Hatsola by Lake Murtonen: lake, village history and cycling route

Hatsola is a village shaped by Lake Murtonen. From Hatsolan koulu, you can also see fields and forests. The village lies about seven kilometres southwest of the centre of Juva and close to National Road 5. This combination of lake, village and location gives you a practical starting point for planning your holiday if you do not want to base your stay solely around the centre of Juva.

Lake Murtonen and the beach

Lake Murtonen shapes the village landscape, and there is a beach near Vanha Juvantie. These are two specific points to consider if you are thinking of visiting Hatsola for its scenery and connection to the water. When looking for a holiday apartment or holiday home, you can consider whether a lakeside village suits your trip. The beach is a distinct local feature, not just a description of the lake: it is located near Vanha Juvantie.

A piece of school history

The stone Hatsolan koulu was built in 1931. It was once the first centrally heated school in the municipality of Juva. This distinction gives the building a special place in local history: central heating was part of its facilities at the time, making the school stand out within the municipality.

By bike or on the ice

The 35-kilometre Vanha vitonen cycling route runs from Mikkeli to Juva along the old National Road 5. From there, you can continue to Hatsola along quiet side roads. This makes it possible to combine the journey between Mikkeli and Juva with a onward trip to the village.

An ice-skating rink is another specific local feature: it is located at Hatsolan koulu, Vanha-Juvantie 267, 51820 Hatsola. Alongside the lake and cycling, this offers another local connection to outdoor activities.

Services and local offerings

The nearest grocery store is Juvan ABC:n Sale in the Vehmaa area, about four kilometres away. There are also local food and garden produce offerings in Hatsola and the surrounding area. For a self-catering trip, these are two different things to note: the grocery store as a place to buy food, and the local offerings as a way to connect with the region. The mobile regional library service Jasso Toenperä is also part of local life, regularly visiting the Hatsola and Maivala areas of Juva.

A special rental option is available at Purholan maitotila, located in the village of Hatsola: a lakeside cabin can be rented for use in both winter and summer. This seasonal availability makes Hatsola an interesting destination at different times of year. If you are looking for a holiday apartment or holiday home in Hatsola, this lakeside cabin offers a specific local accommodation option; the lake, cycling route and village history provide different reasons to explore the area further.

More places at this level: Neuvola, Joroinen, Rantasalmi, Juva, Jäppilä, Härkälä, Venetmäki.

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