Experience culture

Along Rantaraitti, there are many kinds of culture, art and lighting objects. Along Rantaraitti, there are three bridges, the Kuokkala Bridge, the Ylistö Bridge and the Äijälänsalmi Bridge, which in themselves are excellent sights as separate destinations. The bridges are great in their night lighting. There are also 29 light boxes in the lampposts of Rantaraitti, including stories about the history of Rantaraitti added to them. 

Along Rantaraitti, there are several works of art, one of the most famous being Seppo Uuranmäki´s swings under the Kuokkala Bridge. Many of Rantaraitti’s works of art have been lighted, such as Hyöky-sculpture of 5 meters in Ylistönrinne. 

The Kuokkala Manor, designed by Finland’s first independent female architect Wivi Lönn, is located near the Äijälänsalmi Bridge. In the Manor, you can enjoy high-quality meals and the lovely garden. 

Two campus areas of the University of Jyväskylä can be found in Mattilanniemi and Ylistönrinne, which are also good sights. 

Enjoy the nature

One of the most attractive aspects of Rantaraitti is nature along the route. During the walk, you can, if you wish, stop at the natural sites found on the route. For example, Pitkäruoho bird tower on the northern shores of Kuokkala in the Äijälänranta beach is a great destination for bird fans. River deltas can be found in the River Touru, which descends to the northern shore of the Lake Jyväsjärvi, and at the end of Rauhalahti. The Korkeakoski stream also descends into the Lake Jyväsjärvi, which is at its finest especially in the spring. Rantaraitti has also a swimming site for dogs. 

Along Rantaraitti, there is also the only allotment garden of Jyväskylä. In the summer, sheep are being grazed in Suuruspää in Kuokkala along Rantaraitti.