Saimaa Archipelago Route
Saimaa Archipelago Route takes cyclists to the amazing sceneries of Lake Saimaa
What to do Hiking and nature Hiking and camping routes
Get your backpack on and head out on a hike
Does a walk in the shelter of the forest have any interest for you, or then perhaps a demanding trek at various elevations? In the Lappeenranta and Imatra region, it is possible to hike for a couple of hours in the immediate terrain or leave with a tent on a weekend trek – the choice is yours!
Excursion maps are available in the tourist offices in Lappeenranta and Imatra. South Karelia's hiking trails (hiking, walking and canoeing trails), bird towers, lean-to places, marinas and landfalls can also be found via the digital map service on the retkikartta.fi website. Trails can also be found on the South Karelian hiking portal.
Huopaisenvirta outdoor trail and lean-to
Picturesque excursion destination with a lean-to
Mikonsaari
Pleasant day trip destination
Kummakivi erratic boulder
A magnificent boulder located in Ruokolahti
Nature trail Pappilanniemi
Located approximately 4 km from the city centre of Lappeenranta
Rantaraitti
Nature trail from the Pallo neighbourhood to the Skinnarila area
Lammassaari Shore Trail
Beautiful views out over Lake Saimaa
Haukkavuori
The highest point of the South Karelia region
Salpa Line – Monument to Finnish Independence
The historic Salpa Line
Hämmäauteensuo
Swamp area with a short nature trail
Hiitolanjoki river
Splendid nature destination
Vuoksi cultural trail
Perfect for cycling and walking tours
Traces of the Ice Age – stone age man
View the prehistoric dwelling of Rovastinoja turf hut
Devil’s church cave (Pirunkirkko)
Large cave located in Torsansalo, Rautjärvi
Orrainpolku trail
Experience the magnificent view over Lake Kuolimo from Luotolahti hill
Karhusaari
Island located 1 km from the city harbour of Lappeenranta
Säänjärvi Hiking Path
Trail meandering along the roads and forests of Säänjärvi village
