Comfortable lodging, delicious homemade food, and the calm of nature in Kymenlaakso

Markkula is a cosy, nature‑close camp and retreat center on the shore of Lake Suur-Merkjärvi, just 15 km from Hamina. We offer both groups and individual guests homely accommodation, homemade food prepared from scratch, and versatile spaces for celebrations, meetings, and camps.

Our lakeside sauna invites you to relax year‑round. In winter you can refresh yourself with an ice dip, and in summer you can swim in the clear lake. The surrounding forest and yard areas are perfect for enjoying nature and spending time together. The Portimo Trails – a network of hiking routes totaling over 60 kilometres – runs right next to Markkula. Welcome to unwind in the embrace of nature!

Services

We can tailor our wide range of services to fit your needs.

Main building
Camps & Groups

Markkula provides excellent facilities for confirmation camps, trainings, and association events. Groups have access to the main building’s accommodation, the dining hall and fireplace room, as well as the spacious yard, a cosy log cabin, grill shelter, and lakeside sauna.

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Bedroom
Accommodation

We accommodate both groups and individual guests. Groups of at least 20 people stay in the main building, which has 38 beds in rooms for 1–4 guests. Individual travellers can book the log cabin when there are no groups on site.

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Hall
Meetings & Celebrations

Host meetings, family occasions, and other events in a peaceful natural setting. You’ll have a banquet hall, dining areas, and a fireplace room at your disposal. Our kitchen provides tasty catering, and every event is tailored to your wishes.

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Sauna
Sauna & Ice Swimming

Our lakeside sauna offers relaxing steam all year. The ice‑swimming season runs from September to May on Wednesdays from 16:00 to 20:00. We will announce exact dates and any changes on our Facebook page.

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Food

The kitchen is the heart of Markkula – we cook tasty, homemade meals from quality ingredients.

Sample Day of Meals

Breakfast

Oven‑fresh bread rolls
Porridge with berries
Breads, cheeses and cold cuts
Fresh fruit and vegetables
Coffee, tea and juice

Lunch

Hearty lasagne
Warm vegetable side
Crisp salad
Fresh bread and spread

Afternoon Coffee

Home‑baked treats such as sweet buns, doughnuts or Swiss roll
Coffee and tea

Dinner

Creamy salmon soup
Fresh vegetables
Rye bread and cheese

Evening Snack

House‑baked breads, Karelian pies or potato flatbreads
Cheese, cold cuts and vegetables
Fresh fruit
A calming cup of tea

Main building
Our kitchen also caters

We prepare delicious, homemade food for celebrations and events. You can enjoy the catering on site or have it delivered to your preferred address. We craft the menu to your wishes – be it a family party, corporate function or other occasion.

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Facilities

Our cosy and practical spaces are ideal for accommodation, celebrations, gatherings and relaxed time together close to nature.

Lounge area
Main Building

The main building has 38 beds in rooms for 1–4 guests. Showers and toilets are located in the corridors and shared by guests. In addition, the building includes a spacious dining room as well as a banquet hall and fireplace room – perfect for meals, meetings and different celebrations.

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Log cabin
Log Cabin

Located by the shore, the log cabin offers an atmospheric spot for an evening together – or a peaceful overnight stay by the glow of the fireplace. The cabin can be reserved for group use, or rented for private stays when there are no groups in house.

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Lakeside sauna
Lakeside Sauna

The lakeside sauna has two separate sauna sections with showers, and the clear lake invites you to take a refreshing dip – both on hot summer days or even through the ice in winter.

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Grill shelter
Grill Shelter

The grill shelter in the yard is perfect for campfire moments – try Finnish “muurinpohja” style pancakes cooked on a griddle with friends.

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Prices

Prices updated 8/2025. Markkula reserves the right to changes.

Accommodation

Adults

First night

37 €

Following nights

29 €

Children under 12

First night

29 €

Following nights

24 €

Food

Adults

Breakfast

7.50 €

Lunch

13 €

Afternoon snack

6 €

Dinner

10.50 €

Evening snack

7.50 €

Children under 12

Breakfast

5.50 €

Lunch

9.50 €

Afternoon snack

4.50 €

Dinner

8 €

Evening snack

5.50 €

Sauna


Large sauna, max 8 people / 2 h

75 €

Small sauna, max 6 people / 2 h

65 €

Both saunas, 2 h

110 €

Contact

Planning a camp, celebration or other event? Get in touch and we’ll tailor a package that suits your needs. Want to come for a sauna evening or ask about today’s bakery selection? Call or email us – we’re happy to help with any questions!

Info: 050 306 0805
Hostess: 040 829 5488
info@markkulaleirikeskus.com

Markkula leirikeskus
Merkniemi 2, 49570 Kannusjärvi

 We recommend arriving by car or charter bus. The nearest public transport hubs are in Hamina, 15 kilometres away; from there, continue by taxi if arriving by train or coach. Feel free to ask about travel arrangements too, we’ll gladly advise.