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Hiking trails of Helsinki Region: Oittaa trail, 1,5 km Circle trail in Espoo

Oittaan luontopolku, Espoo

Oittaa nature trail is a part of Oittaa outdoor recreational area. The one and a half kilometer long trail runs mostly through Oittaa stream valley nature reserve.

Oittaan luontopolku, Espoo

The starting point of the nature trail is in the courtyard of Oittaa Manor. Yellow signs show where the nature trail leads.

Oittaan luontopolku, Espoo

Oittaan luontopolku, Espoo

At the beginning, the trail circles near the shores of Bodom Lake.

Oittaan luontopolku, Espoo

On top of the hill is Oittaa Manor.

Oittaan luontopolku, Espoo

Oittaan luontopolku, Espoo

The trail may be muddy in some places, depending on the season. So it's advisable to wear weather-appropriate clothing.

Oittaan luontopolku, Espoo

The stream that flows into Bodom Lake is called Oitåns creek, I believe. Later, it becomes Gloms river, and then Espoo river. 

Oittaan luontopolku, Espoo  

These pictures are from December 2019. The weather was bright and wintry, although there wasn't much snow yet. As there wasn't for the whole winter.

Oittaan luontopolku, Espoo

The water is regulated with a lock gate.

Oittaan luontopolku, Espoo

Oittaan luontopolku, Espoo

Oittaan luontopolku, Espoo

Next, the route crosses Kunnarlantie road. After that, there is a short distance of boardwalks, and we move from a deciduous forest to a spruce forest.

Oittaan luontopolku, Espoo

Oittaan luontopolku, Espoo

The trails are mostly in excellent condition.

Oittaan luontopolku, Espoo

Oittaan luontopolku, Espoo

 

Oittaan luontopolku, Espoo

Bridge over Oittaa creek..

Oittaan luontopolku, Espoo

Towards the end, the trail hooks onto the top of the hill. However, if desired, one can return to the Oittaa outdoor center via adjacent walking paths.

Oittaan luontopolku, Espoo

From the top of the hill, the views are almost open.

Oittaan luontopolku, Espoo

Oittaan luontopolku, Espoo

On the Kunnarlantie side, there are a couple of staircases to facilitate passage.

Oittaan luontopolku, Espoo

A meadow under traditional management near Oittaa Manor and the outdoor center.

Oittaan luontopolku, Espoo

The trail ends at the Oittaa outdoor center.

Oittaan luontopolku, Espoo

Info about Oittaa trail

  • Parking area can be found from Kunnarlantie 33 - 39, 02740 Espoo. Also some busses can get you here.
  • There are good services in here. Cafe, playground for children, beach etc.

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