Santalahti Lakeside Park

What kind of park is it?

Santalahti lakeside park is a functional park area completed in 2020, set against the lakeside scenery of Lake Näsijärvi. It is located in the immediate vicinity of Särkänniemi and Onkiniemi, along the tram line and the main cycling route. The sprawling park offers plenty of space not only for activities but also for simply relaxing and enjoying the natural surroundings. The park is also well-suited for hosting events.

The park has the character of an open green area, and its shoreline areas feature flower beds, ornamental grasses, and shrubs. In the eastern part of the park is a lagoon shore, surrounded by a narrow isthmus with paths and footbridges. Near the lagoon shore, toward Särkänniemi, you’ll find Eliander Beach and a summer kiosk.

The multipurpose field and lawn areas are suitable for a variety of games. For our four-legged friends, the park features a dog park and a designated swimming area for dogs. The park also features a rug-washing area and a public barbecue area. Public restrooms are located near the rug-washing area and the dog park. The public restrooms are open from mid-April through September–October.

The Santalahti boat harbor is located on the west side of Santalahti lakeside park. A summer café and bistro operate at the border between the park and the harbor. In the winter, the area offers convenient access to the recreational skating trails on Lake Näsijärvi.

What does the park look like?

Transportation

Tram

It’s easy to get to Santalahti lakeside park by taking tram No. 1. From the Tikkutehdas stop, you can reach the park via Paasikiventie. From the Santalahti stop, you can reach the park via the Santalahti beach bridge located next to the stop.

Buses

It’s easy to get to the park from Pispala via the new pedestrian bridge. Several buses run along Pispala highway; from the bus stop located along this highway, you can reach the park via the covered Santalahti pedestrian bridge and the elevator tower. From the elevator, continue along the Santalahti beach bridge to Santalahti lakeside park.

Walking and Cycling

Santalahti lakeside park is located along the Näsijärvi lakeside trail. The lakeside trail runs from the city centre of Tampere along the Tammerkoski Rapids to Mältinranta, and from there under the Näsijärvi bridges toward Mustanlahti Harbor in Särkänniemi. From Särkänniemi, the trail continues through Onkiniemi along the shoreline toward Santalahti.

Nearest parking spaces

The park-and-ride area is located in Hiedanranta, from where you can reach the park by taking tramline 1. There is a small parking area next to the park’s rug-washing spot. Paid parking areas can be found near the Särkänniemi amusement park. There are several parking facilities in the city centre.

The best way to get to the area is by public transportation, on foot, or by bike.

The park’s carbon footprint has been minimized

Efforts have been made to minimize the ecological footprint of Santalahti lakeside park. Earthwork was carried out using soil and demolition materials surplus from nearby construction sites, and the park’s furnishings are also largely made from recycled materials. The area’s sturdy light poles, meanwhile, have been repurposed from Hämeenkatu.

Särkänniemi Event Beach is a modern arena for major events

Santalahti lakeside park also features a complex of spaces suitable for hosting events, known under the marketing name Särkänniemi Event Beach. 

Capable of hosting events for up to 25,000 people, the area has been designed with event organization in mind. In addition to water, sewer, electricity, and high-speed internet, the area features, among other things, a paved area for a stage, a load-bearing lawn, and wide walkways necessary for event use.

Close to the park also