Vainikkala is a quaint village located in the South Karelia region of Eastern Finland.
It is part of the
Lappeenranta
municipality and is situated approximately 29 kilometers south of the city center.
With a population of around 400 residents, Vainikkala is a small but significant community, especially due to
its strategic location on the Finnish-Russian border.
Vainikkala's history is deeply intertwined with its role as a border village.
The village has long served as a crucial checkpoint for Finnish border controls and customs.
The Vainikkala railway station, established in the early 20th century, has been a pivotal point for passenger and
freight trains traveling between Finland and Russia.
This railway station is the last stop on the Finnish side before entering
Russia
, making it an essential hub for international travel and trade.
The presence of the Vainikkala railway station has made the village an important node in trade between the
European Union and Russia.
The freight terminal in Vainikkala handles a significant volume of goods, contributing to the local economy.
The largest employers in the village are VR, the Finnish state passenger railway company, and Finnish Customs
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