Lahti Travel Guide

 
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Things to Do  

Flea markets

Flea markets, Lahti

 Kaarina Says:  There are a lots of good flea markets in Lahti. For example Lanttila (Keijutie 29), Cetori (Saimannkatu 54), Femmatori (Rautatienkatu 13), Flea markets of the Salvation army (for example in Ostoskatu), Fida (in middle of citymarket and Prisma of Laune) and Launeen... 

Evo- hiking area

Evo- hiking area, Lahti

 Kaarina Says:  If you have got tired to all the city of Lahti and its happenings, one idea is to go to see real finnish forests. About 30 kilometers from Lahti in Lammi there is a hiking area called Evo. In summertime there is also guidance available, I think. 

Conserts and theatre

Conserts and theatre, Lahti

 Kaarina Says:  It is regulally arranged concerts with famous artists in Sibeliustalo in Lahti. As well the Theatre of Lahti is usually good but expensive. (All the entertainments are held in finnis language.)You can ask Lippupalvelu (for example in Sokosbuilding) or informationcenter about... 

The waterorgans in wintertime

The waterorgans in wintertime, Lahti

 Kaarina Says:  For many years the city of Lahti has arranged waterorgans besides little Vesijärvi. You hear the music and the water is flowing in different colours in middle of the darkness.You can ask the information desk (if it is open) at what time the organs are working. 

The harbour besides lake Vesijärvi in summertime

The harbour besides lake Vesijärvi in summertime, Lahti

 Kaarina Says:  There are for example lot restaurantships, cafeterias, handicraftshop and simply benches to sit down. Sometimes there are happenings. The area is at it's best in eveningtime expecially in summer time there are beautifull sunsets to be watched sitting in a cafeteria. 

Old church in Hollola

Old church in Hollola, Lahti

 Kaarina Says:  There is a medieval church in Hollola ( called the old chuch of Hollola). It is extremely remarkable idea that it has been there forever. (Expecially for me, because my grandparents has been burried to the nearby graveyard.) I think it is open for public daily.If you get... 

Ski Museum

Ski Museum, Lahti

 Gili_S Says:  Inside the sport centre there is a mall ski museum where you can see some old ski equipment or uniform and learn about the history of it. There is also video presentation with programs from old competition, you can try Biathlon shooting but really, the main attraction here... 

Take a walk in Pikkuvesku

Take a walk in Pikkuvesku, Lahti

 Piiu Says:  Pikkuvesku, or Kariranta, is an ideal place to have a walk or have a picnic. Place were the locals relax expecially on summer.Check out also the harbour nearby. At Karirannan kesäteateri (the summer theatre of Kariranta) they are playing this summer the Adventures of... 

Hotels  

Hotel Musta Kissa

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Comfort Hotel Lahti

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Restaurants  

CIAO!Caffe: Hand made gelato!

CIAO!Caffe: Hand made gelato!, Lahti

 SandiMandi Says:  A new cafe gelateria in the Trio Shopping centre offers delicious Italian ice-cream (gelato) that they make on the premices. They have over 20 different flavours which vary daily. I tried cookie ice cream, which was so good! One (big) scoop cost 2,70 EUR. There was also... 

Coffee House: Coffee House

Coffee House: Coffee House, Lahti

 SandiMandi Says:  Coffee House belongs to a chain of cafes all over Finland. It's our favorite in our hometown and so we decided to try it in Lahti as well. The location is very good, right on the main shopping street Aleksanterinkatu, but from the outside it looks a bit shady, but it's only... 

Nightlife  

Teerenpeli: A pub like a living room
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Piiu 8 reviews

Great place to have a beer or cider. Check out their own beers, ciders and whiskys. If you get hungry, try Sulami. Large toast with chicken, salami, tuna..

Sometimes live music and nowdays even stad-up sometimes.

Like a living room to some of the locals.

Written Jun 26, 2005

Address: Vapaudenkatu 20

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Shopping  

Kärkkäinen: Selling everything except food

Kärkkäinen: Selling everything except food, Lahti

 Kaarina Says:  Kärkkäinen is the third biggest shop in Finland. It is selling everything except food (maybe not furniture also). It's usefull to compare the prises in Kärkkäinen to the prices in other shops. Some items are cheapest in Kärkkäinen. Also gasoline station near it is used to be... 

Souvenirs

Souvenirs, Lahti

 Gili_S Says:  During competition time there will be many stands where you can by souvenirs, flags, hats, scarf, gloves etc. If you are not from one of the major ski countries, I am afraid your flag will not be available here, so, remember to bring your own from home. (Nykänen, this one... 

Local Customs  

Slovenians

Slovenians, Lahti

 Gili_S Says:  There were also few fans from Slovenia, unfortunately only men, so, this one is dedicated to Nykänen. 

FinnPol

FinnPol, Lahti

 Gili_S Says:  I almost forgot, yes, there are also guys who comes to watch ski jumping, not sure exactly who this guy favourites but I like the original layout. 

Off The Beaten Path  

Ski jump legends: Risto Jussilainen

Ski jump legends: Risto Jussilainen, Lahti

 Gili_S Says:  Well, not exactly a legend yet, but Risto Jussilainen is Zdenka’s favourite and there fore he is here as well LOL.He is from Finland and so far he won few world cup competitions. He was here in Lahti in 2005 and he finish 19th. 

Press room

Press room, Lahti

 Gili_S Says:  And when the competition was over there is the press room where you can go and ask the questions and get the same answers.1 HAUTAMAEKI Matti2. LJOEKELSOEY Roar3 MORGENSTERN Thomas 

Sports & Outdoors  

Finlandia Ski Marathon

Finlandia Ski Marathon, Lahti

 GuntherHK Says:  Finlands biggest skiing event is Finlandia-hiihto.About 5000 participants every year.Competition is held in late february, usually week 8.Race distance is 62km classic style (saturday) and 50km free style (sunday). 

Ski Jumping

Ski Jumping, Lahti

 Gili_S Says:  Ski jumping is one of the most spectacular sports. Jumping sometimes the length of over 200 metres (in Ski flying) it is attracting fans from all over Europe and live TV broadcasting. It is traditionally popular in Finland, Norway, Japan and countries around the Alps. 

Favorites  

Our special tickets

Our special tickets, Lahti

 Gili_S Says:  Thanks for Nykänen arranging us this special press card and we were able to take all those special photos for the web site. 

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