Nature & parks in Kotka

Top Parks & Nature Attractions in Kotka, Finland

Nature & Parks in Kotka

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  • aekrfk
    Newport Beach, CA250 contributions
    Porvoo has more write-ups in the travel literature that Kotka but it should be the other way around and it is not that much further out of Helsinki. It is a really nice town and this park is great. At the top of the park there are polished samples of every granite in Finland. Simply amazing the stone that comes out of Finland. There are bronze animal statues and the water fall is peaceful. If you continue to drive along the water there are beautiful stopping points where the forest meets the water. We really enjoyed visiting this city. We also drove out to the point of land where there is a large bronze statue and you can look back at the city. Very nice place to visit.
    Written 2 June 2022
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  • Cheeriop
    Finland483 contributions
    The Maretarium is a perfect size to get a good insight into Finnish fish. Interesting, well built exhibition.
    Written 15 June 2021
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  • AndreyKarman
    St. Petersburg, Russia584 contributions
    Very picturesque trail and quite easy one. It is split in 2 parts- sea path and forest path. Many magnificent views at the sea path. I recommend to start with the sea part (blue) and if not tired- continue the forest one (red). But both of them is about 4-5 km in total, so quite easy walk and not too many uphills.
    Written 21 June 2023
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  • l5antti
    Helsinki, Finland776 contributions
    This park is easily accessed by car but also in the walking distance from the city center. There is a big free parking lot with info guides, small kiosk and bajamaja toilets. Park is facing open sea and wind could hard and cold but in the sunny day it was also hot.

    Park is great combination of grass, meadows, rocks, water, sculpture, planetarium, playgrounds, gym equipment, tables, benches and grilling places. It has lot to see in the compact area and all parts are in good shape. Kids enjoy nice playgrounds for sure and there's also a Moomin house.

    This park is best part of city and for free. You can spend here hour or two to just relax and enjoy the sea. Better facilities could be appreciated though.
    Written 29 June 2020
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  • Mikael F
    Helsinki, Finland30,625 contributions
    Sibelius Park is centrally located at the start of Lehmuspromenadi. It is part of the Kotka Sculpture Promenade.

    Hotel Seurahuone is located next to it. We had a good view of the park from our hotel room.

    The park is at its best in the summertime when it turns into a green oasis with old trees and beautiful flower beds.

    A children's playground is located in the park.
    Written 23 February 2021
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  • ReggieB1949
    Southampton, UK25 contributions
    If you can get out there you will not be sorry. Delight at every hand. Unspoiled. We went in our yacht.
    Written 14 September 2018
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  • solosoulblogger
    Finland67 contributions
    In this little town in East Coast Finland there are many beautiful parks to visit. How about packing a picnic basket or some sausage and wood or coal and grill your food by the Kymijoki river?

    Before or after you could make a small walk and check what is blooming this time.
    Written 8 June 2018
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  • nmcmaster
    Edinburgh, UK155 contributions
    Great day out at Varissaari - Fort Elizabeth, we arrived late morning spent an hour discovering the island followed by a fantastic lunch at the restaurant. Delicious and great service. Very interesting history to the island and boat over was pleasant and quick. Would recommend a visit and would definitely return!
    Written 19 June 2019
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  • solosoulblogger
    Finland67 contributions
    Need a green place for a picnic? Walking your dog? Want some winter activities for children? Or have you heard of geocaching? Kumparepuisto is a nice environment on a sunny day.

    You can park your car around and occasionally there are buses from Karhula bus station (9, 9B, 37B).
    Written 8 June 2018
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  • Linda D
    92 contributions
    Small clean beach with a playground for children next to it. A small changing hut. We went on a very hot day but there were very few people there.
    Written 6 August 2018
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  • Mikael F
    Helsinki, Finland30,625 contributions
    Isopuisto is Kotka's largest built park. It is an English-style landscape park, the design of which has been guided by the shapes of the terrain.

    There is an important building in the park, St. Nicholas Orthodox Church from the late 18th century. The park is as old as the church.

    As it was winter during our visit, we saw some funny snowmen standing in the park.
    Written 28 February 2021
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  • Mikael F
    Helsinki, Finland30,625 contributions
    This park is located above the railway station of Kotka Port.

    The park has got its name from the fire tower, which was built in 1895 but burned down in 1911.

    From the observation platform, you have a great view of the port.

    Here you can find many statues and sculptures, such as an anti-air defense monument and a sculpture for port workers.
    Written 23 February 2021
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  • Mikael F
    Helsinki, Finland30,625 contributions
    In wintertime, you cannot admire the azaleas, for which the park is famous. They at their most beautiful in early summer.

    But you can see the Planetarium which is a model of the Solar System at the scale of 1: 2 000 000 000.

    There are also exercise equipment, a playground, and some sculptures.
    Written 28 February 2021
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  • Sarppa
    Kotka, Finland88 contributions
    Perfect time to go there is of course late July-August..then you can see all the best of the .. results.. Beautiful colours and.. You can have a taste of the herbs
    Written 27 April 2016
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