Located by Lake Kallavesi in Kuopio

Arrival

Bellanranta is located just 2.5 kilometers from Kuopio city center in a beautiful spot on the shores of Lake Kallavesi. From Kuopio Airport (Rissala, Siilinjärvi), the distance to Bellanranta is approximately 21 kilometers.

You can easily reach us by car, Vilkku city bike, or local bus. For those arriving by water, there is a cozy guest pier located next to Saana.

Parking

The area offers plenty of free parking for cars and buses. Guests visiting Saana also have access to an electric vehicle charging point (11 kWh).

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Travel distances

  • Helsinki: 400km
  • Tampere: 300km
  • Oulu: 300km
  • Turku: 450km
  • Joensuu: 150km
  • Jyväskylä: 150km
  • Vaasa: 380km

How to get to Bellanranta

By car

The drive from the city center takes about 10 minutes, and the route is usually traffic-free. There are plenty of free parking spaces available, for example, in front of Saana and Huippu Center.

By bus

The drive from the city center takes about 10 minutes, and the route is usually traffic-free. There are plenty of free parking spaces available, for example, in front of Saana and Huippu Center.

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By city bike

Ebikes are a handy and easy way to reach Bellanranta. The nearest station is located at the Saana parking lot. Register as a Vilkku-bike user and download the Freebike mobile app to locate and pay for your bike.

By boat

The guest pier at Saana is cozy and close to all services. For boaters, an overnight stay costs €18, including water, electricity, and waste management. Bellanranta also features a fuel station and a septic tank pump-out station.

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By train

Kuopio has excellent train connections from across Finland, arriving directly in the city center. The travel time from Helsinki is approximately 4.5 hours.

By plane

Kuopio Airport is located in Rissala, Siilinjärvi, about 14 km from the city center. A taxi or car ride from the airport to Bellanranta takes about 20 minutes. Local bus line 40 operates between the airport and the city center.

Opening hours

Bella Beach

  • Closed in winter

Bella Lake Resort

  • Lakeside suites: Year round
  • Swan Park (Joutsenpuisto): Year round

Bella Wake

  • Closed in winter

Bellanpuisto

  • Closed in winter

Huippu Center

  • Gym: Reception Mon-Fri 14-20, la 10-19, Sun 12-18, members 05-24
  • Trampoline arena: Mon 14-19, Tue-Fri 14-20, Sat 10-19, Sun 12-18
  • Group exercise classes: See the class schedule

Iso-Kalla Brewery

  • Brewery tours: Pre-booking
  • Store & taproom (Oluthuone): Tue-Thu 14-19, Fri-Sat 12-19 (21)
  • Private sauna: Pre-booking

Kuopio Circus

  • Circus education: Weekly schedule
  • Corporate wellness workshops: Pre-booking

Kuopion Reippaan Voimistelijat (KRV)

  • Group fitness classes for adults: Weekly schedule
  • Open Gym – free practice sessions: Weekly schedule

Lignell & Piispanen

  • Cocktail school: See event calender
  • Factory outlet Kauppahuone & Arctic Bar: Fri & Sat 14-18
  • Tasting: View event calendar
  • Distillery tour: View event calendar

Massage Services by Kemppainen

Padel Club Kuopio

  • Indoor Padel: Mon – Sun 06:00-00:00 / Reception Mon – Fri 17:00-21:00

Pohjois-Savon Liikunta (PSL)

  • Para-sports equipment rental: Upon request
  • Sports camps: See the website
  • Tailored services: Upon request

RPS Brewing

  • Brewery shop: Fri 12:00-17:00 PM
  • Brewery tour: Pre-booking
  • Private sauna & lounge: Pre-booking

Saana

  • Sauna & Spa: Mon-Thu 11:00-21:00, Fri-Sat 11:00-22:00, Sun 12:00-18:00
  • Fish restaurant Fisu: Thu 17:00-20:30, Fri-Sat 17:00-21:30, Sun closed
  • Ice swimming: Mon-Thu 6:00-21:00, Fri-Sat 6:00-22:00, Sun 12:00-18:00
  • Wing restaurant: Mon 11:00-14:00, Tue-Thu 11:00-20:30, Fri 11:00-21:30, Sat 12:00-21:30, Sun 12:00-17:30
  • Sauna treatments: Pre-booking
  • Saana lunch: Mon-Fri 11:00-14:00
  • Pizzaana restaurant: In summer
  • Meetings & Events: Pre-booking
  • Caravan park: In summer
  • Guest harbor: In summer

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FAQ – Frequently asked questions

Coming with a larger group?

Bellanranta is an easy and versatile venue for various group events. All services are located close to each other, allowing you to seamlessly combine activities, dining, and accommodation.

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