Salpausselkä Geopark

Salpausselkä UNESCO Global Geopark, situated in the Lahti region in southern Finland, tells the story of the best-known geological entity of Finland.

Geoparks tell the story of the local landscape and landforms, and highlight the connection between local culture, living surroundings and geology. A geopark raises awareness of the importance of the area’s geological heritage and promotes local sites, products and services.

Some of the key objectives of geoparks include preserving a region’s natural and cultural heritage, strengthening local identity and promoting sustainable tourism. Developing education for sustainability has a key role.