Archipelago Forest: A Natural Haven in Houtskär

Getting There

• Public Transport

  To reach Archipelago Forest via public transport, begin by traveling to Turku. From Turku, take the Archipelago Bus (routes 901-904) towards Houtskär. The bus trip takes approximately 4 hours. Once in Houtskär, ride the local bus (route 904) to Grundvik P bus stop. From there, it's a short 3-minute walk (186 meters) to Archipelago Forest at Grundvik 29. A single bus ticket from Turku to Näsby (Houtskär) costs around €15-€19. The local bus from Näsby to Grundvik is included in the regional ticket. Note that bus 904 has limited service.

• Car

  If driving from Turku, follow the Archipelago Road (Route 180) through Kaarina, Pargas, Nagu, and Korpo. This route includes several free car ferries. From Korpo, take the ferry to Kittuis in Houtskär. Once in Houtskär, follow the signs to Grundvik. Archipelago Forest is located at Grundvik 29. Parking is available near the entrance. Note that the ferry from Korpo to Houtskär is free and takes about 30 minutes. Driving the entire route from Turku takes approximately 2.5 to 3 hours, including ferry travel. There are no tolls on this route.

• Walking

  From Kittuis ferry harbor, it is approximately 20 km to Hotel Hyppeis. From there, follow the road for 6 km until you see the sign for Hyppeis värdshus on the left. From the Grundvik P bus stop, walk along Houtskärsvägen for 186 meters to reach Archipelago Forest.