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Sauvo kayaking route

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32 km

Route

Description

Tammireitit – Sauvon melontareitti+

Description

The Sauvon melontareitti is a roughly 32 km point-to-point sea and archipelago paddle on the eastern Turku region Tammireitit network in Kemiönsaari. Tammireitit describes it as a demanding route for experienced paddlers: long open-water legs and exposed stretches mean it suits sea kayaks better than short recreational canoes, and the full line is best treated as a full-day or two-car shuttle trip. The published direction runs from Marjaniemi toward Karuna’s Kallioranta shore; the mapped trace on our page follows the same shoreline from the Karuna–Kallioranta cluster toward Marjaniemi—either direction is the same water, so plan landings and wind with your chosen start and vehicle shuttle. Along the Karuna end, the route passes near Kalliorannan ruokokattoinen laavu, Rantolan uimapaikka, and Kalliorannan talviuintipaikka Sauvo—useful beaches and shelter references when you coordinate put-in or a break away from the channel. Around the mid section near Ekniemi, Ekniemen talviuintipaikka and Ekniemen lomakylän uimaranta sit close to the line; this stretch overlaps the much longer Merikotkan kierros archipelago circuit, so expect shared wayfinding with multi-day sea kayakers in season. Farther along, Sarapiston uimapaikka offers a serviced beach setting before the run finishes at Marjaniemi, where Marjaniemen leiri- ja virkistysalueen uimapaikka, Marjaniemi DiscGolfPark, and Marjaniemen pallokenttä cluster at the northern tip—classic landing and stretch-the-legs stops after open water. Tammireitit notes that Gräslbölen Tilan melontapiste is no longer in use—do not plan a stop there. For a meal near the Karuna shore, Rantolan Puoti is widely promoted in the official route copy for its local-food burgers—worth timing if you finish or start in that village. The City of Sauvo confirms Marjaniemi and Sarapisto as paddling access points linked to this route, and points to a harbour landing at Rantola for boats—check beach rules before paddling close to swimmers. Inter-municipal Tammireitit development (hiking, cycling, and paddling routes across Kaarina, Lieto, Paimio, and Sauvo) continues with updated signage and maps also mirrored on national map services; project contacts include Sauvo municipality for local questions. Visit Kemiönsaari positions the island as a kayaking destination and names Merikotkan kierros as a major challenge loop for confident paddlers—useful context if you extend beyond this 32 km segment. Southwest Finland’s archipelago shoreline frames the whole paddle—check regional wind forecasts before committing to the open legs.

Length & route

The mapped paddling line is about 32 km as one continuous path along Sauvo’s outer shore. Tammireitit states the full Sauvon melontareitti from Marjaniemi to Karunan Kallioranta at roughly that distance and classifies it as demanding because of long open crossings. Treat wind, ferry wakes, and cooling sea fog as the main variables; there are no published mandatory portages on this segment.

Getting there

Use two vehicles or a local shuttle to match Tammireitit’s Marjaniemi–Kallioranta pairing, or stage bikes on Sauvon kierros to return along the shore road network—Tammireitit explicitly suggests combining the paddle with that cycling loop. The City of Sauvo lists Marjaniemi and Sarapisto as paddling access points tied to this route and notes a harbour landing at Rantola; confirm parking and beach rules before leaving vehicles. For island-wide kayak, canoe, and SUP rental operators, Visit Kemiönsaari summarises what is available across Kemiönsaari—pick a provider and launch that match your skill level and weather window.

Good to know

If you fish from a kayak in sea areas around Sauvo, carry the state fisheries management fee where required and buy any regional trap or area permits that match your gear; the Saaristomeri state fishing management area is one framework used for sea waters in this part of the archipelago—read the product rules before setting nets or traps. National park and nature reserve restrictions apply on nearby islands if you detour toward Saaristomeren kansallispuisto; Visit Kemiönsaari and park pages list seasonal access rules.

Managed by

Sauvo

Official Maintenance

Trail info

Tammireitit describes the classic line from Marjaniemi toward Karunan Kallioranta; paddlers may reverse the direction to match shuttles. Wind and waves along Selkämeri/Archipelago Sea sections usually matter more than a nominal “downstream”.

Route direction

Recreation Area

Archipelago

Open / Good Condition

Tammireitit – Sauvon melontareitti

Activities allowed

Kayak / Canoe

Activity

Terrain & conditions

32 km

Distance

Plan a full day for the 32 km open-coast legs in typical summer conditions, including breaks at beaches such as Sarapiston uimapaikka and the Marjaniemi cluster; inexperienced groups should shorten the day or wait for calm wind.

Est. Time

Point-to-Point

Route Type

Sea / Coastal Paddling

Water type

Tammireitit – Sauvon melontareitti

Location

60.27591°N, 22.58088°E

Approximate location

FinlandCountry

Southwest FinlandRegion

KemiönsaariCity

SauvoVillage

Kayaking RoutesCategory

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Ekniemen lomakylän uimaranta

289 m

Free

Rantolan uimapaikka

468 m

Free

Ekniemen talviuintipaikka

269 m

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Answers to your questions

Our data was researched from Sauvo, 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.

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