Last year, Annu Huotari, an entrepreneur of Hawkhill luxury cottages and villas, came up with the idea for the LuxHawkhill ice lantern event. After receiving a lot of positive feedback and joy the lanterns brought to people, Huotari got the idea to expand her concept to the entire lake district. This year, all entrepreneurs, associations and residents in the area have been invited. The aim is to decorate the lakeside highlands with hundreds of ice lanterns.
A large number of entrepreneurs and residents from the area have joined in, and there will be atmospheric evenings and events, with beautiful lanterns shining! The first lantern will be lit at Hawkhill on 4 February at 16:15 and the event will end when Nuuksion Taika extinguishes the last lantern on 13 February.
Check out LuxNuuksio's events and find the one that suits you best!
More information about LuxNuuksio: tapahtumat.vihti.fi/fi-FI/page/61ee74f6be23041a85544a78
Event on Facebook: fb.me/e/WjrFmqd5
Vihti
4 February Hawkhill (for accommodating guests), 16-19
Hot drinks and marshmallows by the campfire and a fun ice lantern hunt.
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4.-6.2. Tervalampi Manor (open to all)
Tervalammen Manor will light ice lanterns for the enjoyment of the villagers.
5.2. Path Nuuksio (open to all), 17-20
An ice-lit winter lantern adventure trail will delight visitors. There will be a fire and hot chocolate at the home. Discount on accommodation for both weekends.
More information: events.vihti.fi/fi-FI/page/61f7bb96be23041a85544f63
6.2. Nuuksio Magic (open to all), 18-20
Come and enjoy the silence and watch the ice lanterns glow by the campfire. You can bring your own sausages and picnic.
More information: events.vihti.fi/fi-FI/page/61f7c1d5ef4a072646fac1b3
6.-28.2. Otalampi Ice Castle / MLL Vihti (open to all)
MLL Vihti invites everyone to participate in the construction of a colourful ice castle at the Otalampi local sports ground! Everyone can bring their own "ice brick" and "mason" it into the foundations of the ice castle, which will be laid on Sunday 6.2. The ice castle will be built as long as the weather allows!
More information: events.vihti.fi/fi-FI/page/61e800fd8a6b5e2612e27bd3
11 February Hawkhill (for accommodating guests), 16-19
Hot drinks and marshmallows by the campfire and a fun ice lantern hunt.
More information: events.vihti.fi/fi-FI/page/61f00b2def4a072646fabdfd
12.2. Path Nuuksio (open to all), 17-20
An ice-lit winter lantern adventure trail will delight visitors. There will be a fire and hot chocolate at the home. Discount on accommodation for both weekends.
More information: events.vihti.fi/fi-FI/page/61f7bb96be23041a85544f63
13.2. Nuuksio Taika (open to all), 18-20
Come and enjoy the silence and watch the ice lanterns glow by the campfire. You can bring your own sausages and picnic.
More information: events.vihti.fi/fi-FI/page/61f7c1d5ef4a072646fac1b3
Kirkkonummi
12.2. Kaikuva / Nuuksio Hostel and Camping (open to all),12-22pm
The whole family can go down the sledding hill or rent snowshoes or a kicksled. Sledges are available free of charge for skiers. There will be coffee, hot chocolate, lollipops, marshmallows, hot chocolate, lollipop buns, and marshmallows. You can also bring your own snacks.
As the evening gets darker, numerous lanterns, jack-o-lanterns and fireplaces will be lit in the yard of Nuuksio Hostel and Camping.One room is still available for two persons (80€ including breakfast) and winter campers are welcome to stay in their own tent (15€/person). If you are unable to attend, you are welcome to watch the backyard nature live camera broadcast!
More information: fb.me/e/1py9JCd3h
Espoo
4.-6.2. Hotel Nuuksio (for staying guests)
Evening sauna and the possibility to take a dip in the open-air pool with the glow of ice lanterns.
