Finland is the Land of a Thousand Lakes, with the largest lake district in Europe. This region is a blue and green labyrinth of forests, lakes and islands, all intertwined and forming ridges and passageways to secret lagoons and hideaways.
Lahti - European Smart Destination
Lahti is the first real lakeside city you come to from the capital Helsinki, located in Lakeland Finland. Lakeland is where Finns come to recharge and reconnect with nature. Come to enjoy a wide range of sports activities and events in the surroundings of unique Salpausselkä UNESCO Global Geopark area.
Welcome to Lahti Spartan Race!
Spartan Race will be held for the first time in Finland, in Lahti this coming weekend, August 22–24. The Lahti Sports Centre will serve as the event centre for the competitions, with the start and finish lines located there. The event will bring approximately 4 000 participants from 44 different countries to Lahti.
The Spartan obstacle course race is known for its challenging running distances, which combine physical endurance, obstacle crossing, and diverse use of nature.
Opening ceremony and Nations Parade will be held at Friday Aug, 22 at 18.00 at Lahti Market Square.
Competitors, supporters, organizers, and volunteers—you are all warmly welcome to Lahti!
Read more about the host city and the eventLahti region is a Sustainable Travel Finland Destination
Visit Finland has awarded the Lahti region with the Sustainable Travel Finland destination label. The label is a testament to the strong commitment of the area and its tourism businesses to sustainable business practices and the development of responsibly implemented tourism services.
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Special at the moment – lakeside saunas and swimming
In the Lahti region, you can enjoy the gentle heat of a traditional lakeside sauna, a smoke sauna or even a moss sauna. If you want to pamper your body and mind, check out the lovely spa treatments in the region’s relaxing spas.
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LGBTQ+ friendly destinations
Discover Visit Lahti’s LGBTQ+ friendly destination and event tips – we want to offer every guest safe and unforgettable moments in the Lahti region. Welcome!
LGBTQ+ tipsLahti – success in the European Capital of Smart Tourism Competition
The European Capital of Smart Tourism competition recognizes European cities for sustainable tourism practices. Lahti has demonstrated a strong commitment to sustainable tourism development – the goal is to achieve the Sustainable Travel Finland Destination status by 2025.
Read moreEuropean Best Sustainable Destination 2022
Lahti region got awarded as the European Best Sustainable Destination 2022 by the European Best Destination travel website. Taking care of nature and lakes is a goal shared by everyone in our region. Lahti is Finland’s leading city when it comes to environmental issues, a front runner in climate work, a pioneer in sustainable and smart solutions and the European Green Capital 2021.