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Parks · Ullanlinna / Kaivopuisto
Helsinki's oldest and most elegant park, sloping from the embassy district down to a rocky Baltic shoreline with archipelago views. Dogs are welcome on leash throughout, and the western section holds a popular fenced koirapuisto (dog park).
Seaside paths, rocky swimming spots and a proper fenced dog park in Helsinki's most beautiful park.
Leashed dogs are welcome everywhere in the park; off-leash play is allowed only in the fenced koirapuisto in the western section. Note the nationwide leash rule from March 1 to August 19 outside fenced enclosures. Free, open access.
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