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Aseman Taidelaituri Art Gallery | |Art Moments and an Autumn Brunch at the Old Railway Station | Punkaharju

Aseman Taidelaituri Art Gallery | |Art Moments and an Autumn Brunch at the Old Railway Station | Punkaharju
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Celebrating Saimaa’s harvest and the joy of life at Asema Taidelaituri!

Asema Art Platform is an art exhibition set in a historic railway station building, where beautiful architecture, inspiring artworks, and a warm atmosphere come together.

During the Saimaa Harvest Festival, our days begin with a cozy brunch under the linden trees, followed by a diverse program and, of course, the opportunity to shop. Welcome to spend an autumn celebration filled with art, local food, and good company!

Join us during the Saimaa Harvest Festival weekend – we’re open Friday to Sunday, September 12–14.
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We are proud to be part of the Saimaa Harvest Festival, taking place September 12–14, 2025 – an event that celebrates the local flavors and traditions of the Saimaa region. Welcome to join us for an autumn celebration where the rich tastes and culture of our region come together.

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Free WiFi
No
LocationFinlandiantie 58 58450 Punkaharju
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Queen of the Midsummer Night Pastry

Queen of the Midsummer Night Pastry
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Queen of the Midsummer Night Pastry

Our dessert pastry is inspired by Shakespeare’s A Midsummer Night’s Dream and the baroque opera The Fairy Queen, which is based on the play and will be performed at the Savonlinna Opera Festival in summer 2025.

The splendor of the Baroque era lives in rich detail, the interplay of contrasts, drama and harmony. In this pastry, the deep sweetness and richness of chocolate meet the sharp, tart intensity of northern cranberries ripened under the midnight sun.

A moist chocolate cake base is topped with a luscious dark chocolate mousse, complemented by a tangy cranberry sauce made from locally foraged berries.

Price: €9.50
Available from June 30th to August 3rd.
The pastry is lactose-free and gluten-free.

Kruunupuisto

Kruunupuisto Spa Hotel and Restaurant is located in the national landscape of Punkaharju, in one of the most beautiful spots on Lake Saimaa. Kruunupuisto offers hotel and restaurant services, wellness and rehabilitation treatments, as well as holidays and recreational activities all year round.

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We are part of the “from stage to plate: opera delights” tour!

The Savonlinna opera summer is the best time to indulge in the exquisite menus and dishes from local restaurants and cafes, all inspired by the magic of the opera.

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Price starting
á 9.50 €
LocationVaahersalontie 44 58450 Punkaharju
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m/s Katrilli

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Blue Lake Cruises’ m/s Katrilli cruises the home waters of the Saimaa ringed seal in Savonlinna, Enonkoski, Heinävesi, and Rantasalmi. Seal cruises, scenic and route cruises, as well as various theme and event cruises, are part of our summer offerings.

m/s Katrilli offers indoor and outdoor deck spaces to ensure comfortable relaxation during the journey. During the cruise, you can purchase refreshments and small savory and sweet snacks from the ship’s kiosks. The ship is registered for 70 passengers.

Cruises:
– Route cruises to Punkaharju
– Scenic cruises in Punkaharju
– Heinävesi canal cruises
– Summer evening cruise on the Varkaus waterways
– Spa cruise from Varkaus to Järvisydän
– Spa cruise from Savonlinna to Järvisydän
– Cruises from Järvisydän
– Charter cruises

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Free WiFi
No
LocationTeollisuustie 4 58700 Sulkava
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Kruunupuisto spa

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The new, renovated Kruunupuisto Spa is now opened to the public. Welcome!

The new spa facilities have a pool area with pools for aqua jogging and hydronics, a hydrotherapy pool, a hot tub and a pool for children. There will also be a cold plunge pool to give guests an idea of the popular Finnish tradition — ice swimming. Cooling off is also possible under a waterfall shower. The spa is equipped with several saunas: separate saunas for men and women as well as an infrared sauna for hot yoga and a traditional Finnish log sauna.

The relaxing experience will be enhanced by digital visual and sound systems that use state-of-the-art technologies.

