Kuopio ski resort. Churches and temples. Which are worth a visit

Ski resort Kuopio is, first of all, a center for winter recreation, and not just skiing. Of course, skiing in Kuopio, on the slopes, is also possible, but for this you need to make a path, only 2 km, just so much to the nearest slopes of Antikalla and Pujo. We would like to note that the first one is suitable for beginners in skiing, but who is more confident on skis, Puyo is suitable for them.

Ski resort Kuopio, located in the north of the country (Finland), or rather in Northern Savonia. The city itself, with a population of 93 thousand people, is surrounded by the beautiful lake Kallavesi. In this town, like to come to rest, both the Finns themselves and foreign tourists, regardless of the time of year.

We talked about the beauties of the ski resort, now let's go directly to the slopes on the slopes of Antikalla and Puyo.

Puyo (2 slopes).

• The length of the route is 400 m;
• Elevation difference - 93 m;
• Throughput - 1200 people / h;

In addition, the descent is equipped with snow cannons and an anchor lift, and has evening lighting.

Antikkala.

• Track length - 800 m;
• Height difference - 88 m;
• Throughput - 2100 people / h;

It also has evening lighting and an anchor lift, plus a grab lift. In addition to the slopes, vacationers have the opportunity to try their hand at ski jumps.

Now let's talk about Apress-ski in Kuopio. Several excellent restaurants are at your disposal. Of these, I would like to mention one in which fish is perfectly cooked according to secret, old Finnish recipes, this is the Sampo restaurant. If you want to spend a romantic evening, Peräniemen Kasino will suit you, from the terrace of which you can enjoy a beautiful view of the lake.

Entertainment.

From entertainment, here you can highlight the following:

1. Puijo Tower is a place from which you can see almost the entire city and lakes. Located on a hill, on the outskirts of the city.
2. Museum of the Orthodox Church - located in the central part of the city.
3. Minna Kant House is the home of the famous writer of Finland.
4. In general, in this article, we are interested in winter holidays, but we cannot but say the following: in summer, in the city center, exhibitions of famous Finnish and not only photographers are organized.

Like Vuokatti, you can go fishing here, as well as ride a dog sled.

For lovers of shopping, souvenir shops are open, and you can also buy all kinds of bath accessories, where, if not in Finland, you can do it.

This concludes our review of Ski resort Kuopio, and we offer to touch, at least indirectly, this amazing northern edge by watching the video.

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Kuopio is a Finnish city in the Northern Savo region, whose population allows it to hold the 9th place in the country in terms of population.

Lake Kallavesi washes Kuopio, which turns it into a port. In addition, part of the city is built on islands.

For residents of the country, Kuopio is in 6th place in terms of the attractiveness of living, as it is a major cultural center and ski resort.

Climate

It's time for the ski season here from mid-December to April. Average temperatures and precipitation during the cold season are shown in the table.

Characteristics of Kuopio as a ski resort

Brief reference.

• Altitude difference - 93 m;
• number of tracks - 2;
• slope lengths - 800 and 400 m;
• the length of the cross-country track is 400 km;
• the length of the illuminated sections of the tracks is 50 km;
• number of ski jumps - 4;
• ski jumping school.

About skating

Despite the small number of tracks, there is an endless stream of tourists-guests at the base. This is because there are 5 more ski bases near the city.
Therefore, when tourists say they are going to Kuopio, they mean not only the city itself, but also the resorts in the area.

The slopes closest to tourists are Antikalla and Puyo. They belong to the resort of Kuopio.

Antikalla is a zone for beginners. Its length is 800 m. There is a lift with a capacity of 2,100 people per hour.

The height difference on Antikalla is not large - about 80 m. This slope has night illumination.

The Puyo zone is shorter at 400 m. But it has a higher vertical drop of 93 m. This slope is intended for more experienced skiers.

There is also night lighting here, and the lift has a capacity of 1,200 people per hour.

There are 4 ski jumps built on Puyo. And snow cannons provide high-quality coverage of the slopes.

To the north of Kuopio are the resorts Kasurila (20 km) and "" (70 km). There are professional, difficult, simplified tracks. In general, there is more variety than on the 2 slopes of Kuopio.

Ski jumping can be learned at a special school. She is the only one in the world who specializes in this sport.

