For trail-specific planning on this Punkaharju ridge walk, start with the Puulajireitti Tree Species Trail page on Luontoon.fi. The Natural Resources Institute Finland describes the Punkaharju research forest and its Research Park: the tree species park (arboretum) showcases forest research and recreation together,...
Walk the loop in either direction; choose Kokonharju or Karjalankallio parking depending on whether you prefer to reach the lakeshore shelter early or late in the circuit.
Route direction
Recreation Area
Recreation Area
Lake
Lake
Marked Route
Route Signs
Open / Good Condition
Open / Good Condition
Hike / Walk
Activity
5.3 km
Distance
About 1.5–2.5 hours at a walking pace for the full 5.3 km loop, longer if you read tree labels and stop at Karjalankallio laavu.
Est. Time
Forest roads and footpaths; sandy or fine gravel tracks in visitor descriptions of the arboretum circuits.
Surface
Loop, Single Track
Route Type
Partial Shade
Shade
Light Traffic
Traffic
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Our data was researched from Savonlinna, 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.