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Flower field in countryside.

Toivakka Perinnepolku route 6km

Salomonin tie 8, 41660 Toivakka

Perinnepolku (Tradition trail) is a 6km route that goes around Toivakka, mainly along roads. The route starts from Toivakka Church’s parking area and it can be followed on foot or by bicycle. When biking, be careful on the path section of the trail. The route has a lean-to, near Paikkalanvuori sledging hill.

Two people walking in front of a Nikolainkulma.

Nikolainkulma

Asemakatu 6, 40100 Jyväskylä

https://www.nikolainkulma.fi/

The building located in the center of Jyväskylä, now known as Nikolainkulma, is a significant part of Jyväskylä’s cultural history and one of the few old wooden buildings in the city center.

Saarijärvi Church

Paavontie 8, 43100 Saarijärvi

tel. +358401534736

The Saarijärvi Church is the main church of the parish, where a service is held every Sunday at 10 am. The church can accommodate around 800 people. There is a ramp at the side door on the side of the hero graves, making it easy to enter the church with a walker or wheelchair. The church has an induction loop, the coverage map of which can be found near the main door. The church has toilet facilities. The church can be reserved by parishioners for church ceremonies through the parish office.

Children's animal themed playground.

Rantaviidakko Playground

Rauhankatu 5, 44100 Äänekoski

https://www.aanekoski.fi/kulttuuri-ja-liikunta/ulkoliikunta/rantaviidakko-leikkipuisto

Rantaviidakko Playground is located in Rantapuisto, in the center of Äänekoski. The themed playground, completed in June 2024, was designed according to children’s wishes. Children were able to choose the park’s name, play equipment, and themes, which are jungle and underwater world. The park features, among other things, a zip line, trampolines, and a nest swing. The playground is open from 7:00 AM to 9:00 PM and is under camera surveillance. The park is intended for children and is a good example of involving children in urban planning.

Aerial view of Laukaa Harbour.

Laukaa harbour park

Satamatie 3, 41340 Laukaa

[email protected]

You can spend a summer day with the whole family at the Harbor Park. The Pikku Kakkonen playground in the park delights the little ones. Additionally, the area features a traffic park and an asphalt RC car track. The harbor’s swimming beach, popular with families, is a great place to cool off on a hot summer day.

Children palying at a traffic park in summer

Viitaniemi Traffic Park

Eeronkatu 15, 40720 Jyväskylä

tel. +358 14 569 5000 [email protected] https://www.jyvaskyla.fi/ymparisto/puistot-ja-viheralueet/leikkipuistot/liikennepuisto

In Viitaniemi Traffic Park, it is possible to drive the city’s pedal cars during official opening hours, when a supervisor is also present. Pedal car driving and park use are free of charge. Different sizes of pedal cars and tricycles can be borrowed from the park. A miniature traffic environment has been built in the park, with traffic lights, a refueling station, crosswalks, and sidewalks. The park is best suited for children aged 6-12, but toddlers are also welcome with their parents. Outside of opening hours, the park can be used with your own bicycle. The use of your own bicycle helmet is recommended, but helmets can also be borrowed from the park. It is advisable to bring hand sanitizer, as there is no running water in the park. Children are always under the responsibility of their parents. Viitaniemi Traffic Park has been a popular destination since the 1960s, with about 15,000 visitors annually. Snacks can be brought along, and there are table-bench combinations and large grassy areas for picnics. Nearby are also the Viitaniemi and Tuomiojärvi beaches

Keuruu Old Church from the outside with a person standing in front of it

Keuruu Old Church

Keuruuntie 1, 42700 Keuruu

tel. +358 40 965 5538 [email protected] https://www.keuruunmuseo.fi/info/english

The roots of Keuruu Old Church go back to the 18th century, when the church was consecrated in 1758. The beautiful wooden church in the peasant style was designed by the master church builder Antti Hakola (1709-1778) from Alahärmä. The paintings in the church are the work of Turku artist Johan Tilén.

