Archipelago Museum Pentala: A Journey into Espoo's Maritime Past
Discover Espoo's maritime history and natural beauty at the Archipelago Museum Pentala, an island escape offering a glimpse into the past.
The Archipelago Museum Pentala, located on Pentala Island, offers a glimpse into the lives of archipelago residents from the 1790s to 1986. Explore the old fisherman's estate, hike the nature trail, and experience the beauty of Espoo's maritime heritage.
A brief summary to Archipelago Museum Pentala
- Pentala, Espoo, FI
- +358438252641
- Visit website
Local tips
- Check the museum's opening hours, as it's only open during the summer season, typically from June to August.
- Take the nature trail to Lake Pentalanjärvi and Diksand beach to experience the island's natural beauty.
- Note that camping and making fires are not allowed on Pentala Island due to conservation efforts.
- Explore the museum using the mobile guide for in-depth information about the island's history.
Getting There
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Public Transport
The most common way to reach Archipelago Museum Pentala is by taking a scheduled archipelago boat. These boats operate from late May/early June to mid-September, running between Tuesdays and Sundays. Several routes are available, departing from different locations in Espoo : * **The Museum Route:** Operates from Soukka, Suinonsalmi, and Suomenoja. * **Kivenlahti Archipelago Route:** Operates from Kivenlahti, Laurinlahti, and Soukka. A round-trip ticket costs approximately €7 for adults and €3.50 for children. Check the Aava Lines Oy website for the most up-to-date schedules and route information. The boat will dock at the Archipelago Museum's jetty, which is about 100 meters from the museum's information building. The path from the pier to the museum is a gentle uphill sand path.
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Private Boat
Visitors can also arrive by private boat. The Archipelago Museum's jetty has 10 berths for private boats, but mooring is allowed for a maximum of 4 hours. Overnight stays are not permitted. The jetty is best suited for boats up to 7 meters in length. The coordinates for the jetty are N=6665617.728, E=370727.893. Please note that the Esbo Segelförening club's jetty is reserved for restaurant Paven's customers and sailing club members only.
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