2025 Mikkeli Travel Guide: Must-see attractions, popular food, hotels, transportation routes (updated in July)

Saimaanranta Resort by Anttolanhovi is located in Mikkeli, Finland. The resort features a private beach, sauna, water activities, barbecue facilities, and free parking. The surrounding area is perfect for hiking, cycling, and skiing. One of the highlights of the resort is the ability to jump into the cold lake water right after a sauna session, and then return to the sauna. This cycle is a favorite among locals and is said to be beneficial for health and skin. You can also try canoeing on the lake, which is quite fun.

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Urpola nature center is Saimaa Geopark natural and cultural site and also a Saimaa Geopark visitor center. Urpola nature center is located in Mikkeli’s oldest residential building from year 1782. The nature center contains information about nature in South Savo and history of Urpola. Environmental education is also one of the nature center’s purpose. There is a Geopark sign on the courtyard and a lovely nature trail in the Urpola River valley. You can also continue your journey from the visitor center to the nearby Kaihunharju esker and its scenic Kaihu Trail. Urpola nature center is one of the Saimaa Geopark visitor centers. The Saimaa Geopark showroom features an interactive wall made with the technology of OiOi Collective from Mikkeli. By touching the wall you can explore Saimaa Geopark facts, such as the birth of Saimaa, or bring to life Terhi Kastehelmi’s imaginative mural.#finland Getting There - car or walk Attractions - urpola nature Hotels - Sandic hotel Food & Restaurants - 2 km Shopping - kioks