Tuusula Rantatie

Tuusula Rantatie is a road that runs about four kilometers along the eastern shore of Lake Tuusula. It stretches from the village of Tuusula toward Järvenpää's border and features multiple museums displaying exhibitions about Finnish art and cultural history.

This road became an important trade route in 1680 when merchants from Helsinki requested a connection between existing paths to reach Heinola. The road shaped how the region developed and connected different communities through commerce and travel.

Artists and writers chose to build their homes along this lakeside route to live close to nature and away from the city. The scattered houses and studios show how the lake and forests inspired people to settle here and create.

The road is easy to walk along and provides access to several museums spread out at different points. Plan enough time to visit the museums and enjoy the lake views, especially during warmer months when the area is most accessible.

The Syväranta mansion on this road served as a meeting place for Russian nobility and artists, including the writer Maxim Gorky. This connection to Russian culture shows how the area attracted creative people from beyond Finland's borders.

Location: Tuusula

Part of: Tuusula coastal road

GPS coordinates: 60.43408,25.05762

Latest update: December 12, 2025 14:21