Myllymäki ski resort. Ski resorts in Finland Entertainment in Messila

Showed that the most popular sports among its participants are alpine skiing and snowboarding. As you know, Finland has excellent opportunities for practicing these sports and many high-class ski resorts that provide all the conditions for a great holiday with the whole family! Today we will tell you about the 10 most popular ski centers, especially since winter is just around the corner and many of us are already planning our winter vacation.

Ski resorts in the Imatra area.

Slopes of ski centers FreeSki in Ruokolahti and Myllymaki in Joutseno they are not the highest, but they are closest to the southeastern border of Finland and, accordingly, closest to St. Petersburg. The height of these slopes is 60-70 meters, the slopes are equipped with lifts, there is a children's lift, a ski school and equipment rental. Websites: http://www.freeski.fi and http://www.myllymaki.com

Himos ski resort in Jämsä

Ski resort Himos located in Central Finland, in the city of Jämsä. Distance from St. Petersburg - approx. 400 km. The nearest airport is in Jyvaskyla (70 km.)
The height difference on the 18 illuminated slopes of Himos is 140 meters, 12 lifts, snowboard park. Free ski lifts for beginners. Ski school, equipment rental, snowmobile and dog sled safaris

Thanks to the presence of Russian-speaking instructors, Himos is one of the most popular ski resorts among tourists from Russia. www.himos.fi

Tahko ski resort in Nilsiä

Tahko is located in Central Finland, 70 km. from the regional center - the city of Kuopio. Distance from St. Petersburg - approx. 570 km
23 ski slopes, elevation difference - 200 m, longest slope - 1200 m. 1 children's slope

Tahko Ski Resort is one of the largest and most popular ski resorts in Finland. Tahko's slopes are ideal for both professional skiers and beginners. Resort website: www.tahko.com.

Ski resort Koli.

Located in the North Karelia region, near the city of Joensuu. Distance from St. Petersburg - approx. 515 km.

Ski resorts located on the territory of the Koli natural park Ukko-Koli and Loma-Koli– one of the most picturesque winter resorts in Finland; tourists have been coming here for more than a hundred years. Ski resort slopes Ukko-Koli(Ukko-Koli) – the highest slopes in Central Finland Loma-Coli(Loma-Koli) is significantly less. The landscapes at Koli are widely acknowledged to be some of the most beautiful in Finland.

Ukko-Koli. 6 slopes, 3 lifts. The elevation difference is 230 meters, the longest descent is 1500 m.
Loma-Koli. 4 slopes, including 1 for children. The height difference is 145 meters, the longest descent is 1050 m. www.koli.fi.

Vuokatti ski resort in Sotkamo

Located in the Kainuu region, the distance from St. Petersburg is approx. 720 km.
13 slopes, including 1 for children, 8 lifts, including 1 for children. The elevation difference is 170 meters, the longest descent is 1100 m, tracks for snowboarders.

One of the most modern and versatile winter recreation centers not only in Finland, but throughout Scandinavia. Thanks to diverse entertainment (alpine skiing, Santa Claus village Kuhmo, motor sleigh rides and dog sledding, restaurants with traditional cuisine), the resort Vuokatti(Vuokatti) is ideal for a family holiday.
The ski slopes in the Vuokatti resort are designed for all levels of skiing - both for beginners and experienced skiers. www.vuokatti.fi

Ski resort Ruka in Kuusamo.

One of the ski resorts most visited by Russian tourists in Lapland is located 25 km away. from the city of Kuusamo. Distance from St. Petersburg - approx. 1000 km.
28 slopes, 18 lifts, elevation difference - 201 m, longest descent - 1300 m

Ski resort Hand designed according to the Alpine model: a network of lifts connects all the slopes. The pride of the resort is the trails for snowboarders that meet all international standards.
Thanks to the possibility of artificial snow, the resort is one of the first to open the season and one of the last to close - the ski season lasts from October 1 to May 15. www.ruka.fi.

