Rullakiekon MM 2005 - InLine Hockey 2005

WELCOME TO KUOPIO-
THE CITY OF INLINE HOCKEY WORLD
CHAMPIONSHIPS 2005 !

Kuopio is proud to host the first inline hockey world championships in Finland. Kuopio region is situated in verdant central Finland, in the land of a thousands lakes. Kuopio is a lively city, where you can experience the midnight sun by sitting on a lakeside terrace.

The best of the summer atmosphere in Kuopio is provided by lakes and islands, great to explore on boat cruises, as well as by the landscape of forest-covered hills. Boating, hiking and other forms of outdoor recreation are really spoilt for choice here. The lakes, which abound with fish, guarantee good catches. Leisure spas with their bubbling pools and baths offer relaxation and invigoration whenever you feel the need.

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COME AND ENJOY THE MOST VARIOUS ACTIVITIES!

Jätkänkämppä Lumberjack Lodge
– Experience a traditional Finnish evening!
The special evening entertainment includes bathing in the world´s largest
smoke sauna, lumberjack shows, and a traditional meal with
live background music played on the accordion.

Spahotel Vesileppis and KymppiArena
– Skiing in the middle og the summer!
Cross-country skiing school for beginners in the underground skiing arena and relaxing spa visit.

Flyfishing course for beginners by the rapids and by the ponds guided by a professional fishing guide.

Motorboat Safari – Explore the land of a thousand lakes!
Take a turn at driving the boat if you wish, or just relax and enjoy the wonderful scenery of the Lake Kallavesi.
A snack around a campfire.

Some other tips for you to choose:

Lake Cruises                         Museums
City tours                             Shopping and dining
Puijo Tower                          Hiking and biking
Jet ski & ATV safaris            Golf

Kuopio Tourist Service - Kuopio-Info
Haapaniemenkatu 17, FI-70110 Kuopio
Tel. +358-(0)17-182 584 or -182 585
tourism@kuopio.fi www.kuopioinfo.fi

ACCOMMODATION

Alternatives for accommodation range from high-standard hotels to
moderate-priced hostels and guest houses. Visitors preferring to
stay in a hotel are spoilt for choice in the Kuopio region.
A holiday in a cottage provides a relaxing and refreshing experience.
If you are looking for comfortable, distinctive places to stay
or prefer budget accommodation, the hostels and guest houses
of the region are good alternatives. You can also spend a holiday in the countryside in one
of the manor-houses, some of which are brand-new while others still have the tranquil air of
bygone days, or in a high-standard holiday centre. A farm holiday could be the ideal choice for many
families with children. An atmospheric holiday cottage or a comfortable hotel
- all of them provide excellent service!

More information www.kuopioinfo.fi or phone:358-17-182 585, -584

MAPS AND CONNECTIONS

Connections by air to Kuopio are excellent, as there are 5 - 10 daily flights from Helsinki. Kuopio Airport also operates charter flights. There are 7 trains daily from Helsinki to Kuopio, the fastest Pendolino train taking only five hours. Kuopio is situated by one of the arterial roads of the country, highway 5 leading from Helsinki to Lapland. A good network of well-maintained roads connects Kuopio and the rural districts in the region.