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ACTIVE ENJOYMENT IN THE KOUVOLA REGION
ACTIVE ENJOYMENTIN THE KOUVOLA REGION
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CONTENTS
4 Hiking and trekking5 Canoeing opportunities6 Different ways of Fishing
7 Horse-riding and trotting9 Cross-country cycling and cycling on roads10 Golf for all14 Water fun on beaches and at Aquapark17 Skateboarding and bowling18 Fitness centres19 Speed and extreme sports22 A diverse range of winter activities
Take a look and fall in love withwhat we have to offer!
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The nature, pristine waters and forests of the Kouvola region
offer a fantastic setting for sports and relaxation. Biodiversity is
one of the region’s strengths. From the many different hiking trails,
it’s easy to choose one that will suit your level of fitness and the
time that you have available. You can embark on a nature trail
on foot, on a bike or even in a canoe. There are many great
places to take a break on the canoe trails.
There is a wide range of opportunities for fishing, and southern
Finland’s best river for salmon, the River Kymijoki, flows through
the area. The region also has a large number of lakes and ponds
that have many fish. You can try out many types of fishing from
trolling and spinning to angling, ice fishing and fly fishing.
For horse-lovers, there are a great many stables and Kouvola
also has a trotting track of international standards. The region’s
top-quality golf courses attract golf lovers – both advanced and
beginners.
The Kouvola region offers diverse enjoyment for active people! You can practise many different kinds
of sport either with an instructor or on your own, from canoeing to horse-riding, from golf to cycling and
from downhill skiing to tennis. Exercise brightens up the days of both tourists and local residents alike.
Do you want speed and excitement or new experiences? If so,
Kouvola has a wide range of different possibilities. You can shoot
foaming rapids, climb vertical cliffs or go parachuting. Or are you
longing for the roar of an engine? You can experience fast-paced
thrills and spills either indoors at the Kouvola Formula Center or
outdoors at Kouvola Circuit at Tykkimäki.
It’s not only in summer that the local tourism companies organise
diverse programmes. In winter, such pursuits as snowshoe trekking
and tour skating are available, among others. For ski-lovers, there
are networks of tracks of different lengths that are sign-posted and
well-maintained. For downhill skiers and snowboarders, there are
slopes very near the centre of Kouvola. And, when it’s wet outside,
the delight of sports and exercise can be found indoors. There are
indoor swimming pools, gyms, bowling alleys, courts for racquet
sports and other alternatives for active sportsmen and women.
This brochure contains much information on the alternatives
and it can also be found at:
www.visitkouvola.fi, www.kouvola.fi/liikkujalle
www.iitti.fi
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HIKING AND TREKKINGKouvola is environmentally-friendly and diverse, offering
a variety of forest areas and parks. Land owned by the City
of Kouvola contains a dozen or so conservation areas and
nature and cultural trails, which offer great hiking and trekking
experiences to people of all ages.
Niivermäki Conservation Area is a unique location amidst
a built-up district. Niivermäki Nature Trail starts right outside
the Veturi Shopping Centre. The biodiversity of the area is
embodied in steep ‘rapakivi’ cliffs, ferns that border the stream
and woodland hollows. A description of the nature trail with
maps can be found at www.kouvola.fi/niivermaki.
More detailed route descriptions and maps of all the trails
can be found at the City of Kouvola website:
www.kouvola.fi/luontopolut
Trekking in rugged rocky terrainThe Repovesi area offers more than 40 km of different trails
from easy to difficult. You can begin the hike from one of three
entrances (car parks) to Repovesi National Park. Lapinsalmi and
Tervajärvi are situated in the southern part of the national park,
and Saarijärvi in the northern part.
Thanks to its varied and rugged landscape, Repovesi National
Park is one of the country’s favourite hiking destinations. In 2012,
it was voted Finland’s best hiking destination in terms of family
tourism. There is more information about it at
www.luontoon.fi/repovesi and www.visitrepovesi.fi.
Arboretum Mustila has hiking trails and a nature trail, along
which you can test your own knowledge of plants at question
points. Find out more at www.mustila.fi
In Iitti, the abundance of waterways and extensive areas of forest
create good opportunities for recreation in a natural setting.
