Kukonharju Canal, Military canal in Puumala and Ruokolahti, Finland.
The Kukonharju Canal stretches for 800 meters through the regions of Puumala and Ruokolahti, connecting different sections of Lake Saimaa.
Built in 1790 as part of the Suvorov military canal system, this waterway served as a strategic route for Russian naval operations against Swedish forces.
The canal represents early Finnish engineering achievements, with its stone structures and water management systems still visible along the waterway.
Visitors can reach the canal via marked paths from both Puumala and Ruokolahti municipalities, with parking areas available near the main access points.
The canal features original stone entrances with historical log blockade mechanisms designed to prevent enemy ships from passing through the waterway.
Location: Puumala
Location: Ruokolahti
Inception: 1790
Length: 800 m
Part of: Suvorov military canals
GPS coordinates: 61.49278,28.52583
Latest update: March 4, 2025 18:03
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