[vc_row][vc_column width=”1\/6″][\/vc_column][vc_column width=”2\/3″][vc_empty_space height=”60″][vc_custom_heading text=”Fishing in Savonlinna and on Lake Saimaa” font_container=”tag:h1|text_align:center” css=””][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1774537459423{padding-top: 30px !important;padding-right: 50px !important;padding-left: 50px !important;}”]<\/p>\n
Lake Saimaa is a true fisherman\u2019s paradise, and the Savonlinna region offers some of Finland\u2019s most diverse fishing waters. Here, fishing is not only a holiday activity but part of local life, shaped by island living, clean waters and generations of knowledge of the lake.<\/p>\n
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From sheltered bays and island channels to open lake views and crystal-clear waters, the region offers rewarding fishing in a landscape unlike anywhere else. One of its best-known treasures is Lake Puruvesi<\/strong>, famous for its exceptional clarity and for Puruveden muikku<\/strong>, a local vendace with protected designation of origin status in the EU.<\/p>\n Whether you fish independently, join a guided trip or simply want to experience Saimaa through its waters, local food and lakeside way of life, the Savonlinna region offers an unforgettable fishing experience.<\/p>\n [\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space][vc_column_text css=””]<\/p>\n FAIR OFFERS<\/a> | BOOK ONLINE<\/a> | GUIDED TOURS<\/a> | COTTAGES<\/a> | FISHES ON SAIMAA<\/a> | WINTER FISHING<\/a> | OPEN WATER FISHING<\/a><\/p>\n [\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][vc_column width=”1\/6″][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row full_width=”stretch_row_content_no_spaces” el_id=”offers” css=”.vc_custom_1774534827883{margin-top: 30px !important;}”][vc_column width=”1\/4″][\/vc_column][vc_column width=”1\/2″][vc_custom_heading text=”Saimaa Offers for Anglers” font_container=”tag:h2|text_align:center” css=””][vc_empty_space][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1774523470517{padding-right: 50px !important;padding-bottom: 30px !important;padding-left: 50px !important;}”]<\/p>\n Special fishing in Finland, Lake Saimaa<\/strong>\u00a0deals inspired by Outdoor Riga<\/a> fair in Latvia.<\/p>\n Book\u00a0packages directly with trusted local providers and experience real Finnish fishing life, where cabins by the water, clean lakes and genuine hospitality meet.<\/p>\n [\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][vc_column width=”1\/4″][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row gap=”30″][vc_column width=”1\/3″][vc_single_image image=”283621″ img_size=”full” alignment=”center” style=”vc_box_rounded” css=”.vc_custom_1774524114217{margin-bottom: 0px !important;}”][vc_cta h2=”Ruokkee Holiday Village” h4=”Valid 01\/05 – 15\/06\/2026 & 14\/08 – 25\/10\/2026″ txt_align=”center” add_button=”bottom” btn_title=”Explore offerings” btn_color=”info” btn_align=”center” css=”.vc_custom_1763031253837{padding-top: 30px !important;padding-right: 30px !important;padding-bottom: 30px !important;padding-left: 30px !important;background-position: center !important;background-repeat: no-repeat !important;background-size: cover !important;border-color: #FFFFFF00 !important;}” btn_link=”url:https%3A%2F%2Fwww.ruokkeenlomakyla.fi%2Fen%2Faccommodation%2F%20|title:Ruokkee%20Holiday%20Village%20accommodation%20offer|target:_blank”]<\/p>\n <\/p>\n Ruokkee Holiday Village offers high quality tourism services on the shore of Saimaa in North Karelia.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n Fully equipped cottages, restaurant, crystal clear lake Puruvesi with good fishing possibilities all year round.