🇫🇮 Lappeenranta, Finland

Lappeenranta is a city located in southeastern Finland, near the Russian border. With a population of around 73,000, it is known for its beautiful lakes and historical sites. For seafarers and shipowners, Lappeenranta is not directly on the coast, but it does offer access to Lake Saimaa, the largest lake in Finland, which provides opportunities for boating and sailing. The city also has a shipyard that specializes in building and repairing wooden boats, making it of interest to crewing companies and those i