Kuusvesi

#113 among destinations in Finland

Nature, Natural attraction, Lake

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Kuusvesi is a medium-sized lake of Central Finland, in Laukaa Municipality. It belongs to the Kymijoki main catchment area. The inflow to the lake Kuusvesi is Simunankoski rapids and the outflow is Tarvaalanvirta rapids, which are protected by the rapid protection program of Finland. ()

Alternative names: Area: 8.55 mi²Maximum depth: 92 ftElevation: 279 ft a.s.l.Coordinates: 62°25'20"N, 26°4'36"E

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Western FinlandFinland

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Kuusvesi – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Saraavesi, Kynsivesi – Leivonvesi, Saraakallio, Laukaa.

3.1 miW
Nature, Natural attraction, Lake
Saraavesi
79 min walk • Saraavesi is a medium-sized lake in Laukaa, Finland. It flows to lake Leppävesi via Kuhankoski rapids. The lake is part of Keitele Canal, a waterway connecting Lake Keitele and Päijänne. Saraakallio rock paintings are located on the shore of Saraavesi.
5.5 miE
Nature, Natural attraction, Lake
Kynsivesi – Leivonvesi
140 min walk • Kynsivesi–Leivonvesi is a medium-sized lake of Central Finland, in the municipalities of Laukaa, Hankasalmi and Konnevesi. It belongs to the Kymijoki main catchment area. The outflow to the lake Kuusvesi is Simunankoski rapids.
2.6 miW
Art gallery, Museum, View point
Saraakallio
66 min walk • Saraakallio rock paintings are situated in Central Finland. The rock site lies on the eastern shore of Lake Saraavesi, opposite the village center of Laukaa. The rocky cliff of Saraakallio is an impressive landmark rising on the shore of the lake. An important water route Keitele Canal runs in front of the paintings.
4.5 miW
Locality
Laukaa
116 min walk • One of the highlights of Laukaa is the stunning Peurunka Spa and Water Park, which offers a range of relaxation and wellness facilities. Visitors can unwind in the saunas, take a dip in the pools, or indulge in a rejuvenating spa treatment.