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n Use coupon<\/span> code<\/span> 9Q3CHSTP<\/span><\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n [\/vc_cta][\/vc_column][vc_column width=”1\/3″][vc_single_image image=”166911″ img_size=”full” alignment=”center” style=”vc_box_rounded” css=”.vc_custom_1774524069572{margin-bottom: 0px !important;}”][vc_cta h2=”Naaranlahti Resort” h4=”Valid 01\/05 \u2013 15\/06\/2026 & 01\/09 \u2013 31\/10\/2026″ txt_align=”center” add_button=”bottom” btn_title=”Explore offerings” btn_color=”info” btn_align=”center” css=”.vc_custom_1774521059613{padding-top: 30px !important;padding-right: 30px !important;padding-bottom: 30px !important;padding-left: 30px !important;background-position: center !important;background-repeat: no-repeat !important;background-size: cover !important;border-color: #FFFFFF00 !important;}” btn_link=”url:https%3A%2F%2Fnaaranlahti.com%2Fen%2Fp%2F47%2Fvilla-hauki|title:Naaranlahti%20Resort%20fishing%20holiday%20offers%20for%20open%20water%20season%20%20and%20winter|target:_blank”]<\/p>\n TOP OFFER<\/strong> <\/p>\n Enjoy your fishing holiday in Cottage Hauki (89 m\u00b2)<\/strong> right on the shore of Lake Puruvesi<\/strong> \u2014 complete with sauna<\/strong>, terrace<\/strong>, and two bedrooms<\/strong>. Extras:<\/strong> [\/vc_cta][\/vc_column][vc_column width=”1\/3″][vc_single_image image=”588047″ img_size=”full” alignment=”center” style=”vc_box_rounded” css=”.vc_custom_1774523629204{margin-bottom: 0px !important;}”][vc_cta h2=”Naaranlahti Resort” h4=”Valid 01\/05 \u2013 15\/06\/2026 & 01\/09 \u2013 31\/10\/2026″ txt_align=”center” add_button=”bottom” btn_title=”Explore offerings” btn_color=”info” btn_align=”center” css=”.vc_custom_1774521068590{padding-top: 30px !important;padding-right: 30px !important;padding-bottom: 30px !important;padding-left: 30px !important;background-position: center !important;background-repeat: no-repeat !important;background-size: cover !important;border-color: #FFFFFF00 !important;}” btn_link=”url:https%3A%2F%2Fnaaranlahti.com%2Fen%2Fp%2F44%2Fvilla-siika|title:Naaranlahti%20Resort%20fishing%20holiday%20offer%20in%20cottage%20Siika|target:_blank”]<\/p>\n VIP OFFER<\/strong> <\/p>\n Luxury meets nature: the spacious Siika cottage (127 m\u00b2)<\/strong> offers three bedrooms<\/strong>, sauna<\/strong>, hot tub<\/strong>, terrace<\/strong>, bed linen<\/strong>, firewood<\/strong>, grill area<\/strong>, jetty<\/strong>, and rowing boat<\/strong> \u2014 all directly by the clear waters of Lake Puruvesi<\/strong>. Extras:<\/strong> [\/vc_cta][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row gap=”30″][vc_column width=”1\/3″][vc_single_image image=”588107″ img_size=”full” alignment=”center” style=”vc_box_rounded” css=”.vc_custom_1774521127920{margin-bottom: 0px !important;}”][vc_cta h2=”Naaranlahti Resort” h4=”Valid 01\/05 \u2013 15\/06\/2026 & 01\/09 \u2013 31\/10\/2026″ txt_align=”center” add_button=”bottom” btn_title=”Explore offerings” btn_color=”info” btn_align=”center” css=”.vc_custom_1763463491335{padding-top: 30px !important;padding-right: 30px !important;padding-bottom: 30px !important;padding-left: 30px !important;background-position: center !important;background-repeat: no-repeat !important;background-size: cover !important;border-color: #FFFFFF00 !important;}” btn_link=”url:https%3A%2F%2Fnaaranlahti.com%2Fen%2Fp%2F51%2Fvilla-ahven|title:Naaranlahti%20Resort%20fishing%20holiday%20offer%20for%20cottage%20Ahven|target:_blank”]<\/p>\n ECO OFFER<\/strong> <\/p>\n Enjoy peaceful, sustainable fishing on the clear waters of Lake Puruvesi<\/strong>. Extras:<\/strong> [\/vc_cta][\/vc_column][vc_column width=”1\/3″][vc_single_image image=”588128″ img_size=”full” alignment=”center” style=”vc_box_rounded” css=”.vc_custom_1774523399195{margin-bottom: 0px !important;}”][vc_cta h2=”Norppa-Majat” h4=”Valid 15\/05 – 13\/06\/2026″ txt_align=”center” add_button=”bottom” btn_title=”Explore offerings” btn_color=”info” btn_align=”center” css=”.vc_custom_1763023702807{padding-top: 30px !important;padding-right: 30px !important;padding-bottom: 30px !important;padding-left: 30px !important;background-position: center !important;background-repeat: no-repeat !important;background-size: cover !important;border-color: #FFFFFF00 !important;}” btn_link=”url:https%3A%2F%2Fwww.norppamajat.fi%2Fen%2F%23|title:Norppa-Majat%20cottage%20offers%20for%202026|target:_blank”]<\/p>\n Warmly welcome to Norppa-Majat, in the heart of Lake Saimaa\u2019s clean and fish-rich waters.<\/span><\/b>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n <\/p>\n Norppa-Majat cottages available from May 15 to June 13, 2026 with -20% discount, subject to availability. Minimum booking period is 4 nights. Five hp motorboats available for rent. Guided fishing trips also available for an additional fee \u2013 feel free to ask for more information.