Lentoon: A Floating Avian Sculpture
A symbol of Kuopio's revitalized Savilahti district, this floating bird sculpture offers a unique blend of art and lakeside scenery.
Lentoon is a floating bird sculpture located off the shore of Yliopistonranta in Kuopio's Savilahti district. Designed by architect Markku Viitasalo in 1982 and renovated in 2021, the sculpture features colored lighting that highlights holidays and special occasions. It symbolizes the revitalization of the Savilahti area and its importance to the city and university.
A brief summary to Lentoon - Floating Bird Sculpture
- Yliopistonranta, Kuopio, 70210, FI
- Visit website
Local tips
- Visit at night to see the sculpture illuminated with colored lights, especially during holidays.
- Explore the Savilahti area, which combines modern architecture with access to Lake Kallavesi and nearby forests.
- Combine your visit with a trip to the nearby Kuopio Science Park or the University of Eastern Finland campus.
Getting There
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Walking
From the Kuopio city center, walk east along Puijonkatu, then turn left onto Yliopistonkatu. Continue onto Yliopistonranta. The sculpture is located off the shore, near the University of Eastern Finland campus. The walk is approximately 2 kilometers and takes about 25 minutes.
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Public Transport
From the Kuopio city center, take a local Vilkku bus towards the University of Eastern Finland (Yliopisto). Several bus lines serve this route. Alight at a stop along Yliopistonranta. From there, the sculpture is a short walk away. A single ticket within Kuopio (Zone A) costs €3.35 when using a Waltti card or €4.75 when paying with cash.
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Driving
From Kuopio city center, drive east on Puijonkatu, then turn left onto Yliopistonkatu, which becomes Yliopistonranta. Limited parking is available along Yliopistonranta. Paid parking is enforced on weekdays from 6:00 to 18:00 and Saturdays from 8:00 to 16:00. Parking costs approximately €1 per hour, with a maximum of €6 per day. Parking is free at other times.
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