Repovesi National Park (Finnish: Repoveden kansallispuisto) is situated in the municipalities of Kouvola and Mäntyharju, only a few hours north-east of the more populous Helsinki area of southern Finland. Formerly a site for intensive commercial forestry, the Repovesi area successfully transformed into a pristine national park. Pine and birch trees dominate the park. Repovesi abounds with wildlife including bear, deer and various birds. The River Koukunjoki flows through the park. Other streams and lakes are also situated within the parks boundaries.Put Repovesi National Park into our Kouvola vacation builder tool to see other points of interest to visit during your vacation in Kouvola.
Attractions include the Olhavanvuori hill, popular among climbers, and the Kultareitti water taxi route. Also located in the park are the Kuutinlahti bay with its restored timber rafting channels, the Lapinsalmi suspension bridge, and many observation towers.
The common fauna of the park includes the red-throated diver, the Eurasian lynx, the moose, many owls and several galliformes.
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the park has endless beauty, you can walk for hours and still discover amazing spots for wonderful sights. This national park is a treasure, filled with unending greenery, lakes, hills, mushrooms...
the park has endless beauty, you can walk for hours and still discover amazing spots for wonderful sights. This national park is a treasure, filled with unending greenery, lakes, hills, mushrooms... more »
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The park has different trails with the most famous one going through Lapinsalmi - the famous bridge. We took the 5km trail. We were with two kids - 5 and 3. 3yo was riding a n ergo bag on my back, 6..... more
The park has different trails with the most famous one going through Lapinsalmi - the famous bridge. We took the 5km trail. We were with two kids - 5 and 3. 3yo was riding a n ergo bag on my back, 6..... more »
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Absolutely stunning place. Amenities for backpackers are also excellent. Will come back in summer.
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It's beautiful. Definitely would recommend a visit. We rented a small hut and it was really nice.
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