You can move about freely in most parts of the forests. Berry-
and mushroom-picking are allowed within the limits of public
rights of access. Nature trails and paths increase the opportunities
for enjoyment in the forests and on the lakes. Available are trails
of different lengths from just a few kilometres to journeys of
almost 100 kilometres. More information:
www.iitti.fi/vapaa-ajan-palvelut/luonto-ja-ulkoilureitit
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HIKING AND TREKKING
Kyvi.fiKyvi is short for Kymenlaakson virkistysalueyhdistys ry
(Kymenlaakso Recreation Association). It maintains and develops
the local network for recreation in the province. Recently
renovated destinations for nature tourism include Villa Särkilampi
at Repovesi, Heisanharju and the excursion harbours in the eastern
Gulf of Finland. Come and have active fun in the area!
Kymenlaakson virkistysalueyhdistys ry · Vartiotie 4, 45100 KOUVOLA · tel. +358 (0)400 452 270 · [email protected] · www.kyvi.fi
There are many different routes for lovers of canoeing. Väliväylä
is renowned as an old log-floating route connecting the waterways
of Lake Saimaa and the River Kymijoki. Its chain of narrow lakes
and rivers follow smoothly on from each other. With its nature,
it is rich example of Finland at its most beautiful, and is one of
the cleanest waterways in southern Finland.
Repovesi is known for its idyllic waterways. With the exception
of its large stretches of open water, the area is also suitable for
novice canoeists with navigational skills. The national park itself
does not have marked canoeing routes. You can set off on a longer
canoeing trip, for example from Lapinsalmi Car Park, where there
is a canoe-carrying route to the shore along the rescue path.
There are several jetties for beaching canoes. When making
a route plan, it must be borne in mind that the eastern and north-
eastern parts of the area form the Pahkajärvi Shooting and
Military Exercise Zone, where admittance without a special permit
is forbidden. During the bird nesting season, moving around on
the small lake and pond should be avoided.
Along the western side of Repovesi on Vuohijärvi runs the Savon-
selkä Canoeing Ring Route. This route runs from Voikoski through
Vuohijärvi to Siikakoski and from there on to Verla. The route is
touted as the world’s longest inland canoeing route at 360 km.
The Puun tie canoeing route links Repovesi and Verla.
Find out more about Repovesi’s canoeing routes at:
www.visitkouvola.fi/fi/melonta, www.luontoon.fi/repovesi
www.tervarumpu.fi
The River Kymijoki is the outlet for the Kymijoki water system
in Finland. It is one of the Finland’s largest rivers in terms of its
surafce area. It begins at the main lake of the Kymijoki water
system at Päijänne and has five mouths entering the Gulf of
Finland. It is an excellent river for canoeing. Companies offering
a range of different services can be found at:
www.visitkouvola.fi/aktiviteetit/melonta
Vääntäjä FarmThree well-equipped holiday cottages available for rent.
Supplementary services include guided canoeing and nature
tours on the Väliväylä waterway. Rental and transport services
for canoes are also available.
Sovi and Matti Vääntäjä · tel. +358 (0)400 525 062 ·[email protected] · www.vaantajantila.fi
CANOEING
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FISHING
The River Kymijoki – southern Finland’s best salmon river
and other waterways offer ideal and diverse opportunities for
leisure-time fishing. Depending on the location, species such as
Atlantic salmon, trout, grayling, powan, pike-perch, pike and
perch are all attracted to the lures and baits in the water.
You can try out many types of fishing from trolling and spinning
to angling, ice fishing and fly fishing.
With the exception of angling and ice fishing, all other methods
are subject to a permit. The necessary permits depend not only
on the method of fishing and equipment being used but also on
the age of the fisherman and the area of water being fished.
Lure fishing requires a state fishing management payment and
a lure permit, which can be either a provincial lure fishing payment
or a lure permit for local bodies of water. The provincial permit
allows you to go spinning and trolling with one rod in normal areas
of water. Trolling with several rods and fishing in restricted areas
on the other hand always requires the procurement of a local lure
permit. Bait fishing, crayfishing and special methods of fishing
require not only payment of the fishing management fee but also
a fishing permit for local bodies of water. From the fishing permit
and payments table, you can check what permits and payments
are required for your preferred method of fishing.
