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Lanupuisto: Where Art Meets Nature

Discover art intertwined with nature in Lahti's Lanupuisto, a sculpture park offering a serene and unique outdoor experience.

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Lanupuisto is a unique sculpture park in Lahti, Finland, featuring twelve concrete sculptures by artist Olavi Lanu. Nestled in the Kariniemi forest, the park offers a blend of art and nature, inviting visitors to discover the sculptures as they wander through the serene woodland.

A brief summary to Lanupuisto

  • Kariniemenpuistotie 49, Lahti, 15140, FI
  • Monday 12 am-12 am
  • Tuesday 12 am-12 am
  • Wednesday 12 am-12 am
  • Thursday 12 am-12 am
  • Friday 12 am-12 am
  • Saturday 12 am-12 am
  • Sunday 12 am-12 am

Local tips

  • Visit during spring or summer to see the park's vibrant greenery and floral displays.
  • Wear comfortable shoes for walking on the park's scenic paths.
  • Take the scenic stairs up to the sculpture park, starting near the Lahti letters in the harbor.
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Getting There

  • Walking

    From Lahti city center, walk towards Lahti Market Square (Launeen Tori). Head east on Aleksanterinkatu Street, continuing straight until you reach Vapaudenkatu. Turn right onto Vapaudenkatu and walk towards the harbor. From the harbor, follow the signs for Lanupuisto, which is a short walk through Kariniemi Park. The walk from the city center is approximately 30-40 minutes.

  • Public Transport

    From Lahti Bus Station, take bus number 5 towards Kariniemi. Purchase a ticket from the kiosk or the driver. The bus ride is approximately 15 minutes. Get off at the 'Kariniemenpuistotie' stop, and walk a short distance along Kariniemenpuistotie to reach Lanupuisto. A single bus ticket within Lahti costs approximately €3.30.

  • Taxi

    A taxi from Lahti city center to Lanupuisto takes approximately 10-15 minutes. Taxi stands are available at the Lahti Travel Centre. The estimated cost for a one-way taxi ride is €15-€25. Ride-sharing services are also available.

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Lanupuisto, located on Kariniemenmäki near Lake Vesijärvi in Lahti, is a captivating sculpture park created between 1988 and 1992. Artist Olavi Lanu was commissioned by the city of Lahti to create twelve sculptures for the park, which have since become a beloved attraction. Lanu's sculptures, made of concrete, are designed to blend seamlessly with the natural environment, mimicking materials like stone, branches, and ice. The sculptures depict human figures in various poses—hugging, kissing, sitting—and natural forms like rocks and trees. Lanu's family members, students, and friends served as models for the figures, and students from the Lahti Art Institute assisted in the sculptures' creation. Over time, the sculptures have gradually become covered in moss, enhancing their integration with the forest. The changing seasons add a unique dimension to the park, making it a destination year-round. Visitors are encouraged to explore the park's network of paths and discover the sculptures hidden within the forest. The soft, muted tones and simplified forms of the sculptures help them merge with their surroundings, creating a sense of harmony between art and nature. Lanupuisto offers a peaceful escape and a chance to contemplate the relationship between humans and the environment.

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