Travel Guide to Struve Geodetic Arc, Oravivuori Triangulation Tower

Getting There

• Public Transport

  Start your journey at the Jyväskylä city center. Head to the Jyväskylä bus station, which is located near the main square. Look for bus number 21, which goes towards 'Oravivuori'. The bus ride will take approximately 30 minutes. Get off at the 'Vanhanpääntie' stop. From there, head north on Vanhanpääntie road. The Oravivuori Triangulation Tower is about a 15-minute walk from the bus stop. Follow the signs that indicate the direction to the tower; you will see the tower in the distance as you approach.

• Walking

  If you prefer to walk, you can start from the Jyväskylä city center and walk towards the Oravivuori Triangulation Tower. The distance is approximately 10 kilometers and will take around 2 hours on foot. Head north on Kauppakatu and follow it until you reach the intersection with Asemakatu. Continue onto Asemakatu, which will lead you out of the city center. Follow the road signs for 'Oravivuori' and 'Vanhanpääntie'. Keep walking straight until you reach the Vanhanpääntie road. The tower will be located along this road on your right.

• Bicycle

  For those who enjoy cycling, you can rent a bicycle at one of the rental shops in Jyväskylä. Start from the city center and head towards the main roads leading out of the city. Take the bicycle lanes along Kauppakatu and Asemakatu. Once you reach the outskirts, follow the signs for Oravivuori and Vanhanpääntie. The ride is about 10 kilometers and should take around 30-40 minutes, depending on your cycling speed. Make sure to pay attention to the bike paths and traffic regulations as you navigate through the area.