Tree Mountain: A Living Time Capsule
A monumental earthwork in Finland where 11,000 trees form a living time capsule, promoting ecological commitment for centuries to come.
Tree Mountain is a unique environmental art project in Ylöjärvi, Finland, featuring 11,000 trees planted by 11,000 people from around the world. Conceived by artist Agnes Denes, it's designed as a living time capsule and a symbol of commitment to ecological well-being for future generations.
A brief summary to Tree Mountain
- Ylöjärvi, 39160, FI
- Visit website
- Monday 12 am-12 am
- Tuesday 12 am-12 am
- Wednesday 12 am-12 am
- Thursday 12 am-12 am
- Friday 12 am-12 am
- Saturday 12 am-12 am
- Sunday 12 am-12 am
Local tips
- Wear comfortable shoes as the site involves walking on uneven terrain.
- Visit during the spring or summer to see the forest in full bloom.
- Bring a camera to capture the unique patterns and serene environment.
Getting There
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Public Transport
To reach Tree Mountain via public transport, take a Nysse bus from Tampere to Ylöjärvi. Several bus lines connect Tampere and Ylöjärvi, including lines 80, 81, 84, 85 and 80Y. The journey takes approximately 30-40 minutes. Alight at Ylöjärvi bus stop. From there, Tree Mountain is approximately 4 km away. You can take a local taxi for approximately €10-€15, or walk for about 50 minutes. Bus tickets from Tampere to Ylöjärvi typically cost between €3 and €6.
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Taxi
From Tampere, a taxi to Tree Mountain takes approximately 15 minutes and costs around €25-€30. Taxis are readily available in Tampere, including services like Taksi Tampere. You can call a taxi at 0100 4131 (charges apply). Alternatively, from the Ylöjärvi bus stop, a taxi to Tree Mountain will be a shorter and cheaper ride, costing approximately €10-€15.
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Walking
From the Ylöjärvi bus stop, walking to Tree Mountain takes approximately 50 minutes. Head southeast on Ylöjärventie, continue straight until the intersection with Pirkkalaistentie, then turn right onto Pirkkalaistentie. Follow Pirkkalaistentie until you see the sign for Tree Mountain. Ensure you wear comfortable shoes for the walk.
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