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Experiences
The untouched nature and clear waters of the borderlands provide a wonderful setting for unforgettable experiences. Here you can enjoy a variety of recreational opportunities in your own peace, far from traffic jams and the hustle and bustle of everyday life.
On this page you will find the best nature experiences in South Karelia and a variety of activities for every taste. Whether you are looking for fast-paced mountain biking, peaceful hiking, bird watching or a guided fishing trip on Lake Saimaa, we have a suitable program for families with children, couples and larger groups. Explore the offerings and plan your own adventure!
Photos: Markku "Marsa" Anttonen
Kumma stone
Kemppila Mill Rapids
Birdwatching
Ridges' trails
Kitee Animal Park
Finnish Forest Museum Lusto
Huuhanranta
Geocaching
Frisbee golf
Berry and mushroom picking
Shooting sports
Aate-Pekka's path
Hawk Mountain
The path of the troll
Kumma stone
Kemppila Mill Rapids
Birdwatching
Ridges' trails
Kitee Animal Park
Finnish Forest Museum Lusto
Huuhanranta
Geocaching
Frisbee golf
Berry and mushroom picking
Shooting sports
Aate-Pekka's path
Hawk Mountain
The path of the troll
Kumma stone
Kemppila Mill Rapids
Birdwatching
Ridges' trails
Kitee Animal Park
Finnish Forest Museum Lusto
Huuhanranta
Geocaching
Frisbee golf
Berry and mushroom picking
Shooting sports
Aate-Pekka's path
Hawk Mountain
The path of the troll
Canoeing
In the borderlands, you will find countless lakes, rivers and routes where you can go canoeing. For example, in Ruokolahti you can explore the lake scenery on a 110-kilometer-long route. Read more about canoeing in the links below.
Photo: Markku "Marsa" Anttonen
Birdwatching
Parikkala
Did you know that Parikkala, located in Rajamai, is one of the most species-rich bird areas in Central Finland? It is therefore a great place for birdwatching. Parikkala has nationally renowned birdwatching areas, the most famous of which is certainly Siikalahti. So all you have to do is get your binoculars and cameras ready and go birdwatching!
Photo: Markku "Marsa" Anttonen
Cycling
Cycling is also a fun summer activity! In the borderlands, you can cycle to your heart's content. For example, the Iron Curtain Trail from Parikkala to Ruokolahti takes you through several places worth seeing! Read more at the links below:
Photo: Markku "Marsa" Anttonen
Beaches
One of the best things to do in summer is definitely swimming, and there are plenty of beaches in Rajamai! Check out the beach offerings in different municipalities below:
Photo: Markku "Marsa" Anttonen
Huuhanranta
Ruokolahti
Huuhanranta is also known as the "Saimaa Riviera", as it is one of the longest open sandy beaches on Lake Saimaa. In addition to a car, you can also reach the beach by canoe. At Huuhanranta you will find various campfire sites and, for example, a barbecue shelter, where you can grill sausages on beautiful summer days.
Photo: Arto Apila / South Karelia Recreation Area Foundation
Geocaching
Geocaching is a fun way to get out in nature, even with the whole family! Even the youngest members of the family will be excited about this kind of treasure hunt in the heart of nature!
Photo: Markku "Marsa" Anttonen
Lean-tos
Along the nature trails, you can sit down and rest your feet or even fry a sausage in one of the many lean-tos found in Rajamai. There are dozens of lean-tos along the trails, so you're sure to find a good place to catch your breath and enjoy nature!
Photo: Markku "Marsa" Anttonen
Frisbee golf
You can play Frisbee golf in several different locations. You can find courses in Simpele, Parikkala and Ruokolahti, for example. Check out these links below:
Photo: Markku "Marsa" Anttonen
Berry and mushroom picking
The national autumn hobby of Finns is berry picking and mushroom picking. The same goes for us in Rajamai, where you can pick berries and mushroom as much as you like. However, remember the rights of everyman so that the peace of the cottage is not broken!
Photo: Markku "Marsa" Anttonen
Shooting sports
Simple
Simpeleen Hahlo ry is a shooting sports club operating in Rajamai. The club organizes various introductory events where you can safely try out shooting sports. The events are good for stag parties, groups of friends and company or association tyky/tyhy days.
Bowling
Simple
Feel like knocking down pins? There is a small, 2-lane bowling alley in Simpele, run by the Simpeleen Keilaajat ry. There really is no end to the fun in Rajamai!
Skiing
There is heaps of snow in the borderlands in winter! Of course, that means that there are ski trails of any length! So put on your boots, put on your skis and hit the slopes!
Photo: Markku "Marsa" Anttonen