Our luxurious villa is a popular choice for small family celebrations and business occasions. The villa’s nostalgically renovated rooms and the nearby crystal clear Lake Pihlajavesi create an unforgettable atmosphere. This executive-level facility is just 400 meters away from the hotel and restaurant, so both privacy and services are guaranteed. There are 12 rooms, a meeting room and a sauna in the villa.
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Naaranlahti – Boat rental
You can rent a motorboat and experience the lake nature, go on an island excursion, or fishing. It’s worth going to Puruvesi just to enjoy the clear-water lake and fresh air. Kerimäki is also an excellent destination for excursions by water.
There are motorboats available for rent from 5 hp up to 60 hp. Rowboats as well as kayaks and canoes are also available for rent.
Rental boats;
15 hp four-stroke engine, steering wheel
20 hp 4-strokemotor trimm, with a wheel
40 hp with a wheel and trim
50 hp Yamarin 47 TC, 60 hp Yamarin 53 CC
Ask boat trips, canoes, kayaks and smaller motorboats (4-5 hp)!
Cruises from Savonlinna to Punkaharju and back on Thursdays June 27th – Aug 15th, 2025
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.
Come and enjoy the ridge-like landscapes of Punkaharju and summer Saimaa on a cruise on Punkaharju!
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.
Take a cruise from Punkaharju to Savonlinna! Cruises from Punkaharju to Savonlinna on Thursdays 27.6. – 15.8.2024
Take a cruise from Punkaharju to Savonlinna! Combine the cruise with an opera or a dinner in a restaurant in Savonlinna.
Enjoy the wonderful lake scenery of Saimaa and relax on the way to beautiful Savonlinna. The route goes through the narrows of Virtasalmi and Bobrikov strait to Savonlinna. Stops on arrival are Olavinlinna’s pier and Savonlinna’s passenger port.
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.
Cruise to Järvisydän
Take a spa cruise across Lake Saimaa to the Järvisydän Hotel through the beautiful Lake Saimaa archipelago which is also the home of the highly endangered Saimaa Ringed Seal.
Go and relax in the unique Lake Spa and you’ll still have plenty of time to enjoy a great meal.
You can return to Savonlinna by bus.
Take a cruise to Punkaharju! Cruises from Savonlinna to Punkaharju on Thursdays 20.6. – 15.8.2024
Get on the ship and go on an adventure from Savonlinna to Punkaharju!
Experience the magic of Saimaa’s wonderful lake landscapes and let yourself relax on your way to the fairytale-like beauty of Punkaharju. Your journey will take you through the winding narrows of Virtasalmi and the mysterious Bobrikov Strait towards Punkaharju. Lovely stops await you at Kruunupuisto pier and Tuunaansaari pier.
And best of all, you can complete your cruise experience with a pampering spa visit in Kruunupuisto.
This adventure combines unforgettable Waterscapes and relaxing moments at the spa – the perfect package for an unforgettable day on the waters!
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
Naaranlahti – Bicycle rental
Sense The Forest
Lusto – The Finnish Forest Museum is a destination for the entire family. It’s a place that brings back memories and creates new experiences. The national museum responsible for forest culture is located in Punkaharju, in the most beautiful landscape of ridges and lakes in eastern Finland. Lusto’s exhibitions and events provide a diverse and illustrative insight into the significance of forests in the life of Finns. Lusto is sure to appeal to visitors of all ages!
Special Exhibitions
Curly birch – the tree pressed by the devil. This exhibition explores the history, significance and future of Finland’s most valuable wood.
Lusto is easy to visit by car, bus or train. The Lusto train stop is only about 100 meters from Lusto’s entrance.
Punkaharju tourist information serves you in Lusto.
Details
- Availability
- Open all year round. Check exceptions in opening hours https://lusto.fi/
- Accessibility
- Barrier free, Car parking, WC
- Guided tours
- Tours are given in Finnish, English and Russian.
Available: In Finnish, In English, In Russian
- Distances
- 30 km to city
- Free WiFi
- Yes
Winter Swimming and sauna in Punkaharju
Dip to cold lake Saimaa! Winter swimming is greatly refreshing experience, with sauna. Head to swimming with sauna, which we heat 3-7 times a week from November to end of April. Dressing rooms and swimming is though available every day, sauna on mentioned hours.
Winter swimming area and sauna is in our shore, 100m from reception. Separate dressing rooms, showers and toilets for men and women. Sauna is mixed (for 10 persons), swimsuit must be weared.
SAUNA-TIMES 2024-2025
NOVEMBER-DECEMBER (until 22.12.)
Friday 15-18
Saturday 12-18
Sunday 12-17
23.12.-5.1.2025 sauna is heated every day except 25.12., when we are closed.
JANUARY
Friday 14-18
Saturday 12-18
Sunday 12-17
From early February, sauna is heated 5 times a week (wednesday-sunday). On weeks 8-10, heated every day.
PRICES
Price 9€/time, paid to cafe-restaurant. Children under 14-years for free with adults.
Towels can be rented from cafe-restaurant.
Private sauna and cold swimming:
Price 60€/1h
Available on dates and times when in not public use + sun-thursday 17.15-18.15 and friday-saturday 18.15-19.15.