Holiday in Savo 2023

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Savo’s numerous streams and rapids as well as vast water systems make the region an ideal destination for fishers. Skilled fishing guides can take you straight to the best spots. Fishing spots

JOROINEN The greatest water areas in Joroinen are lakes Joroisselkä- Haapaselkä, Sysmä, Syvänsi, and a part of Sorsavesi. Water systems in the area are maintained actively, through fish stocking and other methods. Annually released species include pike, whitefish, brown trout, and grayling. The likelihood of catching fish is high, thanks to efficient maintenance and strong popula tions. www.visitjoroinen.fi LEPPÄVIRTA • The Konnuskoski rapids area is located by the Konnus Canal. It’s an ideal location for fly fishing and spinning. There are numerous docks for spinning in the area. • Koirus-Sotka fishing area • Sorsavesi fishing area: clean and clear waters. • Lake Suvasvesi’s vast water areas are perfect for trolling. • Unnukka fishing area Permits: Gas station Neste Oil Leppävirta, Tel. +358 17 554 1567 Metsähallitus’ web shop www.eraluvat.fi/en service number +358 20 69 2424, 9:00–16:00, and Eräluvat app.

PIEKSÄMÄKI • Ahvenkoski rapids, native brown trout • Rivers Isojoki & Suurjoki-Virmasjoki, year-round fishing • Lakes Pieksäjärvi & Vangasjärvi • Pyhäluoman Mylly, rainbow trout pond • Rivers Rantojoki-Välijoki • Lake Suontee • Tahinlampi fishing area, rainbow trout • Virtasalmi fishing area, the permit area’s lakes have 7 boat ramps www.visitpieksamaki.fi VARKAUS • Pirtinvirta downtown: zander, trout, salmon, pike, and perch • Unnukka fishing area • Northern Haukivesi Permits: Minnan Vapa ja Viehe, Relanderinkatu 71, tel. +358 17 366 9191 Gas station ABC Varkaus, Käpykankaantie 8, tel. +358 50 349 5269 www.kalakortti.com, www.muikkusuomi.fi

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Holiday in Savo // JOROINEN • LEPPÄVIRTA • PIEKSÄMÄKI • VARKAUS