Hiking & outdoor recreationLength8.3 km
Duration(4 t)
Degree of difficultyMedium
Located next to Teijo ironworks village, the Sahajärvi Trail winds through forest terrain, crossing rocks and mires. Lake Sahajärvi is crossed using two rope-pulled ferries. Even though this adds a bit of challenge to the hike, it provides you with an unforgettable experience. On the island of Kalasuntti, you can make a campfire and take a lunch break. An overnight stay on the island is a one-of-a-kind experience. The trail is suitable for experienced hikers, as the rocks and Lake Sahajärvi crossing make the hike more demanding. The entire circle trail can be hiked only when the rope-pulled ferries are in use, i.e. during the snow-free season. Kalasuntti island and its rest areas are suitable for a short day trip destination when starting out from the Laviakallio parking area (Sauruntie 910, Salo). . This particular back-and-forth hike is approximately 1.5 km in length.
Circle trailThe recommended direction of travel is counterclockwise.
Campfire siteAlways check for any wildfire warnings in effect before making a fire.
Camping permittedCamping is only permitted in the immediate vicinity of marked rest areas and campfire sites and huts.
Dry toiletRemember to bring toilet paper.
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
Starting point Nenustannummi parking area, Sauruntie 647, 25570 Salo
When starting from the Nenustannummi parking area, duckboards lead across the mire towards the shore of Lake Hamarinjärvi. From Lake Hamarinjärvi, the trail climbs through rocky terrain to the Laviakallio parking area.
From the Laviakallio parking area the trail continues on a gentle 700-metre descent to the shore of Lake Sahajärvi, which is crossed by a rope-pulled ferry to Kalasuntti Island. The distance crossed by the rope-pulled ferry is approximately 70 metres.
Kalasuntti is a small island located in the middle of Lake Sahajärvi. The trail passes through the island. It is a fairly short distance from the north shore of the island to the lean-to shelter and campfire site on the south shore. There is also a dry toilet on the island.
Another rope-pulled ferry is taken approximately 90 metres across the lake from the south shore. After Kalasuntti island, the trail circles around the south shore of Lake Sahajärvi and heads back to the Nenustannummi parking area.
End point Nenustannummi parking area, Sauruntie 647, 25570 Salo