Discover Kannuskoski

Kannuskoski and accommodation options

The lively village landscape of Kannuskoski is an attraction in itself. There are several accommodation options, including bed and breakfasts, agritourism stays and holiday cottage rentals. If you are specifically looking for a hotel, you can distinguish these types of accommodation when making your choice: the holiday cottage rentals mentioned here are a different type of stay from a hotel. Which option suits your trip depends on the type of accommodation you are looking for.

Väliväylä: canoe route and fishing opportunities

On the Väliväylä canoe route, river and lake sections alternate between Kannuskoski and Kuusaanlampi. This section includes four short portages and is 56 kilometres long. In one section of the Väliväylä, some of the rapids are quite rocky. Sturdy equipment is required when water levels are low. The route description and the changing stretches of water give you practical guidance for planning, without specifying a particular travel time.

The route starts at the parking area by the crossing on Väliväyläntie 851. From there, signs point to the canoe launch. There is also a canoe landing at Otva. Right next to the canoe route stands a museum sawmill and planing mill that is still powered directly by water. This route brings together alternating river and lake sections and a distinctive water-powered mill.

For fishing, there are numerous lakes, ponds and rivers in the Kannuskoski area, as well as the Väliväylä. Only spinning and fly fishing are permitted in the Kyykoski fishing area; you will need a special permit for the area. A likely catch there is a trout-like fish without an adipose fin. The limited choice of permitted fishing methods and the permit requirement are important considerations if you are planning to fish during your trip.

Hiking trails and winter ski trail

The Tolpankangas Nature Trail passes through heathland sheltered by high ridges. It starts at the nature trail parking area in Kannuskoski. One section is particularly important for navigation: after the shelter, there are no more trail markings. From that point on, you will need a map or GPS track. This means that navigating this trail differs from following a route that is marked all the way.

The Kukkovierun Trail runs through coniferous forest from the village of Sydänmaanlakka to the village of Kannuskoski. It is about 2.5 kilometres one way and can be extended into a loop via Kannuskoskentie. The Tolpankangas Nature Trail and the Kukkovierun Trail therefore have different routes: one passes through heathland, while the other goes through coniferous forest and can be extended into a loop. The stated lengths and trail features help you distinguish the routes by their layout.

In winter, the Hiihtolatu ski trail starts at the Kannuskoski village hall. The out-and-back route is about 12 kilometres long: it crosses fields and passes through forests to Tolpankangas, loops around Karhulampi along the ridges, and returns to the village hall along the same route. The ski trail is seasonal; whether it is open and groomed depends on snow conditions. This clearly distinguishes the winter route from the hiking trails described above, while use of the trail depends on seasonal conditions.

Beach and event

Otva Beach is the public swimming beach in the village of Kannuskoski. There is also a campfire site and an eco-toilet. For a visit to the water, it offers an alternative to a canoe trip: Otva has a swimming beach, while the Väliväylä is known for the river and lake sections described above.

Kannuskoski Day takes place every year in July; the exact dates may vary from year to year. If you want to plan your trip around the event, check the dates for the relevant year. This lets you include the recurring July event in your plans without assuming a fixed calendar date.

Discover more destinations: Taipalsaari, Lappeenranta, Säimen, Lemi, Joutseno, Parikkala, Luumäki, Rauha.

For the regional travel overview: South Karelia.