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TOP 10 REASONS
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TOP 10 REASONS
Why travel to Lappeenranta: Find out the top 10 reasons to visit
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A SNEAK PEAK
A SNEAK PEAK
A SNEAK PEAK
A Sneak Peek into Lappeenranta
- Lappeenranta is a beautiful holiday destination in South Karelia.
- Lappeenranta, located on the shores of Lake Saimaa, Finland's biggest lake, has seen significant changes in fortune.
- The 17th-century Cavalry City,' formerly known for its scarlet-clad garrison, was a bustling commercial port on the frontier of the Swedish empire.
- It was taken over by the Russians in 1743 and became an elite spa town for the following 68 years.
- Most of the town was destroyed during the Winter and Continuation Wars, but the enormous fortification and spa survived.
- The 43-kilometre Saimaa Canal, which connects Lappeenranta to the Gulf of Finland, is still owned by Russia.
- Popular day excursions go via its eight locks and over the Russian border, and it is now 'leased' to Finland until 2063.
- The Lappeenranta holiday travel guide will provide you with all of the fascinating aspects of Lappeenranta to organise the cheapest holiday possible.
- Capital: City in Finland
- International Airport: Lappeenranta Airport
- Population: 72,591
- Currency: Euro
- Time: GMT+2
- Driving side: right
- Main Electricity: 230v-50hz
- Official Language: Finnish and Swedish
- Religion: Christian
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HIGHLIGHTS
HIGHLIGHTS
HIGHLIGHTS
Top Tourist Attractions in Lappeenranta
- Kristiinankatu Street's cobblestones lead you to the museums' treasures and a top holiday destination to travel to.
- With a covered outdoor theatre near the main gate of the old town, the summer theatre highlights the day; in addition to performances, people enjoy folk dance and sing-a-longs there.
- Even if tar barrels are no longer rolled towards Lake Saimaa and maids are no longer escorted up Vesiportinkuja Alley with water buckets, you may still drink water and walk to the top of the fortress to watch the ships glide into the harbour.
- Nature enthusiasts may explore the renovated fortress in search of rare flora. At the same time, those seeking calm can find it in the oldest Orthodox Church in Finland or take a walk in the Old Park, often known as the Pusupuisto - the Kissing Park.
- Lappeenranta Harbour marks the beginning of Finland's biggest lake. Lake Saimaa can be seen from the deck of the famed tarred riverboat Prinsessa Armaada, which is docked in Harbour Square.
- Lappeenranta has the most excellent fast food in Finland. You may sample the hearty traditional dish, which has been served for over 40 years, in the Market or Harbour Square.
- For over a decade, an enormous sandcastle in Finland has been erected at the end of Linnoitusniemi Cape. The famous attraction is open from early June through the end of August.
- The new City Theatre in Lappeenranta is situated on the top level of the IsoKristiina retail centre in the city centre to feel the best and cheap shopping experience at Lappeenranta.
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SEASONS TO TRAVEL
SEASONS TO TRAVEL
SEASONS TO TRAVEL
Best Months to Visit Lappeenranta
- Lappeenranta has a wide range of average temperatures. When humidity is included, temperatures feel chilly for approximately half of the year and pleasant for the other half, with a reasonable possibility of precipitation for about half of the year.
- Compared to tourist spots throughout the globe, the location is less temperate than those in the 32nd percentile for nice weather.
- If you're seeking the hottest months to travel to Lappeenranta, the hottest months are July, August, and then June. After that, the warmest time of year in Lappeenranta is usually in late July.
- If you're looking for dry weather in Lappeenranta, the months with the lowest risk of significant precipitation are March, February, and May.
- February has the lowest likelihood of rain or snow. In mid-to late-September, on the other hand, it's most likely to rain or snow.
- According to weather stations, large quantities of snow are expected to fall in Lappeenranta during April, particularly at the beginning of April. Around Lappeenranta, the best time to ski is usually in December.
- In Lappeenranta, the wind usually is calm. December is the windiest month, followed by January and March.
- June, July, and August are the best times to travel to Lappeenranta for a holiday because of the pleasant weather.
- Overall, July and August are the hottest months on average. January and February are the coldest months of the year, and June to December are the wettest months.
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WORTH A VISIT
WORTH A VISIT
WORTH A VISIT
The Best Places to Visit in Lappeenranta
Linnoitus
- This enormous hilltop stronghold, which stands sentinel over the port, was built by the Swedes in the late 18th century and completed by the Russians.
- It now has galleries, artisan studios, and intriguing museums, such as the South Karelian and Cavalry Muse, focusing on local history. The Lappeenranta Art Museum, which focuses on contemporary art, can be experienced on holiday.
