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Man cross-country skiing on groomed trails in Northern Saimaa, North Karelia.
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Activi­ties in Tune with Nature

Activi­ties in Northern Saimaa (Heinä­ve­si, Liperi and Rääkkylä) take you into forests, the archi­pe­la­go and lakes – with a guide or indepen­dent­ly. In summer, new cruise routes lead through the national landsca­pes of Heinä­ve­si and the archi­pe­la­go of Liperi. In winter, the Pääsky­vuo­ri Ski Center in Heinä­ve­si invites you to the slopes.

Group programs offer memorable experiences for wellbeing days and team events: bake sourdough bread, play the tradi­tio­nal kantele together, or enjoy wellness treat­ments. Good food and unique venues for meetings and celebra­tions crown the experience.

And not everyt­hing has a price – enjoy Finland’s Everyman’s Rights, the gifts of nature, local village festi­vals and other free events throug­hout the year. In Northern Saimaa, you’ll find relaxa­tion and inspi­ra­tion.

Legendary s/s Heinävesi in evening sun in North Karelia – historic ship returned to Savonlinna-Kuopio route in summer 2025.

Northern Saimaa Cruise Summer

The legen­da­ry s/s Heinä­ve­si has returned to its original Heinä­ve­si route – still consi­de­red one of the most beauti­ful journeys in Finland.

Cruises
Joukko meloo kajakeilla Liperin ja Heinäveden satamista. Rantautuminen ja eväiden syönti luodolla.

With a Guide You Experience More

In Northern Saimaa, you can explore the waters and trails with a guide who takes care of the snacks, equip­ment, and safety – so you can simply enjoy the adven­tu­re.

Guide Services
Woman standing with arms at sides in an atmospheric autumn lake landscape in North Karelia – experience guided tours in Northern Saimaa.

Wellbeing from Nature

In Northern Saimaa, you’ll find the right courses, retreats, and works­hops to brighten your everyday life. Combine them with pampe­ring treat­ments and the healing power of nature.

Activity Services

Self-Guided Activi­ties and Experiences

Anyone who claims that trave­ling in their own country is expen­si­ve forgets the rights of every indivi­dual: forests full of berries and mushrooms, hiking trails, ski slopes, and picnic areas with readily available firewood. They forget village festi­vals and events where guests are warmly welcomed. All one needs is comfor­table accom­mo­da­tion and a little initia­ti­ve.

Kalastus on jokamiehenoikeus ja kiehtova harrastus myös lapsille.

Go fishing

Worming and ice fishing are free. Locals and business owners are happy to give you tips on good fishing spots. Infor­ma­tion on fishing licenses can be found at the provided link if you wish to fish with other equip­ment or in areas requi­ring a permit.

Fishing permits
Pohjoisen Saimaan metsissä ei ole ruuhkaa, voit hengetellä ja hiihtää omaan tahtiisi.

Well-being from the forest

Forests have always offered Finns protec­tion and security, and studies show they are also a source of well-being. Unique access rights and a network of trails in every munici­pa­li­ty allow everyone to experience the revita­lizing and healing power of the forest.

Every­one’s rights
Pariskunta pyöräilee Saimaa by Cycle -reittiä Pohjoisella Saimaalla.

Fall in love with the rural landsca­pe

In Northern Saimaa you can see and experience authen­tic rural life, cows and horses grazing in the fields as they used to. Along idyllic dirt roads you can cycle from inn to inn or drive from village to village.

Routes

Enjoy nature’s gifts

Summer and autumn are the time of events and harvest. Winter is the time of prepa­ra­tion and antici­pa­tion for village festi­vals, where you can taste local delicacies. Or fill your own basket with forest produce, which is available free of charge in our pure nature from spring to autumn.

Events calendar
Berries and mushrooms