Jyväskylä City Hall

Vapaudenkatu 32, 40100 Jyväskylä

tel. 014 569 7117 [email protected] https://www.jyvaskyla.fi/kaupunki-ja-paatoksenteko/organisaatio/konsernihallinto/kaupungintalo

The Jyväskylä City Hall was designed by Karl Viktor Reinius and completed in 1899. The first users of the City Hall included the magistrate, the town court, and the Bank of Finland. In the second floor, citizens could organize various performances and celebrations, and many associations also held their meetings in the City Hall. The building represents the Neo-Renaissance architectural style. Other works by Reinius include the Siikainen Church and the Turku Volunteer Fire Brigade House.

Keuruu Church photographed in summertime.

Keuruu Church

Keuruuntie 6, 42700 Keuruu

tel. 040 352 4700 [email protected] https://www.keuruunseurakunta.fi/kirkot-ja-tilat/kirkot-ja-kappelit/keuruun-kirkko

The fourth church of Keuruu parish was built on Kippavuorenmäki near the old church. This neo-Gothic brick church is equipped with a southern tower and its foundation is made of grey granite. The church building committee was chaired by factory owner G.A. Serlachius and architect Theodor Granstedt was in charge of the design.  Odert Laine was responsible for the practical implementation of the construction between 1889 and 1892. 

A view to Ylistö Bridge

Finlandia Hotel Alba

Ahlmaninkatu 4, 40100 Jyväskylä

tel. +358 14 636 311 [email protected] https://www.hotellialba.fi/en

Finlandia Hotel Alba is a private hotel in Jyväskylä. We produce hotel and restaurant services and put our heart into it. We are located by the beautiful Lake Jyväsjärvi and Mattilanniemi campus and park area. Location is ideal for swimming during summer and skating and cross country skiing during winter. So remember to pack your skiis and skates – swimming shorts too.

Thai Lakorn

Jyväskeskus, Kauppakatu 29-31, 40100 Jyväskylä

A family and traffick park photographed from the air

Huuha family and traffick park

Hämeentie 14, 44100 Äänekoski

tel. +358 400 115 719 [email protected] https://www.facebook.com/huuhanperhepuisto/

Huuha Family and Traffic Park is located in the center of Äänekoski along Hämeentie. The park and its kiosk are open in the summer. The park features playgrounds, a skate track, a Pump Track, and a traffic park with pedal cars. Activities are open and free for everyone, and the park is staffed by school assistants and ninth-grade students. Children must be supervised by their guardians. There is also a playground in the park that is freely accessible to everyone.

Old train in Suolahti Old Station.

Suolahti Old Station 

Asematori, 44200 Suolahti

tel. 050 401 5456 [email protected] https://www.asemanalue.fi/

The area illustrates the attempt to connect inland waters by rail to the sea coasts and thus to Europe at the end of the 19th century.  The Old Station area and port form a valuable destination for those interested in transport and cultural history. It has preserved its original character well. The station building designed by architect Bruno Granholm with its railway yards, locomotives, locomotives and railway buildings was completed as soon as railway traffic began in 1898.   

Koto Hotel room

Koto Hotel Pihtipudas

Keskustie 2, 44800 Pihtipudas

tel. 014 562 110 [email protected] https://www.kotohotel.fi/

Koto Hotel is a modern country hotel in the middle of Finland. Our rooms are pleasant and peaceful, and the windows open to a quiet village road. All our rooms have their own bathrooms, a smart TV, refrigerator, coffee and tea, and free WiFi. Parking is free in the parking area in front of the hotel. Short walking distance from the hotel you will find great leisure trails, a sports park, waterways, nature trails, as well as the services of the lively village. In Koto Hotel, you can stay safely and, if you so wish, without contact. When your reservation has been paid and confirmed, check-in and check-out are possible 24/7 thanks to our automated key carousel. Koto Cabinet is an airy and inspiring venue for meetings of 2-12 people, and fibre broadband guarantees a strong internet connection.

