5 days in Lakeland Itinerary

Kouvola is a town and municipality in southeastern Finland. Start off your visit on the 20th (Mon): explore the striking landscape of Repovesi National Park.

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Amsterdam, The Netherlands to Kouvola is an approximately 8-hour combination of flight and car. You can also drive. The time zone difference moving from Central European Standard Time to Eastern European Standard Time is 1 hour. In July in Kouvola, expect temperatures between 24°C during the day and 14°C at night. Finish your sightseeing early on the 20th (Mon) so you can drive to Lappeenranta.

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

Start off your visit on the 21st (Tue): examine the collection at Lappeenranta Fortress, explore the historical opulence of Sandcastle Lappeenranta, then take in the architecture and atmosphere at Church of the Intercession of the Mother of God, then explore the activities along Saimaa Canal, and finally take in the architecture and atmosphere at Nuijamaa Church.

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You can drive from Kouvola to Lappeenranta in 1.5 hours. Other options are to take a train; or take a bus. July in Lappeenranta sees daily highs of 24°C and lows of 15°C at night. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 21st (Tue) to allow time to take a train to Tampere.

Finland's third largest city, Tampere boasts an array of cultural offerings and a lively music scene.

Start off your visit on the 22nd (Wed): stroll through Sarkanniemi Theme Park. Here are some ideas for day two: contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Tampereen Tuomiokirkko, identify plant and animal life at Hatanpaa Arboretum, and then take in panoramic vistas at Pyynikki Park and Observation Tower.

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Traveling by train from Lappeenranta to Tampere takes 4 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a bus. In July, daytime highs in Tampere are 24°C, while nighttime lows are 13°C. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 23rd (Thu) so you can travel back home.