Find the School in Peräjärvi
This guide is based on My Winter Car Early Access (December 2025). The school's interactive features and activities may be expanded in future updates.
The school (Finnish: koulu) is a notable building located in the heart of Peräjärvi village. As one of the key landmarks in My Winter Car, it serves as a reference point for navigation and may play a larger role in future updates.
Located in the center of Peräjärvi village, the school is one of the main landmarks you'll encounter while exploring the town.
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Location | Central Peräjärvi |
| Building Type | Public Building / Landmark |
| Game Region | Alivieska (around Lake Peräjärvi) |
| MSC Reference | Similar location exists in My Summer Car |
The school is situated in the center of Peräjärvi village, the main populated area in My Winter Car. The game world is set in the fictional Alivieska region of Finland, surrounding the iconic Lake Peräjärvi.
My Winter Car is set in a fictional Finnish countryside area:
| Geographic Element | Details |
|---|---|
| Region Name | Alivieska (fictional) |
| Central Lake | Lake Peräjärvi (frozen in winter, driveable!) |
| Main Village | Peräjärvi |
| Player Starting Point | Apartment A6 in apartment block |
Here's how to find the school from your starting apartment:
Exit your apartment in the apartment block. This is your starting location in My Winter Car.
Before heading out, look at the in-game map on your apartment wall. This shows all major locations including the school.
Drive or walk towards the center of Peräjärvi village. The school is located in the central area, near other public buildings like the pub and cemetery.
The school is a distinct building in the village center. You'll recognize it as a larger public building compared to residential houses.
The village center is fairly compact. Once you're in the main area of Peräjärvi with the pub and other businesses, the school is nearby. Use the in-game map as your primary navigation tool!
The school is located in the busiest part of Peräjärvi. Here are the notable locations nearby:
Central village landmark
Local bar in village center
Village cemetery grounds
Katsastus (inspection office)
Car repair and parts shop
Phone/telecommunications
Unlike My Summer Car, Teimo's shop has been removed in My Winter Car. The village has been updated with new businesses and some changes from the predecessor.
My Winter Car includes an in-game map to help you navigate the world:
In My Winter Car, Lake Peräjärvi is frozen and can be driven across! This opens up shortcuts across the map. Just be careful with your speed on the ice.
Peräjärvi is the main village in My Winter Car. Here's what you need to know:
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Village Name | Peräjärvi |
| Based On | Similar to My Summer Car layout |
| Changes from MSC | New businesses added, Teimo's shop removed |
| Key Landmarks | School, Pub, Cemetery, Inspection Office |
| Businesses | Fleetari's Garage, Futufon Office, and more |
The game world extends beyond Peräjärvi village:
Explore more locations and features:
Last updated: February 2026 | Based on My Winter Car Early Access (December 2025 release)