How to get here

The Savonlinna region at the heart of Lake Saimaa

Lake Saimaa, the fourth largest freshwater lake in Europe, offers sparkling pure waters dotted with 14,000 islands and ovet 15,000 kilometers of shoreline. It is in the top 5 most beautiful lakes in the world - a winding labyrinth filled with breathtaking scenery and the purest nature. The Savonlinna region is Finland's oldest tourist destinations since the 19th century. In the region you will find a perfect combination of nature, history and culture.

How to get here?

By rental car

In Finland, the distances between cities and destinations are sometimes long. Public transport runs well, but in smaller towns it is safest to choose your own car, especially if you want the freedom to move around according to your own preferences and schedules. Driving in Finland is on the right, and mainly foreign driving licenses are also valid here, with some exceptions.

By train

You can also get from Helsinki to Savonlinna by train. The trip includes 2 changes and takes an average of 4 hours 20 minutes. The time is almost the same as when driving a car. In Finland, rail traffic is operated by VR. The most convenient way to buy tickets is online, in the VR Matkalla app and at R-kiosks. Timetables can be found on the website, app and railway stations. Traveling with train is very safe and ecological.

By bus

Savonlinna can also be easily reached by bus and at the same time you also have time to observe the wonderful nature and landscapes of Finland. Get to know the routes and bus operators. In Savonlinna city center all city buses are electric buses. Local charter bus services also available.

By plane

Fly from Helsinki-Vantaa airport to Savonlinna airport in an hour. On weekdays daily departures. In 2024, we signed two cooperation agreements with different tour operators for charter and part-charter flights to Savonlinna. A Dutch tour operator Voigt Travel (Rotterdam - Savonlinna - Rovaniemi) and German tour operator Zonista (Frankfurt - Savonlinna).