Pihlajasaari Nature Trail is a short marked walking route on Pihlajasaari, a former villa island and summer recreation destination in the Helsinki archipelago off Hernesaari. The trail is about 2.5 km as one continuous line on the map; the City of Helsinki describes the western and eastern parts of the island separatel...
Either direction along the marked poles works; the footbridge links the western and eastern islands.
Route direction
Recreation Area
Recreation Area
Island
Island
Numbered poles (21 in total) rather than a single paint colour on trees.
Route Signs
Dogs (On Leash)
Dogs
Open / Good Condition
Open / Good Condition
Hike / Walk
Activity
2.5 km
Distance
Allow about 45–75 minutes for walking the marked trail at an easy pace; longer if you swim, eat, or use the saunas.
Est. Time
Sand roads and natural paths, rocky shoreline sections, and a footbridge between islands—uneven in places.
Surface
Single Track
Route Type
Moderate Traffic
Traffic
Partial Shade
Shade
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Our data was researched from Helsinki, 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.