Kaunisharjun lähde

## Overview Kaunisharjun lähde is a natural spring located along Kotaniementie in Jyväskylä, Finland, near the shores of the large and scenic Lake Leppävesi. The spring serves as both an interesting tourist attraction and a historical landmark in the region. The water has been reported to be pure and fresh, though as always, visitors should drink at their own risk. The site is open to the public 24/7, and there's no limit on how much water you can collect — just be sure to bring your own containers. Note that the spring may be frozen during the colder months, so plan accordingly if you're visiting in winter. ## Directions The spring is located at Kotaniementie 57, 40800 Jyväskylä, Finland. The precise coordinates are 62.266956814906116, 25.910305380868337. If you're beginning from Jyväskylä, Finland: Head northwest on Asemakatu toward Kauppalaispiha. Then take E63/E75, Vaajakoskentie and Leppävedentie/Route 638 to Kaunisharjuntie. Finally, continue on Kaunisharjuntie and drive to Kotaniementie. ## What to Expect Plan to set aside a full day for this trip — the spring is a fairly long distance from the city center. The spring itself isn't usually crowded, though Lake Leppävesi can draw visitors throughout the year. The lakeside setting makes the journey well worth it, offering a peaceful natural escape alongside your water collection stop.