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Nature Trails<br />
The <strong>Lahti</strong> <strong>region</strong> is an excellent base from which<br />
to explore the beautiful ridge landscape of<br />
Salpausselkä. Walkers and cyclists will be lured<br />
by its diverse nature. From <strong>Lahti</strong> Sports Centre,<br />
an extensive network of recreation trails lead<br />
all the way into the neighbouring municipality<br />
of Hollola. There is approximately 60 km of<br />
trails in this area alone. The Salpausselkä terrain<br />
is also ideal for orienteering, and there are a<br />
number of routes reserved specifically for<br />
mountain bikers and horse riders.<br />
Päijänne National Park.<br />
By Water<br />
<strong>Lahti</strong> is the gateway to the Finnish Lake District. Lake Vesijärvi flows<br />
into the Päijänne waterway, and it is possible to travel by water to such<br />
destinations as Heinola, Jyväskylä and the waterway’s northernmost<br />
point of Viitasaari. The Vääksy and Kalkkinen canals, Päijänne National<br />
Park, with its impressive esker island of Kelvenne, and a host of idyllic<br />
rural villages each offer a wealth of attractions to sailing and boating<br />
enthusiasts.<br />
<strong>Lahti</strong> harbour is also the departure point<br />
for boat traffic to Central Finland, as well<br />
as daily pleasure cruises.<br />
<strong>Lahti</strong> Harbour.<br />
Canoeing route in Nastola.<br />
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