Pieksämäki

Pieksämäki is a railway town in South Savo with a central station that serves as a transport hub connecting to major Finnish cities. The municipality spreads across forest and lake landscapes covering roughly 1,800 square kilometers.

The railway that reached this area in the 19th century transformed it into a transport hub and catalyzed settlement growth. The town gained official status in 1962 following its development as a significant junction.

The Savo Railway Museum displays historical locomotives and railway equipment that document how trains shaped Finnish transport. The collection shows the important role rail travel played in developing this region.

The central station offers regular train connections to Helsinki, Jyväskylä, Joensuu, and Kuopio, making it easy to reach from major Finnish cities. Visitors can use this hub to travel onward to other destinations or explore the town itself.

Diaconia University of Applied Sciences runs a specialized campus here focused on social services and healthcare training. This institution has given the town an unexpected role in preparing professionals for these fields.

Location: South Savo

Inception: 1962

Reference: 593

Shares border with: Hankasalmi, Joroinen, Juva, Kangasniemi, Leppävirta, Mikkeli, Rautalampi, Suonenjoki

Website: https://pieksamaki.fi

GPS coordinates: 62.30028,27.16417

Latest update: December 20, 2025 03:07