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Located amidst the scenic Finnish Lakeland, the Jyväskylä Region is known for its natural assets, culture and rich sauna traditions. Its central location is ideal for enjoying the breathtakingly beautiful nature. Jyväskylä is the capital city of Alvar Aalto’s architecture and there are two UNESCO World Heritage Sites in the region. Jyväskylä, the biggest city in the region, ideally combines a lively city life with proximity to nature. Finland's capital of sports is situated on the country's second largest lake, Lake Päijänne, in the heart of the sauna region. Numerous lakes, green hills and idyllic forests invite you to stay! 

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  • Fatbiking in Isojärvi National Park.
    Fatbiking in Isojärvi National Park.
    Photo: Julia Kivelä, Visit Jyväskylä Region
  • Revontuli Resort
    Photo: Julia Kivelä, Visit Jyväskylä Region
  • Varjola Resort & Activities
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  • Etelä-Konneveden kansallispuisto. Southern Konnevesi National Park.
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National Park · Central Finland
Leivonmäki National Park
Central Finland
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Come to experience foaming rapids, majestic pine-clad ridges, unspoiled wilderness forests and ...

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Keski-Suomen luonto lumoaa monimuotoisuudellaan. Luontopolut johdattavat retkeilijän niin metsän siimekseen, korkeille harjuille, upeille näköalapaikoille kuin vesistöjen rannoillekin. Polkujen ...

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Mountain Bike · Central Finland
Häähninmäki mountain bike trails, Hankasalmi
recommended route Difficulty moderate
Distance 26.4 km
Duration 2:30 h
Ascent 169 m
Descent 141 m

Häähninmäki is a mountain biker's dream. With different levels of terrain and varying levels of difficulty, everyone can choose the trail that ...

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from Tiina Kattilamäki,   Visit Jyväskylä Region
Bike rental · Finnish Lakeland
Laajis - rental shop
Finnish Lakeland
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Laajis – Laajavuori Ski Center and Seikkailupuisto Laajavuori are located less than 4 kilometers ...

from Rinna Valjakka,   Visit Jyväskylä Region
Hiking Trail · Leivonmäki National Park
Kirveslampi route, Leivonmäki National Park
recommended route Difficulty easy
Distance 1.9 km
Duration 1:00 h
Ascent 9 m
Descent 8 m

The Kirveslampi route, which runs on forest paths and bog boardwalks, is an easy-to-walk trail, whose scenic views from the nature observation ...

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from Marjo Nevalainen,   Visit Jyväskylä Region
recommended route Difficulty T2 moderate
Distance 1 km
Duration 1:00 h
Ascent 42 m
Descent 10 m

Climb along the Oravivuori trail to admire the magnificent scenery around Päijänne and marvel at one of the UNESCO World Heritage Sites, Struve ...

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from Tiina Kattilamäki,   Visit Jyväskylä Region
Hiking Trail · Central Finland
Kanavuori Nature Trail, Jyväskylä
recommended route Difficulty moderate
Distance 2.9 km
Duration 2:00 h
Ascent 145 m
Descent 144 m

Come and experience the steep cliffs, scenic viewpoints and rich nature at Kanavuori! The nature trail is easy to reach by bus or bicycle from ...

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from Marjo Nevalainen,   Visit Jyväskylä Region
Hiking Trail · Salamajärvi National Park
Salamajärvi National Park, Pahapuro route
recommended route Difficulty moderate
Distance 6.8 km
Duration 1:39 h
Ascent 12 m
Descent 0 m

On the Pahapuro route in Salamajärvi National Park, you can enjoy the peaceful and quiet nature of Finland's southernmost wilderness area, where ...

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from Elina Lamminaho,   Visit Jyväskylä Region
Mountain Bike · Joutsa
Leivonmäki mountain biking route
recommended route Difficulty moderate
Distance 21.9 km
Duration 4:00 h
Ascent 30 m
Descent 31 m

Leivonmäki MTB route leads you to the most beautiful Central Finnish nature, where glacially shaped ridge landscapes are dotted with kettle holes, ...

