Travel Guide to Puijo Ski Jumping Hills

Getting There

• Public Bus

  If you are starting from the Kuopio city center, head to the Kuopio Market Square (Kuopion tori). From there, take bus number 20 towards Puijo. The bus stop is located right at the market square. Make sure to check the bus schedule for departure times. Stay on the bus for about 15-20 minutes and get off at the 'Puijo' stop. From the bus stop, you will see signs directing you to the Puijo Ski Jumping Hills, which is a short walk (approximately 500 meters) up the hill.

• Bicycle

  If you prefer cycling, you can rent a bike from one of the rental services in Kuopio. Start at the Kuopio Market Square and head towards the Puijontie road. Follow Puijontie for about 3 kilometers. The route is mostly flat initially, then you will notice a slight incline as you approach the ski jumping hills. There are signs indicating the direction to the Puijo Ski Jumping Hills, and there is a designated bike parking area available once you arrive.

• Walking

  For those who enjoy walking, start from the Kuopio city center and make your way towards Puijontie. A scenic route is to walk along the lakeside promenade, which will take you through beautiful views of Lake Kallavesi. Once you reach the intersection with Puijontie, turn left and continue walking for about 3 kilometers. The walk will take approximately 45-60 minutes, and you will see signs along the way directing you to the Puijo Ski Jumping Hills.

• Taxi or Ride-Sharing

  For a more comfortable option, consider taking a taxi or using a ride-sharing service like Uber. From the city center, simply tell the driver to take you to 'Puijontie 135'. The drive will take approximately 10-15 minutes, depending on traffic. This is a great option if you are traveling with a group or have limited time.