Municipalities of the Jyväskylä Region
In addition to Jyväskylä, the Jyväskylä Region includes the municipalities of Jämsä, Muurame, Toivakka, Saarijärvi, Joutsa, Keuruu, Petäjävesi, Uurainen, Laukaa, Hankasalmi, Konnevesi and Äänekoski. The Jyväskylä Region is home to two UNESCO World Heritage sites: Petäjävesi Old Church and the Oravivuori triangulation tower. In addition, the region has more sites designed by Alvar Aalto than any other area its size in the world.
Jyväskylä
One of the most attractive areas in Finland, Jyväskylä is the modern and youthful home of 143,000 residents. Its conveniently compact city centre and vibrant countryside create a fascinating whole. Famous for its students and architecture, Jyväskylä offers a wide range of Finnish and international events as well as activities around the year. Its events, sights, restaurants and accommodation and shopping opportunities attract a large number of Finnish and international visitors. Read more about Jyväskylä.
Jämsä
When vacationing at Jämsä you won’t run out of fun activities! During winter time Himos Ski Resort offers snowy activities and experiences on the center’s 21 slopes and over 100 kilometers of ski trails. As the summer arrives, Himos turns into a stage of various music festivals and events. The versatile nature of Jämsä is a true nature-goer’s treasury with its rocky gorges, lush forests and blue lakes. The tallest waterfall in the Jyväskylä Region, Juveninkoski is one of Jämsä’s most important natural attractions. Jämsä, with about 21,000 inhabitants, can be easily reached by car or public transport, since it is conveniently located between two major cities, Jyväskylä and Tampere. Read more from Himos-Jämsä website.
Muurame
The beautiful and active Muurame is just a 15 minutes’ drive away from Jyväskylä! Come for the skiing, golfing, the theatre, concerts, or riding. We also have padel courts. You can go hiking on the Muuramenjoki River nature trail or on the slopes of Muuratharju Ridge. While here, you can see our Alvar Aalto -designed church and the Ukkometso light installation. One of your accommodation options is the Riihivuori Ski Resort. Read more at the Muurame website.
Toivakka
Less than 30 minutes from Jyväskylä, Toivakka has lots to see and to experience. In the church of Toivakka, you will find the famous ceiling paintings by Pellervo Lukumies. Toivakka combines living close to nature with a wide range of recreational possibilities. Enjoy nature on the waters of the rugged Päijänne lake as well as on the beautiful nature paths of Toivakka. Engage in mountain biking, frisbee golf, or riding – in Toivakka, imagination is the only limiting factor!
Wellness and event services are provided by a number of enterprises including the Taulu manor, Pistoretki, the Huikko manor, Nukula, and Sun Toive. The entrepreneurs have concerts, retreats, yoga, excursions, good food, and more on offer. Read more about Toivakka.
Joutsa
Joutsa is a lively and pleasant municipality situated in southern Jyväskylä Region on highway four. The attractive lake scenery, excellent selection of services on offer as well as numerous events make Joutsa a fascinating tourist destination. Leivonmäki national park’s well maintained and easily walked trails take the visitor through bogland, ridges and lake shores. It makes a wonderful venue for a day trip but the lean-to shelters and locations for open fires also permit overnighting. Read more about Joutsa.
Keuruu
“The landscape wasn’t just looked at, it was traversed and experienced.” Embark on a trip to Keuruu and experience the cultural and historical heart of the Jyväskylä Region. Lakes, forests, and wilderness with nature trails, as well as valuable cultural sites and events, create a city where the atmosphere of the past is tangible alongside modern services. In Keuruu, the lake follows you everywhere, as the city is built on four islands. Cruise the waves of Keurusselkä aboard the paddle steamer m/s Elias Lönnrot to relax at Hotel Keurusselkä. Pet reindeer at Kinkamon Pirtti, fall in love with the railway station chosen as the most beautiful in Finland, and explore the exhibition of collectibles located in the building. Definitely worth a visit is also the oldest church in the Jyväskylä Region located nearby. Make unique finds in the shops, enjoy good food, and when you want to view the entire landscape – climb to the Himmaan Huippu observation tower in the village of Riiho. Keuruu offers something for everyone to see and experience – a reason to go on a trip. Read more from Visit Keuruu website.
Petäjävesi
Very much a country village at heart, Petäjävesi possesses enchanting natural attractions, in Petäjävesi Old Church a UNESCO world heritage site, and is home to some 4 000 people. Petäjävesi can be reached from Jyväskylä in under 30 minutes.
