The Best of Saimaa Right Now – Autumn in Oravi
Autumn has arrived in Saimaa. The air is getting cooler, the forests are slowly changing colour, and the lake and national parks are wonderfully peaceful. Right now, there are plenty of good reasons to head outdoors and enjoy the autumn scenery.
Explore Linnansaari National Park
Linnansaari National Park is a beautiful destination for an autumn day trip. You can hike along the marked trails and enjoy the peace and quiet of the forest. At the moment, there are plenty of mushrooms and lingonberries to be found, so you might want to bring a basket or container with you.
A perfect way to finish your day is with a sauna at Sammakkoniemi. What could be better after a crisp autumn day outdoors than the warmth of a traditional wood-heated sauna by the lake?
Autumn is a great time for fishing
Autumn is well known as a good season for fishing. After the warm summer months, the cooling water makes many predatory fish more active. Pike, perch and pike-perch start moving and feeding more actively again.
You can also join a guided fishing trip when the weather gets cooler. Our trolling boat has a warm cabin, so you can take a break and warm up inside before heading back out on deck to enjoy the fresh autumn air and Saimaa scenery.
Paddle into the autumn tranquillity
Autumn is also a lovely time for a kayaking or canoeing trip. The water is still relatively warm, the lake is peaceful and there is plenty of space at the campsites and harbours along the way. From the seat of a kayak or canoe, autumn in Saimaa has a special atmosphere of its own.
As the season gets cooler, however, it is especially important to pay attention to safety. Dress according to both the weather and water temperature, carry a full set of dry clothes in waterproof packing and choose sheltered routes close to the shore. Always check the weather forecast before setting off – and if the wind picks up, save your paddling trip for another day.
Cosy autumn evenings at a lakeside cottage
After a day outdoors, there is nothing better than returning to a warm cottage. Autumn is the perfect season for slowing down and spending relaxed evenings by the lake with family or friends.
Heat up the sauna, light the fireplace and prepare something delicious to eat. A dark autumn evening outside and the warmth of the fire inside – sometimes the best moments of autumn really are that simple.
