Hietaniemi beach
Hietaniemi Beach is one of the most popular Finnish beaches among holidaymakers. Particularly attractive is its favorable location right in the center of Helsinki, in the Töölö region, along with the long sandy shore and its easy accessibility. It is curious that the beach was created artificially at the beginning of the 20th century, in the place where the sand unloaded from the barges was originally stored. Now it is a popular holiday destination, which the Finns themselves call Hietsu, which means "fine sand."
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Beach description
Hietaniemi is the longest sandy beach in Helsinki, which is suitable for both families and young people. But still, this coast is more popular among young people and those who like activities. Due to the special popularity and many cafes and bars on the shore, this beach is often called the “Helsinki Copacabana."
- The beach is ideal for relaxing on the shore, but even in summer, there is pretty cool water for swimming (usually it is not warmer than + 20 ° C).
- The slope is smooth, and the bottom, like the coast itself, is covered with soft sand, there are no high waves here. So for those who are not afraid of cool water, this is a nice place to swim.
- The coast is quite clean, and there are all the possibilities for a pleasant pastime, from sports grounds to swings in the shade.
- It is easy to get to the beach even by city bus, and in the summer season it is very crowded here. But due to the considerable length of the coast you can always find a free space.
Since 1995, a beach volleyball tournament has been held annually on the coast, which attracts many connoisseurs of active leisure and fans of this sport. There is an island overgrown with dense vegetation not far from the coast, which is the abode of seabirds. If you wish, you can even get there by swimming.
When is the best time to go?
It is best to go to the few beach resorts in Finland in July-August, when the weather is the warmest. In the south-east of the country, the temperature rises even to 30 degrees.
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Infrastructure
On this city beach of Töölö you can find many amenities for a comfortable stay.
- Vacationers can change clothes in the changing cabins, which are located near the beach. There are also free toilets on the shore. In high season (from May to September) lifeguards monitor the beach.
- Everything you need for a beach holiday (from bathing suits to accessories) can be purchased at special kiosks and shops located near the coast. Kamppi shopping center is relatively close to the coast.
- The beach is famous for its excellent volleyball courts and a tennis center. Also there is a playground for mini-golf and a recreation area for children on the coast.
In summer, a number of cafes offer drinks and delicious local snacks on the coast. There are also beach bars with dance floors, where parties are often held in the summer from sunset to midnight. Well-known DJs often perform here.
You can stay at any of the hotels in the center of Helsinki. For example, at Töölö Towers, located just 800 m from the beach and 550-650 m from the main sights of this region.
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Two significant sights of these places are worth visiting in the vicinity of the beach:
- Sibelius Park with a monument to the famous Finnish composer;
- a church in a rock with an external dome made of copper and glass - Temppeliaukio, which impresses not only with its design, but also with its unique acoustics
Also near the beach is the Hietaniemi Cemetery, which is of interest because in terms of the number of celebrities buried here it is inferior only to the Paris Pere Lachaise. Therefore, everyone who wants to get acquainted with the famous names of Finland and immerses themselves in the history of this country should take a walk in this place with many ancient crypts, tombstones, and monuments. Here you can visit the tombstone Moomin trolls creator and see the memorial to the 8th Finnish president - Kekkonen.