Description of the destination:
Kärnäkoski fortress lies almost at the opposite shore from Villa Lummelahti. The fortress was built by a famous russian general Suvorov in the 1790s. The fortress area is a fine attraction and culturally significant place in the whole Finland. An old mill museum can also be found from the area and at summertime sheeps graze the hills of the fortress. Approximately 500 meters south from the fortress lies a hill fortres and a cooking hut where one can have a picnic. The Kärnäkoski-river itself is the one of two rivers that flow from the lake Kuolimo.
Description of the route:
The canoeing route heads first to south from Villa Lummelahti. After passing the Kopinsalmi strait the route heads west, goes past Männikkösaaret islands and reaches the fortress. Optionally, for example due to wind or waves, the route can be directed north of the Kopinsaari island.
Additional info:
Kärnäkoski: https://www.visitsavitaipale.fi/en/listing/karnakoski-fortress-and-mill/
Route details on a map: https://ridewithgps.com/routes/42306911
Route length: 5 km in total there and back
Duration: 2 hours there and back slowly paddling
Difficulty level: Easy
Please note: The Kärnäkoski and Partakoski rivers are breeding areas for very endangered trout and char species. Do not walk in the shallow river as it might harm the fish eggs. Also note, that all fishing in Kärnäkoski and Partakoski is strictly prohibited.