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Baana is a light traffic fairway built on the former Helsinki Harbor Railway route. The route runs from Kansalaistori to the border of Ruoholahti and Kamppi. The fairway has been significant in the history of Helsinki since the end of the 19th century when it originally connected the city's ports by rail. The fairway is in a ravine dug into the rock. There are several staircases and ramps leading to the street level. Cyclists and pedestrians have their own lanes.

Delve beyond the surface of this city to discover its rich culture and artistically inspiring soul. This understated city should rightfully be regarded as one of Europe's cultural and artistic capitals. Though on the surface Finns may appear to be a relatively restrained bunch, our museums, galleries, bustling boulevards and animated markets are a great way to tap into the true heart of Helsinki. By no means extensive, this half-day tour is intended to pique your interest in this...

The Central Park Baana is part of the Helsinki cycle path network, and takes the passenger from Kansalaistori all the way to the Vantaa border at the northern end of the Central Park. The route first runs along the shores of Töölönlahti Bay and past the Olympic Stadium, and continues through the Central Park with a calmer mood than the hustle and bustle of the city's roadways.

Although this tour seems quite short in length, you can easily spend a whole day going through it. There are countless sights along the way, and there is something for everyone. The route starts from the train station and goes past Lasipalatsi to Temppeliaukio church. From here, the journey continues around the Hietaniemi cemetery to the Lapinlahti shoreline and the Birger Käcklund raitti. Next, the route goes from Hietalahdenallas marina to Munkkisaari, and past Meripuisto to Kaivopuisto....

From the Helsinki railway station, you can go to Vuosaari harbor by bike. The route starts under the gaze of the Lantern Bearers, and goes east mostly along bike paths. The journey goes past Kalasatama and across Kulosaari, through Herttoniemi and past Itäkeskus, over the Vuosaari bridge and across the golf course. The route ends for those close to Merimieskirkko.