Underwater Diving Destination Linnakoski, Lake Saimaa Travel Guide

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Dive into history at Linnakoski: Explore the submerged ruins of a Finnish power plant in the Vuoksi River, a unique underwater experience.

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Underwater Diving Destination Linnakoski

Explore the submerged ruins of the Linnakoski power plant in the Vuoksi River near Imatra, Finland, a unique diving site for both beginners and experienced divers. Discover the remnants of this early 20th-century power plant, now home to diverse aquatic life.

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Kotipolku 1, Imatra, 55120, FI
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Know before you go

Hi, I'm Eve. Here are a few practical things to know before exploring Underwater Diving Destination Linnakoski.

Check the current conditions before diving, as they can vary depending on the day and rafting events.
Visibility is best during the late fall and winter months.
Bring appropriate gear for cold water diving, as the water temperature can be low even in summer.

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Getting There

Car

From Imatra city center, drive west on Kotipolku. The diving site is located approximately 400 meters downstream from Imatra Swimming Hall. Parking is available near the site. No tolls or parking fees are applicable.
Walking

From Imatra Swimming Hall, walk approximately 400 meters downstream along the Vuoksi River on the west side. Follow the path to the Pässiniemi area. The diving site is about 150 meters away. Look for the signposts leading to the power station.

Discover more about Underwater Diving Destination Linnakoski

The Linnakoski Underwater Diving Destination offers a unique opportunity to explore a piece of industrial history beneath the surface of the Vuoksi River. Located near Imatra, Finland, this site features the submerged ruins of the Linnakoski power plant, which operated in the early 1900s. The power plant was decommissioned and submerged when the new Imatra power plant was completed, creating an artificial reef and a fascinating dive site.Divers can explore partially collapsed walls, rafters, and turbine openings, now inhabited by various aquatic species like crabs and pike. The site is marked with a buoy and two signposts, with the ruins located approximately 50 meters from the shore. Visibility typically ranges from 2 to 8 meters, with a maximum depth of 10 meters. Divers should be aware of occasional currents, which can be stronger on weekdays and during summer rafting events.The Linnankoski power plant is a natural and cultural site in Saimaa Geopark. The Visit Vuoksi project has improved the accessibility of the site and created a scaled picture map of the power plant ruin.