Nokkakivi
Address
Ruuhimäentie 3, 41400 Lievestuore, Finland
Country
finland
Website
https://www.nokkakivi.fiOpening Hours
Daily 11:00-18:00 (June-August), seasonal hours
Popularity
**🌟 Finland's Newest and Most Charming Small Amusement Park** - **Finland's newest theme park** opened in 2007 - **Traditional nostalgic atmosphere** with moderate pricing - **Historic ride heritage** featuring Roundup ride with 40+ year Finnish history - **Family-focused experience** perfect for intimate park visits - **Beautiful garden setting** ideal for picnics and photography
Finland's Most Charming Boutique Amusement Park
Nokkakivi represents the newest addition to Finland's amusement park landscape, opening in 2007 near Jyväskylä in Lievestuore. This intimate destination quickly established itself as a beloved family attraction through its traditional nostalgic atmosphere, moderate pricing, and beautiful garden setting that creates a more personal alternative to larger theme parks.
🎠 Traditional Amusement Park Charm
Nokkakivi embraces classic amusement park traditions with a dozen carefully selected rides that provide authentic carnival experiences without overwhelming younger visitors. The park's smaller scale allows families to experience everything at a relaxed pace while building confidence for future visits to larger destinations.
🎡 Historic Ride Heritage
The park's most notable attraction is the historic Roundup ride, which carries remarkable 40+ year heritage in Finnish amusement park history:
Roundup's Finnish Journey:
- 1961-1976: Operated at Linnanmäki (Helsinki)
- 1977: Served at Särkänniemi (Tampere)
- 1986-2002: Entertained guests at Tykkimäki (Kouvola)
- 2007-Present: Found permanent home at Nokkakivi
This traveling piece of Finnish amusement history connects multiple generations of families across different parks and regions.
🌺 Beautiful Garden Setting
Nokkakivi's well-maintained gardens create a park-like atmosphere that encourages picnicking, photography, and relaxation. The natural beauty provides perfect backdrops for family photos and creates a peaceful environment that complements the excitement of rides.
💰 Accessible Family Entertainment
The park maintains moderate pricing that makes amusement park fun accessible to all families, continuing Finland's tradition of inclusive entertainment that doesn't burden household budgets.
👨👩👧👦 Perfect for Young Families
Nokkakivi's intimate scale and gentle atmosphere make it ideal for:
- First amusement park experiences for young children
- Families with toddlers who need manageable environments
Attractions in Nokkakivi
Historic Roundup
🎡 A Living Piece of Finnish Amusement Park History
The Historic Roundup carries extraordinary heritage as one of Finland's most traveled amusement park rides, having operated at four different Finnish parks over more than 40 years, creating memories for multiple generations.
📅 Historic Journey Across Finland
- 1961-1976: Thrilled visitors at Linnanmäki, Helsinki (15 years)
- 1977: Brief operation at Särkänniemi, Tampere
- 1986-2002: Long residence at Tykkimäki, Kouvola (16 years)
- 2007-Present: Permanent home at Nokkakivi, Lievestuore
🎢 Classic Ride Experience
- Traditional spinning mechanism unchanged since original installation
- Authentic 1960s engineering providing genuine vintage thrills
- Generational connections - grandparents, parents, and children sharing same ride
- Cultural artifact representing Finnish amusement park evolution
- still providing active entertainment