Step into the secret story of Finnishness.

You can’t see this in pictures. You have to experience it.

People have been coming here long before you. Artists, poets, sages, and wanderers have all found their way to these hills, rapids, and lakeshores — and left carrying something inexplicable with them. Now it’s your turn.

The Lieksa region reveals itself in different ways to everyone who steps inside. The rapids speak, the forest silences, and Karelian culture invites you to the table. There is no single right path here — only the one you choose.

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Summer season

Timitraniemi Holiday Village

A cozy holiday village on the shores of Lake Pielinen

Lieksa Travel Park

Stop in Lieksa and stay overnight at the travel park

Summer season

Änäkäinen Recreational Forest

A versatile day-trip destination surrounded by trees and history

Summer season

A Boat Cruise to Koli

Set sail for Koli across Lake Pielinen!

Pub Icella

Have a great time in Lieksa!

Hostel Jokiranta

Accommodation near the center of Lieksa

Summer season

Lieksa Summer Café

Come play on the bouncy castle and enjoy some coffee!

Hanhiniemi Holiday Cottages

Cozy cottage accommodations amidst the scenery of Lake Pielinen.

Hotel Puustelli Lieksa

Hotel accommodations and a restaurant in the heart of Lieksa

Summer season

Pieni Ritojärvi

The idyllic Ritosärkkä Nature Conservation Area.

Digitupa

Remote work, vacation, and outdoor activities all in one package!

Rukajärvi Center

The military history of Rukajärvi through photographs, maps, and letters.

Ruunaa Hiking Area

Enjoy the rushing rapids with the whole family.

Eräkeskus Wilderness Lodge

Peaceful accommodations and a husky farm on the shores of Lake Nurmijärvi

Ruunaa Hiking Center

Ruunaa Hiking Center by the rapids

Rukajärvi Center Station Café

The café is open every day.

Lieksan AutoGrilli

A traditional grill near downtown Lieksa.

Hotel Kaatrahovi

A cozy hotel in the heart of Lieksa

Hostel Kotiranta

Comfortable accommodation in the peaceful natural surroundings of Kylänlahti

Porokylä Bakery and Café

Come get some fresh pastries!

Jongunjoen Matkailu

Cozy accommodations in a guesthouse and a lakeside cottage.

Lobos Pizzeria

A pizzeria in downtown Lieksa

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Ruunaan Matkailu

A variety of accommodations, whitewater rafting, and activities

Lieksan Leipomo

A traditional bakery, café, and shop in the heart of Lieksa

Summer season

Lieksa Border Heritage House

The history of border patrol in Timitra, Lieksa.

Summer season

Suomun Tupa & Tiina’s Café

Nature, lodging, and a relaxed atmosphere near Patvinsuo.

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Rukajärventie

The legendary battle route of the Continuation War.

Summer season

Patvinsuo National Park

Wilderness hiking in rugged forests, surrounded by the pulse of the marshes.

Hotel and Hostel Pielinen

Home-style accommodations in a 1980s-style hotel on the shores of Lake Pielinen.

Huikopala Café

A Place to Take a Break at the Sports Park.

Pizza Master, Lieksa

We serve delicious meals to eat in or take out!

Lieksan liikennepuiston yleiskuva
Summer season

Lieksa Traffic Park

Learning about traffic — and having fun!

Lieksa Cultural Centre

The doors of this arts and music center remain open year-round.

Summer season

Pop-up Gallery

Café Piiukka

The heart of the village and a place to take a break

Pielinen Museum

The Lieksa City Museum, located near the center of Lieksa.

Summer season

Korven Saga

Day trips in the heart of nature at the farmyard!

Summer season

Lieksa Harbor Grill

Enjoy a delicious meal at the harbor!

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Accommodation in Koli

Karjalan Kebab & Pizza

Karjalan Kebab & Pizza serves delicious pizzas. Come try them!

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Koli

There is only one Koli

Summer season

Paateri

Sculptor Eva Ryynänen’s home and her greatest creation: Paateri Church.

Summer season

Accomodation Pankakoski

Welcome to stay at Accommodation Pankakoski in Lieksa

SF-Caravan Rekiniemi

A caravan park in Vuonislahti on the shores of lakes

Loma-Kitsi

Cottage Accommodations and the Home and Lumberjack Museum

Kotikadun Puari & Huolto

Coffee, snacks, and maintenance!

Taina’s Style

A Shop with a Positive Vibe

Reposuo

Reposuo-Kalliolahdensuo Nature Reserve

Hostel Kevätniemi

Cozy and affordable accommodation in the beautiful countryside of Lieksa

Café and Lunch Restaurant Baana

Homestyle lunch served on weekdays. Open year-round!

Yarn shop Karvamato

Yarn shop in Lieksa and online

Herranniemi Guest House

Accommodation and Karelian culinary culture in a rural setting