A trip to the archipelago with Föli - Local travelling by public transport

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26.04.2023

You can enjoy local travelling in Naantali by public transport, as Turku Region Traffic Föli buses also operate to the Naantali archipelago. This article presents Naantali archipelago's nature and cultural sites, as well as events, along the Föli routes.

Lines 201, 203, N2, N3, N4, N5 and N6 run from the centre of Naantali to Merimasku, Rymättylä and Velkua, line N7 from the centre of Naantali to Luonnonmaa. In addition, on school holidays on Tuesdays and Fridays, line N13 runs from the centre of Naantali to Haapala. Lines N8, N9, N10, N11 and N12 operate in the archipelago, but they do not pass through the centre of Naantali, as they only operate in the archipelago. For example, you can travel on line N2 from the centre of Naantali to the village of Rymättylä, and there, switch to line N12. This way you can go further south in Rymättylä. In the Naantali area, there are also demand responsive buses, whose routes are not fixed but formed according to the needs of passengers.

Haijainen Nature Trail in Luonnonmaa

In Haijainen, Luonnonmaa, you can find a 3.5 km nature trail called Silmu, which runs through varying terrain in forest and on rocks. There is a lean-to shelter with barbecue areas along the nature trail, and firewood is already at the campfire site. Haijainen also offers other outdoor activities, such as the disc golf course, fitness trail and outdoor exercise equipment.

Föli line N7 takes you to the nature trail. It is a good idea to leave the bus at the Haijainen fitness centre stop.

Ferry connection to Seili island and Nagu

M/s Vidskär will take visitors to the island of Seili from Röölä in Rymättylä starting from 22 June. Another ferry runs between the island of Seili and Nagu. From Röölä onwards, the route runs outside the Föli area, so check the details of the ferry connections and the Nagu-Turku bus connection with service providers.

You can reach Röölä with Föli line N2. The nearest stop is called Röölä.

Rymättylä Church and Rymättylä Museum

The medieval Church of St. James in Rymättylä is an excellent attraction. Near the church, you can also find the Rymättylä Museum where you can learn more about the life in the archipelago and visit annually changing exhibitions. There is also another interesting historical building and exhibition space next door, Aaholli. Ready for a coffee break and sweet buns? Head to the bakery Tuulisolmu in the centre of Rymättylä!

You can get to Rymättylä with Föli lines N2 and N3, and you should leave the bus at the stop of the Rymättylän kirkonkylä / Rymättylä village.

Cultural Harbour Röölä, Herring Heritage Center Dikseli and Mill Museum

The museum in Röölä is located in the old mill and a good place to explore the herring traditions of Rymättylä. The harbour also houses the restaurant Röölänranta and the Röölä village committee’s facilities.

You can reach Röölä with Föli bus N2. The nearest stop is called Röölä.

Merimasku Church and Village

The Merimasku Church is a charming church and the sixth oldest wooden church in full-time use in Finland. The church is a walk away from the village of Merimasku, where restaurant Merimaskun Rantamakasiini is located.

Föli lines N4, N5, N6 and 203 run to Merimasku, and you should leave the bus on the Kirkonsalmentie stop.

Villivuori nature trail in Merimasku

The 1.2 km path takes you to the Villivuori Hill with a 10-hectare nature reserve at the top. Its attractions include two burial sites from the Bronze Age, mires, ancient shoreline, boulders and majestic cliffs.

Villivuori nature trail can also be reached with Föli, first with line N2 to the Leikkistenjärvi stop, and from there, with line N8 to the Vesiorvontie stop.

Kollola Local History Centre

Kollola Local History Centre is a charming collection of historical buildings around a courtyard. The croft has stood in place since the 1700s. Another great attraction is Merimasku's first call centre. The old barn has an exhibition that changes every summer and a summer café.

June 7-21. The Merimasku Theatre performs at the Kollola Local History Centre. This summer, the troupe is performing the play Kutupuuhia Kalajärvellä.

Kollola Local History Centre can be reached on Föli lines N2, N6 and 203. It is a good idea to leave the bus at the Taattistenjärvi stop.

Teersalo beach

Swimming is possible on the Teersalo beach, and the service building has showers and a place to have lunch. Teersalo also has restaurants: Wanha Salakuljettaja and Rantaklubi.

Föli lines 203, N5, N6 and N9 go to the Teersalo beach.

Velkua Church

St. Henry's Church of Velkua is a charming church built in the 18th century by the locals. Föli takes you to the Teersalo beach, from where you can continue on a free ferry to the Palva island. The church is located less than a kilometre from the ferry pier. You can also take your bike with you and ride out to see further island attractions: for example, Cafe Laituri and restaurant Vaihela.

Föli lines 203, N5, N6 and N9 go to the Teersalo beach.

Events in the Naantali Archipelago

In addition to normal Föli traffic, Föli organises additional transportation to events organised in the Naantali archipelago. Buses run approximately once an hour. A more detailed schedule will be available on the Föli website closer to the events.

10 June “Silli ja uussi peruni” herring and potato festival, Röölä

22 July Jaakonmarkkinat market, Rymättylä Village

14 September Harvest festival, Röölä

Föli travel can be paid with contactless payment, cash, mobile application or travel card. For example, travelling with Föli using contactless payment costs EUR 3 / 2 hours and EUR 8 / a day. Read more about Föli tickets. (Opens in a new tab)

You can check the route and schedule in the route guide: reittiopas.foli.fi