OPENING HOURS
Mon-Fri 15.00-20.00
Sat 12.00-18.00
Sun closed

TICKETS
Adult 19 €
Pensioner/student 15 €
Child 4-12 years old 10 €
Family ticket (2 adults + 2 children) 50 €
Children under 4 years free with an adult

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Price starting
Availability
changes to opening hours possible
Accessibility
Barrier free, Car parking, WC
Distances
30 km to city
Free WiFi
No
LocationVaahersalontie 44 58450 Punkaharju
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Canoes, kayaks and SUP-boards, Naaranlahti

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Enjoy the beautiful Lake Puruvesi, Saimaa. Easy access to the lake and cosy bay make your trip confortable. Great day trips to island nearby called Pantii (2,5 km) or Riviera of Punkaharju called Petrisaari (6 km). We offer also instruction.

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Price starting
32.00 € per hour
Distances
16 km to city
Free WiFi
Yes
LocationKesälahdentie 1614 58520 Hiukkajoki
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Tynkkylä Lomaniemi | Coffee with a View, Local History and Rustic Market Charm | Punkaharju

Tynkkylä Lomaniemi | Coffee with a View, Local History and Rustic Market Charm | Punkaharju
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Welcome to Tynkkylä Lomaniemi in Punkaharju – where serenity, history, and local delights meet in the spirit of the Saimaa Harvest Festival!

Tynkkylän Lomaniemi is a family-run business located in Punkaharju, by the home waters of the Saimaa ringed seal, offering café services and cottage accommodation. Tynkkylä Lomaniemi charms visitors with its stunning lake views and cozy countryside vibe.

During the Harvest Festival weekend, the yard comes alive with autumn harvest, local producers, and a wonderfully relaxed atmosphere. The scenic café serves up tasty treats, and outside you’ll find treasures from local entrepreneurs.

Peek inside the old barn – the 1860s building is home to a charming Folk Museum filled with objects brought from Karelia and traditional farm tools that tell stories of life past and present. Nearby, the textile crafts cottage showcases timeless handcraft skills in a warm and nostalgic setting.

Join us during the Saimaa Harvest Festival weekend – we’re open Friday to Sunday, September 12–14.

Detailed schedule and opening hours will be announced closer to the event.

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We are proud to be part of the Saimaa Harvest Festival, taking place September 12–14, 2025 – an event that celebrates the local flavors and traditions of the Saimaa region. Welcome to join us for an autumn celebration where the rich tastes and culture of our region come together.

Details

Free WiFi
No
LocationLomaniementie 66 58580 Vuoriniemi
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Holiday Resort Harjun Portti | Experiences

Holiday Resort Harjun Portti | Experiences
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ENJOY ACTIVITIES ON LAKE SAIMAA, ALL YEAR ROUND

Punkaharju is a year-round travel destination, where nature offers activities and experiences.

In winter, from the Harjun Portti Travel Center’s shore, you can access one of Finland’s longest ice skating trails, stretching up to 16 km, where you can stop for waffles at a café or grill sausages at a campfire spot. The cottage village also connects to a partially illuminated cross-country skiing network over 30 km long, and you can go snowshoeing on the opposite ridge area at the Snowshoe Park.

In summer, Punkaharju is at its most beautiful, and our equipment rental offers electric bikes, kayaks, SUP boards, and motorboats. Explore the fish-rich Puruvesi and Pihlajavesi lakes. Nearby, you will also find swimming beaches, cycling routes, and frisbee golf courses.

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Free WiFi
No
LocationTuunaansaarentie 2 58450 Punkaharju
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Experiences at Kruunupuisto

Experiences at Kruunupuisto
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We offer a wide range of exciting activities in Punkaharju!

The diverse health services and sports and pampering treatments at Kruunupuisto complement a lively rehabilitation period, vacation, meeting, or hotel stay. The unique ridge nature with its trails and paths invites you to exercise in nature’s own amusement park during your free time. Our area also offers a rich year-round event calendar.

Equipment Rental
Kruunupuisto offers a wide selection of rental equipment for various outdoor activities in different seasons, whether on the ridge trails, the lake, or our yard and park areas. Conquer the ridge with an electric mountain bike or a fat bike!

Guided Tours
At Kruunupuisto, you can rent equipment for independent excursions or head into nature with a guide. Guided tours are arranged on request according to your preferences, for example, nature, fatbike, and canoeing tours. In winter, when the ice freezes, you can explore the secrets of tour skating or kick sledding across the lake on a 14 km tour skating track that runs right by our shore.

Fitness Tests & Wellness Coaching
Want to know your fitness level? At Kruunupuisto, you can test and examine your muscles and, with a bicycle ergometer test, the performance of your respiratory and circulatory systems.

