Vartiovuorenmäki

Vartiovuorenmäki reaches an elevation of 50 meters and features walking paths throughout its green spaces, offering views across the cityscape of Turku.

The hill served as a strategic artillery position during the Russian Empire period, with its elevated position providing an extensive observation point over the region.

The surrounding park area functions as a central location for community activities, where residents participate in seasonal celebrations and outdoor performances throughout the year.

Several maintained pathways lead to the summit, making it accessible for visitors who can reach the location through public transportation or by foot from central Turku.

Adjacent to the hill stands a neoclassical observatory from 1819, designed by architect Carl Ludvig Engel, which survived the Great Fire of Turku in 1827.

Location: Turku

Elevation above the sea: 50 m

GPS coordinates: 60.44878,22.27743

Latest update: March 17, 2025 20:06