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Sysmä – View of Lake Päijänne loop from Suopelto

Sysmä – View of Lake Päijänne loop from Suopelto

Moderate

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Sysmä – View of Lake Päijänne loop from Suopelto

03:16

76.3km

410m

Road cycling

Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: May 27, 2026

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The surface along some of this route may not be suitable

Some segments of your route comprise a surface that may not be suitable for your chosen sport.

After 32.0 km for 75 m

After 35.0 km for 397 m

After 36.8 km for 65 m

After 40.2 km for 65 m

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Bus stop

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6.63 km

Sysmä

Highlight • Settlement

Sysmä is a lakeside town in Päijänne Tavastia, known for its peaceful countryside, cultural events, and access to Lake Päijänne. The area offers scenic cycling routes through forests, farmland, and small villages, with many quiet gravel roads ideal for trekking or cross bikes. In summer, Sysmä hosts concerts and events, especially during the Sysmän Suvisoitto festival. Cyclists can stop at local cafés, markets, and historical sites like old churches and manor houses. It’s a good base for exploring Päijänne National Park, which is accessible by boat from the nearby harbour.

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31.9 km

View of Lake Päijänne

Highlight • Viewpoint

First/last viewpoint of this amazing lake crossing

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34.8 km

Helmi Kiosk of the National Park

Highlight • Cafe

Coffee, pastries, ice cream and a nice view.

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35.1 km

Karisalmi Bridge

Highlight • Bridge

At the bridge there is a rest area with a café and kiosk as well as a parking lot for hikers.

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37.6 km

Päijänteen kansallispuisto

Nature Reserve

38.5 km

Ravintola Reimari

Highlight • Restaurant

They might not have food. When we arrived they were out of pizza as well as basic fries which is what made up the whole menu

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41.4 km

Karinsalmi Suspension Bridge over Lake Päijänne

Highlight • Bridge

The bridges over Lake Päijänne in the Pulkkilanharju area offer stunning lake views and are part of a popular cycling and driving route between Lahti and Jyväskylä. The arched Käkisalmi bridge, built in 1940, and the later Karinsalmi suspension bridge replaced old ferry connections and now make the narrow ridges of Pulkkilanharju easy to cross. The area is known for its clear waters and island-dotted views, especially along the Pulkkilanharju nature trail. The route is perfect for cyclists with trekking or cross bikes, though expect occasional traffic and be cautious on the narrow road sections.

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41.5 km