Pyhä ski resort

Located in the central part of Northern Finland, 130 km. from the city of Rovaniemi. Distance from St. Petersburg - approx. 1050 km.
14 slopes, 19 lifts, elevation difference - 280 m, the longest descent - 1800 m. Family slopes, children's ski area

Ski resort Puha located in the Pyhätunturi National Park, 50 km north of the Arctic Circle and is famous for its unique wildlife.
From the resort of Pyha it is only 20 km to the equally famous Finnish ski resort of Luosto. You can ski on the slopes of Pyha and Luosto with one ski pass. www.pyha.fi

Ski resort Luosto.

Located in the central part of Northern Finland, 120 km. from the city of Rovaniemi. Distance from St. Petersburg - approx. 1060 km.
8 slopes, 6 lifts, elevation difference - 234 m, the longest descent - 1600 m. Snowboard park.

Just like the Pyhä resort, it is very popular among tourists who value a relaxing, high-quality holiday. There is a ski school for children and beginners, and there are cross-country ski trails. www.luosto.fi

Ylläs Ski Resort

One of the largest ski resorts in Finland is located in the western part of Lapland, the distance from St. Petersburg is approx. 1100 km.
63 slopes, 29 lifts, elevation difference - 463 m, the longest descent - 3000 m. The total length of the slopes is 53 km. Two ski schools, children's slope.

Among the winter resorts in Finland, the Ylläs ski resort is number one in terms of height difference and length of slopes. The slopes of the Ylläs resort will satisfy connoisseurs of all types of skiing, including fans of snowboarding, telemark, freeride, and slalom. Ylläs resort has a very stable snow cover, so the ski slopes are always in perfect condition. www.yllas.fi

Ski resort Levi.

Located in the western part of Lapland, the distance from St. Petersburg is approx. 1250 km.
48 slopes, 26 lifts, elevation difference - 325 m, the longest descent - 2500 m.

Most of the slopes are suitable for beginners, but there are also 4 slopes for professionals.

Levi ski resort, Finland is one of the largest winter recreation centers in Lapland. Today, the tourist infrastructure of the Levi resort is designed to simultaneously accommodate 16 thousand vacationers. It is at the Levi resort that Finland's only ski lift with carriages is located, delivering skiers to the top of the mountain.
Levi Resort is more reminiscent of an Alpine ski resort than other ski resorts in Finland: all services are concentrated in the Lapland village, and hotels, cottages and bungalows are located in close proximity to the slopes. www.levi.fi/ru

When compiling the review, materials from the site ski.spb.ru were used

Messilä, the largest ski resort in Southern Finland, is located just 10 km from. It stands out from the many resorts in Finland primarily due to its unusual location on the territory of an ancient estate that has survived to this day. The amazing combination of an old manor and a modern ski resort creates an extraordinary atmosphere and a special mood here.

The unique nature of Messil, surrounded by the wooded ridges of the Salpausselkä moraine ridge and lake landscapes, creates excellent conditions for various leisure options. In winter, you can engage in almost any type of winter sport - from downhill and cross-country skiing to snowmobile safaris.

All resort services are located in close proximity to each other: a ski center with 10 slopes, 70 km of cross-country ski trails, ski school, rental office, 3 restaurants, various accommodation options, corporate services, and in the summer - golf and beach volleyball with camping area.

Messila is famous for its magnificent ski slopes, which are maintained in perfect condition throughout the season. This is a great place for beginner skiers and families with children. The resort offers easy to moderate slopes, as well as street, jumps and rails, making it very popular among snowboarders and freestyle skiers.

The ski season in Messila lasts from mid-November to early April.

Ski slopes

Messila has 10 illuminated ski slopes, of which 5 are red, 3 blue and 2 green, and a snow park with a street, jumps and rails. The resort is served by 9 ski lifts. All trails are illuminated, and snow cannons operate if necessary.

The green slopes are intended mainly for children; one of them has a rope tow and the other a belt lift. You can also go sledding on the children's slope.

The maximum height difference is 111 m, the length of the longest route is 950 m.

You can watch the broadcast from web cameras on the Messil slopes.

Ski pass and lift operating hours

SkiData smart cards are used in the Messilä ski resort; the cost of the smart card (6 euros) does not include the ticket price.

For children under 6 years old, skating is free if accompanied by an adult and wearing a helmet.