SPECIAL FISHING AREAS:
Rapids fishing:
· Voikoski-Kymi sports fishing area
· Myllyjoki fly fishing area
· Isokäyrä lure fishing area
· Sonnanjoki fly fishing area
· Puolakankoski river fishing area
· Kymijoki Kuusankoski lure fishing area
· Kymijoki Kuusankoski natural fishing area
· Jyräänkoski-Jokela natural fishing area
· Kyykoski lure fishing area
· Keski-Kymi special fishing area
Lake fishing:
· Vuohijärvi lure fishing area
· Karijärvi lure fishing area
· Niska-Suolajärvi lure fishing area
· Pyhäjärvi lure fishing area
· Iitti lure fishing area
· Valkeala-Utti lure fishing area
· Vuolenkoski fishing area
Additional information:
· www.kymenlaaksonkalatalouskeskus.fi/
kalapaikat/kymenlaakso/
· www.kalastusluvat.net
· www.kalakortti.com
· www.ahven.net
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Yli-KaitalaThe joy of exercising in a natural environment. Come,
enjoy, try things out and stay the night! We offer a wide
range of summer and winter activities in the wonderful setting
of Kettujärvi and Kymijoki. Fish, hike and enjoy sauna with
your friends in such places as the unique Sammalsauna!
Yli-Kaitala ·Kaitalantie 323, 47490 MANKALA ·tel. +358 (0)5 326 5504 ·mobile, +358 (0)500 750 612 ·[email protected] · www.yli-kaitala.com
Ravilinna Leisure Centre: Sports hall · Well-equipped and
high-quality gym · Conference facilities for about 200 people
· 2 smaller meeting rooms · Youth facilities · Athletics track · Ski tracks to Kuusankoski and Nastola · An ice hall nearby
Ravilinna Leisure Centre in Iitti · Ravilinna, Veteraanitie 2, 47400 Kausala · www.iitti.fi
Ravilinna Leisure Centre
Loikalan Kartanon Ratsastajat / grounds
Loikalan Kartanon Ratsastajat ry is situated in Mankala
in the municipality of Iitti, in a pleasant and peaceful rural
environment. The spacious attic in the stable building can
accommodate parties and themed events for about 100 people.
In addition to riding lessons, hobby horse races, 2- or 3-day
camps for adults and pony-trekking through the countryside
are part of what we have to offer. We also organise events
specially aimed at families. Please ask us for an offer for your
event, be it workplace health promotion, stag and hen nights
or birthday parties. We will tailor a programme package
just to YOUR needs and wishes.
Loikalan Kartanon Ratsastajat / grounds · Kaitalantie 166, 47490 MANKALA · Heidi Rauha, tel. +358 (0)400 450802 ·Maiju Taimisto, tel. +358 (0)50 3449800 ·Facebook: www.facebook.com/
loikalankartanonratsastajat ·www.loikalankartanonratsastajat.
sporttisaitti.com
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Lehtoharju FarmLehtoharju Farm is a riding school accredited by the Equestrian
Federation of Finland at Keltti in Kuusankoski. We offer riding
lessons all year round as well as summer camps for riders of
all levels of skill. We have professionally-skilled staff and
horses suited to teaching activity, from little Shetland ponies to
larger half-breeds. Come and take a look around!
Lehtoharjun Tila · Keltintie 66, 45740 Kuusankoski · tel. +358 (0)40 556 783 ·www.lehtoharju.fi
Suursuo Riding Centre
A riding school accredited by the Equestrian Federation of
Finland near the centre of Kouvola. Riding lessons for people
of all ages and levels. Cross-country lessons also available.
Suursuo Riding Centre · Ravilankaari 8, 45160 KOUVOLA · tel. +358 (0)50-4333 999 ·www.suuruonratsastuskeskus.fi
Kouvola Trotting TrackCome and see some great equestrian sport, have fun and
win money! You’ll see the most magnificent horses and heated
battles down the home straight. In the grandstand restaurant
Riimu, you can enjoy top-quality food and drinks. Toto betting
is exciting and weekly winnings exceed €3,000,000.
