Vanhahovi: Nature Trails, Moraine Landscape and Views

Near Vanhahovi, the Muljula Wilderness and Nature Trail lies in a scenic moraine landscape on Orivesi. Another distinctive landscape experience is the view from the high hill of the nearby Muljula Orthodox cemetery: it extends across the fields of Vanhahovi to Hovinlampi, which is connected to Orivesi. The two places offer different highlights: the trail is defined by its sections and information boards, while the cemetery is known for its view. You can therefore consider nature trails and viewpoints as separate priorities when planning your trip.

Two sections of the Muljula Wilderness and Nature Trail

The Muljula Wilderness and Nature Trail is divided into western and eastern sections. To the west, the Parppeinlammen Nature Trail runs for 2.4 km; to the east, the Hietaniemi Wilderness Trail runs for 2.3 km. The difference in length is 100 m, so the two sections are almost the same length. This provides a clear, if brief, distinction when comparing distances for your day’s plans.

Along the trail, information boards describe how the area was formed, forestry and wildlife management, as well as wilderness traditions maintained there. These topics offer another point of reference beyond the trail’s length: you can consider whether you are particularly interested in the formation of the natural environment, the use of the forest or wilderness traditions. This gives the route a thematic profile as well as a geographical one.

A view across the fields of Vanhahovi

The Muljula Orthodox cemetery stands on a high hill. From there, the view extends across the fields of Vanhahovi to Hovinlampi, which is connected to Orivesi. The view offers a different highlight from the two nearly equal-length trail sections: here, the fields and the view towards Hovinlampi take center stage. When comparing landscape experiences, you can weigh whether to include the topics along a trail or this particular view in your trip plans.

Getting there and location for planning your trip

Another useful point of reference concerns travel to a destination in the associated municipality. Kitee Zoo is located directly on Highway 6, and the nearest railway station is a 15-minute drive away. These details provide specific road and rail connections for the zoo. If you include it in your trip plans, check current road and rail connections in advance. It is also a good idea to check current trail conditions before visiting the trails.

When looking for a holiday apartment in Vanhahovi, consider the different geographical areas separately: the trail and cemetery are nearby, while Kitee Zoo is in the associated municipality. Compare the exact location of your accommodation with the destinations you plan to visit. This will help you choose a location based on the landscape experiences and excursions that matter most for your trip.

Discover more destinations: Kitee, Kesälahti, Mannervaara, Tohmajärvi, Kontiolahti, Ilomantsi, Polvijärvi, Kiihtelysvaara.

View the wider travel guide: North Karelia.