During the season the slopes are open from 10:00 to 20:00, on Sundays from 10:00 to 18:00, in the low season from Monday to Friday from 16:00 to 20:00, on Saturdays from 10:00 to 20:00 , on Sunday from 10:00 to 18:00.

Cost of ski passes for the 2017–2018 season

Multi-day tickets

Equipment rental

At the SkiMac rental point you can rent a full set of equipment for skiing - alpine, telemark, cross-country, or snowboarding, as well as helmets, goggles, etc. There is an inventory service point. Rent price .

Ski school

Ski school instructors teach both beginners and those wishing to hone their skills in downhill skiing, telemark skiing, cross-country skiing and snowboarding. There is a Werneri children's school.

Ski school contacts
e-mail: [email protected]
phone: +358 44 7575 737

Accommodation

In Messila you can stay in a hotel room, log cabin or rooms in separate two-story buildings.

Booking accommodation in Messila online .

You can also stay 10 km from Messilä in the city of Lahti. Check out the options on booking.com:

Things to do in Messila

Cross-country skiing, sleigh rides, riding club (6 km from Messilja), swimming pool (5 km from Messilj), winter fishing on Lake Vesijärvi, snowmobile safari. For children, there is a “Little Village” on the slope with a variety of winter attractions: zigzags and slides, “wild” slopes, a snow carousel and everything your imagination can handle.

The unique nature and quality of the ski slopes make the local ski resorts unique in their kind, and here both extreme sports lovers and those who would like to spend the winter holidays with the whole family will find entertainment to their liking. In this article we have selected the 5 most attractive ski resorts in Finland. Why do the northern Finnish regions attract skiers so much? Let's try to figure it out.

Snowy region and polar paradise

Along with Iceland and Norway, Finland is the northernmost country on the European continent. More than a quarter of its territory is generally located beyond the Arctic Circle. Here you can find different types of landscapes - from steppes, tundra and forests to arctic landscapes, and of course, to snow-capped mountains.

The mountains here are found mainly in the northern part of the country, in the homeland of Santa Claus himself, in the region known as Lapland. By the way, the slopes here are relatively low. The highest peak in the country - the slope of the Khalti hill reaches 1324. The peaks on which the ski slopes are laid are even lower - from 500 to 1000 m, and even less.

However, this type of mountainous terrain is considered very successful for winter skiing, the season of which lasts here more than 200 days a year - from October to the end of April. In general, Finnish slopes are gentle, but at the same time long. This is an ideal option for all beginners, or for those who are planning to ski with children.

There are 72 ski resorts in the country, but we have selected a list of the 5 most popular places for winter sports recreation. In our choice, we were based on such indicators as interest from the point of view of visiting, popularity among tourists, infrastructure and trail capabilities.

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We give first place to this particular resort, because we found it the most interesting, and we’ll tell you why.

Another name for the place is Kuusamo-Ruka, this winter sports center is considered one of the most elite, and at the same time, the most popular among domestic tourists. The highest height is 492 m., and the maximum height difference is only 201 m. This type of terrain is ideal for flat skiing (total length - 160 km). Here 34 descents, which can be reached using one of 21 funiculars. But there are also two springboards for extreme sports enthusiasts.

Also s Here you can ride a traditional reindeer sleigh or take a snowmobile ride. Renting snowboards here will be quite expensive, so it’s best to do it at home, in your hometown. So, renting equipment in St. Petersburg in our showroom will cost several times less than what they will offer you at the foot of the route - fact!

How to get there:

The distance from Ruka to St. Petersburg is 1010 km. The place can be reached either through the capital, Helsinki, along highway number 5 (850 km). Another option is to go through the nearest airport to Kuusamo, and from there towards Ruki by bus that runs from the airport. The third option is by train with the arrival point at Taivalkoski station.

Levi

Perhaps Levi can be considered an exception in the list of Finnish complexes, since it was created in the image of its Alpine counterparts. The highest point is 531 meters, with a maximum elevation difference of 325 m. It is considered the best center for winter sports, which is confirmed by the fact that the World Slalom Competition is held here every year at the very beginning of the season, in November, by the International Ski Federation.

