He eagerly prepared to embark on his long-awaited escape to the cottage, feeling a mix of anticipation and tranquility. The crisp morning air brushed his face as he opened the car door, ready to embrace the adventure ahead. With each passing mile, the vibrant countryside unveiled itself, its lush colors and charming villages painting a picturesque scene. As the sun rose, casting a golden glow over the landscape, he smiled, knowing that serenity awaited him at the cottage nestled in nature’s embrace.
On the way: Porvoo-Myrskylä-Artjärvi-Iitin Rehtori
- Iitti, Olga Temosen Rehtori, way Google
- Olgan Farmi
After a long and arduous journey, he finally arrived at his destination. The charming house nestled in the heart of Imatra, a vibrant city pulsing with life. It is located in Southeastern Finland, near the border between Finland and Russia. It is situated in the South Karelia region and is part of the Kymenlaakso sub-region. Its prime location near the captivating shores of Lake Saimaa promised serene moments of tranquility. Imatra, known for its dynamic events and rich cultural tapestry, brimmed with anticipation. The air was thick with excitement as he embraced the city’s palpable energy. The flickering lights of the streets guided him toward the awaiting adventure, igniting a spark of anticipation in his heart.
Restaurants
Dining by Imatra, Flavors dance on eager tongues, Culinary bliss.
- Ravintola Nuotta Imatra (Satamalaiturintie 13)
- Sula, Google Maps
Hiking
Nature activities: Imatra offers a wide range of outdoor and nature activities. The area has an extensive network of hiking trails, cycling routes, and cross-country skiing tracks.
Balanced on its perch, Kummakivi defies logic, Nature’s mystery. Stone rests upon its tip, Whispering tales untold.
- Ruokolahden Kummakivi
- maanmittauslaitos: kummakivi map
- Saimaa geopark; kummakivi
- From Imatra: Google Maps
- Syrjäsalmen kalliomaalaus
- Syyspohjan Salpalinjan kiviesteet
Trip to the odd rock and Lappeenranta
- Imatra
- There is a roundabout in Honkaharju with a piece of art by Veronika Romanova in the center. She created concrete fish sculptures. uutisvuoksi, Google maps before art, 2018.
- kolmen ristin kirkko, Google maps
- Pappilanlahti
- Syyspohjan salpa-asema, Google Maps
- Kirpputori
- Kummakivi
- Virmutjoen risteys
- Utulan kauppa
- Next time: fillarilla: Utulankauppa
- Karonniemi
- Onnelan lammastila
- Äitsaari
- Lempiälän laavu
- Kontion leivintupa
- Rasila
- Huuhaanranta is one of the longest sandy beaches in Lake Saimaa. Huuhanranta stretches for 1.5 kilometers and offers an ideal setting for wading due to its shallow sandy bottom.
- Lappeenranta
- Hiekkalinna
Sandy shores beckon, Ruokolahti’s art takes form, Water molds the sand. Sculptures rise, nature’s embrace, Masterpieces by the lake.
Pappilanlahti
Kummakivi
Fishing
- Vuoksen kalastusalueet kartalla. “ Jokaisen 18–64-vuotiaan Vuoksen luvalla viehekalastusta harjoittavan henkilön tulee lisäksi suorittaa valtion kalastonhoitomaksu.” imatra.fi
- Lammassaari, kartta
- Sesongit: hauki: toukokuun puoliväli - marraskuu, ahven: kesäkuu - marraskuu. gosaimaa
- Saimaalle kalaan (pdf): “LUPA: Jos olet 18–64-vuotias, sinun tulee maksaa
valtion kalastonhoitomaksu. Sillä saat kalastaa
yhdellä vavalla ilman vesialueen omistajan lupaa
kaikkialla Suomessa, lukuun ottamatta vaelluskalavesistöjen koski- ja virta-alueita, kalastuskieltoalueita ja erityiskohteita (ks. kalastusrajoitus.fi)”
- Harjus: Pyyntimitta sisävesissä vähintään 35 cm
Beaches and activities
- Ukonlinnan uimaranta
- tennis
- asfalttikenttä ilmainen tennis: Mikon puisto, Google Maps
- tennis
Pumptrack Karhumäki
A pump track with BMX is a specially designed track for BMX riders. It features a compact dirt course with rollers, berms, and jumps. BMX riders use their body movements to generate and maintain speed without pedaling, allowing them to ride the track and perform tricks and maneuvers.
Rollers, berms, and jumps, BMX dances with dirt, Thrills in every turn.
Frisbeegolf
Disc flies through the air, Frisbee glides, seeking its mark, Trees whisper, “Challenge.” Tee to basket, strategic, Nature’s course, disc golf’s embrace.
Mikonpuisto (4.1p 2306)
Mellonmäki: heinikkoinen ja metsäinen rata. Katso rataesittely, YouTube
Other
“Fortum tekee kesällä korjaustöitä Imatran vesivoimalaitoksella. Korjausten ajan on käynnissä ohijuoksutus, eli vesi virtaa koskipadon läpi vapaana. Ohijuoksutus jatkuu heinäkuun alkuun saakka. Koskinäytökset alkavat korjaustöiden jälkeen 12.7.” kansallisihme.fi
- Vallinkosken kultturimaisema
- Konnunsuo
- Пригода в Іматрі
- Foreca sää - Imatra
Links
- chatGPT - prompts - private ta.dm
- tavarat messiin - private.dm sheets
- paikalliset kalastusrajoitukset kartalla kalastusrajoitus.fi
- Vaalimaa: Zsar Outlet - “Kummituskylä”: IS 9.7.2023