Spa Resort Peurunka is situated at the beautiful Lake Peurunka.
Wellness Profile of the Month, Finland
Take a break to unwind and recharge Spa Resort Peurunka celebrates its 45th anniversary this year. With a long tradition in the wellness business, the resort makes sure that the guests get a chance to recharge their batteries by taking care of their body and mind. By Mari Koskinen | Photos: Spa Resort Peurunka
Spa Resort Peurunka boasts a modern spa, many restaurants and plenty of activities and entertainment that fulfil guests’ every need. “Our roots lie deep in the wellbeing of people, and today the wellness concept has a holistic approach, taking care of both body and mind,” says marketing director Tiina Björk. Peurunka is located in central Finland, close to Jyväskylä, and it is one of the largest resorts in the area. The environment itself provides a relaxing and nurturing aspect, as the pure Finnish na114 | Issue 125 | June 2019
ture is at its best here. There are many different accommodation options: there are comfortable hotel rooms and wellequipped apartments, spacious holiday cottages and also budget accommodation – all located conveniently within the compact resort area. Peurunka has the most modern spa in Finland, opened in 2012. There are both relaxing spa experience pools and pools with water park features, including the longest waterslide in northern Europe, measuring 130 metres – so the whole family can enjoy and relax together.
There are also many different types of saunas; in addition to the Finnish sauna, there are infra-red saunas and a steam bath in the spa. Outdoors, there is a traditional Finnish sauna and a smoke sauna, both with access to the Lake Peurunka for a refreshing dip. The Day Spa offers sumptuous beauty treatments and relaxing massage therapy.
Action for everyone Guests have many options with which to boost their wellbeing, and they can try lots of different sports. The resort offers basketball, volleyball and badminton courts as well as a bowling alley. There is also an ice rink for skating, ice hockey and curling. Moreover, there is a fully equipped gym with many weekly group classes. It also offers professional fitness testing services.