For the whole family
In Kouvola you will find a variety of activities and things to do for the whole family. Tykkimäki Amusement Park, Käyrälampi and Repovesi National Park, for example, are perfect family holiday destinations. Kouvola is well known as a place to stay in a holiday home and the whole family will find plenty to do during a holiday trip. See below for tips on places to visit in Kouvola for the whole family.
Tykkimäki area
At Tykkimäki Amusement Park you’ll find rides, games and activities for the little ones in the family. Located right next to Käyrälampi, Tykkimäki is the place to spend the best day of the summer.
Käyrälampi
In the renewed Käyrälampi recreation area, you’ll find things to do and activities for the whole family. Hop on a mountain bike or try canoeing or paddle boarding. On top of the activities, the whole family can relax and enjoy the sauna.
Kouvola Lakritsi Factory Outlet
The best liquorice in the world comes from Kouvola, of course. Kouvola Lakrits factory outlet charms both big and small gourmets right in the heart of the city centre. Be sure to check out other local flavours too.
Repovesi and Verla area
The Repovesi National Park offers great day hiking trails, where you can safely take younger hikers with you. As well as the national park, the whole family will enjoy the interesting history of the World Heritage site of Verla.
Ankkapurha area
The Ankkapurha area along the Kymijoki River offers a great setting for family activities and field trips. The activities at the Ankkapurha Youth Centre and the history of the factory in the area will keep the whole family or school class entertained for a longer period of time.
Cycling and cycling routes
Are the little ones in your family keen cyclists too? In Kouvola you can cycle straight to the amusement park or even to the liquorice factory. The wild ones can go mountain biking in Mielakka, Käyrälampi or even in the scenery of a national park!