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from Meri-Hilkka Mäkelä,   Visit Jyväskylä Region
Hiking Trail · Keuruu
Old Church route, Keuruu
recommended route Difficulty moderate
Distance 8.3 km
Duration 2:01 h
Ascent 28 m
Descent 28 m

Go admire Pihlajavesi's Old Church and the cultural landscapes on the Old Church route in Keuruu. The route goes through varied terrain and is ...

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National Park · Central Finland
Salamajärvi National Park
Central Finland
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Salamajärvi National Park was founded in 1982. As a water divide area and kingdom of the Finnish ...

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National Park · Central Finland
Southern Konnevesi National Park
Central Finland
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Founded in 2014, Southern Konnevesi National Park is located in Central Finland. Its highly diverse ...

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National Park · Central Finland
Pyhä-Häkki National Park
Central Finland
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Founded in 1956, Pyhä-Häkki National Park boast Southern Finland’s finest old-growth forest with ...

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Hiking Trail · Leivonmäki National Park
Harjujärvi accessible route, Leivonmäki National Park
recommended route Difficulty easy
Distance 1.3 km
Duration 1:00 h
Ascent 6 m
Descent 6 m

On the accessible route, you can enjoy beautiful lake views, pine forest, and swamp surroundings. The cooking shelter is pleasant both on sunny and ...

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from Marjo Nevalainen,   Visit Jyväskylä Region
Viewpoint · Finnish Lakeland
Matti Nykänen’s hill
Finnish Lakeland
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In Laajavuori, Jyväskylä, there is a ski jumping stadium with five ski jumps. One of these jumps is ...

from Rinna Valjakka,   Visit Jyväskylä Region
Lookout Tower · Jyväskylä
Oravivuoren näkötorni
Jyväskylä
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Puolakan mittauspiste Oravivuorella, Jyväskylän Korpilahdella, on osa Struven kolmiomittausketjua. ...

from Johannes Sipponen,   Visit Jyväskylä Region
Hiking Trail · Petäjävesi
Karhunahas, Petäjävesi
recommended route Difficulty moderate
Distance 1.3 km
Duration 0:20 h
Ascent 20 m
Descent 2 m

Karhunahas is a nationally valuable protected area characterized by beautiful canyon landscapes, flowing streams, and green moss covering the ground.

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from Tiina Kattilamäki,   Visit Jyväskylä Region
Hiking Trail · Laukaa
Metsoreitti, Laukaa
recommended route Difficulty
Distance 32.8 km
Duration 8:25 h
Ascent 294 m
Descent 332 m

The Metsoreitti in the municipality of Laukaa is a multi-use route suitable for various types of movement. The 50-kilometer route passes through ...

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from Tiina Kattilamäki,   Visit Jyväskylä Region
recommended route Difficulty easy
Distance 2.4 km
Duration 0:35 h
Ascent 3 m
Descent 7 m

The Keskisenlampi path is a favorite among bird enthusiasts. There is also a birdwatching tower on the site where you can observe the lively life ...

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from Tiina Kattilamäki,   Visit Jyväskylä Region
Hiking Trail · Uurainen
Huutoniemi Lichen Trail, Uurainen
recommended route Difficulty easy
Distance 1.7 km
Duration 0:25 h
Ascent 1 m
Descent 1 m

Explore different species of lichens on the Huutoniemi Lichen Trail in Uurainen. This handy short route is suitable as a hiking destination for the ...

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from Tiina Kattilamäki,   Visit Jyväskylä Region
recommended route Difficulty moderate
Distance 7.5 km
Duration 4:00 h
Ascent 9 m
Descent 8 m

About a 4-hour paddling trip on the clear waters of the South Konnevesi National Park leads through lake basins and islands to the scenic lean-to ...

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from Upe Nykänen,   Visit Jyväskylä Region
Kayak · Central Finland
Wanha Witonen paddling route
recommended route Difficulty
Distance 69.4 km
Duration 11:35 h
Ascent 17 m
Descent 42 m

On a paddling trip in the heart of Central Finland, from Petäjävesi to Jämsä, atmospheric rivers and shimmering lakes alternate with occasionally ...

