Summer 2026 activities

 

Public beaches in Lappeenranta

All public beaches are free of charge and open to everybody.
The following beaches are at least partly shallow and suitable also for children

• Ahvenlampi beach, Joutseno, Hongistontie 5
• Korkkitehtaan uimaranta beach, Marssitie 5
• Mattilan tekolampi 
• Murheistenranta  beach Sirkkelimiehenkatu 10
• Myllysaari shallow beach (by the play yard) Myllysaarenpolku 24
• Huhtiniemen ranta (Kuusimäen ranta)  beach Huhtiniemenkatu 8 b
• Sammonlahden uimaranta beach, Rantaniitynkatu 19

It is safer to walk away from the shore first and then swim back to the shore.
Even a shallow beach can have deep spots.
Do not go swimming alone.
Note! Even if there is a lifeguard at the beach, children must be watched all the time.
If you see a sign that says “sinilevää vedessä,” do not enter the water because it contains harmful cyonabacteria.
Never swim during a thunderstorm, because it is dangerous to be in the water if lightning strikes.

Bird-watching event

Tuesday 19th May 
Families 17:00-18:30, adults only 18:30-20:00
Meeting place: Korkkitehtaanranta, Marssitie 5.
Bird-watching with the instruction of Etelä-Karjala ornithology association. Instructions in Finnish and English.
Fee: Adults (18 and up) 5 €, children free of charge
Registration here 

 

Nature Walks around Lappeenranta

Welcome to explore the beautiful routes around town. We walk about 2-3 kilometers
Children are welcome two, but please no strollers. Pick just one or come every time, as you please!
No fees or registration For questions p. 040-6317428
Wednesdays at 4-5.30 pm
Dates and starting points. Please arrive on time!
20.5. Skinnarila. LUT maindoor Yliopistonkatu 34   (buses 1,5) Walk along the Parkkarinmäki naturepath
27.5.Uus-Lavola.K-market.Merenlahdentie 16 Walk along the "Terveyspolku" naturepath
3.6. Lauritsala Swimming hall.  Luukkaankatu 51 (bus 2) Walk along the Rantaraitti and Furulund naturepaths
10.6. Kourula. S-market. Katajakatu 10. (buses1,5) Walk along the Rantaraitti to Huhtiniemi
24.6. Voisalmi. K-market. Voisalmentie 9  (bus 2) Walk along the Rantaraitti towards Pallo

Hämmäauteensuo small hike

Tuesday 26 May starting 2.30 pm-about 6 pm
Welcome to enjoy the beautiful Spring nature on Hämmäauteensuo swamp,about 10 km from Lappeenranta
You can get there using bus nr 300 from Lappeenranta. Ticket: 2 Zones.  
Start at 2.31 pm from the Armada bus stop in direction Vainikkala. An instructor will join you.
Get out of the bus at Vanha Viipurintie 719. We will meet you there.
The return bus to  Lappeenranta leaves at 5.22 pm.
If you come by car, meet us at the parking plot on Vanha Viipurintie 644 at 3 pm.We will walk about 2 km total.
Please wear water safe clothes and shoes. You can bring your own snacks or barbeque at the fireplace.
The trip is for adults and children. No registration fee, but the transport is to be paid.
For registration and questions, please contact
stina.tevajärvi@lappeenranta.fi  or p.040-6317428 (WhatsApp)

Suomea ja Liikuntaa

Urheilutalo Sportshall. Pohjolankatu 29
Wednesdays at 1-3 pm (10.6-8.7.) 5 sessions

Sammontalo. Ruskolahdenkatu 5-7
Tuesdays at 2-4 pm (30.6.-28.7. )5 sessions

Summer, sports and nature activities+Finnish language, what a great combination!
Easy exercise (nature walks, workout and ball games) learning every day language at the same time
Fun  course suiting  all levels of fitness and language  Also school aged schildren can join.
Choose one or both courses.  No fees.Registration:
Give  your name +the course/s you want to join to: stina.tevajarvi@lappeenranta.fi or p.040 6317428

Berry picking trips

In July/August we will arrange free blueberry picking events.
In September we will go lingonberry picking.
Further details will be updated later on this site.

Easy to join  meditation in nature

Come explore winding down and meditating in nature! Bring your own blanket to sit on. 
Free participation, no registration required.
Tuesdays June 2nd, 9th and 16th  18:00-19:00
Meeting place: Myllysaari kiosk.  Myllysaarenpolku 22.

