Discover Siikainen: bogs, lakes and culture

The Haapakeidas bog area and views over the bogs from the Katselmankallio observation tower complement the lakes, swimming spots and local culture as things to explore on a trip to Siikainen. Nature enthusiasts will find Haapakeidas and the Katselmankallio observation tower here; those interested in history can explore the town’s museums and architecture. Several lakeside beaches with different facilities are described.

Bog landscape and views

A distinctive natural feature of Siikainen is Haapakeidas, considered one of the largest continuous bog areas in southern Finland. The Katselmankallio observation tower stands in the village of Leppijärvi, at the highest point in Siikainen. It is about 15 metres high and offers views over the largest continuous bog areas in southern Finland. The landscape views are tied to a specific place: Leppijärvi is also known for its cultural landscape, which is among Siikainen’s nationally significant cultural landscapes.

Local history, architecture and events

The Siikainen local history museum is next to the church and offers a varied account of local history. The church museum presents a different perspective: its exhibits include hymn books dating from 1841 to 1888, an old fire engine and tools used to build the church. A church door from 1771 is also on display there. Comparing the two museums takes you from the broader history of the town to specific objects from the church setting.

Hexagonal glass verandas are considered an architectural feature of Siikainen. The Siikaisten Päivät is also an annual event: this market event takes place every year and has been held since 1979. If you would like to plan your trip around it, check the dates for the relevant year.

Swimming spots on several lakes

The public beach at Eteläpää on Lake Siikaisjärvi has changing rooms, a large jetty, benches and an outdoor toilet. Its shallow swimming area is suitable for small children. The municipal beach on Lake Hirvijärvi is also shallow and child-friendly; it has a changing building and a freely accessible barbecue shelter. The facilities described distinguish the two spots: at Eteläpää, the jetty and outdoor toilet are among the main features, while at Hirvijärvi, it is the barbecue shelter.

Kurikanniska is a beach on Lake Isojärvi and has changing rooms. Lake Isojärvi can also be reached from the Kurinkanniska marina in Otamo. This makes it possible to choose where to swim based on the locations and facilities mentioned, without treating the different beach offerings as the same.

Activities in Eteläpää

The Eteläpää district has a 22-hole disc golf course in wooded, rocky terrain. The fitness trail there has a woodchip surface and is lit. At its steepest slope are fitness steps with 76 steps and a width of three metres. Those weighing up active options between disc golf and a fitness trail will find two clearly distinct activities; the specified holes, surface and steps provide practical details for each.

Discover more destinations: Pomarkku, Luvia, Kokemäki, Pori, Eurajoki, Säkylä, Jämijärvi, Ulvila.

For the regional travel overview: Satakunta.