- Its Orthodox Church, Finland's oldest, was finished by Russian forces in 1785.
Cavalry Museum
- The cavalry is revered as Lappeenranta's greatest heroes. The former garrison at the Linnoitus castle, erected in 1772, recalls how this band of red-trousered warriors started as the best-mounted troops in the Russian Empire and rose to become Finland's national heroes throughout the 1920s and 1930s.
- The skeleton coats, weaponry, and castrating instruments provide a brief but fascinating insight into that gone civilisation.
- It's slated to reopen in early 2018 after renovations with a more exciting experience.
Lappee Church
- The charming wooden Lappee Church is one of the holiday travellers' hot picks, erected in 1794 with a unique 'double cruciform' floor design, the only one of its type in Finland. It is located diagonally across the park from its bell tower.
- The cemetery, located south of the cathedral, contains a dynamic war monument and sorrowful cubist and modernist sculptures honouring Finns. During the Winter and Continuation Wars, they died.
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DISCOVER MORE
DISCOVER MORE
DISCOVER MORE
Lappeenranta Off the Beaten Track
- Imatra is Lappeenranta's neighbour, known for its excellent rapids, the lovely Valtionhotelli Hotel, and motorcycle races.
- The Taipalsaari region, with its summer cottages and gorgeous archipelago, is widely renowned for its lamb and traditional delicacy särä.
- Using the Saimaa Canal, you may reach Vyborg, a historic cruise destination on the Russian border. You may also go by rail from Lappeenranta to Vyborg or St. Petersburg.
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CULTURE & TRADITIONS
CULTURE & TRADITIONS
CULTURE & TRADITIONS
Lappeenranta Culture and Traditions
- Lappeenranta's attraction is based on its culture. The city's professional art academies, the City Orchestra, the City Theatre, art and cultural heritage museums, and the provincial library, which contains multiple libraries, are the primary sources of this attractiveness.
- The city's numerous visual artists, designers, handicraft artisans, authors, singers, and other professional artists may inspire.
- Hundreds of events are held each year in the 691-seat music and conference hall at City Hall.
- The Lappeenranta National Singing Contest, the Lappeenranta Ballet Gala, the Night of the Fortress, and the Ja Kitara Soi classical guitar festival help connect Lappeenranta with the rest of the world.
- Metku, a children's cultural centre, encourages children and teenagers to engage in cultural activities.
- It organises art workshops and activities and brings children from throughout the region to sing in a choir of roughly a thousand youngsters in Lappeenranta.
- Primary art education is given in music, drama, visual arts, dance, circus, and handicrafts for children and young people.
- Any summer in Lappeenranta has a visible and audible component of culture. Singing and music may be heard in the harbour and markets, plays are presented in the fortress's open-air summer theatre, and art meets the countryside in the city at the Gallery Pihatto.
- Many amateur choirs, orchestras, bands, theatres, and organisations provide us with enjoyable art experiences and opportunities to socialise.
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FOOD FUN FASHION
FOOD FUN FASHION
FOOD FUN FASHION
Lappeenranta: Food, Fun & Fashion Guide
Café Hullu Orava
#Food
- Cafe Hullu Orava is located in the heart of Lappeenranta, a historic Finnish city (Finland, South Karelia, Lappeenranta, Kauppakatu 33 2 krs, Lappeenranta, Etelä-Karjala, Suomi).
- The cafe's entrance is hidden beneath the clock, between two of our excellent neighbours' shops: a shoe store on the left (Kenkäkauppa Mononen, www.kenkamononen.fi) and a jewellery store on the right (Kello- ja kultasepänliike HJ Suninen,).
- Every week, they prepare a fresh, delectable menu with various meals for our guests.
- they keep a close eye on our frequent customers' tastes and provide you with the greatest dishes from our talented chef.
- They added your favourite Hullu Orava burgers, excellent pork chops with various sauces, meatloaf, Lindstrom cutlets, handmade meatballs, and beautiful desserts to traditional dishes like pea soup and pancakes on Thursdays.
- In addition, we serve soup every day.
- Hullu Orava Cafe provides its guests with a delicious meal and the opportunity to relax in a lovely, prominent, sunny place with a fantastic view of the pedestrian Oleksi street.
Viet Bao
#Food
- They at Viet Bao want to do things the old-fashioned way to figure out what a restaurant's basic notion is.
- And it always has been to give clients a nutritious and excellent meal in an environment where they can relax and have fun with friends while also providing a reasonably priced experience.
- Regardless of how modern society evolves through time, there are essential ideas that cannot be divorced from our social conduct.
- The desire to socialise, see friends and family, dine well while receiving excellent service, and enjoy life.
