The Lake Saimaa region has been awarded the prestigious, international European Region of Gastronomy title. The unique gastronomy and culture of Eastern Finland are celebrated with rich experiences that combine the purest food in the world and the original culture.
Welcome to enjoy Saimaa with all your senses!
We have opened a new website that shows experiences from South Savo, North Karelia, and South Karelia. These experiences cover various aspects such as food, drinks, routes, well-being, and natural attractions. We are actively expanding it, but the website already features an interesting collection, including the ‘Inn to Inn Sauna Route’, a workshop on making herbal pesto, guided forest hikes, a steamboat cruise near Olavinlinna Castle, and tasting sessions combining tea and chocolate.
In our videos, you can see what Taste Saimaa is all about - what our region is like and what kind of interesting producers we got. Watch & enjoy!
Credits: Visit Karelia / Harri Tarvainen