3 days in Imatra, Punkaharju & Savonlinna Itinerary

Although predominately an industrial town, Imatra boasts a long and impressive history of tourism, largely owing to its fierce rapids, considered to have been Finland's first ever tourist attraction.

On the 2nd (Fri), admire the engineering at Imatrankoski, then take in the dramatic scenery at Imatra Waterfall, and then pause for some serene contemplation at De tre korsens kyrka.

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Helsinki to Imatra is an approximately 3.5-hour car ride. You can also take a train; or take a bus. August in Imatra sees daily highs of 23°C and lows of 13°C at night. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 2nd (Fri) early enough to drive to Punkaharju.

Punkaharju is a former municipality of Finland. On the 3rd (Sat), walk around The Parikkala Sculpture Park, explore the striking landscape at Punkaharju Ridge, examine the collection at Lusto - The Finnish Forest Museum, then view the masterpieces at Johanna Oras Art Gallery, and finally get a taste of the local shopping with Retretti Art Centre.

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Getting from Imatra to Punkaharju by car takes about 1.5 hours. August in Punkaharju sees daily highs of 22°C and lows of 13°C at night. Finish your sightseeing early on the 3rd (Sat) so you can drive to Savonlinna.

The picturesque town of Savonlinna sits on two islands surrounded by shimmering lakes and lush greenery.

Start off your visit on the 4th (Sun): contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Kerimaki Church, step into the grandiose world of Savonlinna Cathedral, examine the collection at Savonlinna Provincial Museum, then step into the grandiose world of Olavinlinna Castle, then appreciate the history behind Olavinlinnan Musta Passi, and finally pause for some photo ops at The Spirit of the fortress.

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Savonlinna is very close to Punkaharju. In August in Savonlinna, expect temperatures between 22°C during the day and 13°C at night. Finish your sightseeing early on the 4th (Sun) so you can drive back home.