Restaurant VENN
#Food
- Nothing in life is more valuable than friends, wine, and good cuisine. At VENN, all of these are united.
- You may stop by VENN during your shopping day or stay until late at night to enjoy the beautifully casual ambience.
- VENN serves basic yet delectable meals and beautiful wines, and enthralling cocktails. Being serious isn't one of our strong suits.
- Bring your pals or borrow some of ours when you visit VENN!
Lappeenranta
#Fashion
- Lappeenranta is known for its cheap shopping.
- There are shopping malls and boutiques in the city centre, while neighbouring districts include groceries and outlets.
- Handicrafts and local designs may be found in the city centre, Old Town, and the fortress's modest stores.
- A visit to Market Square and the various bakery-cafés is a must for gourmands who want to get a flavour of Lappeenranta.
MILANO FASHION CENTRE
#Fashion
- Lappeenranta's Milano Fashion Centre, the city's biggest department store, is a good place for cheap and high-end shopping at Lappeenranta.
- Most well-known fashion labels can be seen here with the best possible pricing, tax-free.
- The brands available for shopping on the Lappeenranta holiday are Michael Kors, Versace Jeans, Armani Jeans, Baldinini, Calvin Klein, Trussardi, Tommy Hilfiger, etc.
- The Milano Fashion Centre is about 20 kilometres from Russia's and Finland's borders.
- Helsinki is 220 kilometres away. From Helsinki to Lappeenranta, trains and buses are available.
Atreenalin Adventure Park
#Fun
- The adventure park is located in Lappeenranta's Rauha neighbourhood, near Holiday Club Saimaa and approximately 6 kilometres from Imatra's railway station.
- It takes roughly 20 minutes to drive from Lappeenranta's city centre.
- The many courses provide entertainment, with the most difficult ones posing severe obstacles.
- The five levels of courses, totalling 1,5 km, were erected amid environmentally suitable trees in a 3-acre forest.
- There are at least two cable slides on each course, the longest of which is 230 metres long.
Myllysaari Family and Adventure Park
#Fun
- The Myllysaari Family Park, located on the shore of Lake Saimaa in the city centre, is a popular recreation place.
- You can swim, relax in the sauna, exercise, parkour, or play beach volley on a fantastic court. In between swimming and training, the grass spaces are great for relaxing.
- Myllysaari has two ice-swimming areas in the winter, one at the swimming area and the other at the public sauna.
HopLop Indoor Activity Park
#Fun
- HopLop Lappeenranta is an indoor activity park for the whole family in the Family Center retail centre.
- The HopLop adventure maze includes plenty of fun things to do, including a volcano slide, a bouncy jungle castle, trampolines, a roller slide, and an exciting safari rally.
- Adults are welcome to participate in the games. Adventurers of all ages are welcome at HopLop!
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NATURE & SAFARI
NATURE & SAFARI
NATURE & SAFARI
Lappeenranta: Natural Beauty & Safari Adventures
- The Repovesi region, formerly used for extensive commercial logging, has been successfully turned into a beautiful national park.
- The park is dominated by pine and birch trees. Bears, deer, and various birds may all be found in Repovesi.
- The River Koukunjoki bisects the park. There are additional streams and lakes inside the park's limits.
- The Olhavanvuori hill, popular with climbers, and the Kultareitti water taxi route are two famous attractions.
- The Kuutinlahti bay, with its reconstructed wood rafting channels, the Lapinsalmi suspension bridge, and several observation towers, are also found inside the park.
- Imatra Waterfall, which has been operated for hydroelectricity since 1929, is a great place to see the energy of flowing water.
- These rapids used to run all year, but they only run periodically to harness today's river's power.
- Even though war and industry have ravaged Lappeenranta and its attractions, the falls remain a stunning sight.
- By sailing on a boat or taking a trip on the turquoise waters of Lake Saimaa, you may enjoy the serenity and vistas of the vast outdoors.
- On a Lappeenranta holiday, the lovely harbour of Lake Saimaa provides beautiful experiences.
- Travellers may ice skate on the frozen lake or rent snowshoes for a spectacular winter hike at Lappeenranta in the winter.
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EVENTS & FIESTAS
EVENTS & FIESTAS
EVENTS & FIESTAS
Lappeenranta Must-Attend Festivals and Events
- Lasten Kalenat is a children's-oriented cultural festival. Various youngsters are allowed to perform in theatre, dance, and circus at the festival.
- The festival's schedule includes performances by various child groups and performance art workshops.
- The festival culminates in the main event that brings together approximately 700 youth theatre, dance, and circus performers in a celebration of performing arts.
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