Kouvolan Ravirata · Hevosmiehentie 1, 45160 KOUVOLA · tel. +358 (0)5 320 1101 ·[email protected] ·www.kouvolanravirata.com 27.6.
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Kouvola has fantastic possibilities for cycling, both for hobbyists
and for those who just use a bicycle as means of transportation.
The region has 375 km of cycling trails in built-up areas and
between them. The area of Iitti has more than 200 km of cycling
trails of different lengths, which offer alternatives for both
independent and guided cycling.
A free map showing Kouvola’s cycling trails is available from
libraries, the joint service point in the town hall and the tourism
and sports office. You can also download a digital map at
www.kouvola.fi/pyoraily. With the cycling trails marked on
the map, you can plan routes, and the map also highlights places
of interest for tourists.
Find out about Iitti’s cycling trails at www.iitti.fi/matkailu.
You can find more information about other regional and national
cycling trails that traverse Kouvola and Iitti at
www.outdoorsfinland.fi/pyoraily
The Mäntyharju-Repovesi cross-country cycling trail is 33 km
long. The route contains both easy and difficult sections. Precise
information about the trail and the services along it can be found
at www.mantyharju-repovesi.com. You can also hike or canoe
from Mäntyharju to Repovesi.
In Repovesi National Park, cycling is permitted on roads and
along certain trails. There are maps and instructions at
www.tervarumpu.fi/repovesi/maastopyöräily.
Information about all the Metsähallitus partner companies
operating in the area of Repovesi National Park can be found at
www.luontoon.fi/repovesi
CYCLING
TRAFFIC PARK
In summer at Kouvola Traffic Park, children can have fun riding
pedal cars and learning about the traffic rules and regulations.
The park is situated in the city centre at Jaakonpuisto along
Kalevankatu. You can check opening times for summer 2015 at
www.visitkouvola.fi or www.kouvola.fi/liikennepuisto
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Iitti Golf– a relaxing pastime
Iitti Golf Course is a beautiful, well-kept 18-hole course set between
two lakes. Our idyllic and beautiful environment exudes history.
The main building of our farm was built in the 1870s. You do not have
to book far in advance to play here. Play proceeds smoothly. The course
offers challenges to players of all levels. Green fees are reasonably
priced. Our cafeteria has a wide range of tasty snacks, both sweet and
savoury, which can be enjoyed with coffee or other beverages.
The course is 25 km from Kouvola, 45 km from Lahti and 145 km from
Helsinki. We are happy to assist in organising connecting transport to
Iitti Golf Course. Accommodation facilities can be found next door and
in local areas. We can help you to find accommodation and organise
transport between your place of accommodation and the course.
Come and play alone or in a group. Ask us for
an offer for playing and for other services.
Come and play at Iitti’s Niskaportti Golf Course!
Iitti Golf Oy · Iitintie 684, 47400 KAUSALA · tel. +358 (0)5-544 4400 · [email protected] · www.iittigolf.com
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Koski-GolfPlaying with friends in a wonderful setting, on a well-kept
course is the best was to take care of your own fitness.
Golf suits people of all ages and offers everyone the chance
to test their limits as they prefer. Eerola Golf Centre is nestled
in Kuusankoski by the River Kymijoki. The beautiful 18-hole
course, a large driving range and state-of-the-art services
form an entity that will meet the expectations of even
the most demanding golfer.
Koski-Golf welcomes all golfers and those interested in
the sport. We offer new players reasonably priced starting
packages that include a green card course, joining and
membership fee and green fees. In winter, golf skills can
be honed at our practice area in Kouvola Tennis Hall.
Come along!
Koski-Golf · Eerolanväylä 126,
45700 KUUSANKOSKI · tel. +358 (0)20 742 9820 ·[email protected] · www.koskigolf.fi
FRISBEEGOLF
Frisbeegolf is based on the same basic principle as traditional
golf – to get to the end of the course in as few shots (throws) as
possible. In frisbeegolf, the player uses a specially-made flying
disc instead of a club and ball. The player tries to throw the disc
into a metal frisbeegolf basket. Traditional golf uses different
clubs for different kinds of shots. Frisbeegolf, on the other hand,
has different discs for different throwing objectives.
