Salpa Line

Nice and fast visit by Punkaharju

The salpa linne we went to was by a cafe in Punkaharju. Right behind the café is tracks to the historical scenery and some original constructions still.

Great for families

A good outdoor activity for the whole family, dogs included. Kids might like the war-related relics. Also, specially interesting for German history connoseurs. Very well kept and renovated.

Salpa LIne in Kerimaky allready almost disappeared

Unfortunately, some times ago the cottage and hotel facilities were extended to the area earlier demonstrated Salpa Line. Just several trenches still existed at the time of my visit, but I'm not sure ...

One interesting part of historical Salpa line, north from Savonlinna, Raikuu

As not so well known from national Finnish history this Salpa line which was built during 1940-1944, have been the largest construction project during history (needed so much handwork job, over 10.000...

the largest construction project in the history of independent Finland!

Now that's a huge statement, particularly as the Salpa line is one of the least known tourist attractions in the country. You can hardly avoid crossing it if you travel east on any road from anywhere ...