Leivonmäki National Park
Leivonmä en kansallispuisto, Suomi
Description:
Leivonmäki is a national park through which a long winding sandy ridge passes and offers a wonderful view of the forests, lakes and the vast swamp of Haapasuo.
This swamp is the habitat of many species of birds, including the golden cornflower, chibis, fifi, white partridge, yellow wagtail and often invisible, despite its large size, cranes.
The thickness of the peat layer in the swamp reaches six meters. Installed near the car park in Kirveslampi peat column illustrates the long process of formation of this swamp.
In the park you can even arrange an overnight stay in the fresh air. Free firewood and axes will allow guests of the park to hone their skills in preparing firewood for the fire. In autumn, you can taste delicious fresh berries and mushrooms, permission to collect which is not required.
In the evening, the park is at the full disposal of wild animals - moose, badgers and nocturnal birds, such as owls and goats.