Hiking & outdoor recreationLength6 km
Duration(2 h)
Degree of difficultyMedium
The trail follows forests and the shores of Lake Päijänne. The highlight along the route is a observation tower built in the 1800s, offering a wide view over Tehinselkä. Due to the elevation changes in the middle section of the trail and some rocky parts the Päijätsalo trail is classified as intermediate.
The Päijätsalo observation tower in Päijänne National Park is closed until further notice due to rot damage
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Circle trail
Campfire site
Camping not permitted
Dry toilet
Remember to bring a trash bag
No water point
No winter maintenance
Contact information
Starting pointSorolantie 28, 19700 Sysmä
Starting Points Car: Päijätsalo parking area, Sorolantie 28, Sysmä Boat: A Jetty for small boats next to the Pyydysniemi campfire site A jetty for larger boats can be found about 100 metres north of the Pyydysniemi campfire site.
From the parking area, walk for 800 metres along the trail marked with red signs. At the crossroads, continue onto the trail marked with blue signs; this trail runs around the Päijätsalo area and returns to the parking area.
At Päijätsalo's highest point, you can climb to the observation tower.
End pointSorolantie 28, 19700 Sysmä