Ahvenisjärvi Tampere

Meet the squirrels!

Kaipo from Tampere

"The pond of "Ahvenisjärvi" in Tampere is home to lots of squirrels who aren't shy of humans at all! Be prepared to feed them or have them even climb on your hand..."

While Ahvenisjärvi, situated in the southern Tampere neighborhood of Hervanta, looks more like a large pond rather than a lake, it has one major attraction. During the warmer seasons, many squirrels and birds, such as pigeons, seagulls, ducks and if you're lucky, the occasional swan can be found on the trail that surrounds it, waiting to be fed by passersby!

Especially the squirrels aren't shy to come up to humans and beg for food. So be prepared to have a bag of unsalted nuts or something similar with you when you want to check out Ahvenisjärvi during the spring or summer. If you're lucky, the squirrels might climb up, or the birds might perch on your arm and eat straight out of your hand! And if you're not a fan of feeding animals, you can simply sit on one of the benches all around the lake, relax and enjoy the view.

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Tampere Spotter Kaipo

About me I was born in the Philippines, raised in the Netherlands, and am now living in Finland. Traveling around is in my blood! I'm also a language aficionado, a writer, an artist, a dancer, a recreational cyclist and a bit of a novelty seeker! I don't shy away from researching and trying something new! I like discovering and exploring both nature and urban areas, e.g a park with a pond, a walking or cycling trail in a forest area, a curious shop or an interesting-looking restaurant, café or bar! I'm of the conviction that there's always something new to explore, no matter...

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Sep 13, 2025

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