You can play frisbeegolf in Kouvola at many different places,
such as Kouvola Sports Park, at Harjunmäki in Valkeala,
at Koivusaari in Myllykoski and at Liikasenmäki in Jaala.
More information:
www.visitkouvola.fi/frisbeegolf
www.valkealankajo.fi/hiihto
www.lcjaala.fi/frisbeegolf
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TykkimäkiTykkimäki resort is full of wild amusement and the thrill of
movement. There is something there for everyone to do, and it is
clean and safe. Nature is close by. All services are in the same
area, close to each other and near to Käyrälampi beach.
Cool wildness in the amusement parkThe 40 or so rides and games at Tykkimäki Amusement Park
ensure that there is always something more to do. Wild rides
can be taken at a height of 72 m, in the Star Flyer racing at 70
km/h or in the spinning Loop Fighter. There are special rides for
younger children and a wide range of services with food outlets
to keep revellers in a good mood. In between, you can go and
stroke animals at the Animal Farm or test your agility on
the Atreenalin low rope trail. On rainy days, you can gather
at the Upsy Daisy Kids’ Pavilion. Outside awaits Adventure
Land with all its exciting things to do.
Visiting address of the amusement park:
Kanuunakuja 2, Kouvola.
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Water frolics at AquaparkAquapark offers super-fun water slides on a mat, tyre or
without anything. In between the fast descents, you can have
fun on the smaller slides in the Waterplay play pool for
children. For the very youngest children, there is the shallow
Spray park paddling pool, where fun is guaranteed with
different water cannons and fountains.
At Aquapark, you can also swim for exercise, as there is
a full-length swimming pool 130 cm deep. For freshening up,
there are sauna facilities and changing rooms as well as a new
restaurant area with a large terrace. From the terrace,
you can also see the neighbouring Käyrälampi beach.
Visiting address of Aquapark:
Käyrälammentie 20, Kouvola.
Tykkimäki CampingYou can stay comfortably in the beautiful Camping area.
Tykkimäki Camping offers a peaceful place to spend the night
after a busy fun-packed day. The site has good services and
a wide range of accommodation alternatives. It’s also nice to
come here in a camper van or caravan.
Visiting address:
Käyrälammentie 22, Kouvola · tel. +358 (0)5 321 1226
Tykkimäki resort ·Kanuunakuja 2, 45200 Kouvola · tel. +358 (0)5 778 700 ·[email protected] · www.tykkimaki.fi
– Even more fun for the whole family!
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BeachesKouvola has 20 or so public beaches for bathing in the summer.
The most popular beaches in terms of numbers of visitors
are Käyrälampi beach, Urajärvi in Iitti, Särkät beach at
Lappalanjärvi and Venna beach at Haukkajärvi in Utti.
The water quality at the beaches is checked regularly.
Winter swimmingWinter swimming is a popular way to maintain your fitness
and health. The Kouvola region has many venues for winter
swimming such as at Likolampi at Valkealatalo Swimming Pool,
Veteraanimaja on the shores of River Kymijoki at Iiitti and
a winter swimming venue maintained by Myllykosken Latu ry
at Myllykoski.
More detailed information about beaches and winter swimming
venues can be found at
www.kouvola.fi/uimarannat
www.myllykoskenlatu.fi
Iitti has several beaches and also
a winter swimming place.
More information about these
can be found at
www.iitti.fi/vapaa-ajan-palvelut/
uimarannat-ja-avantouinti
SWIMMING
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BEACH VOLLEYIn summer 2014, new beach volley courts were built in
the Käyrälampi beach area. There a total of 12 of these high-
quality courts that have even been praised by the coaches of
the national team. They are situated right by Tykkimäki Aquapark.
You can find further information about the Käyrälampi
beach volley courts at www.kole.fi/fi/beachvolley.