In Levi you can visit 2 snow parks at once, and ride on 48 ski slopes, as well as climb using 27 cable cars. Only professionals are allowed on 4 tracks, 10 of them are purely children's slides, the remaining slopes are for skiers of any skill - both experienced and beginners.

The record length reaches 2.5 km, when the longest funicular is more than 1660 m. There are also trampolines and other entertainment for fans of extreme sports and stunts.

How to get there:

Levi is located near the village of Sirkka, at the foot of the mountain with the same name - Levi, in the Lapland region. You can get to the place either by plane (Kittilä airport) or by train (from the final railway station Kollari).

One of the oldest, but at the same time very popular ski centers in the country, whose history goes back more than half a century. The slopes of the resort, as well as the area itself, are located on six hills, which themselves represent a unique landscape.

The maximum height of the area is 718 m. The complex has 63 slides, among which the longest reaches 3 km. 6 slides are considered easy and are intended for beginners, and another 6 of them are exclusively for professionals.

There are 28 lifts on the territory, including gondola lifts. A notable feature of the local ski lifts is that some of them have... saunas! On the way, you can go up the slope and steam a little, and then, with the breeze, go down again to the foot.

How to get there:

Located near the Levi complex, also in western Lapland. At the foot of the mountains are the villages of Ekäslompolo and Ylläsjärvi. By plane, Kittilä or Pajala Ylläs Airport can be reached in less than an hour. By train you should also get off at Kolari railway station.

Pyhä-Luosto

This park is named in honor of the two ridges on which ski tracks are laid. But many people come to visit Pyhä-Luosto as a nature reserve, with a unique natural landscape and relict forest. The highest points of the park: Noitatunturi - 540 meters, and Ukko-Luosto - 514 meters. The maximum difference in slope heights: near Pyhä - 280 meters, while Luosto is slightly less - 230 m.

There are 10 slides on the slopes of Pyhä, with a maximum length of 1800 m. The number of lifts is 7. There is also a snowboard park here, as well as a flat ski track with a length of 75 km. On the neighboring mountain Luosto there are only 7 slopes and the longest one is 1600 meters. However, the length of the flat ski track reaches 95 km. The mountain is reached using 4 rope tow lifts.

How to get there:

Although the resort is located in the province of Lapland, it is perhaps the most northern ski resort in the world, located just 53 km from the Arctic Circle. The nearest airport is in the town of Rovaniemi, by train get off at the railway station - Kemijärvi.

Imatra

Resorts near the town of Imatra are especially popular among Russian tourists, in particular among winter sports enthusiasts from St. Petersburg. From the Northern capital to the destination - only 195 km, and from Vyborg even less - 65 km. Many people rent alpine skis and rent snowboards right in St. Petersburg, since it is several times cheaper than abroad, albeit nearby.

There is also a cool hotel with a water park, we recommend visiting it! And of course, don’t forget to stop at a fish store along the way :)

The ridges here are relatively low (height ranges from 60 to 70 meters), but the trails are comfortable and well equipped. FreeSki Park has 6 illuminated trails, including a separate sledding hill. Another park, Myllymaki, also includes 6 illuminated slopes, ski lifts (including a children's one), and sledding hills.

How to get there:

The city of Imatra is located near the southeastern border of Finland and Russia. The road from St. Petersburg in a straight line takes about 3 hours.

And here is a visual diagram of the “steepness” of the slopes

And if you still want to spend time without leaving our great country, check out our review Ski resorts of the Leningrad region .

Myllymäki, one of the many ski resorts in South Karelia, is ideal for beginners. If you prefer to relax actively, but at the same time extreme is alien, then Mill Hill (this is how the name of the resort is translated) is the best option. The mild climate of southern Finland, combined with moderately steep climbs, is also suitable for families with children. For them there is a children's lift and a sledding hill.

Myllymäki ski resort. Photo: finroute.ru

Ski resort Myllymäki

Resort Description

The closest cities to the resort are Imatra (about 15 km) and Lappeenranta (about 20 km). This proximity makes Myllymäki very popular among tourists, because there is a lot of entertainment in these two cities. Among them are the ruins of an ancient fortress, a water park, and a waterfall, which Catherine the Great once specially came to see. And the resort itself can be considered one of the region’s attractions. Excursions are organized here on weekends from the same Lappeenranta and Joutseno.

