Ajankohtaiset
12.02.2024
On a cycling trip on Kyrönkankaantie road
Kyrönkankantie is a medieval road, cycling route and museum road. The section that is best preserved runs between Kantti village in Karvia and Nummijärvi village in Kauhajoki. The route goes through the Kauhaneva-Pohjankangas National Park.
27.11.2023
Mire and man
The mire has always been an integral part of the Finnish wilderness, from the early days of hunter-gatherers to the current admiration of bog nature.
23.11.2023
Quiet life of winter in Geopark – on skis to the mire
The mystical mires are easy to explore in winter, for example on skis. The skis provide access to places that are inaccessible during melted ground.
10.11.2023
Can we offer you a glass of geopark sahti?
The Lauhanvuori – Hämeenkangas Geopark area is one of the few regions in Finland with a living sahti tradition. Sahti is one of the few Finnish foodstuffs that has been granted the EU Authentic Traditional Product status.
10.11.2023
The history of the geopark is scented by pine tar
The Lauhanvuori - Hämeenkangas Geopark area has a long history of tar burning. Kauhajoki in particular was known as a long-standing tar parish, and there have been a huge number of tar pits in the area's forests. What was tar production all about and how was it reflected in the nature and people of the area?
08.11.2023
Safety on a hiking trip
The paths and routes of the hiking destinations in the UNESCO Global Geopark area of Lauhanvuori – Hämeenkangas are mostly maintained by Metsähallitus. There are also routes in the area that are maintained by, for example, municipalities or cities. You can find tips for safe hiking on this page. Also check out the Hiking guide of Metsähallitus, Parks and Wildlife.
08.11.2023
A journey of two billion years
Experience two billion years of Finnish history in the best possible way – by pedaling through it.
08.11.2023
Kauhaneva-Pohjankangas national park
Kauhanevan-Pohjankangas National Park features fascinating southern boreal mires, gentle eskers and a diverse cultural history.
08.11.2023
Lauhanvuori national park
Lauhanvuori is known as one of Finland's natural wonders. Its versatility is largely based on the special geology of the area.
31.10.2023
How to Travel Responsibly in the Geopark
Welcome to explore Lauhanvuori – Hämeenkangas UNESCO Global Geopark responsibly and safely!
18.10.2023
Get prepared for the Geopark cycle tour
Careful planning and preparation are an important part of a cycle tour and a prerequisite for a successful trip.
03.10.2023
Experience the Geopark's four seasons
Geopark offers wonderful, unique nature experiences in all seasons.