<\/span><\/p>\n Bookings and inquiries: norppamajat@norppamajat.fi<\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/p>\n [\/vc_cta][\/vc_column][vc_column width=”1\/3″][vc_single_image image=”588129″ img_size=”full” alignment=”center” style=”vc_box_rounded” css=”.vc_custom_1774523439235{margin-bottom: 0px !important;}”][vc_cta h2=”Oravi Village” h4=”Valid 05\/01 \u2013 31\/05\/2026″ txt_align=”center” add_button=”bottom” btn_title=”Explore offerings” btn_color=”info” btn_align=”center” css=”.vc_custom_1763985580714{padding-top: 30px !important;padding-right: 30px !important;padding-bottom: 30px !important;padding-left: 30px !important;background-position: center !important;background-repeat: no-repeat !important;background-size: cover !important;border-color: #FFFFFF00 !important;}” btn_link=”url:https%3A%2F%2Fwww.oravivillage.com%2Fen%2Foffers%2F|title:Explore%20ongoing%20offers%20from%20Oravi%20Village|target:_blank”]<\/p>\n Villa offer -20% in all 4 bedroom villas in Oravi \u00a0<\/strong> Our lakeside cottages and villas provide the ideal setting for relaxing and fishing in the peaceful beauty of Finnish nature. All accommodations are high-quality, fully equipped, and located directly on the shores of Lake Saimaa.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n Each villa features a sauna, private pier, rowing boat, and fire pit\u2014perfect for a fishing-focused getaway. Additional fishing gear and motorboats are available for rent, and guided fishing trips can be arranged with pickup straight from your pier.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n Your stay always includes bed linen, towels, firewood, row boat and final cleaning.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n Booking code: ANGELWELT20\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n [\/vc_cta][vc_single_image image=”32544″ img_size=”full” alignment=”center” style=”vc_box_rounded” css=”.vc_custom_1763463391459{margin-bottom: 0px !important;}”][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row gap=”30″ equal_height=”yes” content_placement=”middle” el_class=”v-center-row”][vc_column width=”2\/3″][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1774537528720{margin-bottom: 0px !important;padding-right: 50px !important;padding-left: 50px !important;}” el_class=”col-text”]<\/p>\n In the Savonlinna region, life has always been shaped by water. For generations, fishing was one of the most important ways to gather food, especially in island communities where everyday life depended on the lake and its seasons.<\/p>\n That close relationship with the water still lives on today. At the same time, the region offers a wide variety of fishing waters, from sheltered bays and island routes to broader open waters and exceptionally clear lakes such as Puruvesi.<\/p>\n [\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][vc_column width=”1\/3″][vc_single_image image=”588120″ img_size=”full” alignment=”center” style=”vc_box_shadow_circle_2″ css=””][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row gap=”30″ equal_height=”yes” content_placement=”middle” el_class=”v-center-row” css=”.vc_custom_1774535806088{padding-bottom: 30px !important;background-color: #DFECF9 !important;}”][vc_column width=”1\/3″][vc_single_image image=”316890″ img_size=”full” alignment=”center” style=”vc_box_shadow_circle_2″ css=””][\/vc_column][vc_column width=”2\/3″][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1774537638188{padding-right: 50px !important;padding-left: 50px !important;}”]<\/p>\n The clean waters of the region are home to species such as pike, perch, pike-perch, whitefish and burbot. Lake Puruvesi is especially known for its exceptional clarity and for Puruveden muikku<\/strong>, a local vendace with protected designation of origin status in the EU.<\/p>\n Muikku is an important part of local food culture and one of the most authentic tastes of Saimaa.