Kotkavuori
Kotkavuori is a SUB AREA in Helsinki, Uusimaa.
Kotkavuori is a serene coastal district in the Uusimaa region of Finland, offering a peaceful escape into nature with its rocky shores, lush forests, and panoramic views of the Gulf of Finland. This hidden gem is perfect for travelers seeking tranquility, outdoor activities like hiking and birdwatching, and a taste of authentic Finnish archipelago life. The area is dotted with charming wooden villas and small marinas, inviting visitors to explore by foot or kayak. In summer, the midnight sun paints the sky in soft hues, while autumn brings vibrant foliage. Winter transforms the landscape into a snowy wonderland ideal for cross-country skiing. Kotkavuori’s proximity to Helsinki makes it a convenient day trip, yet it retains a remote, unspoiled character. Local cafes serve fresh seafood and traditional pastries, and the community’s warmth adds to the allure. Whether you’re seeking solitude or adventure, Kotkavuori offers a genuine slice of Finnish coastal beauty.
Best time to visit Kotkavuori
June to August for warm weather, long daylight hours, and outdoor activities like hiking and kayaking. September offers beautiful autumn colors and fewer crowds. Winter (December-February) is ideal for snow sports and experiencing the northern lights.
October
NowRight now
- Condition
- Overcast
- Temperature
- 11°
- Feels like
- 8°
- Humidity
- 94%
- Wind
- 24 km/h
- Precipitation
- 0 mm
Typical for October
- Condition
- Overcast
- High
- 12°
- Low
- 7°
- Average
- 10°
- Rain
- 46 mm
Travel notes
- Crowds
- Low
- Prices
- Low
Mushroom foraging
Weather from Open-Meteo
Know before you go
Getting there
Helsinki-Vantaa Airport
International
60 km away
Getting around
Stay connected
WiFi speed
50 Mbps
Mobile data
Excellent
WiFi
Widely available in cafes and accommodations
Local SIM
Local SIM available at Helsinki airport from $10
Stay safe
Overall
9/10Very low crime; main risks are weather-related.
Night safety
8/10Very low crime; main risks are weather-related.
Transport
9/10Scam risk
2/10Entry and health
Health information
Culture
Local customs
Costs and practicals
Cost level
Meals
Hotels
Local transport
Cost notes
Timezone
Local time 03:11
More facts
Population
7,695
Type
Suburb
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Alppiharju
Alppila
Arabianranta
Aurinkolahti
East Helsinki
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Espoon Keskus
Espoonlahden keskus
Espoonlahti
Etelä-Haaga
Etu-Töölö
Grinddal
Haaga
Henttaa
Hermanni
Herttoniemenranta
Herttoniemen yritysalue
Herttoniemi
Hevossalmi
Itäkeskus
Itä-Pakila
Jätkäsaari
Jollas
Kaarela
Kaartinkaupunki
Kalasatama
Kallio
Kamppi
Käpylä
Karakallio
Katajanokka
Kivikko
Kluuvi
Koivuhaka
Konala
Konepaja
Kontula
Koskela
Koukkuniemi
Kruununhaka
Kruunuvuorenranta
Kulosaari
Kumpula
Kuninkaantammi
Kuusisaari
Laajasalo
Laakso
Länsi-Herttoniemi
Länsi-Pasila
Länsisatama
Lassila
Latokartano
Lauttasaari
Lehtisaari
Leppävaara
Lidmalmen
Linjat
Malmin lentokenttä
Mankkaa
Marjaniemi
Matinkylä
Maunula
Maununneva
Meilahti
Mellunkylä
Mellunmäki
Metsälä
Munkkiniemi
Munkkisaari
Munkkivuori
Myllypuro
Niemenmäki
Niittykumpu
Olari
Östersundom
Otaniemi
Oulunkylä
Painiitty
Pajamäki
Pakila
Pakkala
Paloheinä
Pasila
Pikku-Huopalahti
Pitäjänmäen yritysalue
Pitäjänmäki
Pohjois-Haaga
Puistola
Pukinmäki
Punavuori
Puotila
Puotinharju
Rastila
Reimarla
Roihuvuori
Ruoholahti
Ruskeasuo
Sepänkylä
Sörnäinen
Suomenlinna
Suurmetsä
Suutarila
Taka-Töölö
Tali
Talinranta
Tammisalo
Tapanila
Tapaninkylä
Tapaninvainio
Tapiola
Torpparinmäki
Toukola
Tullisaari
Tuomarinkylä
Ullanlinna
Vallila
Vallinoja
Vanhakaupunki
Vanha-Mankkaa
Vanha munkkiniemi
Vanha-Nuuksio-Nupuri
Vanha Ruskeasuo
Vartioharju
Vartiokylä
Vattuniemi
Vesala
Viikinranta
Viikin Tiedepuisto
Viikki
Vuosaari
Westend
Yliskylä
Frequently Asked Questions
Also known as: Kotkavuori, OErnberget, Örnberget, 311, Kotkis