Stay overnight in a vicarage croft dating back over a hundred years, pet some sheep, enjoy the nostalgic romance of the countryside in a farmhouse suite or rent a summer cottage set amidst outstanding nature – in Petäjävesi life is there to be enjoyed. Known for its community spirit and local food, Petäjävesi has over 150-year-old roots extending deep into Finland’s soil. Read more about Petäjävesi.
Uurainen
In Uurainen, a municipality of happy people, smiles are easy to find – Uurainen’s residents are demonstrably the most content with their lives. Central Finland’s most youthful municipality offers visitors nature in close proximity as well as unique activities. Marjoniementila, Huutoniemi recreational area and the locality’s other services guarantee a holiday break that functions smoothly and is full of experiences in surroundings of outstanding natural beauty. Summer in Uurainen is punctuated by a number of popular events, while culture lovers take great pleasure in Uurainen church, completed in 1905. SF-Caravan Keski-Suomi, often called the riviera of the Jyväskylä Region, is located in Hietasaari on the shore of Lake Kyynämoinen. Read more about Uurainen.
Laukaa
With its 19 000 inhabitants Laukaa is widely known for its active lifestyle, events, theatre, breathtaking natural attractions and varied terrain crisscrossed by hiking trails. Laukaa’s most popular visitor destinations include Spa Hotel Peurunka, Laukaan Peurunkagolf’s 18-hole golf course, Tupaswilla heritage village and Varjola Resort with its many activities. Children are particularly enthralled by Nokkakivi amusement park and the animals at Tarhalehto Farm. For more top tips on what to see, do and experience in Laukaa, go to website of Visit Laukaa.
Hankasalmi
Revontuli Resort’s sauna world and entertainment offer – golf, bowling and dining – as well as fantastic igloos stand at Hankasalmi’s heart. In winter Finland’s best ski centre for families – Häkärinteet – offers 13 ski slopes plus the Häkä Snow Park. From Häähninmäki there is a network of recreational trails extending over 100 km for hikers and mountain bikers set amidst outstanding nature. The museum village in the centre of Hankasalmi proper as well as the observatory at Hankasalmi are all worthy of a visit. Erä’s Pete in turn will be happy to arrange activities and excursions as required. Read more about Hankasalmi.
Konnevesi
At Konnevesi you’ll spend easygoing holiday while enjoying the beautiful scenery that the pristine nature and clear waters provide.
Southern Konnevesi National Park, located on the islands and shores of the southern part of Lake Konnevesi was established in 2014, which makes it the youngest of Jyväskylä Region’s national parks. Rocky and rugged park offers challenging hiking trails surrounded by area’s breathtaking nature. In addition to hiking Southern Konnevesi is an ideal destination for kayaking and rowing with its plentiful islands and clear waters. Land on the beautiful beach of Lapinsalo island and pick a handful of blueberries while making your way to the barbecue hut. Konnevesi is full of memorable nature experiences! Read more from the website Visit Konnevesi.
Äänekoski
The pearl of northern Jyväskylä Region offers an exciting expedition to hidden locations and national landscapes that have attracted world fame. Äänekoski is a city of contrasts, where lofty ridges, thousands of kilometres of lake shore and untamed rapids stand in antithesis to a world-class hub of technological and bio economy expertise. Äänekoski’s uniqueness is born out of the diversity of its villages and urban areas and the harmony of opposites. Explore Äänekoski’s tourist locations on the website of Visit Äänekoski.
Saarijärvi
“On the wilderness (‘salomaa’) of Saarijärvi lived a farmer named Paavo.” Salomaa means a vast forest or a large island – Saarijärvi is a city where an impressive 241 lakes blend with lush forests. J.L. Runeberg, a poet and teacher, worked as a tutor in Saarijärvi as a young man, and one of his most famous poems is “Paavo of Saarijärvi.” The region’s nature and people significantly influenced Runeberg’s works. Do you want to feel the same influence? In Saarijärvi, you can experience adventures in nature alongside local culture. Stunning cultural sites, various events, and diverse activities, such as engaging with nature at Veijari Adventure Park, leave a lasting impression. Thanks to the wellness effects of nature, your relationship with yourself and others becomes more positive. Just like Paavo of Saarijärvi remembered to help his neighbor without being asked, community spirit and shared activities are present even today. Head to Saarijärvi and live the poem for real. Read more on Saarijärvi’s website.
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