A landscape shaped by water
Salpausselkä Geopark stretches from the legendary terrains of Salpausselkä in Lahti to the large lake landscapes of southern Päijänne, where the capital region gets its drinking water. The mighty Salpausselkä, deposited on the edge of the continental glacier by ancient glacial rivers, cut through the area as forested ridges and are at their most impressive here. These edge formations created at the end of the ice age are the most internationally known geological natural heritage in Finland. They form a unique entity in the Salpausselkä Geopark area, together with ancient rocks, hundreds of lakes and ridges facing north like a fan.
There is also something particularly valuable underground
The Salpausselkä hides huge reserves of clean groundwater, which can be enjoyed as top-quality tap water. In the spring of 2022, the area of six municipalities received UNESCO Global Geopark status and joined the global network of geologically significant areas, which brings together and highlights both unique destinations and actors promoting sustainable tourism in their area.
Developing sustainable tourism
We are part of the partner network of Salpauselkä Geopark, because we want to offer opportunities to enjoy our internationally valuable area in a sustainable way
In line with UNESCO Global Geopark values
We are committed to the principles of sustainable tourism and want to learn more and develop our operations in the future as well.
Together with other parners, we promote the recognition and visibility of the region's attractions, nature and cultural heritage, and build the region's vitality and well-being.