Suonenjoki

Travel Guide

Located in Northern Savonia, the jolly town of Suonenjoki is known for its strawberries and lake scenery.

Located about 31 miles from Kuopio, Suonenjoki is a happy little town. Every Finn knows about the Suonenjoki Strawberry Carnival, which attracts people during the summer. Suonenjoki is also known for its excellent fishing opportunities and a laidback atmosphere in which the beauty of nature is never far away. Head for the neighbouring municipalities to enjoy, for example, the Sport and Spa Hotel Vesileppis at Leppävirta, or the scenery of Southern Konnevesi National Park.

Start your journey in central Suonenjoki and its excellent sights and activities. Visit the timber-built Suonenjoki Church in the centre of town, only a few hundred metres from the train station, and visit Suonenjoki Museum, situated in an old grain warehouse.

Venture outside the centre to visit Kolikkoinmäki Workers Home Museum and the Kuivataipale Museum Canal. The Workers Home Museum is located in the mill’s old workers’ neighbourhood and is full of old wooden houses. The museum itself has been refurbished in the style of the 1950s. The museum canal will double as a work-out, as the caisson is manually operated.

Most people like to visit Suonenjoki for the Strawberry Carnival, when the city is full of life and excitement. Savour the delicious berries and enjoy the free music. The carnival also includes an opening ceremony and a large marketplace. Or enjoy Iisrock with live music and the Rock’n Run exercise challenge.

You can arrange an inexpensive holiday in Suonenjoki by including its scenery in your plans. The region has several fishing sites, such as the Iso-Rasti, Niinivesi and Suonenjoki Rivers. Or enjoy the scenery of Southern Konnevesi National Park where you can also enjoy boating, rowing or hiking. Make sure that you spot the nesting osprey and enjoy the marvellous sights from the top of Mount Kalajanvuori.

Suonenjoki is easy to visit as it is situated along Highway 9 between Jyväskylä and Kuopio. Suonenjoki also has its own bus station with easy access to local municipalities. The scenery of Northern Savonia is best seen by rowing, so hit the waves at Suonenjoki and follow the established rowing paths.

Hotelli Carneval
Hotelli Carneval
3 out of 5
Koulukatu 2, Suonenjoki
The price is P5,912 per night from 2 Mar to 3 Mar
P5,912
P6,740 total
includes taxes & fees
Mar 2 - Mar 3
Stay at this 3-star beach hotel in Suonenjoki. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Popular attractions Suonenjoki Library and Suonenjoki Church ...
8/10 Very Good! (59 reviews)
Great practical hotel
"Well located, nice clean and practical hotel, with great, attentive hosts."

Reviewed on Jan 18, 2025

Hotelli Carneval
Hotelli Suonenjoki
Hotelli Suonenjoki
Rautalammintie 11, Suonenjoki
The price is P6,598 per night from 2 Mar to 3 Mar
P6,598
P7,522 total
includes taxes & fees
Mar 2 - Mar 3
Stay at this hotel in Suonenjoki. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Popular attractions Suonenjoki Library and Suonenjoki Church are located ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (67 reviews)
"Tekninen häiriö hissin kanssa kun olimme siellä. Hankala liikunta rajoitteiselle. Hyvä paikka suosittelen yöpymistä ja aamiainen maittava. Palvelu ystävällistä."

Reviewed on Aug 27, 2023

Hotelli Suonenjoki
Vanha Maamies
Vanha Maamies
3 out of 5
Jalkalantie 160, Suonenjoki
Stay at this 3-star beach guesthouse in Suonenjoki. Enjoy free parking, a beach locale, and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Suonenjoki Church and ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (26 reviews)
"This was more than a hotel it was more of an experience. Even the name is unique, ‘VanHa Maamies Oy’*1 is not a name that easily rolls off the tongue. The resort – we found out later that it had been a residential agricultural college, with large dormitory buildings for males and females – comprised ..."

Reviewed on Oct 4, 2019

Vanha Maamies
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Kuhmanne Villa
Kuhmanne Villa
3.5 out of 5
Rantalantie 76, Suonenjoki, Eastern Finland
Stay at this 3.5-star beach villa in Suonenjoki. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a beach locale.
Kuhmanne Villa
Lakeside Cabin Tulikallio
Lakeside Cabin Tulikallio
3 out of 5
Rantalantie 76, Suonenjoki, Eastern Finland
Stay at this 3-star beach cottage in Suonenjoki. Enjoy free parking, a beach locale, and a sauna.
Lakeside Cabin Tulikallio
Forenom Aparthotel Kuopio
Forenom Aparthotel Kuopio
3.5 out of 5
Niiralankatu 25, Kuopio
Stay at this 3.5-star apartment in Kuopio. Enjoy free WiFi and an in-room coffeemaker. Popular attractions Kuopio City Theater and Kuopio Ice Hall are located ...
8/10 Very Good! (6 reviews)
Hyvä majoitus
"Hyvä majoitus isommallekin porukalle. Edullinen, siisti ja hyvä kuntoinen."

Reviewed on Feb 17, 2025

Forenom Aparthotel Kuopio
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