Pielavesi

Region: Northern Savonia | Population: ~3,980 (31 December 2024) | Area: ~1,153 km²

Town Highlights

• Historic inland municipality in Northern Savonia
• Agricultural heartland with wood‑built villages
• Peaceful lakeside retreats and rural culture

Nature & Climate

Rolling farmland, lakes, and forest patches typical of Savonia.

Fun Facts

• Population declined ~20 % from 2020 to 2024
• Sparsely populated: ~3.5 people/km²