Towards a great Saimaa adventure
The most memorable cycling routes in the Saimaa region
Go on an unforgettable bike trip to the landscapes of the Saimaa archipelago! The Saimaa region offers diverse cycling routes, stunning scenery, rest stops, saunas and quality accommodation for cyclists. The routes also offer picnic spots, raft crossings and lots to see and do - the perfect combination of nature and local life.
Accommodation recommendations for cyclists
- Sahanlahti Resort
Accommodation, bike rental and dining experiences along the island route.
sahanlahtiresort.fi - Forest Therapy Centre, Ruokolahti, Finland
Ecological accommodation on Huuhaanranta in KOLO-möki on a sandy beach.
metsaterapiakeskus.fi - Wirran Wietävä, Heinävesi
Accommodation in the beautiful village of Kema along the Heinävesi route.
visitsavonlinna.fi - Onnela sheep farm, Äitsaari
Sympathetic accommodation for cyclists among animals.
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Sahanlahti Resort - An oasis in the middle of Lake Saimaa
Puumala, Saimaa
Meeting and restaurant space for 20-100 people. Meeting equipment: data projector, screen and flipchart.
Several types of accommodation, hotel rooms and cottages of different levels
Restaurant, café, restaurant on request and beach bar
Services for cyclists and bike rental
Several saunas and hot tubs
Located in Puumala, in the middle of the most beautiful Saimaa.
Popular cycling routes in the Saimaa region
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Saimaa island route
A classic route from Puumala, passing through the archipelago via bridges and castles.
visitpuumala.fi -
Norppa Trail
A cycling route on the Saimaa, including stops and transitions.
sahanlahtiresort.fi -
The Heinävesi route
Can be combined with a boat trip - a great combination of scenic cycling and cruising.
visitsavonlinna.fi -
Pielinen round - Koli
A route through the stunning scenery of Koli.
visitkarelia.fi -
Bridges and Castles route on the Saimaa
Route description and experiences in blog form.
travelamissamilloinkin.com -
Saimaa Cycling collection routes
Compiled route options around the Saimaa region.
saimaacycling.fi -
Route search on map
Find routes and breakpoints on the map.
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Downloadable guides and further reading
- Visit Taipalsaari
Cycling guide to the Saimaa island route (PDF).
visitpalsaari.fi - Bridges and castles blog post
An inspiring cycling experience blog from the Saimaa route.
travelamissamilloinkin.com - Saimaa Cycling -portal route collections
saimaacycling.fi - Route and destination search in South Karelia
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