The stadium has hosted a record-breaking seven FIS Nordic World Ski Championships, more than any other venue in history.
The structure is built into a glacial ridge, which provides natural wind protection and seating slopes.
During the summer, the main pitch is utilized for Finnish Veikkausliiga football matches.
The venue is directly linked to the Lahti Ski Museum, which documents the history of Nordic skiing.
The ski jumping hills adjacent to the stadium are visible landmarks from most points in the city center.
Lahti Stadium is a multipurpose sports venue located within the Lahti Sports Center, situated at the base of the city's iconic ski jumping hills. The stadium serves as the primary arena for the annual Salpausselkä Games, an international winter sports event featuring cross-country skiing, ski jumping, and Nordic combined. Beyond winter sports, the facility features an IAAF-standard athletics track and grass field used for football matches and track-and-field competitions. The site has hosted the FIS Nordic World Ski Championships seven times, a record in the history of the competition. The stadium architecture is integrated into the rugged Finnish landscape, utilizing the natural bowl formation of the terrain. Visitors can walk around the exterior and access elevated viewpoints that overlook the stadium bowl and the surrounding Salpausselkä ridges.
The viewing platform at the base of the ski jumping towers looking down into the stadium bowl.
Walk to the top of the adjacent ski jumping towers for a panoramic view of Lahti and the Vesijärvi lake.
Wear comfortable, grippy footwear, as the surrounding sports center area involves walking on sloped terrain.
Check the event calendar online before visiting, as the facility is frequently closed to the public during international competitions.
Do not attempt to climb the barriers around the ski jumping outrun area, as it is restricted for safety.
The outdoor areas are generally accessible year-round, but specific competition dates require tickets and restrict public access.
Maintain distance from active training areas on the track or jumping hills.
