Puuhamaa
Address
Puuhamaantie 1, 14200 Tervakoski, Finland
Country
finland
Website
https://www.puuhamaa.fiOpening Hours
Daily 10:00-17:00 (June-August), seasonal hours
Popularity
**๐ก Finland's Premier Children's Activity Park** - **5,000+ children daily** at peak capacity during summer - **40+ years of operation** since 1984 - **Activity-focused experience** emphasizing physical play over electrical rides - **Water park integration** with slides and splash areas - **Classic Finnish family destination** known for affordable fun
Finland's Original Activity-Based Theme Park
Puuhamaa pioneered a unique approach to family entertainment when it opened in 1984, focusing on physical activities, water play, and hands-on experiences rather than electrical rides. Located in the village of Tervaskoski in Janakkala municipality, this distinctive park has provided generations of Finnish families with affordable, active entertainment.
๐ Activity-Focused Philosophy
Unlike traditional amusement parks, Puuhamaa emphasizes physical activity and creative play:
Water-Based Activities:
- Multiple water slides of varying sizes and intensities
- Splash pools and water play areas
- Interactive water features encouraging exploration
- Unheated water providing authentic Finnish swimming experience
Physical Play Structures:
- Bouncy castles for energetic jumping and playing
- Climbing structures developing physical skills
- Rope courses and adventure challenges
- Playground equipment throughout the grounds
Traditional Activities:
- Mini golf course for family competition
- Video arcade providing indoor entertainment
- Race tracks for pedal cars and similar activities
- Various games and skill challenges
๐ Water Park Integration
Water attractions form a major component of the Puuhamaa experience, though visitors should expect unheated water that provides an authentic Finnish approach to aquatic fun, building character and resilience.
๐ Natural Setting
The park's location in rural Tervaskoski provides a natural, unpretentious atmosphere where families can enjoy simple pleasures without the commercial intensity of larger theme parks.
๐ฐ Affordable Family Fun
Puuhamaa maintains its commitment to accessibility through:
Attractions in Puuhamaa
Water Slide Complex
๐ฆ Multiple Water Slides for All Ages
Puuhamaa's water slide complex features multiple slides of varying sizes and intensities, providing aquatic thrills for visitors from toddlers to teenagers in authentic unheated Finnish water.
๐ Slide Variety
- Large slides for older children and adults seeking bigger thrills
- Medium slides perfect for school-age children
- Small slides designed for younger visitors
- Racing slides allowing side-by-side competition
- Curved and straight options providing different experiences
โ๏ธ Authentic Finnish Experience
- Unheated water building resilience and character
- Natural temperature connecting visitors to Finnish swimming traditions
- Seasonal variation in water temperature throughout operating season
- Character-building experience different from heated commercial pools