Get to know Jyväskylä's neighbourhoods
A big soul in a big city
Jyväskylä is known as a vibrant and attractive student city and sports capital, as well as a versatile events centre.
The city follows the path of Alvar Aalto and education and is widely regarded as the best place in Finland for children to grow up.
Jyväskylä is a permanent favourite of immigrants. From the city centre to vibrant centres and villages, there are options for housing and construction. Quality living environments are located close to good transport connections and a wide range of services, in the beautiful scenery of Central Finland and close to lakes and rivers.
On this website you will find a map of the services in each residential area, as well as information on day-care centres, schools and outdoor and sports facilities in the area.
Jyväskylä on the move
Jyväskylä combines the pulse of the city with the closeness of nature in a rare way. This resource-wise City of Light focuses on everyday safety and business. A wide range of sports and leisure opportunities, stunning nature and a lively cultural life pamper residents and visitors alike.
Sport and exercise are one of Jyväskylä's major strengths. The Faculty of Sport, top sports research and excellent sports clubs are key players in both recreational and competitive sport.
The city creates opportunities for self-directed physical activity and for taking care of one's own health. The city has built new local sports facilities and primary schools operate according to the "Moving School" principles.
Jyväskylä is easy to come to, but also easy to stay and put down roots.
Welcome to have the time of your life in Jyväskylä, in the middle of Finland!
Jyväskylä neighbourhoods on the map
