Venue & Surroundings

Log Boats & Terrace

In 1937, these barges carried timber along Lake Päijänne. Today they offer one of the most unique outdoor event spaces in the Jyväskylä region, right on the shore of Lake Päijänne. Dining for up to 140 guests.

Available May–September.

Practical information

• Seating for 140 guests
• Bar
• Private restrooms
• Sound system
• Stage
• Covered terrace
• Private small boat jetty

Ideal for

• Weddings and ceremonies
• Corporate events and client evenings
• BBQ parties and summer events
• Concerts and entertainment evenings

Log Boats floor plan

See the full picture from the map. The floor plan helps you visualise the relationship between the barges, terrace and shoreline.

M/S Apaja

M/S Apaja carries your group elegantly from Jyväskylä harbour directly to Apaja’s own jetty and back. The cruise is the perfect way to start or end the evening. The vessel is also available for themed cruises and inland waterway cruises on request.

Boat details

• Recommended number of guests: 10–35
• Indoor seating: max. 40
• Deck seating: 10

On board

• Bar with alcohol licence
• Sound system and microphone available throughout the cruise
• Live music, performers and programme available on request

Please note: bringing your own drinks on board is not permitted.

Ideal for

• Small meeting groups and strategy days on the lake
• Corporate evenings and client events
• Team day transfers and programme
• Weddings and celebration transfers
• Themed cruises and private escapes

M/S Apaja indoor floor plan

M/S Apaja outdoor floor plan

The Courtyard

Beautiful all year round, unforgettable in every season.

Savutuvan Apaja’s courtyard is a rare place where history feels tangible. Located on the nature-protected island of Haapasaari on Lake Päijänne, over 30 historic farmhouse buildings stand on the site, each transported from different parts of Central Finland, each carrying its own story.

At the heart of the courtyard is our own garden, where herbs and vegetables are grown for our food and drinks. Guests are welcome to pick fresh produce during their visit. A small gesture that says everything about what hospitality means at Apaja.

• Over 30 historic farmhouse buildings with an average age of over 150 years
• The last log boats on Lake Päijänne, right by the shore
• Our own garden where guests are welcome to pick fresh herbs and vegetables
• Three sauna buildings and four lakeside jacuzzis on Lake Päijänne
• Located on the nature-protected island of Haapasaari

Venue map

A venue with roots in Central Finland

The venue map gives you the full picture of Savutuvan Apaja. Buildings from different decades, each relocated here from its own corner of Central Finland.

Particularly useful when planning larger events using the full venue. The map also shows distances between the saunas, building locations and circulation routes at a glance.