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Kouvola has a total of six indoor swimming pools at
Inkeroinen, Kuusankoski, Valkeala, Koria and in
the centre of Kouvola, where there are two. These
pools also have gyms. You can find more information
about the equipment, opening hours, prices and
locations of the pools at
www.kouvola.fi/uimahallit
www.elimaenpuustelli.fi
Further information about all the gyms maintained
by the City is at
www.kouvola.fi/kuntosalit
SWIMMING POOLS AND GYMS
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Myllykosken Latu ryA health and exercise club that provides a wide range
of guided exercise services for people of different ages.
We rent out, among other things, holiday timeshares, canoes,
church boats and even a hut in the forest.
Myllykosken Latu ry · Kytömiehentie 7, 46800 MYLLYKOSKI · tel. +358 (0)400 728 863 ·[email protected] · www.myllykoskenlatu.fi
INDOOR SKATE PARK
Kouvola’s new indoor skate park at Valkeala offers enthusiasts
great facilities at Kauppamiehentie 24. You can find more
information about the park at its Facebook page.
Tirva stageThe number one dancing venue in Kymenlaakso on summer
Sundays for more than 60 years.
Tirvan lava · Pasintie 210, Tirva · tel. +358 (0)50 532 4363/Eero ·tel. +358 (0)400 354 985/Anssi · www.saunalahti.fi/tirva/frame.htm
KuusankoskiBowling Alley
Opening times: Mon – Thur 3.00 pm – 8.00 pm, Fri 2 pm - 6 pm,
Sat 11 am – 5.00 pm (9.00 pm), Sun closed
Neon bowling: Fri-Sat from 5 pm. Other times by arrangement.
Kuusankoski Bowling Alley · Uimahallintie 10 (Urheilutalo),
45700 KUUSANKOSKI · tel. +358 (0)5 374 8390 ·www.kuusankoskenkeilahalli.com
Happy BowlingWould you like to spend quality time with your loved ones?
Are you having a party? Can you mix business and pleasure?
There are plenty of questions and we can answer all of them!
www.happybowling.fi
Happy Bowling – Kouvola Bowling Alley · Salpausselänkatu 40,
45100 KOUVOLA · tel. +358 (0)20 734 0180 ·[email protected] · www.happybowling.fi
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EasyFit KouvolaA sports centre for both men and women. Joining fee €29.90
and monthly fee €29.90. Membership valid indefinitely subject
to 30 days’ notice.
Gym, group aerobics, exercise bikes and functional training.
EasyFit Kouvola · Kauppamiehenkatu 4, 45100 KOUVOLA · [email protected] · www.easyfit.fi
LadyLine KouvolaA wellbeing centre for women. A gym, group aerobics, personal
trainer, gym sessions with an instructor, functional training, Fustra,
saunayoga, sauna for relaxation and infra-red sauna.
Try it out three times without charge.
LadyLine Kouvola · Kauppamiehenkatu 4, 45100 KOUVOLA · tel. +358 (0)5 535 3573 ·[email protected] · www.ladyline.fi
AktiivikuntoutusSTART to feel healthier and more energetic either
on your own or by taking group lessons!
In active rehab, a body survey done by a physiotherapist
includes important information about the body’s muscle
balance and wrong positions that may cause pain, as well
as measurement of the composition of the body. From active
rehab, you’ll get information on the correct, economical way
to stress your body as well as a personal guide to nutrition.
We also tailor workplace health promotion packages for
companies, which can include lectures on ergonomics or
nutrition and muscle condition tests for staff.
PHYSICAL TREATMENT, EXERCISE, GYM AND PERSONAL
TRAINER SERVICES ALL UNDER ONE ROOF.
Aktiivikuntoutus · Kotkankallionkatu 30,
45120 Kouvola · tel. +358 (0)5 311 0338 ·[email protected] · www.aktiivikuntoutus.net
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This special venue for Latin dance in the centre of Kouvola offers
fun and great experiences to all lovers of dance and functional
training. Weekly lessons include for example Zumba, Reggaeton,
Salsa, pole dancing and kizomba. Almost every week there is the
chance to take part in some fantastic international workshops and
parties! We organise events and perform in different line-ups.
Please contact us and ask for further information!
