Place to visit
Petikonhuippu, Finland: what it is and when to go
Petikonhuippu is a summit in Finland (Askola), at 109 m above sea level. Interests: Nature and Mountains. The best time to visit is June to September. In June there are 18 h 32 of daylight, and in December, 5 h 27. It has an article in one Wikipedia, so it is not one of the busiest places in Finland: one to enjoy at a calmer pace. Here is what it is, where it lies, when to come, how to get there and what else is nearby to turn it into a trip.
In a nutshell
- What it is
- Summit · Nature, Mountains
- Where
- Finland
- Elevation
- 109 m
- Best time
- June to September.
- Nearest airport
- HEL Helsinki (Vantaa), 9.0 km as the crow flies
- Coordinates
- 60.30613, 24.80072
What it is and where
Petikonhuippu is a summit in Finland (Askola), at 109 m above sea level. It has an article in one Wikipedia, so it is not one of the busiest places in Finland: one to enjoy at a calmer pace.
It is in Askola, where this site lists 12 more places to see, 9.4 km from the centre.
Its coordinates are 60.30613, 24.80072; the nearest main airport is Helsinki Vantaa Airport (HEL, Helsinki (Vantaa)), 9.0 km as the crow flies. How to get around Finland (train, car, bus) is covered in its country guide.
Where it is (opens in a new tab)Directions (opens in a new tab)
It is one of the Nature and Mountains places in Finland. In Kokai it is already on your trip map next to the places you save yourself, and it goes into a day's plan with one tap.
When to go
The best time to visit Petikonhuippu is June to September.
- JanPossible6:16
- FebPossible8:44
- MarPossible11:20
- AprPossible14:15
- MayPossible16:53
- JunBest time18:32
- JulBest time17:50
- AugBest time15:24
- SepBest time12:31
- OctPossible9:42
- NovBetter not7:00
- DecPossible5:27
Best timePossibleBetter notHours of daylight
In June there are 18 h 32 of daylight, and in December, 5 h 27. Daylight hours are calculated from the site's latitude for the 15th of each month; when planning a full day on foot they matter as much as the weather.
| What you come for | Best time | Possible |
|---|---|---|
| Nature | June to September | December to May and October |
| Mountains | June to September | December to May and October |
It is not the same trip whatever you come for: Petikonhuippu has a different season depending on what you want to do here, and Kokai puts it in the right month for you.
When to go to Finland in general, with its festivals and peak seasons, is in its country guide.
Before you go to Finland
To enter Finland there are 6 things to sort out before you leave, starting with “Valid Spanish ID card (DNI) or passport”: they are all, with their deadlines, in the Finland checklist. Currency: Euro (EUR); plugs: Type C and F · 230 V · 50 Hz (the same plug as in Spain); emergencies: 112.
In Kokai you tick off the checklist inside your trip, and each item reminds you when it is time to do it.
What is nearby
- Kakolanmäen luonnonsuojelualueProtected area3.3 km
- Vantaankoski BridgeWooden bridge in Vantaa, Finland3.9 km
- Serena WaterparkWater park in Lahnus, Espoo, Finland4.0 km
- Serena SkiSki resort4.2 km
- The Flying Dutchman Nomad Brewing Company OyBrewery4.4 km
Distances are as the crow flies. Everything else is in the Finland guide.
More in Finland: Nature
- Gulf of Finland: arm of the Baltic Sea
- Halti: fell at the Finnish–Norwegian border
- Old Rauma: old town of the city of Rauma, Finland
- Oulujärvi: lake of Northern Ostrobothnia and Kainuu, Finland
- Turku Cathedral: cathedral in Turku, Finland
- Bothnian Bay: northernmost part of the Gulf of Bothnia
Every Finland place under Nature, each with its season, is on its page.
Frequently asked questions
What is Petikonhuippu?
It is a summit in Finland. It has an article in one Wikipedia, so it is not one of the busiest places in Finland: one to enjoy at a calmer pace.
When is the best time to visit Petikonhuippu?
June to September. In June there are 18 h 32 of daylight, and in December, 5 h 27.
How do you get to Petikonhuippu?
The nearest main airport is Helsinki Vantaa Airport (HEL), 9.0 km as the crow flies. From there, directions opens the route on the map, and how to get around Finland is explained in its country guide.
How do I add it to my trip?
With one tap. In Kokai it is already on the Finland map, next to the places you save yourself: add it to a day's plan, give it a time and, if you like, get a reminder when you pass nearby.
What else is around here?
Nearby you have Kakolanmäen luonnonsuojelualue, Vantaankoski Bridge, Serena Waterpark. The rest is in the Finland guide.
Keep reading
- Askola12 places to see in and around Askola, Finland: Nuuksio National Park, Klaukkala Church, Nurmijärven rauhanyhdistys. Best time: December to February and June to Septemb
- Nature436 places for nature in Finland, from Gulf of Finland to spots hardly anyone knows. Best time: June to September. Each with its own season by altitude and daylight.
- FinlandBefore travelling to Finland: 6 things worth sorting out, each with its deadline. For Spanish citizens, a Spanish ID card (DNI) is enough to get in.
- Where to travelPick what you fancy (mountains, beaches, museums…) and the months you have free, and Kokai tells you which countries to go to and what to see there.
Data from OpenStreetMap, licensed under the ODbL, and from Wikidata, CC0. More about Petikonhuippu on Wikipedia. Daylight hours are calculated from the latitude. More in credits.