On Lake Saimaa, also located near Myllymäki, competitions among amateur fishermen are held. You can also just go fishing for your own pleasure and later show off your catch in the form of an unusually large trout.

The length of the longest slope is 600 meters, the maximum height difference is 70 meters.

Like many other Finnish resorts, Myllymäki has its own school - Saiski. To use the services of experienced instructors, you should worry about this in advance, otherwise there is a risk of being left without lessons under the guidance of professionals.

Another distinctive feature of all ski resorts in Finland is their developed infrastructure, including a large number of rental points for skiing, snowboarding, and skating rinks.

A separate lift will take you to the snow park, where you can master the sport of snowboarding. With the help of instructors here, you can take your first lessons without injury.

Good lighting allows you to ski even in the dark, although the ski area itself is open until 20:00. It's worth just going to the running track.

Schedule

The slopes of the Myllymäki resort are open: Tuesday – Friday from 15.00 to 20.00, during the mass holiday season for ski lovers (26.12-06.01, 18.02-03.03) from 12.00 to 20.00.

On Saturday and Sunday the resort is open from 10.00 to 19.00.

Prices

Lift pass prices (€)

Children and those over 75 wearing helmets are free.

Equipment rental cost (€)

Renting a helmet, ski goggles and poles costs 3 euros.

Ski school

Lessons at the ski school (duration 1 hour - 50 minutes)

Accommodation

Fashionable luxury hotels, small cozy cottages, budget but no less comfortable hotels allow you to choose an accommodation option depending on your financial capabilities, which makes Myllymäki attractive for tourists with different income levels.

Local hotels are more reminiscent of sanatoriums, where you can receive medical treatment and attend wellness treatments (regular and hydromassage, herbal baths). You won't be bored here, as various entertainment events are held every evening.

A calm evening in silence, sitting comfortably in front of the fireplace with a glass of hot grog - this is one of the best endings to a day full of events and activities (excursion program, skiing, long walks).

Entertainment

Ski slopes, mountain slopes, sledding - this is not the entire list of activities that are available at the resort. After all, Imatra and Lappeenranta are nearby, cities where there is also a lot of entertainment. Visiting attractions, a water park, shopping - all this will allow you to spend your time profitably.

At the Myllymäki ski resort itself there are also many places for entertainment: cafes, restaurants, bars, casinos. Clubs and discos open their doors to lovers of active nightlife. There is simply no time left to be bored. At your leisure, you can visit the sauna for complete relaxation.

Local restaurants serve national dishes of meat, mushrooms, and fish. Hot chocolate and grog are available to warm you up.

There is a separate track for children. It is safe because it cannot reach high speeds. However, it is worth taking a helmet with you so as not to worry about even non-traumatic falls. The resort also features a sledding hill.

How to get there

Myllymäki is attractive to Russian citizens due to its proximity to the border. The distance from St. Petersburg to the resort is 240 km. You can get there both from Imatra and from Lappeenranta. On weekdays you can get there by rail. An express bus from St. Petersburg to Lappeenranta departs daily. The distance from both cities to the resort is small, 15-20 minutes is enough to get there

FreeSki Ski Resort

The FreeSki ski resort in Ruokolahti offers a unique opportunity to go skiing and snowboarding next to Lake Saimaa, surrounded by picturesque scenery. The resort has 6 illuminated and well-maintained slopes with a height of 60 meters, including a special slope for sledding.

During breaks between skiing, you can refresh yourself in a cozy cafe on the slopes. Parking is located in close proximity to the slopes. Additional information about opening hours and ski pass prices can be found on the official website of the FreeSki resort -.

Other regional opportunities

Cross-country skiing

Safari

Winter and summer safaris are an integral part of Finnish holidays. Trips on snowmobiles or ATVs, combined with fishing and other types of outdoor recreation, are in greatest demand among foreign tourists. A safari is the best way not only to lift your spirits through new experiences, but also to get to know Finnish nature better and feel its magical charm... In the region of Finnish South Karelia, you can order your own safari tour with a program from a number of specialized companies.