Tennis

Tennis courses for beginners, adults and teenagers, check here  Arranged by Lappeenrannan Tennisseura tennisclub.

Outdoor tennis courts 

The reservations of the Lappeenranta tennis courts  are run by the club   Lappeenrannan Tennisseura ry.
Registration and reservations of the courts Ajanvaraus (ltsvaraus.com)
The fee for the hard courts is  5,20 €/hour and for the clay courts in Kimpinen sports area 16,64 €/hour  MobilePay (98455)
If their is no reservation of the court, you can play for free
For questions: p. 040 3236811 or lts@lappeenrannantennisseura.fi, 

Kourula tennis courts Karankokatu 9
Joutsenon tennis courts Penttiläntie 17
Kimpisen tennis courts Maaherrankatu 16
Looking for somebody to play with, or want to rent a racket Please check:  Lappeenrannan tennisseura club

Padel

Yliopistonkatu 30
The reservations of the Lappeenranta Padel court in Skinnarila, are run by the club   Lappeenrannan Tennisseura ry.
Registration and reservations of the court Ajanvaraus (ltsvaraus.com)
Reservation fee 8,32 €/hour.  MobilePay (98455)
If their is no reservation of the court, you can play for free
For questions: p. 040 3236811 or lts@lappeenrannantennisseura.fi, 

Free classes for seniors or beginners

Low-impact classes

6th May – 26th August 2026

• Wednesday 10:00-10:30 –  Louhenpuisto park.  Pieni Kirkkokatu 43
• Thursday 10:30-11:00 – Sammontori (no class 14th May)

Low-impact exercises for strength and balance. All exercises are done standing up. Instructions in Finnish.

Strength and balance circuit

11th May – 23rd June 2026

• Monday 10:00-10:45 –  Louhenpuisto park. Pieni Kirkkokatu 43
• Tuesday 14:00-14:45 – Sammonlahti artificial grass

Circuit class focused on balance and strength maintenance. All exercises are done standing up. Class instructions in Finnish.

Free outdoor -aerobics, workout and dance

Bring your own exercise mat and water bottle. No classes in the rain. Classes may include jumping and exercises on the ground. Class instructions in Finnish.

Classes begin 25th May and end 26th June 2026 unless stated otherwise.

• Monday 10:00 – Exercise class – Myllysaari beach,until 3rd August
• Monday 10:00 – Exercise class – Lauritsala sportsfield, until 3rd August
• Monday 13:00 – Rhythmic strength – Lauritsala sportsfield
• Monday 15:00 – Dance-based exercise class – Myllysaari beach,
• Monday 16:30 – Fitness circuit –  Juvakka sportsfield   until 3rd August. Includes jumping.
• Wednesday 18:00 – Exercise class – Myllysaari beach,until 5th August
• Thursday 10:00 – Exercise class – Kourula sport pitch
• Thursday 13:00 – Class with resistance bands – Juvakka sportsfield
• Thursday 16:00 – Exercise class – Sammonlahti artificial grass

Mobility and strength classes

Classes begin 25th May and end 26th June 2026 unless stated otherwise. Classes don’t include jumping or other high-impact movements.

• Monday 10:00 – Sampo-Amis artificial grass
• Monday 11:00 – Sammonlahti sport pitch
• Tuesday 13:00 – Lauritsala sportsfield until 4th August
• Tuesday 15:15 – Kesämäki school pitch
• Wednesday 10:00 –Myllysaari beach, grass area, until 5th August
• Wednesday 13:00 – Ratsumestari pitch
• Thursday 10:00 – Louhenpuisto park. Light exercise.

Kettlebell

Bring your own exercise mat, water bottle and kettlebell.
27th May until 6th August 2026.
Wednesdays 16:30-17:15 Juvakka sportsfield  

Stair workout

Modifiable for each fitness level. Class includes aerobic and strength training.

• Tuesday 9:00-9:45 – Myllysaari stairs, 5th-19th May 2026
• Tuesday 10:00-10:45 – Huhtiniemi stairs, 26th May - 23rd June 2026
• Friday 9:00-9:45 – Myllysaari stairs, 29th May - 7th August 2026

Easy level football

Wednesday 14:30-16:00
Ratsumestari pitch. In front of the Prisma shopping center.
Fee 2,50 € per session. Payment on site with bank card. No registration required.
No registration. For questions call Pentti  p. 040-5270267