Heinola

Tucked along the Kymijoki River beside Lake Ruotsalainen, Heinola is a town whose character is shaped by the waterways of the Finnish Lakeland. The river connects the town to the wider lake system around Lake Päijänne, while rapids and wooded shores give the centre a strongly waterside setting. Founded in 1776 as an administrative centre under King Gustav III, Heinola developed around broad streets and civic buildings. The Heinola Canal, first opened in 1832, recalls the long effort to make these inland waters navigable. Boating, swimming and riverside walks define the summer rhythm; winter brings a quieter scene of snow and ice. Continue through nearby webcams to explore different parts of Heinola and the Finnish Lakeland.

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