Day trip to the UNESCO sites in the Jyväskylä Region (in Finnish)

See all the World Heritage sites in the Jyväskylä Region at a glance! The guide tells about their history and current state, and tells stories along the way.

NOTE! The guidance during the tour is in Finnish. See all the World Heritage Sites in the Jyväskylä Region at once! The guide tells about their history and current status and also tells stories about local life along the way. The Old Church of Petäjävesi represents Finnish 18th century wooden architecture and the craftsmanship of rural builders as well as the Christian customs of the time period. The remarkably well-preserved magnificent church is still in use. In Korpilahti, you walk along a path up to the top of Oravivuori Hill to the measurement tower of the Struve Geodetic Arc. The Struve Arc represents the cultural heritage of science and technology. The measurement point is related to the determination of the size and shape of the Earth made in the 19th century. From the top, there is a stunning view of the lake and forest landscape of Central Finland. The length of the route is two kilometers. At the main campus of the University of Jyväskylä, you will get acquainted with the 1950s architecture of Alvar Aalto. The campus area is part of the national Aalto Works World Heritage nomination. The 13 sites involved play a significant role in the traditions of international modernism and design. The World Heritage process will be resolved in July. The buildings will be explored from the outside. The price of the trip includes the admission fee to the Old Church of Petäjävesi and lunch at Satamakapteeni in Korpilahti. Bring a water bottle, sturdy shoes and weather-appropriate clothing. ⭐Date: Sat, Aug 8, 2026, 9:30 AM–3:30 PM ⭐Departure: Matkakeskus Charter Bus Platform, Hannikaisenkatu 20, 40100 Jyväskylä ⭐Duration: 6 hours ⭐Language: Finnish ⭐Tickets: -Adult: €45 -Senior, student, unemployed: €43 -Ages 7–15: €38 -Under 7: €33 ⭐Price includes: guided tour, transportation, admission to the Old Church of Petäjävesi, and lunch at the Korpilahti Harbor Captain’s. ⭐Lunch: Slow-roasted pork, harbor-caught salmon, oven-roasted root vegetables (L, G). Coffee and coffee treats. Dairy-free and vegetarian options available upon request. Please notify us of any other dietary requirements after purchasing your ticket at: matkailu@jyvaskyla.fi Accessibility: The tour is not accessible due to the Oravivuori nature trail. The tour is suitable for people of average fitness. Translated with DeepL.com (free version)