Nauvo - Your Starting Point for Island Hopping
About 1.5 hours and one ferry ride from Turku, Nauvo is one of the central islands of inner Saaristo, the archipelago of Finland.
The harbor is the heart of the Nauvo village, lined with wooden piers, guest boats, and seaside restaurants.
The ferry crossing from the mainland every hour makes Nauvo a natural resting spot on the Archipelago Trail a local favorite among cyclists and island hoppers.
Stay the night and experience island life at its most authentic. Nauvo has unique boutique hotels, rental cabins, and cozy harbor-side stays.
Beyond the harbor, winding roads lead to peaceful shores, coastal meadows, and pine forests shaped by the sea breeze.
Take a day trip to the historical island of Seili, or continue deeper into Saaristo—ferries to Korppoo, Houtskari, and further west take you on new adventures.
From Nauvo, the archipelago opens up.
Things to see and do in Nauvo
Nauvo Guest Harbor | Nauvo’s guest harbor is the largest in the area. It also offers an extensive range of services, from well-equipped marina facilities to a variety of boutiques and restaurants right by the waterfront. |
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Nauvo Church | This medieval church near Nauvo’s harbor captivates every visitor. A wooden church stood on the same site as early as the 13th century and the current stone chuch was built around 1430–1450. |
The Archipelago Trails | The Archipelago Trail and the Small Archipelago Trail are scenic routes from Turku to the heart of Saaristo and back. Covering 110 or 250 kilometers, the trails take you through charming coastal towns and unspoiled natural landscapes, perfect for island-hopping by bike. The journey is free, except for one ferry between Houtskär and Iniö. |
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