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Museum Caf\u00e9 Myllytupa serves visitors throughout the weekend. You can also explore the area\u2019s historic buildings, exhibitions and cultural heritage in beautiful lakeside scenery.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/tapahtumat.pohjois-karjala.fi\/fi-FI\/page\/6a21386c2509d00007ee2922\/saimaan-satojuhlat\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">See the full programme \u00bb<\/a><\/p>\n<p>___________________________<\/p>\n<p><strong>Groups<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>We welcome groups and can arrange a guided tour or meals for your group. There is space for coaches in the courtyard. Please contact us well in advance.<br \/>\n___________________________<\/p>\n<p><I>We are proud to be part of Saimaan Satojuhlat, a celebration of the local flavours, traditions and culture of the Lake Saimaa region. 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