mästä

Mästä is a small town located in the northern parts of Finland, within the region of Savonia. It is situated in the Kaavi Municipality, in the Eastern Finland province. The town is situated approximately 17 kilometers north of the Kaavi municipality's administrative center, and has a population of around 1,200 people.

Geographically, Mästä is situated near Lake Onkamo, which is a small body of water that is part of the larger Kaavi-Seppälänjärvi chain of lakes. The town is also close to several other lakes and wetlands, which are significant for local wildlife and ecosystems. The surrounding landscape is primarily forested, with areas of mire and wetland ecosystems also present.

The economy of the Mästä area is largely based on forestry, logging, and agriculture, with small-scale industrial activities also present in the town. The local infrastructure is relatively basic, with a primary school, grocery store, and a few other essential services. However, further amenities and services can be found in the nearby town of Kaavi.

The name of the town, Mästä, is a Finnish word that roughly translates to "a ridge" or "a crest," likely referring to the town's geography and location on a small hill or ridge overlooking the surrounding countryside. Despite its relatively small size and remote location, Mästä remains an important and integral part of the local community in the Kaavi municipality.