Jyväskylä Region in brief



  • Jyväskylä is the capital of Central Finland with more than
    130 000 inhabitants.
  • The population of the Jyväskylä region is over 170 000.
  • One of Finland's five centres of growth and an important industrial area.
  • Hosts the second busiest trade and exhibition centre in Finland.
  • International and youthful environment.
  • Highly esteemed educational institutions: the University of Jyväskylä, JAMK University of Applied Sciences and Jyväskylä Educational Consortium.
  • Exquisite natural scenery with breathtakingly beautiful lakes (Lake Päijänne) and pristine forests.
  • Safe and attractive living environment with many recreational opportunities.