Sports Archives

Pedal power: Helsinki likes bikes

It’s healthy, ecological and cheap. Rediscover the benefits of cycling in the Finnish capital as a new bike path opens.

Jouni Palosaari helped lift Lapland’s Levi ski resort from small-time holiday destination to World Cup slalom venue.

It’s hard to imagine Finland without sports and exercise – keeping fit and active is second nature to the Finns.

For a breath of fresh air and a taste of traditional Finland, try a wooden rowboat 12 metres long.

Cricket is growing in Finland despite its unfamiliar rules and uniforms. Spring brings the start of the outdoor season.

Slideshow: The Finns make the most out of a cold winter by using the frozen ocean as a park for walking, skiing and more.

Personalised jogging and Nordic walking tours give busy visitors a fresh view of the city – and some healthy exercise.

Carina Räihä shared her thoughts with us before leaving on a journey that saw her become the first Finnish woman to climb Mount Everest.