The region is home to Finland's biggest lakes and most iconic views; the ones you’ll find on postcards and in the hearts of Finns. It’s also where centuries-old food culture thrives, from rye-crusted Karelian pies to fresh fish pulled straight from the lake. Stay in a cottage, cycle through gentle landscapes, or visit wooden towns that tell stories of the past.
Lakeland is a home to thousands of lakes and cottages. Here, you can step from a sauna straight into the water, spend a night watching brown bears instead of digital screens. Add in hearty local food, long golden evenings, and you’ve got a summer holiday that’s impossible to copy-paste anywhere else.
From untamed northern wilderness to southern shores lined with sandy beaches and historic fortresses, the region offers endless exploration. Authentic Finnish culture thrives in bustling markets serving local delicacies from kalakukko to karjalanpaisti, smoke saunas steaming year-round, and opera performances echoing from medieval castle walls. Endangered Saimaa ringed seals glide through tranquil waters, while the eastern regions blend Finnish and Karelian heritage through monastery visits and traditional cuisine.
Both sides of Finland – where vast lakes and vibrant culture meet northern wildlife.
Kuopio-Tahko offers Savo traditions, magnificent Lakeland vistas, and all-season adventures.
North Karelia, the Soul of Finland, is home to four national parks and Karelian culture.
This coastal region features island beauty, fortress history, and award-winning green parks.
Mikkeli mingles Saimaa lakeside villas and cottages, grand manor heritage and renowed local flavors.
Home to medieval Olavinlinna Castle, Saimaa’s water national parks and scenic ridges.
Here you'll find links to different products and services around Eastern Finland to help start planning your summer holiday.
Here's a selection of routes taking you from north to south in the Lakeland region.
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This action is part of Eastern Finland Sustainable Tourism Growth Program and is funded by South Savo Regional Council from Appropriation for Sustainable Growth and Vitality in Regions (Finnish AKKE funding).
