Nature Next to Urban Life Walking Tour

In the Jyväskylä Region, urban life and nature go hand in hand in a rare way. Our tour leads to the Tourujoki Nature Reserve in the heart of the city. As the sounds of the city fade, the soundscape shifts into the quiet of nature. This lush grove is a green oasis with a 700-metre nature trail that follows the riverbanks and partly runs along boardwalks. We will learn about the ongoing restoration of the Tourujoki rapids, where the river is being returned to a more natural state.

The modern Kangas residential area, built on a former factory site, combines contemporary architecture with historic buildings. Kangas is an ecologically designed and safe neighbourhood where nature is part of everyday life.

Times:
Tue 4.8.2026 at 18
Sat 22.8.2026 at 14
Starting point: Tourukatu 27, by the cemetary gate
Duration: 1,5 hours
Tickets: 10 € / person
Language: English
Accessibility: The tour is not accessible. Sturdy footwear is recommended on the nature trail.

Photo: Katarina Mustonen