Häme by Cycle: Tiny Sisu’s

Highlights

• Easy family-friendly route
• Laurinmäki nature and cultural area
• Medieval stone church of St. Lawrence
• Marked nature trails in Laurinmäki (walking only)
• Child-friendly swimming spots along the route
• The asphalt section can be ridden on a dedicated cycling and pedestrian path
• Finland’s oldest preserved wooden railway station

Good to know

• The route can be cycled in three seasons – spring, summer and autumn. It is at its very best from June until mid-August, when the summer cafés are open.
• Any well-maintained touring, gravel, or mountain bike is suitable.
• Navigation is provided only digitally. Read Bikeland.fi’s instructions and tips for successful route navigation.
• Along the route, there are several points of interest that can only be explored on foot. When visiting these sites, it’s recommended to bring suitable walking shoes and a lock for securing your bike.
• A campfire site is available at the Ahilammi kota shelter, where a small amount of firewood can be purchased.
• Please note that the route is guided only by digital navigation – see bikeland.fi for instructions and tips to ensure a smooth cycling experience.
• Always stay on the marked route and use only the recommended campsites and rest areas listed in the route description.
• Respect the fragile nature and rural surroundings — never leave litter behind.
  Follow the general Outdoor Etiquette and the Mountain Biking Etiquette, and show respect for farm machinery by waiting until it has cleared the road before continuing.
• There are fire pits along the route, but wood supply varies. Fires are allowed only in designated places, and open fires are strictly prohibited during wildfire warnings. Information on local fire warnings can be found on the Finnish Meteorological Institute’s website.
• Check the weather forecast before setting out and bring gear suitable for the conditions. Always inform someone of your plans and estimated arrival time before you start your ride.
• Mobile network coverage is good throughout most of the route. If the 112 app does not work, call the emergency number 112 directly. Always use the 112 app when possible, as it automatically provides your location.
• The route runs not only on public roads but also on private roads maintained by local road associations. If you encounter poorly maintained sections, please inform us at info@hvay.fi so we can update the route condition information and notify the responsible road association.

Accommodation

• Accommodation near the route ranges from cosy cottages to floating river cabins. See the list of options at the bottom of this page. We recommend booking in advance and checking the availability of secure bike storage.
• There are no designated camping areas along the route. Please familiarise yourself with Finnish outdoor etiquette, and note that most of Laurinmäki is a protected nature reserve.
• For motorhome travellers, camping is permitted at the Turenki motorhome park.

Food & drink

• Directly along the route, you’ll find a restaurant and a café open during the summer season. In Turenki town centre, just a short distance from the trail, there are additional cafés and restaurants.

• Opening hours may vary by season, but summer cafés are most reliably open from Midsummer until early August. Be sure to check current opening times before your trip.

• It is recommended to pack some light snacks in case you get hungry along the way – and don’t forget to bring your own water bottle.

Difficulty

The route is mostly easy to ride, following paved cycling paths and some gravel roads. The gravel sections can be bypassed if needed. Most of the route runs on a dedicated cycling and pedestrian path and can be ridden in either direction.

There are two road crossings without pedestrian crossings, both of which can be avoided by skipping the gravel section in Janakkala’s church village. The climbs are gentle – only 78 metres of total ascent – giving the route a difficulty rating of 1. You can find the difficulty classification table on bikeland.fi.

⚠️ Please take care when crossing or riding along roads:

• The shoulder of Santasillantie is followed for 200 metres.
• There are no pedestrian crossings at the intersections of Santasillantie / Vahvarannantie and Vahvarannantie / Rantalahdentie.

On Vahvarannantie and Rantalahdentie, you’ll be riding on gravel roads where cars may occasionally pass.

Arrival

Excellent public transport connections make the trail easily accessible for cyclists from all over Finland. There are four railway stations along the route.

By Train

Excellent rail connections make Turenki a convenient starting point for cyclists arriving from all over southern Finland. Turenki railway station is located on the Riihimäki–Hämeenlinna–Tampere line, and on local trains you can take your bike free of charge without a reservation.

On long-distance trains, bike transport requires a paid reservation – especially in summer and on weekends, seats should be booked well in advance. The nearest long-distance train stops are in Riihimäki and Hämeenlinna.

Check current timetables: 👉 vr.fi

By Car

For those arriving by car, Turenki’s park-and-ride at the corner of Taimistotie and Kauppakuja offers a convenient option, with both EV charging stations and engine heating outlets available.

Additional parking spaces can be found at Turenki bus station.

The municipality of Janakkala provides free parking where indicated by traffic signs—please follow local instructions. Disabled parking is available with a valid permit.

More information on parking: 👉 Janakkala municipality website