LUOTO II climbing arch

The LUOTO II is a climbing arch that grows with your child. At two, they will climb it carefully, working out where to put their hands and feet. At four, they will flip it into a fort. At six, it becomes a reading nook, a puppet theatre, a goalpost.

It is designed by FitWood in Finland and built from FSC-certified birch plywood with aspen rungs — solid enough to last through siblings and years of daily use. No noise. No batteries. Just movement.

The II version improved on the original based on real customer feedback: narrower rung spacing for smaller climbers, a better-fitting cushion attachment, and optional wedges to lock it flat when you want a stable surface. The accessories — cushion, slide ramp, stool — are sold separately and expand what it can do as your child gets older.

Regular price €469,00
Color: Birch

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Product Information
  • Designer: Laura Meriluoto for FitWood
  • Made in: Latvia
  • Brand: FitWood (Finland)
  • Age recommendation: 2+ years
  • Maximum weight: 60 kg
  • Certifications: EN 71-1, EN 71-2, EN 71-3, EN 71-8 | CE
  • Warranty: 2-year manufacturer warranty (private use)
  • Assembly: Screw-together, hex key included. Around 20–30 minutes.
  • Patented original design.
Dimensions
  • Width: 100 cm
  • Depth: 60 cm
  • Height: 54 cm
  • Weight: 11.6 kg
Materials & Care

Frame: FSC-certified Finnish birch plywood, 15 mm

Rungs: Nordic aspen

Hardware: Zinc-plated steel screws

Finish: Water-based, non-toxic coating (EN 71-3 compliant, safe for mouthing)

Natural Birch: clear protective lacquer that lets the wood grain show through. Beige, White, White-Birch, Black: water-based paint finish.

Care

Wipe with a soft damp cloth. Use mild soap if needed — wring the cloth well and dry immediately. Do not submerge or expose to standing water. Avoid harsh chemicals. Check and tighten screws monthly with the included hex key. Indoor use only. For spare parts, contact FitWood directly.

Why We Selected

I came across FitWood while looking for a climbing arch that would not look out of place in a Dutch living room. Most of what I found was either too plasticky, too large, or too obviously a toy.

The Luoto is different. The birch and aspen combination gives it a warmth that sits well next to real furniture. It is quiet in a room. And because children find new ways to use it as they grow, it does not get outgrown — it just changes role.

What I also noticed is that FitWood actually listens. The II version came directly from years of customer feedback: narrower rungs, a better cushion fit, wedge option added. That is the kind of maker I want to work with.

— Maria João