Pyunikki Observation Tower

The Pyunikki Observation Tower is part of the eponymous nature reserve in Tampere, Finland. It is located on the top of the ridge, which is about ten thousand years old, at the moment it is part of the city. The tower reaches a height of 26 meters, and the observation deck is at an altitude of 180 meters above sea level. It was built in 1929, and a tower made of granite.

In order to climb to the observation deck of the tower, you can use the elevator, or you can climb a steep staircase. You will have a beautiful view - Lake Nyasiyarvi and Pyhäjärvi, Tampere and its surroundings. In bad weather, when it is too windy and cold, you can see the city from a closed gallery, which is located just below the observation deck.

You can visit the Pyunikki observation tower at any time of the year. The entrance to the tower is paid, and in order to make payment, you need to look at the cafe on the first floor. The cafe is as popular as the tower itself. And all this thanks to donuts, which are baked according to a special recipe, and which are known as the most delicious donuts in the city. Local artists also hold exhibitions in the cafe.