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from Upe Nykänen,   Visit Jyväskylä Region
Hiking Trail · Central Finland
Vaarunvuoret nature trail
recommended route Difficulty moderate
Distance 4.3 km
Duration 1:30 h
Ascent 23 m
Descent 22 m

The highlight of the nature trail winding through the pine heath and spruce forests of the dramatic Vaarunvuoret cliffs is the stunning view of ...

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from Upe Nykänen,   Visit Jyväskylä Region
Hiking Trail · Äänekoski
The Singing Mörö Trail, Äänekoski
recommended route Difficulty moderate
Distance 11.9 km
Duration 3:00 h
Ascent 71 m
Descent 103 m

The Singing Mörö Trail winds through the beautiful landscapes of Central Finland. Head up to the Laulumäki lookout point to admire the beautiful ...

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from Tiina Kattilamäki,   Visit Jyväskylä Region
recommended route Difficulty easy
Distance 10.8 km
Duration 3:00 h
Ascent 0 m
Descent 1 m

The kayaking route around the centre of Keuruu offers a great day trip destination in Jyväskylä Region. Approximately 10-kilometre circular route ...

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from Kaisa Malin,   Visit Jyväskylä Region
Hotel · Finnish Lakeland
Varjola
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Varjola is an atmospheric countryside destination located in Lakeland, only half an hour from Jyväskylä and 20 minutes from Jyväskylä airport. Locally ...

from Tuomas Paloniemi,   Visit Jyväskylä Region
Hiking Trail · Leivonmäki National Park
Luupää route, Leivonmäki National Park
recommended route Difficulty
Distance 2.2 km
Duration 0:33 h
Ascent 10 m
Descent 10 m

The Luupää route, charming with its ridge, mire, and lake scenery, showcases the geology of Leivonmäki National Park. The nature trail is crowned ...

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Wellness center · Finnish Lakeland
KalajaRetkeily
Finnish Lakeland
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KalajaRetkeilystä voit vuokrata kajakkeja, kanootteja ja muita retkeilyvarusteita, osallistua ...

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Petrol Station · Finnish Lakeland
Leivonmäen Teboil
Finnish Lakeland
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Teboil Leivonmäki sijaitsee 4-tien varrella. Tarjoamme maistuvan lounasruoan viikon jokaisena ...

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Wellness center · Finnish Lakeland
Metsäkylpy Suomi
Finnish Lakeland
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Metsäkylpy Suomi tarjoaa mm. metsäkylpyretkiä, luolaretkiä, opastettuja peruspatikoita, ...

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Wellness center · Finnish Lakeland
Wilderness & Nature Services HyvänTähen
Finnish Lakeland
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HyvänTähen is located in Lakeland – Jyväskylä region. We offer guided nature and paddling excursions ...

from Upe Nykänen,   Visit Jyväskylä Region
Recycling Center · Finnish Lakeland
Pajakirppis
Finnish Lakeland
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Konneveden Työpajan yhteydessä toimii Pajakirppis, jossa myydään vaatteita, huonekaluja, astioita, ...

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Wellness center · Finnish Lakeland
Hiking Travel, Hit
Finnish Lakeland
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Vuokraamme kanootteja, kajakkeja, sup-lautoja, fatbikejä ja monia muita välineitä Tampereella, myös ...

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Kayak · Äänekoski
Lower Kailene Ahmaisu 45 km
recommended route Difficulty moderate
Distance 36.8 km
Duration 8:45 h
Ascent 2 m
Descent 1 m

Spend more time on the water and devour the Lower Soup in 2-3 days! This kayaking route is for you if you already have experience of kayaking - or ...

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Hotel · Finnish Lakeland
Revontuli Resort
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In Revontuli Resort you may choose your accommodation from standard hotel rooms, traditional holiday cabins and luxury glass igloos with a lake view.

from Tuomas Paloniemi,   Visit Jyväskylä Region
Hiking Trail · Pyhä-Häkin kansallispuisto
Pyhä-Häkki National Park, Kotajärvi trail
recommended route Difficulty easy
Distance 6.3 km
Duration 2:00 h
Ascent 21 m
Descent 27 m

On the Kotajärvi trail in Pyhä-Häkki National Park, hikers can experience one of southern Finland's finest primeval forests, with the oldest trees ...

