Participant info of Luonteri Pyöräily (cycling)

Please read this information carefully before the event.

Table of contents:

  • EVENT INFO
  • START AND FINISH
  • ROUTES AND SERIES
  • ROUTE INFO
  • PRICE LIST AND REGISTERATION
  • SAFETY
  • FOODSERVICE
  • BIKE SERVICE
  • SHOWER FACILITIES
  • CAR PARKING
  • ROUTE MARKING
  • PHOTOGRAPHY
  • INSURANCE
  • OTHER TERMS AND CONDITIONS

If you have any questions, please contact:

Event Coordinator

Jesse Laukkanen

email: jesse.laukkanen@esliikunta.fi

phone: +358443410055

EVENT INFO

Luonteri Pyöräily is an annual cycling event established in 2010. We make sure that everyone can enjoy cycling on our great routes with a challenge that suits them. Our event is all about community and having fun, which is why at Luonteri Pyöräily we are only competing against ourselves. Over the years, Saimaanranta Resort by Anttolanhovi has been the starting and finishing point of the event. Although, historically, we have also cycled from Anttola Harbour.

The name of the event derives from the longer 95 kilometer route around Luonteri, which is part of Lake Saimaa. Each year, 300-500 cyclists take part in our event, which takes over in August. Before the event people have anticipation and excitement for this unforgettable cycling adventure. At Luonteri Pyöräily, we want to make sure that everyone who wants, can experience our amazing routes, so you don't have to worry about your age or fitness level. If you want, you can even take part in the trip on an electric bike. The main thing for us as organizers is that you have an unforgettable experience. 

Join Luonteri Pyöräily and become part of the classics.

 

START AND FINISH

Start for all participants on Saturday 9.8.2025 at 10.00 

The finish and timekeeping will close at 18.00

Start/Finish: Saimaanranta Resort by Anttolanhovi

Address: Hovintie 224, 52100 Anttola


ROUTES AND SERIES

Heken Lenkki 40 km

  • Women
  • Women e-bike
  • Men
  • Men e-bike

Savon Sveitsi 95 km

  • Women
  • Women e-bike
  • Men

  • Men e-bike

     

ROUTE INFO

Savon Sveitsi (95 km) is a cyclist's worst nightmare and a challenge for even the most experienced cyclist. Feedback surveys show that the hills on the route are memorable for every cyclist. Savon Sveitsi follows the same asphalt route as the shorter route for the first 10 kilometres, then Savon Sveitsi continues straight on, while the shorter Heken Lenkki continues to the left.

On this spectacular route you can enjoy a variety of stunning scenery. Along the route, your energy levels will be looked after by our fantastic service team. Foodservice points along the route are: Siikakoski (26 km), Koikkalan Kesätori (48 km) ja Kuparonvirran Lossi (72 km). At the foodservice points you can refuel with salty - and sugary treats as well as sports drinks and water. In addition, at Kuparonvirran Lossi you can take a short raft ride with your bike! As you progress along the route, you'll find sandy/gritty patches and asphalt underneath your bike. Savon Sveitsi will make sure that there will be plenty of hills during the ride, all the way to the last few kilometers. There are 1400 meters of climbing during the journey! Do you dare to join us? #rankkaa

NOTE! Savon Sveitsi (95 km) route has a steep downhill, which turns left at the end. Please adjust your speed to your driving skills, the condition of the road and other riders. You will find this fast downhill at about 40 km before the junction with Koikkalantie.

Heken Lenkki (40 km) is designed for everyone - an easy route, no big climbs or descents! During the route you can enjoy cycling on both asphalt and sand/grit. There is one foodservice point along the route, Erä-Ässien kota (18 km), where you can recharge your batteries for the rest of the trip. At the service point you can refuel with salty - and sugary treats as well as sports drinks and water.

The route follows the same route as the longer one for the first part until the 10km point where you turn left towards Rahula. From Rahula, the route continues along a gravel road to the "old state road", which continues all the way to road 62. After a short part of asphalt, the road turns into Siiskola, from where it curves straight towards to Saimaanranta Resort by Anttolanhovi. There are 500 metres of climbing along the way. Before entering Siiskola, the route takes you to the magnificent Ollinmäen Viinitila (winery), where we recommend a visit and to take some refreshments during the journey, or at the latest, after crossing the finish line. The cycling distance from the Saimaanranta Resort by Anttolanhovi to the Ollinmäki Viinitila is just over 6 km. Will you come to enjoy biking? #hineetä

PRICE LIST AND REGISTERATION

SAFETY

Traffic rules will be respected during the event. Please note, that routes are not closed from other traffic. The route will be driven on the right side of the road, taking into account other traffic. The long route (95km) includes steep downhill sections, so please adapt your speed to your driving ability and keep a safe distance from the vehicle in front. Make sure that you prioritize safety over speed during the routes! We also remind you that participants must wear a cycle helmet. We will also have a first aid car at the event and a lead car for the longer Savon Sveitsi (95 km) route. 


FOODSERVICE

Savon Sveitsi (95 km) has three foodservice points and Heken Lenkki (40 km) one foodservice point. All service points have: 

  • bananas
  • pickles
  • sports drinks
  • water

  • and other goodies. 

    NOTE! The legendary chocolate bites will be served at the service point at Kuparonvirran Lossi.

    The foodservice points are only open on the day of the event. The organizer reserves the right to change the foodservice points if necessary. Immediately after the finish, sports drinks and water will be served to participants. In addition, for immediate recovery, a tasty meal will be available at the finish area. Local food will be provided by Saimaanranta Resort by Anttolanhovi.

BIKE SERVICE

Along the route, your bike will be serviced by Särmä Pyörä. The service car will only pass through Savon Sveitsi (95 km) route and will help you if needed. Before the event, however, please check the condition of your bike, especially the tyres. We recommend that you take your own puncture repair equipment with you on the route, just in case your tyre blows out in the middle of the ride. The cost of the bike service is the responsibility of each rider.


SHOWER FACILITIES

Showers and saunas will be available at the start and finish area for participants.

 

ACCOMODATION

Saimaanranta Resort by Anttolanhovi offers accommodation for the participants of the event. Ask more phone: 0444301100 or email: sales@saimaanrantaresort.fi. Accommodation is limited!


CAR PARKING

You can park your car free of charge in the event's field park, approximately 1 km from the start and finish areas. You will find the parking area when you turn off the main road towards Saimaanranta Resort by Anttolanhovi and follow the signs. From the parking area you can, for example, cycle to the start and finish area of the event.


ROUTE MARKING

Both routes of the event are carefully marked and there is no risk of getting lost. Follow the route directly unless otherwise indicated.


PHOTOGRAPHY

During the event we will take photos to tell our participants about the great atmosphere of Luonteri Pyöräily. We will publish the photos here on the Luonteri Pyöräily website shortly after the event. We will use the photos to promote next year's event. We reserve the rights to the pictures we take.


INSURANCE

Everyone drives at their own risk. Check your own leisure insurance coverage. Participants are not insured by the event organizers.


OTHER TERMS AND CONDITIONS

NOTE! If for any reason you are unable to attend on the day of the event, your registration fees will not be refunded and you will not be able to carry over your participation to the following year. However, it is possible to sell or transfer the right to participate. If the event has to be cancelled for any reason, the right of participation will be carried over to the following year.


The organizer, Etelä-Savon Liikunta, has the right to make changes to the arrangements for the event or to cancel it completely.