Winter Activities
Ski Trails
There is a network of approximately 80 km of cross-country skiing trails, of which 28 km are illuminated. There are also very good skiing opportunities in the surrounding municipalities of Varkaus, so there is plenty of variety. Varkaus's ski runs are also kept in good condition during the ski season, so it's worth coming to Varkaus to ski from further afield.
More information about the Varkaus ski trail network and other skiing-related issues:
City of Varkaus, sports and outdoor activities, ski trails
Trail information
Gives a general idea of the condition of the trails and when the trail was renovated.
Map of the ski trails in Varkaus
Welcome to Varkaus for a skiing trip!
Ski trail 4,2km Vattuvuori-Honkapirtti
The trail is illuminated and is suitable for both traditional and skating skiing. The trail has an easy/moderate profile, varied terrain, no big hills
Honkapirtti
Honkapirtti is located a couple of kilometres from Highway 5 towards Sorsakoski, Peräahontie 10. Honkapirtti is owned by Varkauden Latu ry. Honkapirtti has a café.
Ski trail 2,2km Koiralatu
Koiralatu is located in a beautiful area between Ämmäkoski and Taipale canal. The trail has been primed, but no trail tracks have been made. You can go skiing with your pet on the track.
Kämärin jääurheilukeskus
There are two ice rinks and an artificial ice rink at the Kämärin jääurheilukeskus, where regular ice hockey and ice ball practices and matches are held. Varkaus figure skaters also train in Kämäri's ice rinks. Although the Kämärin jääurheilukeskus has a lot of activities, the facilities are also available for private use.
The public skating sessions are free of charge and skate without sticks.
www.varkaus.fi / Rinks and skating facilities
Kämärin jääurheilukeskus
Rehnströminkatu 10
Location on map
tel. 040 702 3900
Winter Fishing
Winter fishing in Varkaus is excellent, as there are plenty of lakes in Varkaus.
Nature tourism and programme service companies Ahven Antin kalasafarit, SeastarEvents and Hooked Saimaa also organise fishing trips for groups of different sizes.
Further information about fishing trips
Ahven Antin kalasafarit Oy
tel. 045 124 1102
SeastarEvents Oy
tel. 0500 472 431, 040 548 8431
www.seastarevents.fi
Hooked Saimaa
tel. 044 972 5746
info@hookedsaimaa.fi
www.hookedsaimaa.fi
Snowshoe Walk
Guided snowshoe tours in Varkaus are organised by SeastarEvents and Hooked Saimaa.
Freefinns Oy
Rent snowshoes and popular sliding shoes
Freefinn Rental
Ratatie 143
78880 Kuvansi (Joroinen)
info@freefinns.fi
010 517 7760
SeastarEvents Oy
puh. 0500 472 431, 040 548 8431
www.seastarevents.fi
Facebook/SeastarEvents Oy
Hooked Saimaa
puh. 044 972 5746
info@hookedsaimaa.fi
www.hookedsaimaa.fi
Snowmobiling
The Varkaus' snowmobile route starts at Warkauden Portti and continues towards Leppävirta. The route is maintained by the city of Varkaus and is signposted.
See the Varkaus snowmobile routes on the map here!
Winter Swimming
The winter swimming area in Tyyskä is located behind the Navitas buildings and is open 24 hours a day throughout the winter, as the opening is kept melted throughout the winter by a pump. The winter swimming area is illuminated, there is a heating mat at the end of the dock and a changing room near the swimming area. The open-air swimming area is signposted "winter swimming area". Swimmers using the booth must take care to clean up after themselves. Varkauden Latu ry is responsible for the maintenance of the open-air swimming area and for handing over the keys to the swimming stall.
The new sauna at Honkapirtti also provides direct access to the open-air swimming pool. Sauna fee 5 €. Mondays men's sauna 15-18, Tuesdays women's sauna 15-18. Due to the corona situation, simultaneous participation is limited, so be prepared to wait a while if necessary.
Ice Floating
Ice floating is a sure choice for you who are looking for a unique and unforgettable Saimaa experience. In LakelandGTE's ice floating you jump into the chilly Pirtinvirta in a life suit and float among ice cubes. The safe and guided programme is suitable for all adults of normal fitness.
LakelandGTE
tel. 0400 966 800
sales@lakelandgte.fi
www.lakelandgte.fi / Ice skating in Varkaus