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Tour along the Aurajoentie river road (Turku to Oripää)

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Finland

Southern Finland

Turku

Tour along the Aurajoentie river road (Turku to Oripää)

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Tour along the Aurajoentie river road (Turku to Oripää)

03:21

57.2km

220m

Cycling

Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: April 29, 2025

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Start point

Bus stop

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25.9 km

Turuntie

Highlight (Segment) • Cycleway

Turuntie is a key regional road running through Southwest Finland, historically connecting Turku with inland towns like Loimaa and further to Tampere. For cyclists, especially those with trekking or cross bikes, it's a practical route with varied scenery - fields, forests, and traditional villages. While parts of the road are busier near larger towns, many stretches are quieter and suitable for touring. If you're heading to places like Reppuniemi Open-Air Museum in Pöytyä, Turuntie offers direct access, but it's best to wear high-visibility clothing and stay alert, particularly on sections without a separate cycle lane.

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32.6 km

Auran Koskipirtti and Museum House

Highlight • Historical Site

Koskipirtti and Museotalo in Aura offer an immersive historical experience into rural Finnish life and craftsmanship. Located just off Highway 9 between Turku and Tampere, the site is easily reachable by bike, especially from the centre of Aura, only 1.5 km away. Koskipirtti, a sturdy 1860s manor outbuilding, and the former dairy-turned-Museotalo showcase authentic architecture and a wide collection of artefacts and interiors from the early 20th century. This attraction is suitable for all ages and provides a well-preserved glimpse into past everyday life. A trekking or cross bike is ideal for exploring the quiet surrounding countryside.

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33.8 km

Aura River

Highlight • River

The Aura River (Aurajoki in Finnish) is one of Southwest Finland’s most iconic waterways, flowing from Oripää to Turku, where it empties into the Baltic Sea. It’s a great companion route for cyclists, offering scenic rural views, historic sites, and charming villages along its banks. Paths and roads near the river are well-suited to trekking and cross bikes, especially around the Aura and Pöytyä areas. Highlights along the river include old mills, bridges, and churches, making it ideal for relaxed day rides with cultural stops.

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44.1 km

Reppuniemi Open-Air Museum

Highlight • Historical Site

Reppuniemi Open-Air Museum in Pöytyä presents a collection of 13 historic buildings from the 18th and 19th centuries, including a smoke sauna, windmill, blacksmith’s workshop, and soldier’s croft. The buildings were relocated here starting in the 1960s, creating an authentic rural environment that’s open to visitors free of charge. In summer, the site also hosts performances by the local amateur theatre group, during which access to the area may be limited. The location is easily reached by trekking or cross bike via Turuntie, and the natural surroundings make for a pleasant cycling stop.

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57.2 km

Kivimakasiini Local Museum (Kotiseutumuseo Kivimakasiini), Oripää

Highlight • Historical Site

Kotiseutumuseo Kivimakasiini in Oripää is a small local museum showcasing 19th-century rural life through everyday tools, household items, and festive artefacts like church silks. Visitors can also explore the unique Äären Kauppamuseo, a recreation of a general store that served the community for five decades, and see a small exhibition of historical banking items. Entry is free during normal opening hours (Sundays from June to August, 12:00–14:00), and guided tours are available for groups. The museum is located near the village centre and easily accessible by bike; a trekking or cross bike is ideal for the local roads. Remember that the nearby library, which provides information, is closed in July.

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57.2 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

36.4 km

18.2 km

2.37 km

233 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

41.8 km

15.4 km

< 100 m

Elevation

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Highest point (80 m)

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Sunday 12 July

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Auran Koskipirtti and Museum House

Aura River

Reppuniemi Open-Air Museum

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