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Travelling in Laukaa

Laukaa offers a wide range of high-quality attractions and visitor services. The Saraakallio Rock Paintings are truly unique and rank among the most remarkable cultural treasures in the region. Their motifs can also be explored at the Peurunka Experience Centre and the Saraakallio Sauna. At the Saraakallio information point in Laukaa Harbor, visitors can learn more about the rock paintings and their fascinating history. Guided excursions, equipment rentals, and boat trips to Saraakallio all depart from the harbor, and the viewing platform in front of the cliffs provides the easiest way to admire the paintings and their intriguing subjects.

The cultural history of Laukaa is a treasure trove in itself. Sites such as the Tarvaala red ochre graves, the landscapes and buildings of the former mother parish, local museums, and the industrial heritage of Lievestuore and Vihtavuori tell stories of centuries past. Historical figures connected to the area include Richard Sotamaa and Wolmar Schildt. Today, Laukaa is also known for its rally drivers, including Juha Kankkunen and Roope Korhonen.

Nature destinations are well signposted and easy to explore. Highlights such as Hyyppäänvuori, Kirkkoniemi, Metsoreitti, Kuusaankoski Rapids, and the area’s beautiful lakes offer memorable experiences for outdoor enthusiasts. The harbors of Laukaa and Lievestuore are also popular gathering places for visitors of all ages.

The main concentration of tourism services is located around Spa & Resort Peurunka and Varjola. Peurunka, situated on the shores of Lake Peurunkajärvi, offers an exceptionally diverse range of accommodation, wellness, and leisure services just a short distance from the municipal center. Varjola, located beside the Kuusaankoski rapids, provides unique experiences, including exciting white-water adventures. Around the villages of Vuontee and Äijälä, a collection of distinctive tourism businesses has emerged. In Lievestuore, popular attractions include Nokkakivi Amusement Park and Tarhalehto Animal Yard.

With its excellent services, diverse attractions, rich cultural heritage, and beautiful natural surroundings, Laukaa offers something to see, experience, and enjoy for everyone.