Studio Move Up · Huoltokatu 7,
45100 KOUVOLA · tel. +358 (0)400 87 3329 · www.studiomoveup.com
Studio Move Up
Sports & Martial Arts centre
Fight Club KouvolaFacilities rental • Equipment sale •
Tailored sports events • Group lessons
Fight Club Kouvola Oy · Kauppalankatu 4,
45100 KOUVOLA · tel. +358 (0)41 4662658 ·[email protected] · www.fightclubkouvola.com
IntersportFull-service Intersport is situated in Southeast Finland’s largest
shopping centre, Veturi. You will get new enthusiasm for sports
from Intersport’s great selection and our professionally-skilled
and helpful staff will assist you in choosing the products that
suit you best. We look forward to seeing you!
Intersport · Veturi Shopping Centre, Tervasharjunkatu 1,
45720 KUUSANKOSKI · [email protected] · www.intersport.fi
FunFit Fitness CentreOur well-equipped gym in the heart of the city is open 24/7
for men and women of all levels of fitness. We offer a wide
range of different group exercises from dance to hot yoga
and from spinning to muscle condition training. We give
instruction in Finnish, Swedish and English. Our Personal and
Fun Trainer muscle-toning course will help you to achieve your
targets. We also have a solarium and massage services.
Liikuntakeskus FunFit · Kouvolankatu 15, 45100 KOUVOLA · tel. +358 (0)5 311 0022 ·[email protected] · www.funfit.org
KuntokellariAt Kuntokellari, you can train without having to become
a member, whether your aim is just to increase your level of
fitness or ’serious training’. With your personal magnetic key, you
can go and train at any time between 5.30 am and midnight.
Kuntokellari · Kauniskankaantie 2,
45360 VALKEALA · tel. +358 (0)400 283 488 ·www.kuntokellari.fi
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ROCK CLIMBING
Rock climbing is a sport in which the climber’s mental and
physical attributes combine in the enjoyment of nature.
The Olhavanvuori cliffs in Repovesi National Park rise up to
a height of more than 40 metres. Olhavanvuori is known for its
beautiful and diverse climbing routes both in summer and winter.
In the opinion of climbing enthusiasts, it is the heart of Finnish rock
climbing. In addition to Olhavanvuori, in Kouvola you can also
climb at Mielakka and at Louhos in Kuusankoski.
Skydive Finland ryA word of warning – you may enjoy skydiving! Freefall and
parachuting are experiences beyond compare. Come and try
a tandem jump with an experienced instructor or learn to jump
yourself on a NOVA (AFF) course! Skydive Finland ry runs
the largest dropzone in the Nordic countries at Utti.
Skydive Finland ry · [email protected] ·tel. +358 (0)40 506 8070 (Tue–Thu 10–14) · Facebook: Hyppaa.fi · Twitter: Skydive Finland · Instagram: skydivefinland · www.hyppaa.fi
HYPPAA.FI
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Crosskart driving at Tykkimäessä
Come alone, in a group or with colleagues from work – we will
organise an unforgettable experience for you! Speed Car XTRM
is a powerful and versatile car that can be steered with either
hand. Whether you are a beginner or an experienced racer,
the car will provide you with challenges and fun!
Kouvola Circuit Oy · Tehontie 51, 45200 KOUVOLA · tel. +358 (0)400 870275 ·[email protected] · www.kouvolacircuit.com
Kouvolan Formula-CenterWe offer great driving throughout the year to both beginners
and professionals with our high-speed carting track and cars.
Come and drive without having to book a time. We are open to
all drivers within our normal opening hours, with the exception
of during private functions. Before coming, call to check that you
will get to drive.
Kouvolan Formula-Center Oy · Kiltakuja 2, 45740 Kuusankoski · tel. +358 (0)5-37 50 120 /
+358 (0)400 716 250 · www.kouvolan-formula-center.fi
ElämysBunkkeri & K7 climbing cave
K7 is easy to find from the Valtari Shopping Centre. It’s easy
to come and try climbing or formula racing alone or with
a friend. There are also climbing courses with an instructor and
regular climbing sessions for societies. Together with its partners,
ElämysBunkkeri has Southeast Finland’s most extensive offering
of programme services and activities including a Formula
One simulator, neon minigolf and paintball both outdoors and
indoors. The Close-up magician and Voimateatteri theatre
offer great experiences for small and large groups alike. There
are atmospheric licensed premises with catering services and
many different alternatives for sauna bathing. A ready-made
adventure package with professional service is an easy choice!
