Description
Kaivopuisto is one of the oldest and best known parks in central Helsinki. The park is a mix of old trees and large grasslands/lawns. To the south, Kaivopuisto borders the Gulf of Finland. The park is a good place for migration bird count during the spring and autumn. Among the birds you can observe are Белощекая казарка, Коноплянка, Каменка, Жёлтая трясогузка and Чеграва. In good visibility Чистик can be seen on Gråhara Island (sea lighthouse).
Details
Access
Kaivopuisto is easy to reach on foot from the center of Helsinki. There is a tram stop nearby and two parking spaces for cars. Click on a P in the map for directions.
Terrain and Habitat
Sea , Scattered trees and bushesConditions
MountainousCircular trail
YesIs a telescope useful?
YesGood birding season
All year roundBest time to visit
Spring migration , Autumn migrationRoute
Paved road , Unpaved roadDifficulty walking trail
Average walkAccessible by
Foot , Bicycle , CarBirdwatching hide / platform
NoExtra info
Photo Kaivopuisto by Kallerna, CC BY-SA 3.0, https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/3.0, via Wikimedia Commons
