Services and nearby area

The municipality situated in the heart of North Karelia offers a wide range of recreational activities for almost everyone. Nature lovers will find Kontiolahti a dream come true with its breathtaking natural beauty. The rambler will be spoiled for choice by the many paths and hiking trails. The abundance of fresh water offers limitless opportunities for aquatic activities of all kinds.

The Kontiolahti Biathlon Centre is one of the most technologically advanced Biathlon Centres in the world. The visitors will find well-cared for and well-equipped ski trails in the winter and a "roller- ski" track in the summer. At Mustavaara downhill skiing centre there are four slalom tracks for downhill skiers to enjoy. In Kontioniemi the golfers will find a championship class full-size 18-hole golf course.

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City of Joensuu

Joensuu can offer you the chance to satisfy almost all your interests. The nearby wilderness areas provide a setting for nature enthusiasts. Jogging paths and a wide variety of facilities are a delight to sportsmen and women. The orchestra, theatre ans art museum are among the many town institutions catering to visitors seeking cultural experiences.

The total population of the town, including "the Hills" Kiihtelysvaara and Tuupovaara, is approximately 58 000 and the surface area of Joensuu is now 1313 km2

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Municipality of Eno

In the middle of North Karelia Eno offers a variety of outdoor activities in the middle of North Karelia only 34 km northeast from Joensuu the lively capital of the region. Visitors can experience the atmosphere of the Ala-Koitajoki River, fish on the Pielisjoki River and hike in Kolvananuuro, in the beautiful nature of the nature trail of Kaltimo or in Helvetinportti.

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