ElämysBunkkeri, K7 & Voimateatteri · Kauppakeskus Valtari, Kouvolankatu 15,
Kouvola · tel. +358 (0)10 666 1939 · [email protected] · www.bunkkeri.fi
www.k7.fi
www.toimintavoima.fi
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Kouvola has a total of about 180 km of well-maintained ski
tracks, of which 110 km are illuminated. The tracks can be found
on the track map, which is sold at ski huts, swimming pools,
the city’s joint service point, Kouvolan Matkailu and
the Kouvolatalo museum shop in Poikilo.
Iitti offers, among other things, a high-quality ski track on
the route Kausala-Anhava-Kuusankoski-Kausala (about 40 km),
on which it is possible to ski using both the classic and skating
styles. The route starts from the Kausala sports field or the ski hut.
Further information on the tracks and the most recent time
when the tracks were serviced can be checked at
www.kouvola.fi/latuseuranta
www.iitti.fi/vapaa-ajan-palvelut/luonto-ja-ulkoilureitit
Skiing on these tracks is free of charge.
In Kouvola, the ski season may also start at Anjala and Valkeala,
where there are tracks made with artificial snow that are subject
to a charge. Further information about these can be found at
www.anjalanliitto.net
www.valkealankajo.fi
In winter after the ice has formed, you can try out tour skating
on Kuusaanlampi at Savonsuontie 8 Kuusankoski. Kuusaanlampi
is located just a couple of kilometres from the centre of Kouvola.
In addition to skating, you can also ski, go sledging or go ice-
driving in the area. Opening times and other information can be
found at www.visitkouvola.fi, www.seikkailuviikari.fi.
SKIING
TOUR SKATING
Ski routes in the area of RepovesiIn winter, ski tracks are made mechanically in the area of
Repovesi. Before setting out, the condition of the tracks should be
checked at www.luontoon.fi/repovesi
Many of Repovesi’s lakes and ponds are fed by springs so
the ice may be surprisingly weak. This is good to know when
moving about on skis or snowshoes.
Repovesi adventure daysEvery year in late winter, Repovesi Adventure Days are held.
Before this annual event takes place, detailed information about
it is given on the Metsähallitus website at www.luontoon.fi/
repovesi/ajankohtaista and the visitkouvola.fi website.
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Mielakka Ski ResortMielakka Ski Resort is located just a couple of kilometres
from the centre of Kouvola. Our slopes are suitable for
skiers of all levels! At southern Finland’s coolest snow park,
both the young and the old can show off their skills. With the
new Lastenmaa for children now open, ski fun can be had by
the whole family in the sledging tube, the downhill ski slopes,
Minipark and the children’s slopes! Kids both large and small
can go on our new ‘magic carpet’ lift and there is also a ’kota’
hut and a place for making campfires. At our equipment rental
shop, we have equipment for downhill skiing, snowboarding,
telemark skiing and cross-country skiing. At the Mielakka shop,
you can buy woolly hats, gloves, goggles and many other items
of winter sports equipment. The slope cafeteria offers tasty
snacks and hot drinks for you to enjoy during a break from
skiing. The resort also offers direct access to the city’s
well-maintained and illuminated network of ski tracks.
Bring the whole family to Mielakka Ski Resort!
Mielakan Rinnekeskus · Ojaniityntie 3, 45120 KOUVOLA · Ski resort +358 (0)5 3752553,
Sales service +358 (0)40 9000 679 · www.Facebook.com/Mielakka · www.instagram.com/mielakka · www.mielakka.com
Kouvolan Matkailu gives guidance and advice on
questions concerning tourism in the Kouvola region.
Kouvolan Matkailu
Kouvola Innovation Oy
Kauppalankatu 5
(entrance on the Keskikatu side)
45100 Kouvola
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