Juankoski

Juankoski offers the travellers a sample of genuine Savo-style nature, featuring clean and large lakes and numerous islands. A historical ironworks property reminds of the industrial practices of the area, and the rock artist Juice Leskinen’s lookalike statue and Juice Avenue are found at Juice market square. The water routes stretch through channels from Lake Saimaa to Syväri, Tahko in Nilsiä, and Varpaisjärvi lake via Juankoski and Muuruvesi. Juankoski is a popular destination for a cottage holiday. In the summer, the streets come alive with cottage guests and other summer visitors, strolling through the beautiful sights of Juankoski.

Attractions: Rock artist Juice Leskinen’s market place and statue, Ironworks property, Blast furnace Brunou, Juankoski churches, local heritage museum, Säyneinen summer theatre, Pisa nature conservation area, Tahko water route and Juankoski and Karjalankoski channels, Tahko rowing and kayaking events.