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Things to see in Jämsä (Finland): 5 places and when to go
Jämsä is a town in Finland, and this site lists 5 places in and around it, mainly With kids (2), Nature (1), Mountains (1). The best known are Oravivuori and Jämsä Church. The best time to come is December to March and June to September; also possible: April to May and October. In June there are 19 h 10 of daylight, and in December, 4 h 50. Here is what there is, when to go, how to get there and what else is nearby.
In a nutshell
- Where
- Finland · 61.8731, 25.2906
- Places
- 5 places on this site, in the town and around it.
- What people come for
- With kids (2) · Nature (1) · Mountains (1) · Temples (1) · Wildlife (1) · Food and drink (1)
- Best time
- December to March and June to September.
- Also possible
- April to May and October.
- Nearest airport
- HEL Helsinki (Vantaa), 174 km as the crow flies
What to see in Jämsä
The places in and around Jämsä, best known first, each with its own page: what it is, when to go and what is next to it. Distances are from the centre, as the crow flies.
When to go to Jämsä
The best time to visit Jämsä is December to March and June to September; also possible: April to May and October. This comes from its own places: a month counts as the town's best time when it is the best time for half of what there is to see.
- JanBest time5:46
- FebBest time8:30
- MarBest time11:18
- AprPossible14:25
- MayPossible17:16
- JunBest time19:10
- JulBest time18:20
- AugBest time15:38
- SepBest time12:33
- OctPossible9:33
- NovBetter not6:36
- DecBest time4:50
Best timePossibleBetter notHours of daylight
In June there are 19 h 10 of daylight, and in December, 4 h 50. In June, 5 of the 5 places are at their best.
When to go to Finland in general, with its festivals and peak seasons, is in its country guide.
Getting to Jämsä
The nearest main airport is Helsinki Vantaa Airport (HEL, Helsinki (Vantaa)), 174 km as the crow flies. How to get around Finland (train, car, bus) is in its country guide, and what to sort out before you leave is in its checklist.
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Other towns nearby
- Mänttä6 places40 km
- Jyväskylä31 places49 km
- Eräjärvi6 places51 km
- Ruovesi6 places61 km
- Padasjoki5 places64 km
- Kalkkinen7 places68 km
And all of Finland, in its country guide.
Frequently asked questions
What is there to see in Jämsä?
The best known: Oravivuori, Jämsä Church. In all, 5 places in the town and around it, all on your trip map from day one.
When is the best time to visit Jämsä?
December to March and June to September; also possible: April to May and October. In June there are 19 h 10 of daylight, and in December, 4 h 50.
How do you get to Jämsä?
The nearest main airport is Helsinki Vantaa Airport (HEL), 174 km away. From there, directions opens the route on the map.
How do I add it to my trip?
Create a trip with Jämsä as the destination and these 5 places are on your map, each with its category. The ones you like go into a day's plan with one tap, and Kokai reminds you when you pass nearby.
Keep reading
- FinlandBefore travelling to Finland: 6 things worth sorting out, each with its deadline. For Spanish citizens, a Spanish ID card (DNI) is enough to get in.
- With kids115 places for with kids in Finland, from Santa Claus Village to spots hardly anyone knows. Best time: December to March and June to September. Each with its own season
- Where to travelPick what you fancy (mountains, beaches, museums…) and the months you have free, and Kokai tells you which countries to go to and what to see there.
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