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Road trip Finland – endless expanses

Helsinki – Glittering Pearl on the Gulf of Finland

Want to get a taste of city air in Finland first? There are over 600,000 inhabitants in the city of Helsinki, so it’s huge by Finnish standards. And it is bursting with vitality. You might start your tour at the South Harbour. This is where the market is located, and especially in the early hours of the morning, the hustle and bustle of the merchants is infectious. Not far from here, the Uspenski Cathedral is worth a visit. In this church it becomes clear how close the connection between Finland and Russia used to be. It was designed in the Russian-Byzantine style by architect Alexei Gornostaev and consecrated in 1868. The magnificence of the church will leave you spellbound.

The Art Nouveau period comes alive in Luotsikatu street. Just stroll and admire the magnificent facades of the houses. A visit to Senate Square will round off your city stroll. It is considered a classicist jewel. For many it is one of the most beautiful squares in the world. Sit down in a café and soak up the atmosphere. Afterwards, you can simply stroll around the city for a while. If you get hungry, we recommend that you stop off at the Savoy Restaurant. The restaurant has been around since 1937 and impresses with its classic design and authentic cuisine.

A spectacular sea journey

The next day you set off for Lake Paijänne. Here a spectacular boat trip awaits you. The Great Voyage on Finland’s second largest lake takes over ten hours. The tour will be interrupted again and again and you will have the opportunity to disembark and explore the villages. The best food is also provided in the on-board restaurant.

Let’s go with the canoe

If you enjoyed Pajjänne, you should continue on to Mikkeli. Here you can go on extensive canoe trips on the Saimaa. Lake Saimaa is the largest lake in Finland and consists of many sub-lakes. To avoid getting lost in this labyrinth, it is recommended to book a group tour.

Always remember. In Finland, there is a lot of nature and few people. If you get lost or canoe here, it may be a long time before you come across any sign of civilization again.

Big fun for little kids

Back in Mikkeli, you can then visit Visulahti. Especially children love this water park with dinosaur exhibition and wax museum. While the little ones are busy, the grown-ups can sit down in a café and plan the next stops on their Road Trip Finland.