Ruvinpää

Ruvinpää is a small, uninhabited island located in the Gulf of Finland, part of the Baltic Sea. Situated approximately 10 kilometers northeast of the Finnish mainland, it lies within the archipelago of the city of Helsinki. The island is part of the Helsinki Archipelago National Park, a protected area established to preserve the region's natural beauty and biodiversity.

Ruvinpää is characterized by its rugged coastline, rocky shores, and dense forests of birch and pine. The island is relatively small, covering an area of about 1.5 square kilometers. Due to its remote location and lack of infrastructure, it is primarily visited by hikers, nature enthusiasts, and birdwatchers. The area is known for its rich birdlife, including species such as the common guillemot, black-throated diver, and various seabirds.

Access to Ruvinpää is limited, as there are no permanent residences or facilities on the island. Visitors typically reach it by boat, often as part of a guided tour or as an extension of a hike along the nearby mainland trails. The island is accessible year-round, though conditions can vary significantly depending on the season, with winter bringing snow and ice.

The name "Ruvinpää" translates roughly to "the head of the roe deer" in Finnish, though the exact origin of the name is not well-documented. The island has historical significance as a traditional hunting ground for local communities. Today, it remains a place of natural beauty and ecological importance, offering a quiet escape from urban life while supporting conservation efforts in the Helsinki Archipelago.