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.
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.
Get inspired by the farthest reaches of Finland’s archipelago every day
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.
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!
Great news! 🌞🎉: The amazing Archipelago Trail and Small Archipelago Trail both get a longer season from year 2025, when the ferries MS Antonia and MS Östern traffic the routes between May 9th and September 14th. Autumn is a great time to enjoy the Finnish archipelago and now there is a great way to accomplish this! See more about the routes on www.archipelagotrail.fi .
Ilouutinen 🌞🎉: Saariston rengastie ja Pieni rengastie saavat vuodelle 2025 kausipidennyksen niin että reitit ovat kauttaltaan kierrettävissä 9.5.-14.9.. Syksy on upeimpia aikoja saaristossa, ja MS Östernin ja MS Antonian pidennetty liikennöinti reitellä avaa uusia mahdollisuuksia kokea saariston alkusyksyä! Lue lisää reiteistä sivulla www.saaristonrengastie.fi . #saaristonrengastie #saaristonrengastie #saaristonrengastiellä
Glada nyheter 🌞🎉: Skärgårdens ringväg och Lilla ringvägen får en viktig säsongsförlängning för år 2025 i och med att färjorna MS Antonia mellan Houtskär och Iniö och MS Östern mellan Nagu och Rimito trafikerar från 9.5 ända till 14.9. Hösten är en av de härligaste tiderna i skärgården, och den förlängda säsongen öppnar nya möjligheter att uppleva skärgården. Läs mer om rutterna på www.skargardensringvag.fi .