Jyvaskyla

A Jyvaskyla vacation has everything what it takes for a pleasant stay, located in the centre of Finland. The beautiful Jyväskylä Region with its beautiful, natural surroundings is a city of human size with ample choice of activities and opportunities. Tsar Nicholas I founded the city in 1837, situated on the north side of a small lake, it is linked by a narrow strait, the Aijälänsalmi, with Lake Päijänne, Finland's second largest lake. Moreover, the city enjoys a status of being an important traffic joint, the administrative and cultural center of central Finland and an industrial town. A year round destination overflows with activities. It is total fun for holidaymakers, a range of activities for conference and congress visitors, plenty to see and experience for all ages and sizes. The city is a busy, with a compact town centre providing the people with everything one requires for a comfortable stay.

The Jyvaskyla city guide lets in to the city information for the visitors. From the city center, everything is centrally located within walking distance and it is best when the city is explored on foot. The central area contains a number of delights within simple walking distance. The real highlight is the city’s pedestrian zone, which is the fun center of the city, and the site for a wide range of summer events. This area is equally popular with the residents of the city as well as visitors. Once darkens envelopes the city the atmospheric lighting gives the city a fascinating, colorful appeal. It is bordered by shopping centers, boutiques, giftware stores, cafés, restaurants, pubs, and much more besides. Of the city attractions the Lake Jyväsjärvi and Jyvaskyla’s attractive harbor, are the perfect places to stop and take in to the serene surroundings. The city countryside is perfect for a break away from the city life for those looking for some peace and quiet.

For lovers nature this area ’s varied terrain is a real advantage throughout the year. Enjoy your Jyvaskyla vacation with just about everything on offer, from hard exercise to gentle, leisurely enjoyment in the lap of nature. One will come across beautifully laid out golf courses, which invite the tourists. For skiers and snowboarders there is Laajavuori, Riihivuori and Häkärinteet. Wintertime is the time to try distance skating on natural ice. This region has turned out to be a place known for wellness tourism with a host of quality services. One can spoil oneself and the loved ones, enhance your quality of life, take care of your physical and mental well-being, or just take a break from the everyday routine. A varied range of special treatments, refreshing activities and healthy food prepared from local ingredients are just right. Reward yourself with that break for an active, culture or learning something new experience.