Finland, the land of a thousand lakes, has approximately 187,000 lakes within its borders. For anglers, adventure seekers, and nature lovers, Finland is a paradise. But out of the hundreds of thousands of lakes within the country, it is not likely possible to visit each one of them. To make your planned trip to Finland easier, here are the top 10 most beautiful lakes in the country that you should visit.
Lake Saimaa
Top on the list is Lake Saimaa, a lake that lies in the southeastern section of the country, in the Saimaa Lake district. The World Tourism Organization ranked the lake as the world's 10th most beautiful lake. Tourists and travelers will surely love Lake Saimaa for the never-ending journey it could offer. Staying in the area is so much easier since the towns of Mikkeli, Savonlinna, and Lappeenranta which are close to the lake, can provide a variety of accommodations and packages to fit your interest and budget!
Lake Paijanne
Lake Päijänne is Finland's deepest and second-largest lake. The massive Lake Päijänne, which stretches from Lahti to Jyväskylä, is located in southern Finland. This clear lake is one of Finland's most popular recreational fishing spots. This is no surprise, given the lake's clear water, wide open mid-lake sections, and well-stocked fishing grounds provide anglers a variety of challenges, catches, and sights. The water quality in the northern portion of the lake is good, while it is clear and exceptional in the southern part. Once you visit here, there will surely be more room for your baggage since there is no need for you to bring a gallon of water.
Lake Vanajavesi
Lake Vanajavesi is a huge lake in southern Finland, located in the provinces of Pirkanmaa and Kanta-Häme. It is one of the country's most popular tourist sites and is more developed than many of the lakes in Finland. Though it is still a popular destination for outdoor enthusiasts and environmental lovers, it is most known for its world-class amenities such as restaurants, resorts, sportsmen's lodges, and even conference facilities that you can easily find nearby.
Lake Kallavesi
Kallavesi is a medium-sized lake located near Kuopio in Northern Savonia, eastern Finland. On this lake, there are numerous islands. There are also some sandy beaches and swampy bays in the area, in addition to rocky and mountainous coasts. If you want to go boating, the lake of Kallavesi is a famous boating destination. Local cruisers sail off of Kuopio to Lake Kallavesi, and there are scheduled boat services in the summer that take people all the way to Savonlinna.
Lake Inari
Lake Inari is the largest lake in Sápmi and Finland's third largest. Lake Inari is a lake in the municipality of Inari, Finland. It is located at the foot of the Inari-Pajottarjoki mountains. Visiting Lake Inari is convenient, especially if you are not familiar with the area since accommodation is easily accessible in the Inari Municipality and nearby communities. If you wish your visit to be more adventurous, anglers camping in tents or staying in abandoned cabins on Lake Inarijärvi are also common.
Lake Pyhajarvi
Located in the heart of Finland, the shape of Lake Pyhajarvi, is delightfully meandering, even broken up by islands, but there are also large open mid-lake sections.Locals recognize Lake Pyhäjärvi as a fantastic fishing spot, where catches are pursued by trolling in particular, as well as ice fishing in the winter. Lake Pyhäjärvi is well-known for its large perch captured during ice fishing. Surprisingly, unlike many other lakes, the greatest time to go ice fishing is in the middle of winter. So, if you yearn for ice fishing, Lake Pyhajarvi is a perfect spot to be.
Lake Kulovesi
In Finland, Kulovesi is a medium-sized lake. It is located in the Pirkanmaa region, near the towns of Nokia and Sastamala. Just like Lake Rautavesi, Lake Kulovesi is narrow, murky, and lush. The narrow torrents between lakes are wonderful places to visit, where your lure may be snatched by a bright-flanked asp, the Tampere Region's regional fish. The settlements along Lake Rautavesi's shores are among the region's oldest, making the area part of Finland's national heritage. If you wish to see a combination of nature and manmade structure, Lake Kulovesi is the perfect place to be for its lake shores are home to both spectacular forests and historic churches. Lake Kulovesi isn't particularly developed; therefore, it doesn't attract the tourist crowds those other lakes do, which is why it is a favorite among anglers, kayakers, campers, and environment lovers. If you are seeking tranquility and solitude, Lake Kulovesi is an ideal place for you!
Lake Nasijarvi
The Tampere Region's largest lake is Lake Näsijärvi. With few islands, it is craggy and open by nature. Although Lake Näsijärvi is one of Finland's most popular fishing spots, it can often feel like you're in the middle of nowhere. The lake is completely frozen throughout the winter, generally between February and March. If you are fond of winter activities such as Nordic walking, cross-country skiing, and casual strolling, make sure to visit Lake Nasijarvi. The most popular walking destination in the lake is a small, rocky island named Siilinkari, which is home to a lighthouse called Siilinkari. Not only can you enjoy winter activities here, but because the water quality is considered outstanding, even excellent in some areas, Lake Näsijärvi is also a great boating destination for boat trips.
Lake Pielinen
Pielinen is Finland's fourth largest lake, located between Russia and eastern Finland. The lake's color is black, as is typical of Finnish lakes, due to the high number of bogs in the drainage basin's catchment, which drains humic compounds. You may want to visit here in the summer, when a car ferry crosses Lake Pielinen, while in the winter, an ice road crosses the lake. If you're feeling sporty, you may zoom through the slick spring ice on a kick sled to the lake's fishing spots.
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