GreenStar Hotel's clean turquoise hotel room with a tiny kitchen

GreenStar Hotel

Heikinkatu 3, 40100 Jyväskylä

tel. +358 10 423 9391 [email protected] https://www.greenstar.fi/hotellit/jyvaskyla/

GreenStar Hotel Jyväskylä offers cost-efficient accommodation with the best comfort. When choosing to stay with us, you make a responsible choice, for GreenStar Hotels is the first carbon-neutral hotel chain in Finland. We boast a central location next to the Travel Centre, near all the major tourist services in the downtown area.  

The Kuokkala bridge, the Jyväsjärvi Lake and the Lutakko harbour in Jyväskylä in evening lighting

Kuokkala bridge

Siltakatu, 40520 Jyväskylä

Completed in 1989, the Kuokkala bridge is one of the best-known Jyväskylä landmarks and an impressive sight to behold in its evening lighting.

Sohwitar

Piippukatu 3, 40100 Jyväskylä

tel. +358 40 124 0864 [email protected] www.sohwitar.fi/

The charming social and dining restaurant Sohwitar is located at the foot of an old factory chimney in the Jyväskylä city centre. Sohwitar is only a few minutes’ walk from Jyväskylä railway station. On weekdays we serve lunch from 10.30 am to 2 pm, at other times you can pamper your taste buds with the delicacies on our a la carte menu and our popular pizza menu. You can also order meals to take away.

Teemahostel

Jussilantie 8, 41660 Toivakka

tel. +358 40 7400829 [email protected] www.teemahostel.fi

Teemahostel offers accommodation in a tranquil setting 30 km south of Jyväskylä. The rooms are accessed conveniently using a number code. A number of rooms have a coffee maker, microwave oven, electric water kettle and refrigerator.

Karoliinan Kahvimylly & Kestikievari

Kuusirinne 11, 41770 Leivonmäki

tel. +358 40 685 85 66 [email protected] www.karoliinan.fi

We pride ourselves on our freshly baked cakes and also serve delicious soups and salads at lunchtime, along with hearty rustic pizzas. With wonderful country style interiors and cosy atmosphere, a dedicated dining room for groups, locally-sourced food and an excellent location close to Highway 4, Karoliinan Kestikievari is the perfect place for everything from a quick break to a venue for your special occasion.

A hotel room in Hotel Hirvi.

Hotel Hirvi

Kotakennääntie 9, 44100 Äänekoski

tel. +358 (0)14 520 121 [email protected] https://hotellihirvi.fi/en/

In Hotel Hirvi, you can stay in style in our Standard and Comfort class rooms. We have the right room for you, whether you come alone or with the entire family. We also welcome pets in some of our rooms. The price of the room always includes free parking, a tasty breakfast, and the use of our sauna and pool.

Pancho Villa

Kauppakeskus Seppä, Ahjokatu 5, 40320 Jyväskylä

Clothes in the sleigh in KOTO Designmarket

Koto Design Market

Yliopistonkatu 32, 40100 Jyväskylä

tel. +358 40 187 6694 [email protected] www.kotodesignmarket.fi

The Koto Designmarket is a joint effort of three young woman entrepreneurs. We opened in the spring of 2018. Our house of Finnish design can be found in the centre of Jyväskylä on Yliopistonkatu street, and our online store is open 24/7.

Containerrestaurant Morton from the outside. People sitting in the terace and eating.

Container Restaurant Morton

Satamakatu 2, 40100 Jyväskylä

tel. +358 40 041 6372 [email protected] www.morton.fi/jyvaskyla

A pleasant shipping container-style restaurant, award-winning summer terrace, and café, all at the Port of Jyväskylä within walking distance from the town centre. Morton is renowned particularly for its burgers, pancakes and relaxed atmosphere. Open in the summer from May Day to September.

