Hiking & outdoor recreationLength1.8 km
Duration(1 hour)
Degree of difficultyEasy
The fragrance of Labrador tea (Ledum palustre), duckboards and the peaceful landscape visible from the Kirveslampi observation tower invite the whole family to enjoy an outing in mire scenery. In early summer, the mire glows pink when bog-rosemary blossoms.
Circle trailThe recommended direction of travel is counterclockwise.
Camping not permitted
No dry toilet
Remember to bring a trash bagThere are no waste bins on the trail. Bring along your own trash bag and take your waste out with you when leaving.
No water point
No winter maintenance
Contact information
Metsähallitus National Parks FinlandContacts and feedback
Starting pointVartiamäentie 1073, 41730 Joutsa
From the parking area, the trail takes you through pine forest to mire terrain, which is crossed on duckboards. Route markings: blue paint.
The terrain of the route is easy to walk, except for one steeper ascent at the beginning.
From the nature tower at Kirveslampi, you can enjoy magnificent views of the marshland and forest landscapes.
End pointVartiamäentie 1073, 41730 Joutsa