About transport

The city has an excellent bus network. Almost all flights depart from the city center of Keskusta. You can follow the routes on the website kuopionliikenne.fi.

On weekdays, a ticket costs 2.9 €, and on weekends (and night flights) - 3.8 €.

Bicycles are popular in summer. The city has a developed system of bicycle paths, so you can get to the desired point by bike.

Entertainment

Kuopio is interesting for a huge variety of entertainment and exciting places for the traveler.

Apres ski.

• Discos;
• restaurants, bars;
• Finnish baths, swimming pools, saunas;
• sports and recreation complexes;
• ordering a sightseeing tour of the city and its environs;
• malls, market squares, shops and boutiques for shopping.

Sports events

Winter activities.

• Skating and sledding;
• walks along the picturesque routes of Finnish nature: on foot and with snowshoes;
• snowmobile and dog safari;
• ice fishing;
• participation in the annual Finnish ice marathon - a race among amateurs and athletes on treadmills on ice.

Summer classes.

• Horseback riding;
• safari on quad bikes or jeeps;
• golf;
• hiking.

Attractions in Kuopio that you can visit in any season

• Zoo;
• manor "Rauhalahti" with the house of the cartoon bear Uppo-Nalle;
• automobile museum, in which the oldest rarity is a Sears car, released in 1909.
• art galleries: "Sitruuna", "Minna-Galleria", "Taitemia-Galleria", "Kapriisi";
• the largest collection of exhibits of the Orthodox Church of all Western Europe - in the Finnish Museum of the Orthodox Church;
• The Old Museum Quarter of Kuopio is made up of 11 old wooden buildings that show the lifestyle of the estates of the 19th century. Among them is the house of Minna Kant, a Finnish writer;
• "Alahovi" is a wine-growing plantation. It is located on the island of Vaayasalo. Here they show the technology of producing berry wine, organize tastings, offer to buy a wonderful drink in a wine shop;
• a colorful and original restaurant-timber hut by Lake Kallavesi with a complex name "Yatkyankämpä";
• "Kauppahalli" and "Kauppatori" - an indoor market and a market square, respectively;
• Pikku Pietari is a cozy shopping lane with wooden buildings. There is a cafe with a summer terrace, several small art galleries, souvenir shops and boutiques selling hand-made artisan products;
• the charming bakery Kalakukkoleipomo Hanna Partanen is open from 06:00 to 21:00 (Monday-Saturday). Here they buy pastries and traditional Finnish fish pies. All dishes are prepared exclusively according to local old recipes.

Restaurants

• An institution that will convey the atmosphere of Kuopio as much as possible will be the Sampo restaurant. This place is also famous for its excellent fish dishes.
• The cozy Peräniemen Kasino, whose terrace overlooks the lake, will allow you to get aesthetic pleasure from nature.
• Tourists like to visit Kummisetä and Viking Restaurant Harald, where affordable prices are supported by delicious traditional Finnish cuisine. A true gourmet must visit Musta Lammas.

Accommodation

Kuopio offers guests a hotel room or a cottage as a place to stay.

Prices depend on the location of the facility and service. Of the budget hotels, Puijo Koto stands out - cozy, "homely". It is located near the city center, near the Puyo stadium.

The class of more expensive hotels includes the Rauhalahti Spa Hotel, on the territory of which there are SPA, saunas, swimming pools, clubs, restaurants.

The cottages, which vary in size, are located in the Holiday Center Rauhalahti area. 11 of these facilities are all-season.

In summer, the camping season opens here. Near the cottages there is a SPA salon "Rauhalahti Spa".

Regarding prices, one can cite Scandic Kuopio or Finlandia Hotel Jahtihovi as an example, where rooms for 1 person cost from 60-65 €.

Hotel map

Service prices

The cost of ski-pass subscriptions is as follows:

The cost of training sessions with an instructor.

Road to Kuopio

By plane.

In Kuopio, you can fly to their capital - Helsinki. There are 9-10 such flights every day. The journey takes about 1 hour.

Flights from Riga also land in Kuopio. From the city to the airport about 14 km.

On the way between it and Kuopio, buses run regularly, the ticket price for which is 5 €. You can pay 18 € for a comfortable taxi.

By train.

