Sulkava

Sulkava is a small rural town, with some 2,400 inhabitants in 2022. The centre hosts two supermarkets, a marina, some restaurants and even an EV charging station, but outside the direct town center (and the small village of Lohilahti), Sulkava is a rural place.

The city of

By Train

From highway 5, turn to Savonlinnantie (road 14) towards

By taxi

Sulkava market square

( Sulkavan tori ).

Centre of the town of Sulkava, with most shops and restaurants within walking distance. Occasionally hosts markets during weekends.

( updated Jul 2022 )

Sulkava Rowing Races

Sulkavan Suursoudut ,

Alanteentie 1 ,

[email protected] .

July .

Finland's greatest rowing event, with some 8,000 rowers. The World Master Rowing competition is an opportunity to race these special Sulkava long boats against competitors from all over the world or just to experience the Finnish summer and a unique rowing event. There is also programme on the shore, both at the rowing stadium and at Varvinranta, where overnight-rowers spend the night.

Participation: €65–100/person, long boat rent for the race €300–600, otherwise €125/day .  

The main races are with long boats traditionally used for rowing to the church. The ones used have 14 rowers + helmsman, with fixed or moving seats. Also rowing boats for 1–6 persons, canoes and kayaks participate (some series Finnish championships). The main long boat races (60 km) are held on Friday and Saturday, other races (30 and 60 km) on Saturday, a rowing journey Saturday–Sunday with overnighting in tents (70 km).

Participants need to register early, especially if you need to rent a boat.

Local restaurants and trattorias serve regional cuisine featuring fresh, seasonal ingredients. Traditional dishes reflect the local culinary heritage.

Alanteen Helmi ,

Alanteentie .

Coffee and beer with a terrace, by the lake.   ( updated Jul 2022 )

Art Deco Hotel and Restaurant ,

Alanteentie 9 .

Summertime only. Food and an ice cream bar.   ( updated Jul 2022 )

Art Deco Hotel and Restaurant ,

Alanteentie 9 .

Summertime only. Near the marina; also hosts some yacht mooring.

( updated Jul 2022 )

Marimekko pop-up outlet ,

Alanteentie 3 .

June to August .

Outlet store of the world-famous Finnish fashion brand Marimekko, in a former Marimekko factory.

( updated Jul 2022 )

Sulkavan kästyöpuoti ,

Alanteentie 26 .

Traditional, high-quality woodcrafts and handicrafts store.

( updated Jul 2022 )

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