The guest piers in the harbors of Heinävesi, Liperi, and Rääkkylä offer boaters more than just a mooring. The harbor restaurants serve Finland’s best pizzas, burgers, fried vendace, cakes, and Karelian delicacies.
The harbors also feature accommodation services, playgrounds, and activities, making them excellent holiday destinations for those arriving by bike or car as well. Don’t miss the cruises departing from Karvio, Kermanranta, and Tutjunniemi harbors.
Harbor Kermanranta
Kermanrannantie 48, Heinävesi
The largest harbor in Northern Saimaa is located near the center of Heinävesi.
Services:
- Caravan and tent pitches, sauna
- Charging station for electric cars
- Rental wooden rowboat and SUP board
- Loan electric bike
- Septic and water tank emptying, electricity
The harbor café-restaurant Kermacotta delights visitors with its delicacies.
Harbor Kermankeidas
Tuvantie 1, 79910 Kerma (Heinävesi)
An idyllic harbor located between the Kermankoski rapids and the Kerma’s canals.
Services:
- Room accommodation, rental cottage
- Restaurant with a large terrace
- Sauna
- Water point, septic tank emptying
- Waste disposal and shore power
The harbor restaurant Kermankeidas is famous for serving Finland’s best fried vendace.
Karvio Camping
Takunlahdentie 2. Karvionkanava (Heinövesi)
The guest berths at Karvio Camping’s guest piers are free of charge for boaters using the restaurant services.
Restaurant Leiskari serves tasty burgers, pizzas, and salads. The drinks menu features a wide selection from local breweries and Valamo Monastery.
Harbor Kirkkolahti
Heinävedentie 2, Liperi
The historic harbor of Kirkkolahti is located in the village center of Liperi.
Services:
- Motorhome park for caravans
- Showers and sauna
- Laundry facilities
- Waste station, septic pump-out, water, and electricity
- Village shops and Alko store nearby
The summer and event restaurant SUMMER serves delicious artisan pizzas and ice cream cones from its kiosk. The café offers vatruska pastries and traditional Karelian pies.
Harbor Tutjunniemi
Saaristotie 25, Tutjunniemi (LIperi)
A harbor loved by cottage-goers, nestled in nature.
Services:
- Caravan pitches
- E‑bike rental
- Guided paddling tours
- Archipelago cruises
- Septic pump-out, waste disposal
- Fuel station
Harbor services are provided by the entrepreneur of Saariston Puoti. The pizzas here are said to be the best in Finland – and it’s worth tasting other Italian specialties as well.
Harbor Paksuniemi
Paksuniementie 241, Rääkkylä
At Paksuniemi Harbor, the historic buildings of the old dairy and mill still stand.
Services:
- Room accommodation, saunas
- Caravan and tent pitches, sauna
- Ice flake station
- Waste disposal
- Fuel station
- Mini golf course
The services are provided by a local entrepreneur. The summer restaurant Paksuniemi invites you to enjoy delicious meals. The harbor proudly holds the Blue Flag environmental award (Roope-merkki).