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Holiday flat · Finnish Lakeland
Himos Holiday Ltd
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Himos Holiday Ltd, a central booking company for cottages and activities in Himos ski-resort. Family owned company offers accommodation from cottages ...

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Long Distance Cycling · Finland
Lakeland by Cycle: Hitonhauta Gravel Route
recommended route Difficulty moderate
Distance 348.6 km
Duration 25:20 h
Ascent 1,737 m
Descent 1,778 m

The Hitonhauta Gravel Route is a 349 km gravel-dominated circular route in the heart of Central Finland. It connects the populated areas of ...

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from Janne Paananen,   Visit Jyväskylä Region
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Olitpa sitten kaupunkipyöräilijä, maastopyöräilijä tai gravel-pyöräilijä, Keski-Suomi tarjoaa monipuolisia reittejä ja mahdollisuuksia. Jyväskylän kompaktissa keskustassa liikkuminen on vaivatonta ...

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Lakeland by Cycle Bikepacking Routes combines the nature sites, sights, and services of the geographically and historically interesting Lakeland Finland via the best gravel and forest roads in the ...

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Meloen Keski-Suomen upea järviluonto näyttäytyy erilaisesta perspektiivistä kuin rannalta katsoen. Järvien täplittämällä seudulla vaihtoehtoisia melontareittejä on monen tasoisille melojille. Hienoja ...

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Mountain Bike · Äänekoski
Äänemäki mountain biking trails
recommended route Difficulty moderate
Distance 10 km
Duration 1:05 h
Ascent 103 m
Descent 103 m

The Äänemäki mountain biking trail network offers routes for mountain bikers of all skill levels. There are easy, challenging, and difficult ...

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from Tiina Kattilamäki,   Visit Jyväskylä Region
Mountain Bike · Jyväskylä
Legends' Loop 11.6 km
recommended route Difficulty moderate
Distance 11.3 km
Duration 1:25 h
Ascent 212 m
Descent 212 m

The Legends' Loop (11.6 km) is a circular route located in the Laajavuori outdoor area suitable for running, mountain biking (MTB), and hiking.

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from Rinna Valjakka,   Visit Jyväskylä Region
Water trails · Central Finland
Myllyselkä kayaking tour 12km
recommended route Difficulty difficult
Distance 12.3 km
Duration 2:55 h
Ascent 1 m
Descent 1 m

The Myllyselkä paddling tour is a self-paddling day trip of about 12 kilometres through the beautiful lake scenery of Äänekoski. The Myllyselkä ...

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Kayak · Central Finland
Konnevesi-Laukaa Canoe Trail
recommended route Difficulty
Distance 60 km
Duration 48:00 h
Ascent 24 m
Descent 33 m

The canoe trail begins from the waters of Southern Konnevesi National Park and takes you via lakes, rivers and rapids to Laukaa where you can ...

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from Upe Nykänen,   Visit Jyväskylä Region
from €69.00

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Our guests often tell us that, until they tried it, they never realised just how different and amazing fatbiking is. They might look big and bulky, ...

Provider:  Versona | Source:  Visit Jyväskylä Region
Canoeing · Finnish Lakeland
Overnight canoe tour in a National Park
from €290.00

2 Days
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The two-day tour introduces our guests to the magnificence of the arctic summer nights. The tour aims to Southern Konnevesi, Isojärvi or Leivonmäki ...

Provider:  Tavinsulka | Source:  Visit Jyväskylä Region
Gravel Bike · Central Finland
Lake Keitele Gravel Route 129 km
recommended route Difficulty difficult
Distance 126.6 km
Duration 31:05 h
Ascent 674 m
Descent 730 m

Lake Keitele gravel offers a nice day trip for slightly more demanding tastes or alternatively a two-day bike trip to enjoy the nature and the ...

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Hotel · Finnish Lakeland
Peurunka Oy
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from Upe Nykänen,   Visit Jyväskylä Region
Mountain Bike · Central Finland
Kulonpalonmäki route 15.6 km
recommended route Difficulty moderate
Distance 14.7 km
Duration 1:25 h
Ascent 103 m
Descent 103 m

Kulonpalonmäki route (15.6 km) is a circular trail suitable for hiking, jogging, and mountain biking (MTB). The route is part of the larger ...

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