Also, the resort is reached by trains of the VR company, on the official website of which (www.vr.fi) you can see the various routes, departure times of train flights and their cost.

From Helsinki, the train journey will last 5-6 hours. From Moscow, the Leo Tolstoy train leaves, stopping at Kouvola for 3 hours, during which you can easily buy a ticket for the next Helsinki-Kuopio train (No. 73).

Buses.

Matkahuolto buses run from various cities in Finland. This is a budget option for the way to Kuopio, but longer.

Bus routes also travel from Russia.

A bus departs from St. Petersburg Bus Station (36, Obvodny Canal Embankment) on Mondays and Saturdays at 10:45.

He arrives in Kuopio at 20:30. An "adult" ticket costs 50 €.

Not far from Kuopio there is a ski resort, be sure to visit this place, here you can perfectly diversify your vacation.

Kuopio is the eighth largest city in Finland, a popular resort in the country and the center of the North Savo province. It is located on the shores of Lake Kallavesi, while the entire area is surrounded by a large number of natural lakes and islands with coniferous forests. This location creates an excellent ecology - these places have beautiful nature and amazingly clean air. There is no season here - a wonderful holiday is guaranteed at any time of the year. In winter, more than 1,000 kilometers of ski slopes operate in Kuopio and its surroundings, and in the summer-autumn season there is expanse for fans of water activities: fishing, kayaking, jet skiing. In addition to tourism, the city has a well-developed chemical, woodworking, food and engineering industries. Kuopio has a well-developed infrastructure with many shops, restaurants, hotels and hotel complexes located on the picturesque banks of Kallavesi among coniferous forests.

general information

The city is quite "young" - the date of its foundation is considered to be 1775. In the 19th century, it was the center of provincial trade, and the construction of the railway and the Saimaa Canal, which provided communication with the Gulf of Finland, served as a huge impetus to its economic development. The Kuopio ski resort gained popularity in the second half of the 20th century, when the tourist infrastructure began to develop: the construction of comfortable cottages, hotels and apartments, with water parks and a wide range of SPA services, the beautification of the territory and its equipment for various sports.

• Founded: 1775;
• Area: 1,730 km²;
• Timezone: UTC+2;
• Population: 111,400.

The region has a temperate continental climate with snowy frosty winters and warm sunny summers. So the weather in Kuopio is conducive to relaxation throughout the year: winter activities start in November, and in April they give way to ecotourism.

There are no direct flights from Russia to Kuopio, so you will have to fly via Helsinki. There are direct flights from Moscow, St. Petersburg and Yekaterinburg to the capital of Finland, from where the flight to Kuopio takes about an hour.

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What to see

The main attraction of the city is Mount Puyo, which is part of the country's oldest nature reserve. It is located in the center of the resort and is covered with densely growing coniferous trees. In 1963, a 75-meter three-story tower was built on top of the mountain, in the building of which there is a cafe, a revolving restaurant and an observation deck with magnificent views of the city and its surroundings. This place is ideal for taking photos of the picturesque scenery of Kuopio. In winter, Puyo turns into a ski resort with a ski school. Here you can rent equipment, learn skiing and even ski jumping. At Christmas, Puyo becomes the main venue for the holidays, on the top of the mountain a lot of colorful lights are lit, creating a mysterious and fabulous atmosphere of celebration.

Fans of religion will be interested in visiting the oldest Orthodox Cathedral in the city of St. Nicholas and the museum of church art located in it, with the chair of the Karelian archbishop.

Kuopio is home to the Orthodox Church Museum, the largest in Western Europe. Valuable icons, church textiles, sacred objects from monasteries, church utensils and ancient artifacts are exhibited here. Many exhibits were evacuated during the war from Karelian parishes and monasteries.

Popular with tourists is the Kuopio Quarter museum, which is a quarter of several old houses of the 19th century, in which the interiors of that time are reproduced with great accuracy. There is also a shoemaker's shop, an old pharmacy, and a tailor's shop. A stylized antique cafe will offer delicious pastries and cakes.

Kuopio is becoming more and more popular every year not only among the inhabitants of Finland, but also among European lovers of winter recreation. The resort is well equipped, has a developed infrastructure, historical monuments and will undoubtedly give a lot of pleasant impressions to everyone who comes here to relax and have fun.

