Site Map: Sites 6-14

13. Korosniemi prehistoric settlement in Ruokolahti
Five different prehistoric population concentrations are known in the Korosniemi area. The area has been populated from the Combed Ware period to the end of the Stone Age or the beginning of the Early Metal Age. The clearest settlement phase dates back 6000 years ago to the Typical Combed Ware period (3900-3400 B.C.). At that time the Korosniemi region was an archipelago. When the Saimaa's Vuoksi outlet channel broke open some 6000 years ago, the surface of Lake Saimaa dropped about three metres and the region began to take shape as we know it today. People lived on the islands both before and after the opening of the Vuoksi.

Studies at the dwelling sites have revealed pieces of pottery, a fragment of a stone object, broken pieces of stone, and burnt bone chips left from the meals of ancient peoples.

Driving directions: The site is located at the Korosniemi Caravan Park. Turn from Äitsaarentie road onto Korosniementie road, and continue about 2 km. Turn right into the caravan park. Parking at the front part of the caravan park, from where visitors continue on foot to the site. Opportunity to stay overnight in a cabin. Direct inquiries to Seija and Pentti Teräväinen, 05-434 7158, 040 505 5573.