18 days in Central Finland Itinerary

Karstula is a municipality of Finland founded in 1867. When in Karstula, make a side trip to see Pyha-Hakki National Park in Saarijarvi, approximately Saarijarvi away. The adventure continues: see the interesting displays at Car Museum Wanhat Wehkeet, take some stellar pictures from Julmat Lammit, and take in panoramic vistas at Kirkkovuori Nature Observation Tower.

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Washington DC, USA to Karstula is an approximately 23.5-hour combination of car and flight. You'll lose 7 hours traveling from Washington DC to Karstula due to the time zone difference. When traveling from Washington DC in December, plan for colder days in Karstula, with highs around 29°F, while nights are a bit cooler with lows around 20°F. You will have some time to spend on the 9th (Wed) before leaving for Jyvaskyla.

Jyväskylä is a city and municipality in Finland and in the western part of the Finnish Lakeland. Explore Jyvaskyla's surroundings by going to Korpilahti (Oravivuori Triangulation Tower & Hoyry Galleria), Jamsa (Vitikkala Manor & Himos Ski Resort) and Petajavesi Old Church (in Petajavesi). Spend the 16th (Wed) exploring nature at Leivonmaki National Park. There's lots more to do: get engrossed in the history at Toivolan Vanha Piha, don't miss a visit to Saynatsalo Town Hall, see the interesting displays at The Alvar Aalto Museum, and enjoy the scholastic atmosphere at University of Jyvaskyla.

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You can drive from Karstula to Jyvaskyla in 1.5 hours. In December, daytime highs in Jyvaskyla are 28°F, while nighttime lows are 19°F. On the 18th (Fri), you'll have the morning to explore before heading back home.