photo: Lina Markkanen
Photo: Hietasaari Camping
Photo: Hanna Kansanen
Photo: Ilmatar Airplane Lodge/Valtteri Vainio
Photo: Marjoniementila

1 day

All year

Day trip to Uurainen

Abroad to Uurainen! In Finland, there are sayings in several places where people “go abroad.” Does the saying refer to the idea that Uurainen is considered far from the city by locals in the Jyväskylä Region? In reality, it’s only 36 km from the centre of Jyväskylä. Therefore, the saying is believed to suggest that being in Uurainen feels like you’re truly abroad – the sandy beaches of Hietasaari in Uurainen are called the Riviera of Jyväskylä Region, and for a good reason. The accommodation options are truly in a class of their own and stand out from the rest of Finland – for example, the unique Ilmatar Airplane Lodge.

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Season

All year

Vehicle

  • By car

  • By bike

Duration

1 day

Length

33 km

Day trip to the north of Jyväskylä Region – Abroad in Uurainen. The Uurainen route can be traveled by car and also by bike in the summer. The total length of the route is just under 50 km. The route is best traveled in the summer, but most of the destinations can be visited year-round. However, in winter, we recommend checking the opening hours of the destinations separately.

 

Map and tips

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Rent an eco-friendly electric car for the trip:
– Avis
– Omago (in Finnish)
– Electric car charging points on the map (in Finnish)

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Attractions

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  • SF Caravan Hietasaari

    Hietasaari caravan area, also known as the “Riviera” of Uurainen, offers a stunning sandy beach with a long shoreline. The area has a summer café and plenty of different children’s activities, making it a perfect holiday destination for families. You can start the day with a delicious breakfast or enjoy a summer lunch at Suvipuoti.

    Opening hours: SF Caravan Hietasaari is open all year round. Check the opening hours here (in Finnish).

    People sitting and swimming on a beach in summer
    Photo: Julie Weien Forøy

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  • Marjoniementila

    Next, from Hietasaari, head to the 19th century Marjoniementila farm, where it’s atmospheric rectory offers a cultural-historical setting. Here you can explore a variety of activities and greet the sheep and horses. In the summer, you can also enjoy the café’s delicacies. Marjoniementila also offers farm accommodation, so you can stay longer if you wish to enjoy the tranquility of the farm.

    Opening hours: The farm cafe is open in the summer. Accommodation and riding are available all year round. Check the opening hours here (in Finnish).

    Horses in front of the main building of Marjoniemi rectory.
    photo: Lina Markkanen

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  • Aittovuori outdoor area

    Less than three kilometers away from Marjoniementila is Aittovuori, which offers a variety of outdoor activities. In the Aittovuori area, you can enjoy skiing, disc golf, or mountain biking in stunning scenery. This is the perfect destination for active nature lovers!

    Opening hours: The Aittovuori outdoor area is open year-round. No winter maintenance.

     

  • Seasonal Boutique Selma

    In the village of Uurainen, there is another delightful coffee spot – Seasonal Boutique Selma. This charming shop offers the creations of numerous artisans as well as local food products. While shopping, you can enjoy the café’s delicious offerings, such as freshly baked waffles. Selma is the perfect place to relax and enjoy local delicacies and crafts.

    Opening hours: Selma is open seasonally. Check Selma’s opening hours here (in Finnish).

    Photo: Hanna Kansanen

  • Auction Palsanmäki

    If you want to make more bargains and buy something unique to take home from Uurainen, continue your journey to Hirvaskangas in Uurainen! Auction Palsanmäki, also familiar from TV, is located in Hirvaskangas, halfway between Jyväskylä and Äänekoski. Go and make unique finds and enjoy the atmosphere of the auction!

    Opening hours: The auction is held on Fridays at 6 PM, and the gates open at 4:30 PM. Check the latest information on opening hours here (in Finnish).

    Visit Jyväskylä region logo.

  • Restaurant Keskipiste

    After an active day, you can head to Restaurant Keskipiste (in Finnish) in the centre of Uurainen for an evening. Previously known as Restaurant Hymyhuuli, this same restaurant once employed Matti Nykänen, Finnish ski jumper who won five Olympic medals. Ravintola Keskipiste is located literally at the centre of Jyväskylä Region, offering a unique experience in a historic setting.

    Opening hours: Check the opening hours of Keskipiste here (in Finnish).

    Visit Jyväskylä region logo.

  • Overnight stay

    Why leave Uurainen after a fun day when you can stay overnight at the unique Ilmatar Airplane Lodge amidst the most beautiful Finnish countryside? Enjoy the sauna in the plane’s cargo hold and admire the starry sky from the cockpit windows before a restful night’s sleep in perfect silence. This unique accommodation experience offers peace and relaxation in the heart of nature. Or if you were charmed by the Marjoniementila in the morning, you can head for an overnight stay in the renovated barns of the farm.

    Ilmatar Airplane Lodge from the outside.
    Photo: Ilmatar Airplane Lodge/Valtteri Vainio

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