Skating

Ice Palace UK Areena in Lappeenranta has two ice rinks and is intended for all lovers of skating and ice sports. The Ice Palace is open all year round!

Swimming in an ice hole

Swimming pool in Imatra: Indoor swimming pool, sauna, ice-hole swimming and other services in the Imatra pool. You can get to the ice hole through the pool hall. The swimming pool is open during the opening hours of the Sports Complex.

Coastal sauna Myllysaari: The Myllysaari coastal sauna is located near the Lappeenranta city beach, Myllysaari. In winter, the sauna provides the opportunity to swim in open water.

Imatra city

Small city in population Imatra occupies a significant area, since its three districts (Imatrankoski, Mansikkala and Vuoksenniska), separated by forest and water spaces, are several kilometers apart from each other. Imatra is located on the shores of Finland's largest lake, Saimaa. It is believed that tourism in Imatra began with a visit to the Imatrankoski waterfall by Empress Catherine II and her retinue in 1772. Soon it became fashionable for the St. Petersburg nobility to “take a ride to the doorstep.”

The Vuoksi River flowing within the city, which originates in Lake Saimaa and flows into Lake Ladoga, forms numerous rapids and the powerful Imatrankoski waterfall. If earlier this grandiose natural phenomenon could be observed in its natural form, then after the construction of a hydroelectric power station in 1929, the waterfall Imatras turned into a tourist attraction. The free fall of water into the canyon occurs on an hourly basis: from June 8 to August 25, daily at 19.00, on Sunday at 15.00. In August, a special display is organized when a raft with a huge fire is launched down the waterfall. On New Year's Eve, Sylvester's performance is staged: the waterfall "turns on", fireworks thunder and sparkle. The canyon itself, strewn with granite boulders, looks impressive at any time of the year. The Imatra Falls are surrounded by Kruununpuisto Park, the oldest nature reserve in Finland.

Holidays in Imatra is very diverse and you can find entertainment for every taste. Imatra has water park "Magic Forest" with the effect of thunderstorms and rain at the Imatran Kylpulya Hotel, where you can have a great time. The Imatra water park has a swimming pool, a mini-pool, a slide for children, saunas, a Turkish bath, a jacuzzi, and a hydromassage. Even the smallest ones can’t help but like such a vacation. Tropical warm water relieves stress with its noise, a jacuzzi relaxes and brings pleasure, a sauna has a beneficial effect on the body and fills it with strength. In addition to the water park, Imatra has aquatic center "Imatran Kylpyla" (Imatra Kulpulya Spa) where there are two swimming pools, cascades, a jacuzzi, hydromassage, a sun terrace, a Finnish sauna, a Turkish bath, a gym, table tennis, and other types of recreation. Spa center in Imatra offers hydrotherapy and wellness treatments: massages, herbal baths, inhalations, acupuncture.

Weather in Imatra
You can watch how the weather in Imatra changes - from a sunny day to a tropical downpour and again to a sunny day.
You can view the weather forecast in Imatra (English-language resource).

The depths of Saimaa and the fast current of the Vuoksa are a godsend for anglers. Vuoksen Kalastuspuisto is an oasis in the city center where you can camp, swim, catch and smoke salmon. The pleasure boat Vuoksen Lautturi offers landscape and museum cruises in summer and exciting pirate excursions for children.

Attractions

• Church of the Three Crosses, built in 1957 according to the design of the Finnish architect Alvar Aalto (of the 103 windows of the church, only 2 have the same shape).
• The Orthodox Church of St. Nicholas the Wonderworker, built in 1956 according to the design of the outstanding Finnish architect Toivo Paatela.
• Art Museum.
• Museum "Karelian House" - a Karelian farm of the 19th century.
• Workers' Museum.

How to get there:

By high-speed train Allegro from St. Petersburg it takes 1.5 hours to Vainikkala station. Vainikkala station can be reached by bus from the station or from Lappeenranta city centre. You can also travel to South Karelia by ship via the Saimaa Canal, which connects Lappeenranta and Vyborg.