<\/p>\n Read more about delicious muikku – vendace<\/a><\/p>\n [\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row gap=”30″ equal_height=”yes” content_placement=”middle” el_class=”v-center-row”][vc_column width=”2\/3″][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1774537658917{margin-bottom: 0px !important;padding-right: 50px !important;padding-left: 50px !important;}” el_class=”col-text”]<\/p>\n For many anglers, a good fishing holiday means having the lake close at all times. In the Savonlinna region, a cottage stay makes that easy. You can head out by boat when the conditions feel right, return to shore when you want and enjoy the day at your own pace.<\/p>\n Every cottage includes a rowing boat, and some also offer an outboard motor or an electric motor suitable for fishing. Some local providers also rent larger boats and arrange fishing trips with an experienced guide.<\/p>\n [\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][vc_column width=”1\/3″][vc_single_image image=”588106″ img_size=”full” alignment=”center” style=”vc_box_shadow_circle_2″ css=””][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row full_width=”stretch_row_content” el_id=”winter-fishing” css=”.vc_custom_1774537862988{padding-bottom: 30px !important;padding-left: 100px !important;background-image: url(https:\/\/visitsavonlinna.fi\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2024\/01\/oravi-pilkki.jpg?id=583010) !important;background-position: center !important;background-repeat: no-repeat !important;background-size: cover !important;}”][vc_column width=”1\/3″ css=”.vc_custom_1774536300738{margin-top: 0px !important;margin-bottom: 0px !important;background-position: center !important;background-repeat: no-repeat !important;background-size: cover !important;}”][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1774537974039{padding-top: 30px !important;padding-right: 30px !important;padding-bottom: 30px !important;padding-left: 30px !important;background-color: #203584BF !important;}”]<\/p>\n Winter changes fishing on Lake Saimaa completely. When the lake freezes, the landscape becomes quieter and the pace slows down. Beneath the ice, perch, pike-perch and pike still offer rewarding fishing, and winter is also the season of traditional vendace seine fishing and burbot.<\/span><\/p>\n Guided ice-fishing trips are a good way to experience winter fishing with local knowledge, proper equipment and attention to safety.<\/span><\/p>\n [\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][vc_column width=”2\/3″][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row full_width=”stretch_row_content” css=”.vc_custom_1775131066547{margin-top: 30px !important;padding-right: 100px !important;padding-bottom: 30px !important;background-image: url(https:\/\/visitsavonlinna.fi\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2024\/04\/kalastus-visit-saimaa.jpg?id=587904) !important;background-position: center !important;background-repeat: no-repeat !important;background-size: cover !important;}”][vc_column width=”2\/3″ css=”.vc_custom_1774536300738{margin-top: 0px !important;margin-bottom: 0px !important;background-position: center !important;background-repeat: no-repeat !important;background-size: cover !important;}”][\/vc_column][vc_column width=”1\/3″][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1774537961747{padding-top: 30px !important;padding-right: 30px !important;padding-bottom: 30px !important;padding-left: 30px !important;background-color: #203584BF !important;}”]<\/p>\n From spring to autumn, Lake Saimaa offers a wide variety of waters for different kinds of fishing. You can explore sheltered bays, island routes, open lake areas and clear-water lakes such as Puruvesi, while long days and bright evenings give plenty of time on the water.<\/span><\/p>\n Open-water fishing is also easy to combine with cottage life, sauna and summer days by the shore.