Multia

Multia is a municipality in Central Finland, Finland. It is known for its many lakes — 146 in total — and forested landscapes. Kiiskilänmäki, the highest point in the Central Finland region (269 m), is located here. Multia is also the rainiest municipality in Finland during summer months.

By Train

Nearest railway station is in Keuruu, which has direct trains from Jyväskylä, Tampere and Seinäjoki. Timetables are available from VR website.

By Bus

Long-distance buses between Jyväskylä and Keuruu. For timetables of ordinary coaches, see Matkahuolto.

By dial-a-ride

Dial-a-ride is available on Thursdays between Multia - Keuruu - Multia. Departure from Multia from Matkahuolto at 9:30 and return from Keuruu at 12:00. Route in Keuruu through the center (if necessary through the health center) to the Järvituuli parking lot. Fee €5.30/direction. The ride will be driven if there are at least three reservations. The ride must be booked at least the day before by 12:00 from 040 034 3119 (Jouko Vuorinen) or 040 751 3751 (Aulis Vuorinen).

Multia Church (Multian kirkko), Kirkkoraitti 1. A wooden church from 1796. (updated May 2023)

Kiiskilänmäki — the highest point in Central Finland (269 m), offering views over the surrounding lake-dotted landscape.

Kicksled World Championships — an annual winter event held in Multia.

Hiking and outdoor activities in the numerous forests and lakes. Fishing and berry picking are popular in summer.

Multi-Motelli, Multianraitti 11, +358 400 237 373, [email protected]. A motel with a restaurant serving Finnish home-style cooking. (updated May 2023)

Multi-Motelli has a bar area. For other options, nearby Keuruu offers more cafés and restaurants.

Multi-Motelli, Multianraitti 11, +358 400 237 373, [email protected]. A motel with restaurant. (updated May 2023)

Basic groceries and supplies are available at the local K-market in the centre of Multia.

• Keuruu — neighbouring town with a railway station and more services
• Jyväskylä — regional capital, about 60 km east
• Petäjävesi — home to the UNESCO-listed Old Church