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ski slopes

A ski slope almost in the center of the city is a rarity in Finland. But in Kuopio it is possible! The western slope on Mount Puyo is only 1.5 km from the Market Square. Experienced skiers and snowboarders will feel great on this steep slope. And for beginners and families with children, the Antikkala slope on the opposite side of Mount Puyo is intended.

The joy of skiing can also be experienced on other slopes in the Kuopio region. The Kasurila ski center in Siilinjärvi, located just 20 km from Kuopio, is a real paradise for snowboarders and families with children.

The Tahko ski resort is the largest not only in the Kuopio region, but also in the entire southern part of Finland. Constantly developing new services in the region will make your holiday interesting and memorable. For a family holiday on a bright winter day, smaller ski centers, such as Maarianvaara in Kaavi, are also well suited.

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The slopes of Puyo
Two slopes on both sides of Mount Puyo. Puyo slope: 2 km from the city centre. The length is 400 m, the height difference is 93 m, the steepness of the slopes is 24%, the illuminated slope, snow cannons, the anchor lift with a capacity of 1200 people per hour. Services: Puijon Maja restaurant and cafe, ski school, equipment storage.
Antikkala slope: 3 km from the city center: length 800 m, elevation difference 88 m, slope steepness 12%, illuminated slope, anchor and grab lift with a capacity of 2100 people per hour. Services: cafe, repair and rental of equipment, ski school.
Services: snow cannons, anchor lift, observation tower and hotel Pujo, ski schools
Kallantie, FI-70340 Kuopio, Tel. +358-17-187 713, Fax +358-17-721 717

Maarianvaara Ski Center
88 km from Kuopio. Safe slopes for children and suitable for beginner skiers: 8 slopes, maximum length 1050 m, maximum vertical drop 140 m, halfpipe and snowboarding street. 4 lifts with a capacity of 3500 people per hour. Services: cafe-restaurant, well-groomed ski track, opportunities for winter fishing, rental of skis and snowboards.
Services: 8 slopes, cafe-restaurant, ski slopes, winter fishing
Maarianvaara, FI-73600 Kaavi, Tel. +358-17-672 666, Fax +358-17-672 667

Tahko slopes
66 km from Kuopio, in the commune of Nilsia. 23 slopes, of which 8 are illuminated. The longest 1200 m, max. elevation difference 200 m, superpipe and street. 12 lifts, total capacity 15,000 people per hour. Services: 5 slope restaurants, equipment repair and rental, ski school (alpine skiing, snowboarding, telemark, downhill skiing, flat skiing), caravan camping for 120 places.
Services: 17 slopes, 9 lifts, 4 restaurants, equipment rental and maintenance, ski school, caravan parking
Tahkolahdentie 3, FI-73310 Tahkovuori, Tel. +358-17-481 200, Fax +358-17-481 202

Kasurila Ski Center
20 km from Kuopio in Siilinjärvi. 8 slopes, the longest of which is 700 m, max. elevation difference 102 m, halfpipe, street for snowboarding, 5 lifts, capacity 5800 people per hour. Services: restaurant by the slopes, rental and repair of equipment, ski school.
Services: 8 slopes, 2 restaurants, events, equipment rental and maintenance, ski school
Kasurila, FI-71800 Siilinjärvi, Tel. +358-17-461 6100

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City Kuopio is located in a picturesque lake district, on the shores of Lake Kallavesi. It belongs to the province of Northern Savo and is its administrative center, and also has a reputation as a popular tourist center in. The resort is aimed at lovers of winter sports, but due to its geographical location and terrain, in the summer it is also of considerable interest.

Peculiarities

In addition to tourism, the city has a developed woodworking, chemical, machine-building and food industries. In general, it is quite well landscaped, the infrastructure is well organized here, transport links are established, there are many hotels and cozy cottages, most of which are located on the banks of Kallavesi or in a picturesque wooded area. The abundance of sports facilities and the status of hosting a number of international competitions symbolize Kuopio's close relationship with sports. There are also many interesting sights worthy of attention, including local temples and chapels. The Rauhalahti thermal center, equipped with everything necessary for rest and relaxation, enjoys special attention among the guests of the resort. For lovers of skiing, there are several slopes on Mount Puyo. In addition, there is a ski stadium. The resort is more suitable for beginner skiers, as experts in skiing simply have nowhere to turn around. If desired, beginners can use the services of an instructor and even learn the basics of such an art as ski jumping, since a special school is equipped for this purpose on Mount Puyo.

general information

The ski slopes of Kuopio have a vertical drop of 93 meters with a maximum length of 800 meters. The area of ​​the city itself is small, and the population is about 90 thousand people. Local time is 1 hour behind Moscow time in winter and coincides in summer. The time zone is UTC+2 in winter and UTC+3 in summer. Telephone code (+358) 17. Official website www.kuopio.fi.

