Set off for the Urkonsaari Canoe Route (Urkonsaaren kierros) either from the Imatra Spa and harbour area, or from Ukonniemi by the canoe shed of the Imatran Lapinkävijät association. You can take a break on Oritsaari Island. There are no other official landing sites along the route. You can also continue to Suikkalansalmi and around Äitsaari Island. Under the everyman’s rights, you are allowed to land on shores, without causing any disturbance. Do not leave any traces. You are not allowed to enter the shores with cottages, even though you could not see anyone.
TAKE CARE OF YOUR SAFETY! The Imatra boat harbour is very busy. There is a deep-water route behind the islands of Haapasaari and Mikonsaari, with large cargo vessels operating from Saimaa Canal to the Kaukopää mills. Canoeists must give way to other vessels. Watch out for the waves from large vessels! If you want to continue towards River Vuoksi and Niskalampi, watch out for the strong current at the mouth of River Vuoksi.
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Safety information
It is safest to move in a group if you do not know the terrain or the water area. Before the excursion, it is advisable to acquire the necessary maps and guides and check the weather forecast, particularly when going boating.
In wet weather and in winter, duckboards, rocks and piers can be slippery.
During the snowy season, the trails and routes are not maintained.
In an emergency, dial the number 112. Report your location, what has happened and listen to the instructions.
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Public transport
You can leave the waters from the Imatra harbor, near the Imatra Spa Resort.
Local bus number 5 runs to the spa.
Getting there
Address: Purjekuja 2, 55420 Imatra.
You can drive to Imatra harbour, Lammassaari Island and the canoe shed of the Imatran Lapinkävijät association.
You will arrive at Imatra harbour and Lammassaari Island by driving along Lammassaarentie Road, passing by Imatra Spa Resort.
The address of the canoe launch site of the Imatran Lapinkävijät association: Ukonniemi, Kalarannantie 220, Imatra 55400.
Parking
There are parking spaces on Lammassaari Island, at Imatra harbour and by the canoe shed of the Imatran Lapinkävijät association.Coordinates
Equipment
Wear sturdy footwear and clothes that suit the weather. It is recommended that you take first aid equipment, rainwear, a spare set of clothes, as well as enough drinks with you, particularly in the summer. Remember to wear a floating vest when boating.Statistics
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