<\/span><\/p>\n [\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row gap=”” css=”.vc_custom_1763475277559{padding-bottom: 60px !important;}”][vc_column width=”1\/4″][\/vc_column][vc_column width=”1\/2″][vc_empty_space][vc_custom_heading text=”Explore more about fishing in Lake Saimaa” font_container=”tag:h2|text_align:center” css=””][\/vc_column][vc_column width=”1\/4″][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row gap=”30″ equal_height=”yes”][vc_column width=”1\/2″][vc_video link=”https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=nWELs7MWpxU” align=”center” css=”” title=”Fishing in Oravi Village on the waters of Linnansaari National Park”][\/vc_column][vc_column width=”1\/2″][vc_video link=”https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=S7C3sgWB6P0″ align=”center” css=”” title=”Resort Naaranlahti – Authentic Finnish holiday in Lake Puruvesi”][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row full_width=”stretch_row_content” el_id=”guided-tours”][vc_column][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1\/6″][\/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”2\/3″][vc_column_text css=””]<\/p>\n Fishing in the Savonlinna region can be experienced in many ways. Some visitors prefer to explore independently, while others want the support of a local guide, rental equipment or a more complete fishing package.<\/p>\n Below you can find local fishing services, accommodation and experiences to help you plan your stay.<\/p>\n [\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1\/6″][\/vc_column_inner][\/vc_row_inner][vc_row_inner gap=”20″][vc_column_inner width=”1\/5″][\/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1\/5″][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1774541297163{padding-top: 20px !important;padding-right: 20px !important;padding-bottom: 20px !important;padding-left: 20px !important;background-color: #DFECF9 !important;}”]<\/p>\n SaimaaHoliday Oravi\u00a0<\/a><\/h5>\n
FAIR OFFER<\/h5>\n
25% discount on accommodation<\/h5>\n
Cottage Hauki<\/em> + 15 hp motorboat
\u20ac 1299 \/ week (1\u20134 persons)<\/strong>
Valid 1 May \u2013 15 June & 1 Sep \u2013 31 Oct 2026<\/p>\n
The offer includes bed linen<\/strong>, firewood<\/strong>, grill area<\/strong>, private jetty<\/strong>, and a rowing boat<\/strong>.
A 15 hp motorboat<\/strong> with steering console and electric start is included \u2014 perfect for exploring the best fishing grounds on the lake.<\/p>\n
5th and 6th person \u2022 Final cleaning \u2022 Other motorboats (20\u201360 hp) \u2022 Equipment \u2022 Fuel<\/p>\n
Cottage Siika<\/em> + 60 hp motorboat
\u20ac 2565 \/ week (1\u20136 persons)<\/strong>
Valid 1 May \u2013 15 June & 1 Sep \u2013 31 Oct 2026<\/p>\n
The package includes a 60 hp motorboat with steering console, GPS, and sonar<\/strong> \u2014 ideal for serious anglers and small groups.<\/p>\n
Fishing guide \u2022 7th and 8th person \u2022 Final cleaning \u2022 Other motorboats (20\u201360 hp) \u2022 Equipment \u2022 Fuel<\/p>\n
Cottage Ahven<\/em> + Torqeedo 903 electric motor \/ 5 hp boat
\u20ac 999 \/ week (1\u20134 persons)<\/strong>
Valid 1 May \u2013 15 June & 1 Sep \u2013 31 Oct 2026<\/p>\n
The cozy Ahven cottage (63 m\u00b2)<\/strong> features a sauna<\/strong>, terrace<\/strong>, bed linen<\/strong>, towels<\/strong>, firewood<\/strong>, grill area<\/strong>, jetty<\/strong>, and rowing boat<\/strong>.
The package includes a boat with a Torqeedo 903 electric motor<\/strong> or 5 hp outboard motor<\/strong> \u2014 ideal for quiet, eco-friendly fishing surrounded by pure nature.<\/p>\n
Final cleaning \u2022 Other motorboats (20\u201360 hp) \u2022 Equipment \u2022 Fuel<\/p>\n<\/h5>\n
FAIR OFFER<\/h5>\n
20% discount (from May 15th to June 13th 2026)<\/h5>\n
\nStay 5.1.-31.5.2026, minimum stay 3 nights<\/span><\/p>\nWhy fish in the Savonlinna region<\/h2>\n
Fish species and local fish culture<\/h2>\n
Fishing and cottage life by the lake<\/h2>\n
Winter fishing in the Savonlinna region<\/span><\/h2>\n
Open-water fishing on Lake Saimaa<\/span><\/h2>\n
Guided fishing and local services<\/h2>\n
Guided Fishing Trips<\/h4>\n
\nNature hotel & Spa Resort J\u00e4rvisyd\u00e4n<\/a>
\nRuoke Holiday Village<\/a>
\nNaaranlahti Resort<\/a>
\nKuus-Hukkala<\/a>
\nTynkkyl\u00e4n Lomaniemi<\/a>
\nNorppa-Majat<\/a>[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1\/5″][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1774541438298{padding-top: 20px !important;padding-right: 20px !important;padding-bottom: 20px !important;padding-left: 20px !important;background-color: #DFECF9 !important;}”]<\/p>\nOnly Equipment Rental<\/h4>\n