The island of Örö offers history, unspoilt beaches, sunny meadows, huge guns and cobble-stone roads. The 100-year-old barracks area also houses a resturant, a hotel, a shop and museums. There is also a marina with a café.
Örö fortress island is the most popular destination in the Archipelago Nationalpark.
Experience the beauty of the Finnish Archipelago by sea and land.
The island of Örö offers history, unspoilt beaches, sunny meadows, huge guns and cobble-stone roads.
The 100-year-old barracks area also houses a resturant, a hotel, a shop and museums. There is also a marina with a café.
Information about accommodation, restaurants, and activities on the island of Örö. Visit Örö
Bus timetable to Kasnäs. Vainionliikenne
You can book your boat trip direct from the webstore!
Discover the glowing colours of Örö!
Prices
Adult one way from 17,50€, roundtrip from 35€.
Children (3-12yrs) one way from 8,75€, roundtrip from 17,50€.
Children (0-2yrs) free
Boats Sissel, Idun or Minandra
Limited availability.
Bicycle 5€/ direction
Departs from Kasnäs, with a spa hotel, restaurant and marina. Address Kasnäsintie 1296.
Free parking 300m from the harbour.
There is a small info booth by the departure pier. Piersign says VÄNÖ or ÖRÖ. Address: Kasnäsintie 1296, Kasnäs 25930, Finland.
Two of spring's rarities with the same cruise
Örö
Örö's nature is unparalleled. On its sunny heaths and beaches, there are many rare plants and butterflies. On the island, two species of Pasque flowers bloom, which are not found anywhere else in Finland: the Pasque flower and the small Pasque flower.
Additionally, other rare plants in Finland grow on Örö, such as Russian wheatgrass, sand sedge, and marram grass. On the island, you can also admire Finland's largest occurrence of sea kale. The diversity of nature is also evident in the rich variety of butterflies, with over 1700 different species observed.
The visit to Örö begins with a delicious lunch, followed by a guided tour (approximately 3 km). Our guide leads us through the island's unique nature, and we get to admire the rare Pasque flower growing on Örö.
Bengtskär - Eider Paradise
In spring, Bengtskär becomes home to hundreds of Eiders. The human presence on the island keeps predators aways and makes safe habitate for nesting birds.
Eiders nest everywhere: among rocks, flower beds, by the sauna and lighthouse walls, among the grass, under benches, and wheelbarrows. Last year, a new nesting record was achieved: 530 Eider nests.
The visit to Bengtskär starts with a short guiding where you learn about Eiders and lighthouse history. Visitors can then explore the Eiders, lighthouse, exhibitions, and climb 252 steps up to the light tower. The lighthouse café serves delicious fish soup with archipelago bread.
Schedule
Departure at 11:00 from Kasnäs -> Örö, buffet lunch and guided tour on Örö
Departure at 14:45 from Örö -> Bengtskär, guided tour and fish soup at the lighthouse
Return at 17:45 from Bengtskär -> Kasnäs, around 19:00. Coffee and pastry on board.
Our journey takes us through the Hitis archipelago, first to Örö and then to Bengtskär lighthouse along a sheltered route. During the boat trip, you can see birds, often seals, and the archipelago nature.
Meals: Buffet lunch, coffee, and dessert at Örö. Fish soup made from locally caught fish with archipelago bread at Bengtskär. Coffee and pastry on board the boat.
Info
You can book your boat trip direct from the webstore!
You can choose a comfortable hotel by the shore, a cottage of your own, an apartment or camp out really close to nature at the tentsite.
You can book your accommodation direct from the webstore!
The former military island was opened to the public in 2015 and has been hugely popular. Our tours to Örö started in 2006 by a special permit from the Navy. The boat trip among the islands, walking on Örö and having lunch at the old barracks make for lasting memories.
Example of a day trip:
If you have any questions or need additional information, we are more than happy to assist. We look forward to the opportunity to serve you and make your visit unforgettable.
Virpi Heino
Daniel Wilson
Open Mon - Fri 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. Sat 12 a.m. - 2 p.m.