Merikarviariver suspension bridges

MerikarviaThere are many ways to stop by nature on the river. One of the river's hidden gems are its suspension bridges.

Found along the river three different suspension bridges: most famous Piinukoski Suspension Bridge, The suspension bridge at the top of the Stäävitkoski rapids, and a small one built by the Lankoski village association Mulveayhyn Suspension Bridge.

Suspension bridges are an essential part Merikarviathe river landscape and the riverside trails.

The bridges offer views, especially of the rapids and the riverbed, and crossing them adds a special element to the route.

Piinukoski Suspension Bridge

The Piinukoski suspension bridge is part of the Fartmyyry nature trail and one of MerikarviaThe bridge is located in the stunning river scenery of Piinukoski, which is especially popular with fishermen.

Piinukoski can be reached by car right near the suspension bridge. The Fartmyyry nature trail is approximately 2,7 kilometers long and runs through varied forest and river landscapes.

There is a lean-to and campfire site near the suspension bridge, about 200 meters away.

Location: Järventie 6, 29900 MerikarviaYou can also find the destination on Maps by searching for it. Piinukoski hiking and nature trail.

Coordinates: 61.849216, 21.542276

Stäävit–Vaaditkoski suspension bridge

MerikarviaThe second suspension bridge on the river is located in the upper part of Stäävitkoski, near the Purupakka hiking area. The bridge and the backwater next to it separate Stäävitkoski from Vaaditkoski.

There are two different routes to the suspension bridge:

1. From the parking lot along Friikoskentie (approximately Friikoskentie 10)There is a walking trail less than a kilometer long from the parking lot to the suspension bridge.

2. From the Purupakka hiking area. The route runs through natural riverside terrain, and there are rocky and uneven paths in places. The Purupakka hiking area has a rest area for hikers, a lean-to hut, and a small sandy beach for swimming.

Coordinates: 61.866160, 21.537175

Mulveayhyn Suspension Bridge

Third MerikarviaThe suspension bridge on the river is located in Lankoski, slightly separated from the other suspension bridges on the river.

Built by the Lankoski Village Association Mulveayhyn Suspension Bridge is a small and local destination that can easily be left off the beaten track. Getting to the bridge requires a bit more searching, but at the same time it offers a chance to explore the Lankoski river landscape in a more peaceful way.

Lankoski is MerikarviaThe highest, longest and most diverse rapids area on the river. There is a nature trail about 1,5 kilometers long in the area, along which there is also a lean-to.

Location: Palomäentie 9, 29790 Merikarvia – Note! This address takes you through a residential area, so ask permission if possible. According to the coordinates below, you can also see another possible route.

Coordinates: 61.815586, 21.677757