Hartunlampi Nature Trail
The nature trail is a local nature trail in the Ketvelniemi residential area. It circles the beautiful forest pond, Hartunlampi.
- Walking, mountain biking
- Target group: Adults; the shorter route is also suitable for families and senior citizens
- Starting point of the route: Latvatie 1. Park in the car park at Ketvelniemi Local Sports Park, located approximately 300 metres before the starting point on the left.
- Direction of rotation: anti-clockwise
- Length of the route: 4.8 km
- Route description: A path starting from the edge of the Ketvelniemi residential area. The path is partly in good condition and partly a very narrow forest track. It is particularly very wet in the spring around Hartunlampi. Requires good footwear and a good level of fitness. Signposting ends at Ranta-Keuruu, from where, after crossing the road, you can take the footpath or fitness trail back to the starting point.
- Alte ative route: You can take a shortcut along the road instead of going around Hartunlampi.
- Route markings: Marked with blue markers. Maps are available in a box at the starting point.
- Map: Routes around Ketvelniemi and Hartunlampi
- Download the GPX file for the 4.6 km route (open on a mobile device that already has a map app, e.g. Origo Maps)
- Rest areas and facilities: Campfire site at Saunaniemi beach (marked on the map); bring your own firewood, drinks and snacks; no toilet facilities. The campfire site is not located along the nature trail; instead, it can be reached via the fitness trail. There are also other local sports facilities in Ketvelniemi.
- Extra loop: You can extend your walk by following the Ketvelniemi fitness trail (lights on until 9 pm). It is located near the recommended car park.
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