Kruunupuisto Spa
What could be a more wonderful refreshment in the midst of everyday life than a pampering vacation in Finland! Kruunupuisto Spa & treatment world offers relaxing moments in the national landscape of Punkaharju, at the most beautiful spot on Lake Saimaa. Enjoy the warmth of the spa and the delightful pampering of the treatment world.

Saunas
Relax in the gentle steam by the shores of Lake Saimaa. Explore our saunas and book a suitable one for your family, friends, or meeting group. You can conveniently order sauna snacks or larger catering for sauna evenings.

Gym
Our gym is equipped with TechnoGym equipment, which is also suitable for those with mobility impairments.

Trails and Nature Paths
The stunning ridge nature of Punkaharju offers unique settings for outdoor activities, hiking, and enjoying the lake scenery in all seasons. The marked hiking trails of Punkaharju provide excellent opportunities to explore the national landscape while being active in nature.

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Accessibility
Barrier free, Car parking, WC
Distances
30 km to city
Free WiFi
Yes
LocationVaahersalontie 44 58450 Punkaharju
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Cruises from Savonlinna to Punkaharju and back on Thursdays June 27th – Aug 15th, 2025

Cruises from Savonlinna to Punkaharju and back on Thursdays June 27th – Aug 15th, 2025
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Take a cruise from Savonlinna to Punkaharju! Enjoy the wonderful lake scenery of Saimaa and relax on the way to beautiful Punkaharju. The route goes through the narrows of Virtasalmi and Bobrikov strait to Punkaharju. Stops on arrival are the Kruunupuisto pier and the Tuunaansaari pier.

Time to spend in Punkaharju: 2 hours.

Places to visit in Punkaharju:
Kruunupuisto Spa
Lusto Forest Museum
Art Mansion Johanna Oras

Cruise schedule:
11:00 a.m. Departure from Savonlinna passenger port
At 1:30 p.m. Kruunupuisto pier
At 1:40 p.m. Tuunaansaari pier

Departure back to Savonlinna
At 15:30 Kruunupuisto pier
At 15:50 Tuunaansaari pier

At 18:20 Olavinlinna Castle back pier
At 18:30 Savonlinna passenger port

m/s Katrilli
The ship has both indoor and outdoor decks to ensure a comfortable stay during the trip. During the cruise, you can buy refreshments and small savory and sweet snacks from the ship’s café. The ship is registered for 70 passengers.
The ship has a covered outer deck to protect passengers from excessive sunlight and possible rain and wind, so enjoying the scenery is pleasant despite the weather conditions. The ship’s lower deck and toilet are barrier-free. There is a café on board with alcohol rights and the possibility of dining by pre-order.

Details

Price starting
69.00 € per person
Accessibility
Barrier free, Car parking, WC
Departure
Location: Savonlinnan matkustajasatama
Free WiFi
Yes
LocationSavonlinnan Matkustajasatama 57130 Savonlinna
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Come and enjoy the ridge-like landscapes of Punkaharju and summer Saimaa on a cruise on Punkaharju!

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Come and enjoy the ridge-like landscapes of Punkaharju and summer Saimaa on a cruise on Punkaharju!

The ridge landscape of Punkaharju

The cruise leaves conveniently from either Kruunupuisto or Tuunaansaari pier. Thanks to its natural beauty, Punkaharju has been an internationally known tourist destination for over two hundred years. It is indeed one of Finland’s national landscapes, and the beautiful lake scenery is still the destination’s biggest attraction. The cruise route follows the ridges and maybe a Saimaa ringed seal will show up along the route.

The cruise has an audio guide in Finnish and English.

m/s Katrilli

The ship has indoor and outdoor decks for a comfortable stay during the trip. During the cruise, you can buy refreshments and small salty and sweet snacks from the ship’s café. The ship is registered for 70 passengers.
The ship has a covered outer deck to protect from excessive sunlight and possible rain and wind, so enjoying the scenery is pleasant despite the weather conditions. The ship’s lower deck and toilet are suitable for barrier-free movement. The ship has a cafe with serving rights and the possibility of dining by pre-order.

Details

Price starting
28.00 € per person
Accessibility
Barrier free, Car parking, WC
Departure
Location: Savonlinnan matkustajasatama
Free WiFi
Yes
LocationSavonlinnan Matkustajasatama 57130 Savonlinna
Map
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