A week in Joensuu gave Susa Vuori the opportunity to return to the city where she spent her student years. The idea of returning to a familiar environment sparked excitement, and the chance to become a tester of Joensuu was especially fascinating.
– I lived in Joensuu when I studied at Karelia University of Applied Sciences. It’s been seven years since I moved away, Susa says.
Over the years, Susa hadn’t had the chance to return to Joensuu, so Test Joensuu ‑week not only offered nostalgic memories but also the opportunity to experience the city again. During the week, familiar streets and landscapes brought memories from her student years.
Joensuu holds a special place in my heart
– I walked the same streets I used to bike to work, school, or hobbies, Susa warmly recalls. She mentions that Joensuu felt both familiar and, at the same time, new and interesting.
– Joensuu holds a special place in my heart, Susa says. She arrived in the city full of expectations and had a unique experience, which opened the city in a new way, offering plenty of memorable experiences.
Currently, Susa lives in Espoo, but the years spent in Joensuu make the city particularly important to her. However, this time, she didn’t travel alone. Her mother joined her, as she was on a winter holiday, and Susa wanted to share this special experience with her.
Diverse activities and experiences
The week in Joensuu offered many new experiences that Susa hadn’t yet tried during her student years. Back then, her days were mainly revolving around studies and work, but the Test Joensuu ‑week provided an opportunity to try a variety of new activities.
Susa’s workdays took place in Tiedepuisto, where she described the atmosphere as relaxed, and people met each other with joy. In the coworking space at Tiedepuisto, even strangers felt like colleagues. After workdays, the evenings were filled with events and activities.
– We tried reformer pilates! I had really been looking forward to it and wanted to try it, Susa says. The experience at Pilates Joensuu was memorable, and both Susa and her mother thoroughly enjoyed it.
Kuntokeidas, familiar from her student years with bowling, offered a new experience this time—playing badminton. It immediately sparked excitement, and Susa says they plan to continue playing badminton in the future.
The winter weather in Joensuu provided a great conditions for both skiing and ice swimming. Ski tracks in Laulurinne invited them to ski, and the ice swimming at Ilosaari offered a refreshing experience for ice swimming enthusiasts.
In addition to exercise, the week included culture and relaxation. The performance Juhlat – ja elämä siinä sivussa at the City Theater provided a memorable theater night, and the glow of Botania captivated them with its beauty. Saturday morning added some luxury with a breakfast and spa experience at Kimmel.
The charm and beauty of Joensuu
– The whole week was so fun and amazing, Susa says. The Test Joensuu ‑week was an unforgettable experience, leaving warm memories for both Susa and her mother.
Living at Penttilä’s Lighthouse made an impression with its stunning views, and the environment of Pielisjoki has been a favorite of Susa’s since her student years.
– I always loved walking along the river, she says. During the week, they enjoyed several walks along the river, and Susa says she could stay for hours just looking at the beautiful scenery of the Pielisjoki.
Joensuu has amazing outdoor trails and winter activities – there are also a huge number of indoor activities
In Joensuu, Susa particularly appreciates the compactness of the city and the ease of getting around on foot, while getting fresh air and movement for the body. During her student years, she cycled a lot from place to place, and now she noticed how popular cycling is in Joensuu, even in winter.
Joensuu had a relaxed and warm atmosphere, which further strengthened Susa’s positive image of the city. She also noticed how versatile the activities are in Joensuu, with something for everyone.
– Joensuu has amazing outdoor trails and winter activities like skiing and snowshoeing. In poor weather, there are also a huge number of indoor activities, she says.
Test Joensuu ‑week was an unforgettable experience that opened the city in an entirely new way. It left warm memories and sparked a desire to return again. Susa is thinking that it would be nice to return next time to experience summer in Joensuu.
Artificial intelligence has been used in the translation of the article.
