The first Miniforest in Savonlinna was built outside the Riihisaari-Savonlinna Museum, with generous support from the Luonto Saimaa-hanke. The Miniforest was designed by Nina Backman and will be maintained in Riihisaari permanently. Local companies bought name trees for the Miniforest, which is an old tradition in Finland, and in this way contributed to the wellbeing of the Miniforest. Riihisaari-Savonlinna Museum is part of the historical site of Olavinlinna Castle, which is at the intersection of urban and natural environments and surrounded by Lake Saimaa. Riihisaari beautifully brings together nature, art, and community with rich layers of history and local culture.

Science partner: Metsäbiotalouden näyteikkuna, Natural Resources Institute Finland (Luke)