With almost 200,000 lakes in Finland, there is no shortage of water here for skating! As soon as it freezes, you can put on your ice skates and enjoy the thrill of this sport.
Today, skating is a popular outdoor activity and a good way to enjoy Finland's frozen waterways and beautiful snow-covered landscapes.
Although skating is a perfectly safe activity, it can be risky for those unfamiliar with the terrain and natural environment.
Ice skating is a very fun activity to do in a group or on your own. It doesn't require any prior knowledge and a minimum of equipment is enough to get started!
The best time to skate is at the beginning of spring when the weather starts to warm up and the snow melts a little, just enough to make the icy surface look like a mirror! This will allow for a perfect glide without a hitch.
In winter, however, when the snow falls regularly, it is more complicated because this thin layer prevents good contact between the skates and the ice.
Skating in the open air is obviously the most pleasant thing to do, but it is not without risk for skating enthusiasts. You have to know when the ice is thinner to avoid any risk of falling. This is why it is recommended to be accompanied by a professional!
For the rest of the year when the lakes are in a liquid state, there is a large ice rink in Kuopio! Built in 1979, this rink can accommodate nearly 6,000 spectators. It is also where all the ice hockey matches take place! https://kalpa.fi/fi-fi/ottelut/olvi-areena-info/29/
Finally, if I managed to convince you but you take as an excuse the fact that you do not have ice skates... no worries! There are several solutions.
In Kuopio there are several second hand shops where most students who have finished their studies sell their stuff, including skates! (like this https://sprkontti.fi/kuopion-kontti) Just go there and rummage around until you find your size. Otherwise, most hotels usually offer to rent cross-country skiing equipment, snowshoes, or ice skates for cheap! https://www.rauhalahti.fi/en/activities/sports/hire-of-equipment
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