Bothnian Bay National Park

Low islands shaped by post-glacial rebound in Lapland's Bothnian Bay

Almost all of this park is sea, with only 2.5 square kilometres of its 157 square kilometres on land. The islands are formed by post-glacial rebound, so the scenery is still in a constant state of change.

Things to do

  • HeritageVisit the traditional fishing bases on the islands
  • On the waterReach the park by boat if you are an experienced boater
  • WildlifeWatch the islands change through post-glacial rebound
Finland · Lapland Est. 1991 Size 157 km² Protected area category: IUCN II

Signature sights

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    Traditional fishing bases

    Numerous old fishing bases stand on the islands of the park.
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    Post-glacial islands

    Islands formed by post-glacial rebound, still changing shape today.

Where it is

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