Discover your favorite among 11 000 islands
The Pargas archipelago consists of 5 main islands and countless small islands and islets, far out in the outermost archipelago. Familiarize yourself with the different main islands and with the outer archipelago as an area. A large part of the Pargas archipelago belongs to the Archipelago Sea’s UNESCO biosphere area, which focuses on how the unique nature and people in the local archipelago community with its rich culture and archipelago traditions are in balance with each other.
Events around the year in the archipelago
How to get to the Finnish Archipelago
Only two hours from Helsinki and Tampere, and you are here.
Travel around the archipelago – by car, bus, boat, bicycle or on foot. In addition to the roads, the islands can be reached by ferries and transfer vessels.
The archipelago is famous for its’ circular trails
Photos: Juho Kuva
Welcome!
Photo: Aleksandra Degtiareva
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Get inspired by the farthest reaches of Finland’s archipelago every day
In the Finnish archipelago, Easter feels like the first real breath of spring. Kids dress up as cheerful “påskhäxor” (Easter witches) and go door to door wishing their neighbours a happy easter.
Homes fill with the scent of roasted lamb, and memma—a dark, syrupy rye dessert—is a must (even if it looks a bit suspicious to newcomers). Easter grass grows on windowsills, saunas warm up, and outdoor life begins as nature slowly wakes up.
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The Archipelago Trail opens in exactly one month, giving you the chance to explore the entire chain of islands by ferry. Make the most of spring and head out from Pargas to experience the archipelago coming to life after a quiet winter.
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The archipelago town Pargas` tourist information services are closed during the Christmas and New Year holidays, and we will serve you again after Epiphany! We wish you all a very Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year 2025! ❤🎄🌟
📷 Jurmo, Heidi Hakala
Stormwatching is an exciting reason to visit during the winter months. Whether it`s seeing lighthouses stand strong against the wind or watching the waves crash on the shore, there’s no better time to experience nature’s raw beauty. Don’t let the colder season keep you indoors - this is when the coastline truly comes alive!
PS. Always remember to be safe when stormwatching - be aware of slippery cliffs and larger waves that can hit suddenly.
1 & 3: Axel Mattsson
The ferries and connecting vessels operate year-round in the archipelago, welcoming visitors any time of the year!
Photo by Lauri Santavuori
Blue hour is that magical time just before sunrise and after sunset when the sky takes on deep shades of blue. This phenomenon occurs because of Rayleigh scattering, which happens when sunlight passes through the atmosphere at a low angle. The shorter blue wavelengths scatter more, giving the sky its stunning hues. It`s a perfect time to capture serene natural landscapes!
Photo by Lauri Santavuori
November sunlight, showing that even as the leaves fall, there’s still plenty to admire this time of year.
With little light pollution, the archipelago is one of the best places for stargazing and seeing the Milky Way in all its glory.
📷 Lauri Santavuori
