Enjoy a restful vacation by Keitele

Enjoy a restful vacation by Keitele

Welcome to vacation! TThe new Äänekoski is located in the middle of the most beautiful part of Finland. The new Äänekoski, Suolahti, Sumiainen, and Konginkangas regions, located on the shores of crystal clear lake Keitele, offer excellent opportunities for a day trip or longer vacation. You will be able to enjoy the peaceful atmosphere whether you are traveling with a car, recreational vehicle, or a motorcycle. One should also not forget the fantastic fresh-water boating opportunities. You will sleep well cradled by the tranquility of nature or in the comfortable bedding of a city hotel. Easy to get here, care-f ree once here

TThere are interesting sights along the Keitele shores ranging from churches, the nostalgic environment of the Wanha railway station, and the sense of history of an old industrial town. Fantastic boating possibilities open up to travelers at the Suolahti visitor harbour and the intersection of boating and road traffic at Matilanvirta. Cultural thirst can be quenched at the Äänekoski Art Museum or by viewing the Laaja-Art pieces. Welcome to vacation! You can stop by one of the small handicraft shops along your journey to purchase gifts to take back to friends and family or to decorate your home with a unique look. A selection of quality restaurants and cafeterias are at your disposal to satisfy any appetite. You can find additional information about our services at www.aanekoski/matkailijalle. Welcome to a relaxing vacation! Memorable sitess, wonderful discoveriess

To the Keitele Loop, Green Passage Tour and site-see TThe new Äänekoski offers relaxing vacation style on its every acre. You will enjoy the nature and piquant cultural tones of the area based on your preferences. Stop at one site or move like the wind from one site to another. The attached map illustrates a suggestion for your holiday route. The 80 kilometer land route, which we have named the Keitele Loop, follows the lush lake shores through towns and countryside of the new Äänekoski. You will see our most significant sites along the journey. If you like, you can rush through the loop in a day or you can stay as our guest for a longer period of time. If you are going north from Jyväskylä, we recommend the fantastic Green Passage scenic road, which takes you to Konginkangas at the E-4 intersection after passing through Kuusa in Laukaa, Äijälä, and Sumiainen.

I hiking on the nature trails. You can dive in for a swim whenever you like. It is easy to forget the every-day troubles in beautiful nature. In the summer Keitele invites you fishing, boating, cycling, or Enjoy Nature Excellent ski trails fascinate the winter visitor. There are also plentiful guide and wilderness safari services available to the nature enthusiast. You can enjoy the tranquility of the old forests in the Kapeenniemi wilderness-like outing area by observing flying squirrels or fishing for trout. Alternatively, the thrill-seeker will be delighted by whitewater rafting at Kapeenkoski. The best way to view the diverse nature of the Äänekoski lake scenery is by taking the windy Singing Groke nature trail through mountains and beautiful peaty forests. Water refreshess, tranquility relaxes s

Enjoy Events TThe traveler will encounter a rich palette of events at Uusi Äänekoski. During the nicest nights of the summer you can swing to Keitele Jazz or listen to the sweet melodies of the guitar at the Sumiainen Iron Wire Shake festival. The Suolahti international music camp offers high-quality musical experiences from different parts of the world for your enjoyment. In addition to music, there are several other events in the area. Martin Kievari is filled during summer nights with drama and comedy as Theater Europe Four takes the stage. The diverse program selection of the Suolahti Hall includes concerts and theatrical performances. One should also not forget the high-quality sporting events, such as Huima basketball and soccer matches. Live the story, dive into the rhythm

TOURIST INFORMATION tel. +358 20 632 2013 matkailu@aanekoski.fi www.aanekoski.fi/matkailijalle TOURIST OFFICE Äänekoski Art Museum Kuhnamontie 1 Open June-July Tue-Fri 12-18, Sat-Sun 12-16

to Oulu n. 275 km The Keitele Loop follows the Äänekoski - Konginkangas Sumiainen - Suolahti route. The tour is approx. 80 kilometers long. 8 7 9 10 4 E75 11 637 5 12 13 6 to Kuopio n. 120 km 15 4 to Kokkola n. 200 km 6450 69 14 642 to Äijälä, Kuusa, Laukaa 18 13 3 2 17 1 16 to Laukaa, Jyväskylä 4 E75 The Green Passage scenic road takes you to Konginkangas at the E-4 intersection after passing through Kuusa in Laukaa, Äijälä, and Sumiainen. to Jyväskylä n. 30 km Get acquainted with and enjoy Uusi Äänekoski Interior decoration store Sat Sateenteen 1. Hirvaskangas 1 Hirrvaskangas kaarentaa Äänekoski Art Museum and Industrial Museum The Town Museum of Äänekoski Äänekoski Church Exercise park Swimhall VesiVelho Äänemäki ski-slope Keitele Jazz Shopping center Spektri, Shell, and ABC 2. Martin Kievari/Viini Vainio 3. Hietama Village Church 4. The town of Äänekoski The holiday cottages of Camping Nelostie Hotel Hirvi cafeteria-restaurant Panorama Chinese restaurant Ruusu Restaurant Tahti Café Mesta cafeteria-confectionary Sinikello Wilhelmiina confectionary Antique and draping shop Idefix Gift and interior decoration boutique Pikkusisko 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. Laaja-Art Mämme Summer Church SF Caravan Lintulahti Luulahdenlukko-flashers The town of Konginkangas Konginkangas Killinki Konginkangas Church 10. Matilan Ankkuri summ 10 summer restaurant and vacation cottages 11. Nature vacation Lepänjuuri 12. The town of Sumiainen Kuokanniemi camping area Cafeteria-restaurant Anriikka Cafeteria Korppu/Wanhan Rouvan information center Aittatorin Ahertajat Sumiainen Church Summer fairs and Iron Wire festival 13. The Singing Groke nature hike trail 14. The town of Suolahti Hotel Keitele Summer Restaurant Majakka Restaurant Viljos Restaurant Väliasema Restaurant Wanha Mestari The old trains at the Keitele Museum 18. Paatela channel and Summer Restaurant Paatelan portti and the Suolahti station house area. The College of Central Finland Suolahti Church Suolahti visitor harbour Suolahti swimhall Ice hall 15. Manor Restaurant and Camping Hankala 16. Kapeenniemi recreation and preservation area and Kapeenkoski Oy 17. Koivisto museum road = Harbour NB! View exact locations and information on other sites from www.aanekoski.fi/matkailijalle This map is intended for presenting general site locations.