The ferries form a network offering you new and different ways to see the archipelago. Along the route you will meet fisherman, farmers and people working on the outer islands, some of which do not even have electricity. The ferries are of vital importance to the inhabitants: they are a means of transport, they bring the mail and trade, and also provide an opportunity for a chat. For visitors, the ferries are a convenient way to see and experience the archipelago, allowing them to see how nature varies from lush to barren.

Visitors travelling by car or bus, can also transfer to the ferries in the village of Nagu. Many people consider the archipelago roud (route 180) from Pargas to be their main route to the archipelago. The villages and public landing stages of Nagu, Korpo and Houtskär, are junctions where people change their route, rest, refuel and eat. Although the villages provide excellent services, attractions and services, for example, exhibitions, handicrafts, food, accommodation and farm fresh products are also available along the archipelago road. Altogether, the municipalities located along the route offer dozens of different accommodation options, ranging from cottages and holiday villages to guest-houses, hotels and schools which provide accommodation during the summer season.

During the summer, there is a ferry connection from Mossala in Houtskär to Iniö. The service, which began operating in 1996, was the final link completing the ring route encircling the archipelago. Iniö is a small island community at its most genuine. The services are excellent and include shops, marinas, a café and a souvenir shop.

THE EASTERN ROUTE
THE NORTHERN ROUTE