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Finland (Lakeland)

Our Midsummer guide to Finnish Lakeland: red-cottage and lakeside-sauna stays on Lake Saimaa, midnight-sun white nights and Juhannus bonfires, paddling Linnansaari's island maze, the Savonlinna opera inside its medieval castle, and design-led Helsinki as your arrival city.

Curated by Epic Itineraries · 20 saved links · updated 2 June 2026

Places in this collection

Areas (72)

  • Savonlinna
  • Helsinki
  • Finland
  • Joutenvesi, Lake Saimaa

Sights (71)

  • Linnansaari National Park, Lake Saimaa
  • Olavinlinna Castle, Savonlinna
  • Lake Saimaa
  • Kolovesi National Park, Lake Saimaa

Stays (38)

  • Lomalehto Cottages, Savonlinna
  • Alanen Cottages - Alasen Lomamökit, Savonlinna region
  • Anttolanhovi Art & Design Villas, Lake Saimaa
  • eco studio apartments

Things to do (21)

  • AISTI Sauna & Spa, Asikkala
  • Day Spa Lähde, Lappeenranta
  • Espa Stage, Helsinki
  • Hetta-Pallas hiking trail, Pallas-Ylläs national park

Food & drink (19)

  • Boreal, Helsinki
  • Elm, Helsinki
  • Eriksson, Helsinki
  • Hakaniemi Kauppahalli, Helsinki

Getting around (8)

  • canoe centre, Savonlinna
  • Green Gold Cultural Route, Lake Saimaa
  • Kirkkoranta, Kolovesi
  • Lietvesi Scenic Road, Lake Saimaa

205 more places in this collection

Where this comes from

20 saved links · 10 articles · 4 activities · 3 stays · 2 videos · 1 restaurant · from visitfinland.com, finnair.com and 14 more

  • Article

    Lonely Planet names Finland Best in Travel 2026

    Lonely Planet lists Finland among its Best in Travel 2026 destinations, celebrating Finnish nature, design and everyday happiness.

    visitfinland.com
  • Article

    Summer Highlights of Finnish Lakeland – Explore nature, culture, and adventure | Visit Finland

    Discover the best of Finnish Lakeland with this summer itinerary, featuring historic fortresses, serene lakes, and vibrant cities like Lappeenranta, Savonlinna, and Kuopio. Perfect for nature lovers and adventure seekers alike!

    visitfinland.com
  • Article

    Backpacking in Finnish Lakeland — Travel Advice & 2026 Country Guide

    Explore Finnish Lakeland, Finland deeply: top places, scenic routes, itineraries, when to go. Complete & free 2026 guide.

    takeyourbackpack.com
  • Article

    All you need to know about visiting wonderful Lake Saimaa (+Itinerary) - Globetotting

    A complete guide to visiting Lake Saimaa in Finland, with an itinerary. Discover the best sights, hotel recommendations, activity ideas and more.

    globetotting.com
  • Article

    Everything you need to know about Midsummer

    Midsummer, which celebrates the summer solstice, is a major holiday in Finland. Find out how to celebrate like a Finn.

    visitfinland.com
  • Article

    How to Spend Midsummer's Eve in Finland (Juhannus 2026) - Hungrytravelfamily

    We live in Rovaniemi. We’ve done Juhannus by a lake, in a city, and once on an island ferry with strangers. Here’s what the holiday actually looks like — and

    hungrytravelfamily.com
  • Article

    Midsummer in Finland: traditions, celebrations and where to go

    Finland's biggest summer celebration happens every June. Here's what Juhannus means, where to experience it and how to plan your trip.

    finnair.com
  • Article

    Spend your summer holiday in Finland under the magical Midnight Sun

    finnair.com
  • Activity

    Season 2026

    In the summer of 2026, Italian opera takes center stage at the Savonlinna Opera Festival. Evenings at Olavinlinna will shine with Madama Butterfly, Nabucco, The Marriage of Figaro, and La Traviata – crowned by Bellini’s Norma, featuring the dazzling Lisette Oropesa.

    operafestival.fi
  • Activity

    Canoe or Kayak in Linnansaari and Kolovesi National Park | Nature Travels

    Canoe tours on Lake Saimaa in Finland May-September: Flexible self-guided canoeing or kayaking with camping in Linnansaari and Kolovesi National Park.

    naturetravels.co.uk
  • Activity

    Canoeing - SaimaaHoliday Oravi

    Canoe and kayak rental and guided paddling tours in Lake Saimaa’s national parks in Finland. Explore Saimaa Lake safely with local guides.

    oravivillage.com
  • Activity

    Outdoor adventures on Lake Saimaa

    Discover year-round outdoor activities in the Mikkeli region – from hiking and kayaking to cycling, fishing and winter experiences.

    visitsaimaa.fi
  • Article

    The Soul of Finnish Summer: Saunas in Lakeland Finland

    What makes a Finnish summer so unforgettable? There are many reason for it but more than anything, it is the sauna.

    visitlakelandfinland.com
  • Stay

    Mökki Culture: A Guide to Renting a Finnish Summer Cottage

    Finnish summer cottage mokki rental guide 2026: 3 tiers (525-4200 EUR/week), best regions (Lakeland), sauna-and-lake rhythm, booking and self-catering tips.

    prettywildworld.com
  • Stay

    Lomalehto Cottages - fully equipped rental cottages on Lake Saimaa - Lomalehto Cottages

    At Lomalehto, you can fully immerse yourself in the beautiful lake nature and experience it with all your senses. Experience the four different seasons and

    lomalehto.com
  • Stay

    Rental cottages on Lake Saimaa

    Rental cabins are a fantastic way to experience Savonlinna, Lake Saimaa and Finland. Relax by the forests and lake shores and avoid hectic city life.

    visitsavonlinna.fi
  • Food

    Time Out reveals the best restaurants in Helsinki for 2026

    Time Out reveals its 2026 restaurant list: Plein is Helsinki’s best, with 30 top spots from fine dining to neighbourhood finds.

    timeout.com
  • Article

    The 20 best things to do in Helsinki

    Helsinki juxtaposes Nordic tranquility and modern European dynamism in a fascinating slate of activities.

    lonelyplanet.com
  • Video

    Helsinki and Tallinn: Baltic Sisters

    youtube.com
  • Video

    Helsinki, Finland Walking Tour 4k – With Captions

    youtube.com

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