Best holidays in the Saimaa region
LAKE SAIMAA - EXPERIENCE A WONDERFUL HOLIDAY IN FINLAND
Lake Saimaa is a beautiful destination in Finland and it will definitely take your breath away. The tourist information offices will be happy to help you to get the most out of your holiday. Lappeenranta and Imatra region is located a couple of hours away from the Finnish capital Helsinki. From Helsinki you can easily get here by train, bus or car within just a few hours. Public transport is an easy and affordable way of travelling in Finland.
Direct flights with Ryanair from Milan Bergamo are available to Lappeenranta Airport. Finnlines operates daily from Travemünde Germany to Helsinki.
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Lake Saimaa - natural wonders of Lappeenranta and Imatra region
Welcome to the lake Saimaa and Lappeenranta - Imatra region where you can discover the most stunning scenery in the heart of the Lake Saimaa area. There is a lot to experience around the year! For a perfect day in the great outdoors enjoy the sunshine and go swimming in the lake, or taste the local specialities sold at the market places and gourmet restaurants.
In winter you can go ice fishing, cross country skiing or ice skating on the frozen-over lake. In the summer season you can marvel the beautiful view of Lake Saimaa during a cruise or take part in one of the many guided tours.
The leisure pools and relaxing, pampering treatments available at our spas add a little luxury to your holiday. The spas are open all year around. You can choose to stay in a high standard spa or city centre hotel, or else in a lakeside villa or holiday home, enjoying the luxury of peace and quiet.
Most places have their own stories to tell about the history of different periods from the time of the Ice age to the beginning of modern wood-processing industry.
SIGHTSEEING
EAT AND DRINK
Talvi
Kesä
Syksy
Kevät
RECOMMENDED
Lakeland Experiences sales channel
From €20/person
e-Fatbikes for rent!
From €40/3h
Autumn holidays on Lake Saimaa
Welcome to Lappeenranta and Imatra region to spend your autumn holidays.
Romantic holiday for 2 at Imatran Kylpylä Spa
From €121/person/night
Fly to Lappeenranta with Ryanair
Direct flights from Italy, Bergamo.
Shopping in IsoKristiina
Diverse shopping centre
Holiday apartment in Holiday Club Saimaan Rauha
From €139/day/min. 2 days
Winter holidays on Lake Saimaa
Unforgettable holidays in the Lappeenranta and Imatra region
Spa holiday on Lake Saimaa
Come spend the best spa holiday in Saimaa region!
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Oh, these bright spring colors 🌿🩵🌸 — finally the trees are turning green and the days are getting longer ☀️🌿
Lappeenranta today 🤗
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Just a friendly reminder that summer is on its way 😉☀️ and this is what it feels like in the Lappeenranta and Imatra region by Lake Saimaa 🩵🌿
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Happy Mother’s Day from Lappeenranta 🌸🩷
Did you know we have our own Kirsikkapuisto (Cherry Park) in Lappeenranta? 😉 Planted in 2020–2021, this beautiful park in the Lappeenranta Arboretum is home to around 400 cherry trees – most of them kindly donated by local residents. 🌳
And guess what? The cherry blossoms are just starting to bloom 🤗 🌸✨
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Happy 1st of May from Lappeenranta or Hyvää Vappua 🌿🥳
In Finland, May Day means Vappu — a joyful explosion of colour, music, and tradition 🎉 It’s when we say goodbye to winter and welcome spring with open arms (and picnic blankets 😉).
Students in bright overalls fill the streets, balloons float above city parks, and tables overflow with munkki (doughnuts), tippaleipä, and homemade sima, a sweet lemony mead 🍩🥂 Whether at a buzzing park picnic or a festive brunch, Vappu is all about community, laughter, and a fresh start 🌿
Rooted in both student life and labor history, Vappu celebrates equality, togetherness — and the pure joy of warmer days ahead 🤗
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Wishing you a beautiful and peaceful Easter from the shores of Lake Saimaa 🌿🩵
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Where winter meets spring 🌿🩵😉
After a little "takatalvi" (our word for a surprise comeback of winter) several days ago, the ice is melting, and spring is finally winning ☀️
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What if your next adventure took you deep into ancient landscapes shaped by ice, water, nature, and time? 😉 Welcome to Finland – and to the Saimaa and Salpausselkä UNESCO Global Geoparks, where serene lakes, dramatic ridges, and rich cultural heritage come together in a six-day journey through the heart of the Finnish Lakeland 🌿🩵This inspiring itinerary invites you to discover the magic of two of Finland’s most fascinating regions. From scenic trails and geological wonders to charming local traditions, each day offers something new – and uniquely yours. Whether you`re eager to explore, slow down, or a bit of both, this flexible trip lets you experience it your way 🤗 Discover more at https://saimaageopark.fi/wp-content/uploads/Kiertomatkatuote-EN-1-1.pdf
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Winter is letting go ☀️ The ice on the Lake Saimaa is starting to melt, and soon those calm, mirror - like reflections will be back 🩵🌿
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For the eighth year in a row, Finland has been named the happiest country in the world by the United Nations 🩵🇫🇮 But what’s our secret to happiness? 🤗
We believe it’s the simple joys of life—a deep connection with nature year-round 🌿🩵, a commitment to sustainability, and, of course, delicious local food 🫐 And, of course, the sauna 😉 More than just a place to warm up, it’s a cherished ritual of relaxation and renewal, where stress melts away, the mind clears, and a sense of well-being takes over. Whether it’s a peaceful lakeside sauna followed by a dip in crystal-clear lake water, a cozy city retreat, or even an invigorating winter plunge, this tradition is at the heart of Finnish happiness.🌿
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