Puijo Tower
Kuopio, Finland
A 75-metre tower on a hill above Kuopio, looking over the Kallavesi lake system and endless forest. Drive up or walk, go late in the day for the light, and check the weather first, as clouds can hide the view.
Puijo Tower stands on Puijo hill in Kuopio in eastern Finland. The 75 m tower was completed on 27 July 1963 and is the third tower on the site; earlier towers stood here in 1856 and 1906. It was the first tower with a revolving restaurant in the Nordic countries, which has 100 seats. The tower was the model for Näsinneula in Tampere, which opened in 1971.
From the top the view takes in central Kuopio and the Kallavesi lake district. Three ski-jumping hills lie to the west of the tower. Allow about one to two hours for a visit. In fog or low cloud visibility is limited, so check the weather forecast and current opening times beforehand.
- Nearest town
- Kuopio, Finland
- Category
- Scenic viewpoints
- GPS
- 62.9087, 27.6559
Hours, fees and access change. Confirm with the operator or park before you go.
Good to know
Best time to go
The most pleasant months are usually July. Still fine, with some compromises, in June and August–September. Cold, short days in November–April. (Estimate from long-term temperature averages, terrain and pass seasons)
Getting there
- Finland: No motorway tolls for cars. Motorway limit for cars: 120 km/h.
Sources
Nearby
Campsites nearby
- Matkailukeskus RauhalahtiCampsite5 km from Puijo Tower · 266 pitchesTentsCaravansElectricityDrinking waterShowersToiletsWaste disposalDogs allowed
- Camping AtrainCampsite19 km from Puijo Tower
All campsites in Finland · Campsite data: © OpenStreetMap contributors, ODbL 1.0 · Updated October 3, 2026
FAQs
Where is Puijo Tower?
Puijo Tower is in Kuopio, Finland, at GPS 62.9087, 27.6559. It is about 102 km from Nurmes.
Can you camp near Puijo Tower?
Yes. The nearest campsite listed in OpenStreetMap is Matkailukeskus Rauhalahti, about 5 km away; within 25 km there are 2 campsites and motorhome stopovers.
What is there to see near Puijo Tower?
Places worth a stop nearby: Koli National Park (111 km), Olavinlinna Castle (133 km), Petäjävesi Old Church (146 km) and Punkaharju ridge (156 km).
When is the best time to visit Puijo Tower?
The most pleasant months are usually July. Still fine, with some compromises, in June and August–September. (Estimate from long-term temperature averages, terrain and pass seasons)