Delight in the lakeside landscape of Central Finland
The lake and other outdoor surroundings create an inviting atmosphere in Central Finland. Renowned for its skiing, snowboarding and ice skating, this city welcomes all visitors. Whether you're planning a family holiday, a trip with friends or a romantic retreat, HomeAway has a great selection of holiday homes. Many rentals come with a full kitchen and separate dining area, perfect if you need a space for entertaining.
Activities and attractions in and around Central Finland
Are you hoping to discover things to do while you're in town? Venture out of your cosy holiday rental and check out everything that makes Central Finland a fun spot to go on holiday. Here are some of the major attractions to explore, all within 30 miles (48.2 km) of the city centre:
- Laajis Ski Resort (1.9 mi / 3.1 km)
- Muurame Golf (6.3 mi / 10.1 km)
- Nokkakivi Amusement Park (12.7 mi / 20.4 km)
- Laukaan Peurunkagolf (14 mi / 22.6 km)
- Himos Golf (28.3 mi / 45.6 km)
- Jyvas Golf (2 mi / 3.2 km)
Exploring the natural features in Central Finland
Whether you're looking for exciting outdoor activities or just want to take in the scenery, Central Finland is a great place to get outside. These are a few of the area's most stunning sights, all within 30 miles (48.2 km) of the city centre:
- Peurunka Lake (15 mi / 24.1 km)
- Leivonmäki National Park (24.2 mi / 39 km)
- Lutakon uimaranta (0.6 mi / 1 km)
- Kuivaniemen Nature Reserve (2.4 mi / 3.8 km)
- Kaakkolammen uimaranta (3.2 mi / 5.1 km)
- Haapaniemen uimaranta (3.4 mi / 5.5 km)
Travelling to and around Central Finland
The nearest airport is in Jyvaskyla (JYV), located 11.5 mi (18.6 km) from the city centre.
If you prefer to travel by train, Jyvaskyla Station, Jämsä Station and Haapamäki Station are the main stations in the city.