Lisätietoa: facebook.com/hotellinuuksio/photos/a.3111208995581450/4748583898510610
4.-6.2. Nuuksio Reindeer Park (for guests)
Ice lanterns will be lit at Karhunpeskä for the enjoyment of cottage guests from 4 to 6 February and at Nuuksio Reindeer Park on Sat 5 and Sun 6 February from 12 to 15.00. Tickets for the reindeer park can be purchased either on site or in advance. The Naava and Pihka shelters can also be booked from 4-5 February at special prices.
Lisätietoa: tapahtumat.vihti.fi/fi-FI/page/61f27233468745264c2b3445
5.2. Eventure Oy / Yli-Takkula space (open to all), 14-18
Ice lanterns will light up for the enjoyment of outdoor enthusiasts, illuminating the landscape of the Yli-Takkula farm into the darkening evening. You'll also have the chance to explore the Yli-Takkula farm and hear stories about the nature and hiking opportunities in the surrounding area.
More information: events.visitespoo.fi/fi-FI/page/61f3c972be23041a85544e03
5.2. Ukuit (open to all), from 18:00
The steep slope next to the bonfire site in Iso-Holma will be lit with ice lanterns and an outdoor fire.
Place: Iso-Holma campfire site, Nuuksio National Park. Arrival: Iso-Holma can be reached either from the Valklammentie, Kattila or Haukkalampi car parks. There are no signs or lights on the trails.
For more information: facebook.com/ukuit
5.2. Haltia (open to all), 16 &17-21
The doors of the Haltia Nature Centre are open from 17-21 and an illuminated trail leads to the bonfire site. At 18:00 there will be a guided tour of the Magic of Darkness (starting from the main entrance of Haltija). In addition, the Lux Nuuksio menu is served at Haltia restaurant from 16-21 (kitchen open until 20:00).
More information:events.vihti.fi/fi-FI/page/61f7c3b5dc8df91a86ed7f3c
More information about the Haltias Open Doors event series: haltia.com/haltia-avoimet
5.2. Haltia Lake Lodge (open to all)
At Haltia Lake Lodge's bar and terrace you can enjoy hot and cold drinks under the atmospheric glow of ice lanterns. At 16:00 Haltia Lake Lodge is the starting point for Miki's Yoga's sunset yoga tour, open to all. Also take advantage of the Lux Nuuksio accommodation offer from 4 to 13 February.
More information: events.vihti.fi/fi-FI/page/61f7bf57dc8df91a86ed7f33
5.2. Miki's Yoga (open to all),16-17
At 16:00, a sunset yoga excursion starts from Haltia Lake Lodge, open to all. Enjoy the power of light and darkness, stopping to enjoy the moment and be invigorated by Nuuksio's nature. Sunset yoga does not require previous yoga experience.
The excursion ends around 5 pm on the terrace of Haltia Lake Lodge, where numerous ice shelves create the atmosphere for the dusky evening. On the terrace you can enjoy the Haltia Lake Lodge bar, even a cup of hot chocolate! The tour is free of charge, but participants are encouraged to sign up on the tour's Facebook page.
For more information: tapahtumat.vihti.fi/fi-FI/page/61f7c6d4be23041a85544f84
Registration: fb.me/e/2Sgb8CDNe
5.2. Nuuksio School (open to all),17-19
In the courtyard of the Nuuksio village school, you can admire children's ice lanterns, walk around the winter racetrack and race on the horse-drawn carriage track. The programme is organised by the Nuuksio School Parents' Association.
More information: events.visitespoo.fi/nl-FI/page/61f3f79fef4a072646fac05d
12.2. Solvalla Sports Centre (open to all), 11 am to 7 pm
The forest hut and the campsite along the Maahinenkirute are open and you can come to the campfire to grill your own picnic. The path will be lit with lanterns at dusk. Children can borrow a sled for the duration of the event. You can also book a beach sauna or a cottage at a special price for the duration of LuxNuuksio. Snowshoes are also available for hire.
More information: events.vihti.fi/fi-FI/page/61fa9e81016bd15e3c6adf1b
Welcome to enjoy the light of the lanterns in Nuuksioon!