A brief excursion into history

Kuopio was founded in 1775. At the end of the 18th and in the first half of the 19th century, the city was the trading center of the local province, and the impetus for its further development was the construction of the Saimaa Canal, which provided a connection with the Gulf of Finland. In 1889, a railway passed through here, which also had a positive effect on the fate of Kuopio. Historically, religion plays an important role in the life of the city. Today, in its very center is the residence of the Orthodox Archbishop, and churches and cathedrals rise in different areas. The resort gained tourist popularity in the second half of the last century, when comfortable cottages, hotels and apartments were built on the banks of Kallavesi, and the territory was ennobled and equipped for various sports.

Climate

This region has a temperate continental climate. The winter here is snowy and moderately frosty, and the summer is characterized by an abundance of sunny days and a rather high air temperature for Finland, which sometimes exceeds +25. You can relax here throughout the year, and for skiing and other winter activities, the period from November to March-April is ideal.

How to get there

The local airport is located 14 km from the city and receives regular flights from other regions of the country, as well as from. The flight from Kuopio takes about an hour, and if you go by bus or train, it is already about 3-4 hours.

Transport

The bus network is well established within the city limits. For independent movement around the city and its environs, a bicycle is an excellent means of transport, since the whole area is equipped with bicycle paths, and you can rent it at any rental point.

Attractions and entertainment

One of the most interesting places in Kuopio, for religious people, is the Cathedral of St. Nicholas, with a museum of church art, the chair of the Archbishop of Karelia, sewing workshops, an Orthodox public relations center and the office of the archbishop. Adds charm to the city and the Cathedral, made in an elegant style. The House of Minna Kant, where this famous Finnish writer was born, deserves special attention. For connoisseurs of good photography, the Viktor Barsokevich Photography Center is open, where works by Finnish and foreign experts in the field of amateur and professional photography are regularly exhibited. In the summer, it hosts exhibitions that gather many fans of this direction.

Not far from Kuopio stands the Puijo Tower, standing on a high hill. From there, an incredibly beautiful view of the lakes of Northern Savo opens up. The list of entertainment in the resort is extremely wide and varied. These are flat and mountain skiing, skating and sledding, exciting safaris on jeeps and ATVs, ice fishing, horseback riding and much more. The Rauhalahti Water & Wellness Complex offers various types of massages, a Jacuzzi, an outdoor swimming pool, a children's pool with a water slide, a dance restaurant and a night club. For guests, evenings of Finnish traditions and smoke saunas are periodically arranged. Every year, at the end of February, the Finnish Ice Marathon is organized on Lake Kallavesi, for everyone who wants to run on skates.

Kitchen

The culinary establishments of Kuopio fully convey the charm of these places. The Sampo restaurant is famous for its excellent fish, the meal at Peranyemen Kasino is accompanied by the contemplation of the fabulous views of the lakes lying in front, and the Kummiseta Viking Restaurant Harald and Musta Lammas can satisfy the tastes of the most fastidious gourmets. Among the dishes, special attention is paid to fish and seafood.

shopping

The process of making purchases also seems to be quite an exciting experience here. For example, it is better to buy souvenirs and memorable gifts at the Pikku-Pietari alley or at Hallin kasityokammari, and you can buy delicious local fish pies at Kalakukkoleipomo Hanna Partanen, which receives visitors from 6 am to 9 pm. The Kuopio shopping center sells all kinds of goods, from bath accessories to expensive gift wines.

Kuopio has a high reputation in the region and hosts thousands of winter holidaymakers every year. It is well equipped, has all kinds of amenities in terms of accommodation and gives a lot of pleasant experiences to those who come here to have a good and fun time.