Repovesi National Park
Kouvola and Mäntyharju area
South-East Finland
One of the most iconic locations in Repovesi is the suspension bridge at Lapinsalmi. It is a challenge for anyone with fear of heights and offers an unforgettable vistas for anyone who enjoys rugged wilds. Ketunlenkki (Fox Track) along which the suspension bridge can be found departs from the gate of Lapinsalmi and is an excellent option for the first-timers.
Ketunlenkki (Fox’s Trail), 5km, is a circular trail in the most exemplary scenery of the national park. Along with the famous suspension bridge of Lapinsalmi the trail leads to the vantage point of Katajajärvi. Read our story here!
Korpinkierros (Raven’s Trail), 4,5km, circles the Olhavanlampi lake. You will also rise to the famous Ohlavanvuori while on this trail.
Geocatching trail familiarizes the traveller to the nature and history of the area. It is a great choice for someone visiting Repovesi for the first time and for geocatchers of all experience.
Kaakkurinkierros is a circular trail of 25km and it takes you through all of the best attractions of Repovesi.
There are no marked water hiking trails but the water systems of the area suitable for paddling and planning a route suitable for your expertise with a map is both easy and rewarding. Please take notice that the eastern and northeastern parts of the Park are marked as safety zone for shooting and training grounds. Moving there without a special permission is forbidden.
The Savonselkä circular trail for paddling runs on the western side of the area from Voikoski to Verla.
Mäntyharju-Repovesi Trail is a beautiful trail for cycling. It is 33-40 kilometers in length and there are numerous laavus (lean-to) and kotas (goahti) along the way.