3 days in Lappeenranta, Kouvola & Porvoo Itinerary

On the shores of the country's largest lake system, Lappeenrata serves as the economic and cultural center of southeast Finland.

Kick off your visit on the 29th (Fri): step into the grandiose world of Sandcastle Lappeenranta and then examine the collection at Lappeenranta Fortress.

For other places to visit, traveler tips, ratings, and more tourist information, use the Lappeenranta trip planner .

Helsinki to Lappeenranta is an approximately 2.5-hour train ride. You can also drive; or take a bus. In November, daytime highs in Lappeenranta are 3°C, while nighttime lows are -1°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 30th (Sat) early enough to take a train to Kouvola.

Kouvola is a town and municipality in southeastern Finland. Start off your visit on the 30th (Sat): explore the striking landscape of Repovesi National Park.

For maps, photos, more things to do, and tourist information, refer to the Kouvola trip planner .

Traveling by train from Lappeenranta to Kouvola takes an hour. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a bus. In November in Kouvola, expect temperatures between 2°C during the day and -1°C at night. Finish your sightseeing early on the 1st (Sun) so you can take a bus to Porvoo.

Porvoo, one of Finland's oldest and prettiest towns, boasts cobbled streets, famous red-brick warehouses, and a charming river.

Start off your visit on the 1st (Sun): make a trip to Porvoo Old Town and then get to know the fascinating history of Castle Hill.

To find photos, reviews, and more tourist information, use the Porvoo online holiday planner .

Traveling by bus from Kouvola to Porvoo takes 1.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a train. December in Porvoo sees daily highs of 1°C and lows of -4°C at night. Finish your sightseeing early on the 1st (Sun) so you can take a bus back home.