Tilia Trail: Lahti's Urban Nature Escape
Explore Lahti's natural beauty and cultural landmarks on the Tilia Trail, a 13km urban escape that blends nature with city sights.
The Tilia Trail (Lehmusreitti) is a 13km urban nature trail that loops around the center of Lahti, Finland, offering a blend of forests, parks, and cultural sights. Marked by green linden leaf symbols, the trail provides an accessible way to experience nature within the city.
A brief summary to Tilia Trail - urban nature trail
- Radiomäenkatu, Lahti, 15100, FI
- Visit website
Local tips
- Wear comfortable shoes, as the trail involves walking on varied terrain, including forest paths and paved surfaces.
- Bring a map or use a GPS app to help navigate, especially in areas where the trail markers may be less visible.
- Pack water and snacks, especially if you plan to walk the entire 13km trail.
- Visit Pikku-Vesijärvi Park, a great spot to relax and enjoy the musical fountain shows in June-September.
Getting There
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Walking
From Lahti Market Square, follow Aleksanterinkatu eastward. Turn right onto Radiomäenkatu. The Tilia Trail can be accessed from Radiomäenkatu, near the Radiomäki sports area. The walk is approximately 1.5 km and should take about 20 minutes. No costs involved.
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Public Transport
From Lahti Travel Centre, take bus number 12 towards Radiomäki. Get off at the Radiomäki stop, which is about half a kilometer from the top of Radiomäki. From there, follow Radiomäenkatu to access the Tilia Trail. A single bus fare within Lahti costs approximately €3. The bus ride takes about 15 minutes, plus a short walk.
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Driving
From the city center, drive along Radiomäenkatu towards Radiomäki. Free parking for four hours is available at the end of Radiomäenkatu with a parking disc. Display the parking disc in your car. Note that parking can be limited during peak hours. The drive from the city center takes about 5-10 minutes.
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