Imatra Pedestrian Street – The Imatra Rapids loop from Meltola

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Southern Finland

Imatra

Imatra Pedestrian Street – The Imatra Rapids loop from Meltola

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Imatra Pedestrian Street – The Imatra Rapids loop from Meltola

01:17

23.8km

120m

Gravel riding

Easy gravel ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: September 24, 2026

Waypoints

Start point

Bus stop

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2.28 km

Imatran Valtionhotelli

Highlight • Castle

A unique castle-style hotel offering a wide range of services in the beautiful Imatra countryside and in a prime city location, right next to the Imatrankoski Rapids.

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2.64 km

Imatra Pedestrian Street

Highlight • Settlement

A small pedestrian are with plenty of shops and restaurants

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2.71 km

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Seen from the Valtionhotelli, the work of art opens up as a rapids landscape with rock holes and running water.

Looking towards the end of the Kuohu restaurant from the pool, a norpa is paddling in the water.

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3.07 km

Imatrankoskentie

Highlight • Bridge

After all the excitement of the Imatra Rapids, this bridge crossing may seem a little tame. Nonetheless, you're provided with nice views along the Vuoski.

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3.26 km

The Imatra Rapids

Highlight • River

Imatrankoski is one of Finland’s most famous rapids and a highlight of any visit to Imatra. The dam-controlled rapids are usually opened in summer for scheduled shows, drawing crowds to …

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4.57 km

Cycle Path Along the Vuoksi River

Highlight • Cycleway

This cycle path runs along the 162-kilometre-long Vuoski River. The source of the river is in Lake Saimma and it flows through south-eastern Finland, ending in Lake Ladoga in north-western Russia.

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7.44 km

Picnic spot by the Vuoksi river

Highlight • River

Perfect, calm picnic spot with benches and small pier, on the left bank of the Vuoksi river. The Vuoksi river in Imatra is a central natural feature and a key part of the city’s identity.

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7.95 km