Restaurant
The Holiday Village’s restaurant is open daily from 1.5-31.8 and by arrangement at other times.
Local food from North Karelia
Lunch is served daily from mid-June until the 15th of August. Home-cooked food is served for lunch, and fish lovers especially will enjoy our wide range of fish dishes. Our restaurant favours locally sourced food, and the fish we serve is processed by our other company, Laukkasen Kala. From Midsummer until the end of August, our restaurant serves lakeshore fish, blazed salmon, and pit-roasted meat known as Rosvopaisti, “robber’s roast” weekly.
The restaurant has a capacity of 90, with 200 seats out on the covered terrace. It is possible to book the facilities for private functions, such as weddings, birthdays, or corporate events. A catering services is also available during the off-season.
On summer evenings, guests can enjoy live music on the terrace, and on lakeshore fish evenings, entertainment continues until late with a DJ/karaoke on the terrace. In the restaurant, you can also challenge your friends to a game of pool, or check out what the library has to offer.
The area has a charging station (2*22kW) for electric vehicles, and charging works with the Evenli app. The restaurant also accepts lunch vouchers, Smartum and ePassi as payment methods.
Lunch menu
The Holiday Village’s restaurant is open daily from 1.5-31.8 and by arrangement at other times.
Weekly program in summer 2026
22.6.2026 – 21.8.2026
Mondays beach fish evening starting at 6:00 PM
- Vendace and salmon soup on the terrace €16.50/person
- Karaoke in July 7:30 PM – 10:30PM
Tuesdays bingo on the terrace at 5:00 PM
- Bingo will be played from June 23th to August 4th, 2026
Wednesdays flame salmon evening starting at 5:00 PM
- We flame salmon on the beach grill shelter, first table setting ready at 6:00 PM
- Orders in advance at reception, €42/kg
Thursdays bandit roast available at 7:00 PM
- Pork and lamb with side dishes
- Pre-registration no later than the previous Tuesday at 11:00 AM
- Minimum number of participants 10 people, €35/person
Fridays smoked vendace and rainbow trout
- On sale Friday afternoon smoked fish
- Pre-orders the day before
- Salmon €36.50/kg, vendace €20/kg
Upcoming events
Midsummer by Lake Puruvesi, 19 June 2026
Welcome to celebrate Midsummer in atmospheric lake scenery!
On Midsummer Eve, Friday 19 June 2026, the bonfire will be lit at 18:00, weather permitting. The evening continues with music, as Selmers performs on the terrace from around 20:30.
Come and enjoy a summer evening, good company and the unique atmosphere of Midsummer by Lake Puruvesi!
Accommodation bookings via the online shop or by calling +358 10 2070 110
Puruvesi Salmon King 2026 – 27–28 June 2026
The legendary Puruvesi Salmon King competition will take place again on 27–28 June 2026! First held in 1983, the competition brings fishing enthusiasts together for the 42nd time for a traditional rowing trolling competition.
The starting points are Ruokkeen Lomakylä, which also serves as the competition centre, and Mäntyranta Camping. Registration is now open – join us for one of the most anticipated events of the summer!
On Saturday evening, the atmosphere continues at the Ruokkee competition dance, featuring Telemark Kollektiivi.
See you in the Puruvesi landscapes this summer!
Accommodation bookings via the online shop or by calling +358 10 2070 110
Puruvesi Race – Surf Competitions, 4–5 July 2026
Puruvesi Race, held on Lake Puruvesi, brings together surf enthusiasts to compete in stunning lake scenery. The event offers an exciting competition atmosphere and a summery vibe for both participants and spectators.
More information about the event will be published closer to the date.
https://spll.fi/kilpailut/calendar-events/
Accommodation bookings via the online shop or by calling +358 10 2070 110
Kiteen Pallo – Pattijoen Urheilijat 12.07.2026
Ruokkeen Lomakylä is organizing a bus trip to the Superpesis match in Kitee on Sunday, July 12, 2026!
The bus will depart from the holiday village at approximately 3:45 PM. You can also join the ride from Pivanka at approximately 4:00 PM.
The match starts at 5:00 PM, and the return bus will leave after the game ends.
Please register for the bus ride at the holiday village reception by July 10:
Phone: 010 2070 110
Email: info@ruokkeenlomakyla.fi
Maarit Hurmerinta Duo – 23 July 2026
Welcome to enjoy the atmosphere of Finnish music as Maarit Hurmerinta Duo takes the stage! Maarit’s long and successful career as an artist began already in 1972, and over the years she has become one of Finland’s most respected interpreters of music.
Maarit and Sami Hurmerinta form a strong and warm-hearted duo whose performance reflects a genuine love for music. During the evening, you will hear well-known songs from over the years, such as Jäätelökesä and Toiset tytöt, toiset pojat, along with other beloved melodies.
A atmospheric summer evening full of music, emotion and togetherness awaits.
Buy tickets!
Accommodation bookings via the online shop or by calling +358 10 2070 110
Puruvesi Autumn Trolling, 5–6 September 2026
Puruvesi Autumn Trolling once again brings fishing enthusiasts together to enjoy the autumn competition atmosphere in beautiful lake scenery. The event takes place on Lake Puruvesi, with Ruokkeen Lomakylä serving as the competition centre.
The competition is organised by Karjalan Kalamiehet ry, and the event offers a great opportunity to test your skills and spend time with like-minded anglers.
More information and registration:
www.karjalankalamiehet.fi/puruveden-syysuistelu
Contact persons:
Office tel. +358 50 349 2444
Jarkko Lampinen tel. +358 44 587 0296
Accommodation bookings via the online shop or by calling +358 10 2070 110
Puruvesi Salmonid Stocking Event, 31 Oct–1 Nov 2026
Puruvesi Salmonid Stocking Gathering brings together friends of fishing and water conservation for an autumn event.
The event offers interesting programme as well as a chance to spend time in the beautiful autumn nature by Lake Puruvesi.
More information about the event will be published closer to the date.
More information closer to the date.
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