Southern Savonia Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

A medieval castle on a lake island surrounded by calm waters and forested land.
A medieval castle on a lake island surrounded by forest.
A historic castle surrounded by a river, a bridge, and a forested landscape.
A castle with two towers, a moat, and a reflection in the water.
A person standing on a wooden dock facing a calm lake surrounded by trees.

Popular cities in Southern Savonia

A medieval castle on a lake island surrounded by calm waters and forested land.
Savonlinna
Known for Lakes, Castle and Islands
Explore Savonlinna: its castle, lake views, history and more!

Reasons to visit

  • Olavinlinna Castle
  • Punkaharju Ridge
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A serene lake surrounded by dense forest, with a house on the opposite shore and a clear sky with wispy clouds.
Mikkeli
Known for Horse racing, Horse riding and Monuments
Come to Mikkeli and enjoy its horse racing, horse riding and gardens.
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A calm lake with dense forest reflections, surrounded by greenery.
Rantasalmi
Known for Natural parks, Monuments and Museums
Get away to Rantasalmi! Enjoy the parks, monuments and museums.
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A calm lake with a small island covered in trees and a large rock in the foreground.
Puumala
Venture to sights like Sahanlahti and Lietvesi Scenic Road as you discover Puumala.
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Pieksamaki
Pieksamaki
Known for Churches, Cathedrals and Festivals
Explore Pieksamaki: its churches, festivals, art and more!
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Mantyharju
Mantyharju
Head to sights like Repovesi National Park and Peruvesi as you discover Mantyharju.
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A medieval castle on a lake island surrounded by calm waters and forested land.

Olavinlinna Castle

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After visiting Olavinlinna Castle, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Savonlinna. While you're in the area, stroll along the lakeside.
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