Kruunuvuori, Natural rock formation in Kaakkoinen suurpiiri, Helsinki, Finland.
Kruunuvuori is a rock formation in the Kaakkoinen district of Helsinki, shaped by natural geological processes over thousands of years. The outcrop displays characteristic features of Finnish bedrock and rises distinctly from the surrounding landscape.
Glacial movements shaped this rock formation roughly 8,000 years ago during the last ice age. After the ice retreated, it remained as part of the solid geological foundation underlying Helsinki.
The name Kruunuvuori means 'Crown Hill' in Finnish, reflecting how locals see the distinctive shape of this rocky outcrop.
The site is easily reached by walking paths in the Kaakkoinen area and works well for nature observation. The rocky ground is walkable and allows you to move around the formation to see it from different angles.
The rock contains varying mineral compositions that let geologists study how Finnish bedrock developed over time. These mineral differences can sometimes be spotted with the naked eye and reveal the natural processes that took place over thousands of years.
Location: Kaakkoinen suurpiiri
Location: Helsinki
Address: Kruunuvuori, 00590 Helsinki, Finland
GPS coordinates: 60.17103,25.01166
Latest update: December 6, 2025 19:07
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