Southern Savonia Travel Guide
Finland
Popular cities in Southern Savonia
Savonlinna
Known for Lakes, Castle and Islands
This city on the shore of Lake Saimaa is known for Olavinlinna Castle, tasty herrings and lörtsy pastries, as well as the cultural summer peak event, the Savonlinna Opera Festival.
Reasons to visit
- Olavinlinna Castle
- Punkaharju Ridge
Mikkeli
Known for Horse racing, Horse riding and Monuments
South Savonia’s lively city of Mikkeli offers a chance to see magnificent rock paintings, and discover the secrets of the saloon car belonging to the Finnish military hero Mannerheim.
Rantasalmi
Known for Natural parks, Monuments and Museums
Get away to Rantasalmi! Enjoy the parks, monuments and museums.
Puumala
Venture to sights like Sahanlahti and Lietvesi Scenic Road as you discover Puumala.
Pieksamaki
Known for Churches, Cathedrals and Festivals
Pieksämäki is a well-connected town in the middle of Finland's beautiful lake district. It hosts a wide range of events and services for enjoyable and relaxing holiday.
Mantyharju
With its beautiful lakes and ponds, the forested landscape of Mäntyharju is the perfect setting for relaxation. Its sights and events also provide food for the soul.
Cities in Southern Savonia
Savonlinna
This city on the shore of Lake Saimaa is known for Olavinlinna Castle, tasty herrings and lörtsy pastries, as well as the cultural summer peak event, the Savonlinna Opera Festival.