Harmooni suites

Väinönkatu 1, 40100 Jyväskylä

tel. +358 20 735 3400 [email protected] www.harmooni.fi/huoneistot/

An idyllic inn at the heart of the city Experience the atmosphere of bygone years in a unique setting. Harmooni suites offer you a cosy stay in an old harmonium factory’s art nouveau building, which is a provincial conservation site. The old harmonium factory has unique rooms where you can live as you would in your own home.

Two persons at the reception of Hotel Verso

Hotel Verso

Kauppakatu 35, 40100 Jyväskylä

tel. tel. +358 14 333 999 [email protected] www.hotelliverso.fi

The family-owned Verso is a modern urban hotel with strong traditions and first-class competence. The best located hotel in the city with its 128 rooms is a unique combination of the city’s heartbeat and human encounters – personality and locality.  We show good taste in everything. This reflects in the comfort of the premises, the smooth service and the inspiring flavours of food. Your stay is crowned by a unique hotel breakfast, the third best in Finland, which utilises only the Finnish ingredients and products. Our own bakers bake everything themselves by using the grain of the local producers and our chef will make an omelette according your wishes right in front of your very eyes.

A table in a restaurant with candles and wine glasses.

Verso Bar & Kitchen

Kauppakatu 35, 40100 Jyväskylä

tel. +358 14 333 999 [email protected] http://versobaari.fi/

You can experience the moments in the Verso Bar & Kitchen consisting of the fresh and pure ingredients, the captivating taste combinations along with the hospitable and urban atmosphere.

Makumaa

Kauppakatu 19 C, 40100 Jyväskylä

tel. +358 14 243 897, +358 40 744 8365

A restaurant meal with meat, potatoes, vegetables and various sauces.

Viking Restaurant Harald

Kauppakatu 33, 40100 Jyväskylä

tel. +358 44 766 8205 [email protected] https://www.ravintolaharald.fi/en/

The Viking-themed setting of the Harald restaurant makes you sail right into a feast from the age of the Vikings where food and drink is plenty. The Villages of the Viking Harald proposes copious dishes made of the best ingredients from Northern lands and forests, lakes and rivers.  You will be kindly served with a sense of humour. The delicacies prepared by the Guardians of the Pot in the unique atmosphere of the Viking village ensure that your restaurant visit will be an unforgettable experience.  Lunch, dinner, family event, business meeting, party or celebration: there are lots of reasons for getting together under Harald’s roof. Whatever the size of the company, Harald and his crew will take good care of you.

Restaurant Kissanviikset

Puistokatu 3, 40100 Jyväskylä

tel. +358 10 666 5150 [email protected] https://kissanviikset.fi/en/etusivu/

This privately-run, tradition-rich restaurant has served its customers for fifty years now. “Times change, good food remains”. We offer a range of gourmet delights and fine wines topped off with friendly service. Open Mon–Thu 11–23, Fri 11–23.30, Sat 13–23.30, Sun 13–21.30. Doors are shut one hour before the restaurant closes.

Trattoria Aukio

Lutakonaukio 10, 40100 Jyväskylä

tel. +358 10 785 1110 (0.0835 €/call + 0,1209 €/min) [email protected] https://www.raflaamo.fi/en/restaurant/jyvaskyla/trattoria-aukio-jyvaskyla

Trattoria Aukio is the place to sample Italian regional cooking at its very best – prepared from genuine ingredients for you the customer, with love. Visit Aukio for pasta, risotto and bruschetta which are big on taste and freshly prepared in true Italian style. All our wines come from Italy and are also served by the glass.

Sohwi

Vaasankatu 21, 40100 Jyväskylä

tel. +358 50 4411 517 [email protected] www.sohwi.fi

Sohwi is the uptown pearl that everyone loves! In addition to customer favourites, the menu of the traditional rock-inspired social and dining restaurant offers new flavours with an experimental touch. We have also a wide range of vegan dishes. Our portions are big, so Sohwi kitchen will not leave you hungry!  A comprehensive selection of beer and ciders by small breweries and local producers.  A few times a month, Sohwi serves music either by live bands or DJs.  Sohwi participates in various cultural events, such as  Yläkaupungin Yö and Jyväskylä Festival. 

