With children

We all look forward to fun holiday trips, but no one is more excited about them than the family’s youngest members. Before packing your backpacks, it’s a good idea to pause and think about what you want to do on your holiday. Is your family excited about nature trips, exercising all day, cultural experiences or maybe all of the above?

Favourites of the summer season

Lahti Museum of Visual Arts Malva

Malva is a new museum full of art, design, posters and culture in Lahti, less than an hour away from Helsinki. Malva offers wonderful experiences for the whole family and kids under 18 years visit the museum for free!

At Malski, under the same roof with Malva, you find museum shop, restaurant Malskin Bistro and Kahiwa Café and Bakery. Have lunch or a cup of coffee before, after or in-between the exhibitions.

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Laune Family Park – a favorite destination for families with children!

Laune Family Park is all time favorite! Numerous slides, climbing frames and children´s traffic park offer nice things to do for the whole family. The park is located only two kilometers from the center of Lahti. Free entrance. Address: Kaarikatu 26, Lahti

Active Holidays for All Ages – Pajulahti and Vierumäki

Pajulahti is a versatile sports and holiday center in Nastola, where families can enjoy activities, nature, and quality time together. From the Adventure Park and indoor swimming pool to the Lake Pool on the lake, there’s something for kids and adults alike. The area is fully accessible, making Pajulahti a great choice for everyone.

Vierumäki is a vibrant center for sports and wellness, perfect for families looking for an active getaway. Try out swimming, padel, badminton, or head to the scenic trails. There’s plenty to do indoors and outdoors, year-round.

Family activities

Spa in Holiday Club Vierumäki

The new spa offers experiences for the whole family. A variety of swimming pools, water streams, slides, sauna and outdoor pool complete Vierumäki’s wide range of activities. Go on a spa holiday!

Where to eat?

Family trips are all the more memorable when great food is part of the adventure! The Lahti region offers delicious stops for all ages – whether you’re exploring by stroller, bike, or boat.

Discover Lahti’s street food, embark on a culinary journey along the waterways, or find new family favorites in cozy cafés and welcoming restaurants.

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Nature favourites for the whole family

Conquer Lahti Region on bike

Lahti region with its varied terrain and landscapes is great for cycling all year round. Winter cyclists head to Salpausselkä Trails, Vierumäki and Aurinkovuori in Asikkala.

During the summertime jump on your bikes and head to Laune Family Park, a favourite destination for families. Explore the best lakeside scenery in Lahti and stop by the lovely musical fountain at Pikku-Vesijärvi park.

We have gathered tips for routes with numerous points of interest and a broad range of services along the route.

cycling

During bad weather