Lappeenranta Travel Guide

Lake Saimaa is Finland's largest lake and Europe's fourth, a labyrinth of islands and narrow channels woven through the forests of southeast Finland. It is the only home of the endangered Saimaa ringed seal — boat cruises may meet this rare species in quiet bays. The lake shines in every season: summer boating and sauna, winter ice and snow, with cottages and lighthouses along the shore. The most relaxed model of Finnish 'lake life', and the watery backdrop to a Savonlinna castle trip.