In the Langinkoski Nature Reserve, the Langinkoski branch of the Kymi River flows out to the sea. Langinkoski attracts fishermen from near and far. Tsar Alexander III also fell in love with the place and built his own villa there. Today, the Imperial Fishing Lodge at Langinkoski serves as a museum.
- The flowing waters of the rapids
- The Imperial Fishing Lodge
- Popular place for fly fishing
- Summer café
Activities and trails
Natural features of Langinkoski Nature Reserve
In 1938, a few years after the museum was established, the area surrounding the fishing lodge was declared a forest park. The official government regulation on protecting the area was given in 1960.
Nature at the site
History and sights of Langinkoski Nature Reserve
Langinkoski Rapids have long fishing traditions: already in the 1790s, the monks of Valaam Monastery (located on Valaam Island at Lake Ladoga) had fishing rights to the place.
History of the destinationVisitor's checklist
Camping in the area is prohibited
Making fire is forbidden
Remember to bring a trash bagThere is no recycling point in the area. Bring a trash bag and take the trash with you.
Always keep pets on a leashAlso remember a dog waste bag and clean up after your dog.
The destination is a nature reserveEveryman’s Right are not valid as such in the nature reserve.- Staying overnight in the area is prohibited