Path to Metsäpirtti is a short hiking link of about half a kilometre on the southern Herajärven kierros network in Kontiolahti, North Karelia, within the Koli national park and national landscape area. It is a point-to-point forest path, not a loop, and connects the main blue-marked Herajärven kierros corridor with the...
One way along the spur between the main Herajärven kierros line and the Metsäpirtti and Seppälä service areas; return the same way or continue on the main circuit.
Route direction
National Park
Area
Lake
Lake
Blue paint markings as part of the Herajärven kierros system.
Route Signs
Open / Good Condition
Open / Good Condition
Hike / Walk
Activity
0.5 km
Distance
About 10–15 minutes one way at a relaxed walking pace; add time if you use sauna, sauna booking, or campfire sites.
Est. Time
Forest path with roots and short duckboard sections near former meadow and mire edges; compacted ground at old farm openings.
Surface
Point-to-Point, Single Track
Route Type
Light Traffic
Traffic
Partial Shade
Shade
Be the first to write a review for "Path to Metsäpirtti"
Share a photo from a recent trip
Our data was researched from Kontiolahti, and other trusted sources, in March 2026. Our route / place GPX data comes from Metsähallitus / Lipas, last updated March 2026. Always check their official website for safety-critical updates.