Motorsports in the Lahti region
Located just over an hour from Helsinki, the upgraded KymiRing in Iitti is a cutting-edge motorsport venue in the Lahti region. With a world-class track and top-tier facilities, it offers a unique setting for a wide range of motorsport events and experiences. Highlight of the Summer ’25 will be the FIM Motocross World Championship, known as MXGP which will take place on Jul 12-13, 2025.
KymiRing Season One
12.-13.7.2025
13.-15.6.2025
Welcome to Kymiring!
About KymiRing circuit
KymiRing is Northern Europe’s only GP Circuit that was desinged to fulfill the highest requirements of FIM and FIA. The track is 4,5 kilometers long with 21 curves and has an altitude difference of 18 meters. The length of the main straight is 1.1 km – the longest GP straight in Europe.
KymiRing operates under new ownership from 2024.
Getting here
Book your flight or ferry to Helsinki.
City of Lahti is located less than an hour from Helsinki Airport by train or car, and an hour from the harbours of Helsinki. Closest cities from the KymiRing circuit are Lahti and Kouvola.
KymiRing Street address: Kymentie 748, Kausala
Arrival informationArrival in KymiRing
Getting around in Finland is easy and ecological. Finland’s public transport is reliable and runs smoothly. KymiRing is situated at Tillola in the municipality of Iitti. The nearest cities are Lahti and Kouvola – driving time from Lahti to KymiRing takes 45 minutes and from Kouvola it takes 15 minutes. The nearest village to KymiRing is Kausala within 10 minute driving time.
Getting around
Train connections from Helsinki
Check trains departing from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport and buy tickets online. Take the commuter train to Tikkurila station and change trains there for Lahti and Kouvola.
By Bus from Helsinki
By bus from Helsinki-Vantaa airport to Lahti, takes 1 hour 20 minutes. Check the timetables and buy tickets online.
Information about Shuttle bus service will be added here later.
Rent a car
KymiRing is located 1 hour 40 minutes from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport by car. Driving time Lahti Travel Centre – KymiRing 35 minutes and Kouvola Travel Centre – KymiRing 20 minutes. Rent a car from Helsinki airport.
Finding the right accommodation
Accommodation in the Lahti region
Choose between a lakeside cottage, a B&B, a modern city hotel or a design villa with all mod cons, an affordable apartment hotel or a manor house. You can find these and many other accommodation alternatives in the Lahti region here.
Camping sites in the Lahti region
Take a look through this section to find the place for tenting and camping in Lahti region.
Cottages by the lake
Lahti region boasts a range of high-quality rental cottages – what would be more relaxing than to enjoy a stay at a cottage with all the mod cons in beautiful natural surroundings. Check out the options and book your dream cottage!
Accommodation in Kouvola
Kouvola city centre is located only 15 minutes from KymiRing. There are both hotels, manors, villas and cottages to choose from.
Staying in Lahti
Eat & Drink
Sights not to miss
Beautiful Finnish nature
Enjoy Finnish Lakeland
FAQ – Practical information about Finland
Capital city: Helsinki
Currency: Euro (symbol: €, code: EUR)
Electric plug type: C & F
Language: Finnish, Swedish
Tap Water
Tap water in Finland is among the highest quality tap water in the world and is not only completely safe, but a pleasure to drink.
Currency and payments
The local currency in Finland is Euro (EUR). All major credit cards are widely accepted in Finland. For an ATM machine, look for the sign “OTTO”. These 24-hour cashpoint machines are widely available and accept the following international ATM and credit cards: Visa, Visa Electron, EuroCard, MasterCard, Maestro, Cirrus and EC. Banks are usually open on weekdays 10am–4:30pm.
Grocery shopping
Grocery stores are open daily, usually between the hours of 8:00 and 20:00
Tipping
Tipping is not expected in Finland and a service charge is added in hotels and restaurants. Finnish people do tip (max 10%) only if they wish to appreciate good service or delicious food. It is not obligatory to give a tip to the taxi drivers.
Emergency
In case of emergency, call 112 (no country code is required)
Weather:
Around 100 days of summer. June – August, temperatures +15°C – +32°C