Scandic Jyväskylä City hotel.

Scandic Jyväskylä City

Väinönkatu 3, 40100 Jyväskylä

tel. +358 14 458 1010 [email protected] https://www.scandichotels.fi/hotellit/suomi/jyvaskyla/scandic-jyvaskyla-city

Located in the centre of Jyväskylä, the hotel is a comfortable and cosy place to relax annd enjoy the city atmosphere. Thanks to its convenient location, the hotel is a great base for leisure, conference and business travellers. Ample parking space is available. Comfortable rooms and friendly service ensure a pleasant stay.

Kyläseppä

Karikontie 1, 41900 Petäjävesi

tel. +358 14 4114 211

Villakamari

Leppäläntie 3, 41900 Petäjävesi

tel. +358 45 238 2170 [email protected] https://verkkokauppa.villakamari.com/fi

Villakamari Oy is a stylish and idyllic boutique in a former police station in the centre of Petäjävesi, within walking distance from the Old Church. The shop is a treasure trove of products made by two creative talents, including clothes for children and adults, local souvenirs and gifts. Villakamari is a popular destination for both groups and those travelling on their own. For craft lovers, Villakamari offers felting materials and supplies as well as yarns and fabrics.

Cards and various papers in a rack

Harjun Paperi

Yliopistonkatu 6 B, 40100 Jyväskylä

tel. +358 400 809 433 www.harjunpaperi.fi

This specialty store, which has operated at the same address continuously since 1954, is something of a rarity. At the Good Mood card store you’ll find an extensive selection of unique greeting cards to fit every possible occasion as well as a few surprises to brighten up the everyday routine.

Pienikamari

Kilpisenkatu 9, 40100 Jyväskylä

tel. +358 14 621 887 [email protected] www.pienikamari.fi

Big experiences for the small – small surprises for the big Pienikamari is an appealing corner shop in the centre of Jyväskylä with a style all of its own. Our product range includes traditional toys made of wood and tin, the endearing Moomins, doll’s house miniatures, Finnish design products and amusing gift items. At Pienikamari the feeling is of stepping back in time but simultaneously experiencing something new and exciting. Please pay us a visit! We are open Mon–Fri 10–17.30, Sat 10–14.30.

Aerial photo of Jyväskylä and Lutakko harbour in Jyväskylä.

Jyväskylä’s Lutakko Harbour

Satamakatu 8, 40100 Jyväskylä

tel. +358 (0)14 569 5000 [email protected]

Finland’s most memorable harbour In summer, the Jyväskylä harbour transforms into a point of recreation for the city dwellers of all ages. The harbour, located in the immediate vicinity of the city centre and the Travel Centre attracts people to enjoy sunny summer days, fun activities and varied treats to eat. At the wonderful harbour restaurant, Sataman Viilu, you can enjoy a sauna and cool off in the lake water pool in addition to enjoying fine food and beverages. A boat designed by world-famous architect Alvar Aalto is permanently on display next to Viilu for all to admire.

Torikulma

Yliopistonkatu 32, 40100 Jyväskylä

Jyväskylä City Church and Churchpark

Jyväskylä City Church

Kirkkopuisto, 40100 Jyväskylä

tel. +358 41 730 2511 / +358 44 430 9745 [email protected] www.jyvaskylanseurakunta.fi/kaupunginkirkko

Kirkkopuisto (Church Park) is one of the oldest parks in Jyväskylä. Its construction began in the early 1800s. Kirkkopuisto was a market area during the founding of the city in 1837. The marketplace was located in the current Kirkkopuisto from the 1830s until the 1930s. Jyväskylä City Church was built in the middle of the then market square in 1880, becoming the first stone church in the Jyväskylä Region. The church was designed by architect L.I. Lindqvist.

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