How do you wish to spend your holiday?
Nature explorer, active vacationer or authenticity seeker, attention! Lahti and Lake Päijänne region is the most easily accessible Lakeland destination in Finland, located only an hour north from Helsinki. As European Green Capital 2021 Lahti is the leading green city in Finland.
In Lahti, the city is in your front yard, and lake nature in your backyard!
Best for you right now, dear nature traveler
Guided nature excursions from VisitLahti Online Shop
Get the most of your nature excursion with a professional guide!
Selected nature trails for you
Lapakisto, the favourite of families with children, Päijänne National Park, the Aurinko–Ilves or Päijänne–Ilves connection routes to Evo Hiking Area, the Tiilijärvet route, the Lehmusreitti urban nature trail and many other paths and trails provide varying terrain, beautiful landscapes and atmospheric lean-tos for enjoying your snacks.
Tips for sustainable travel
Travel sustainably and the nature loves you back. Visit Lahti gathered some tips for sustainable travel.
Get inspired! Travel stories from Lahti region
Visit Lahti gathered a selection of blogs and articles from international writers. Read and pick the best tips for your holiday in the Lahti region.
Book your holiday from VisitLahti Online Shop
We gathered a selection of holiday packages, equipment rental, entrance tickets and guided tours in the Lahti region.
Book your visit hereWhere are the most instagrammable spots in Lahti?
Check our list of tips! But what do you say, which spots do you find most instagrammable? Share your photos in Instagram and tag them @visitlahti_official and #visitlahti.
Check our list hereLive like a local
Experience the Lahti region as the locals experience it in their daily lives. Try ice swimming, find the best bike and nature trails, or bake buns at a local home. On the Doerz platform, local citizens offer authentic experiences in good company.
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