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C O N T E N T S

Helsinki & Southern Finland

Map Distances 3 Helsinki 4-5 Espoo 6 Vantaa 7 LakeTuusula 8 Vihti 9 West Uusimaa Region 10-11 Hanko & Raasepori 12-13 Porvoo 14 Loviisa 15 Kotka 16

Kouvola 17 Hamina 18 Lahti 19 Hmeenlinna 20 Tampere 21 Kings Road & Cycling routes 22 Our Neighbours 23

Dear Visitor,

Discover Helsinki andits surroundings, andbe happily surprised!The coastal city of Helsinki has earned a reputation as apocket-sized and modern metropolis where visitors can enjoythe relaxed atmosphere and many interesting offerings. Easternand western inuences from the past 460 years can be seeneverywhere in the citys architecture, culinary culture, eventofferings and friendly people. Helsinki, the World Design Capi-tal in 2012, is also the perfect city for both design shoppingand discovering Finlands unique design culture.

Helsinki is easy to get to from anywhere in the world. Each yeararound 13 million visitors arrive at Helsinki-Vantaa Airport, andHelsinki itself serves as the gateway to Southern Finland andits stunningly beautiful archipelago. It is also easy to travel toRussia from Helsinki by train.

Finlands legendary forests and clear lakes are just a shortdrive from the city centre. A variety of interesting destinationsmake for ideal day tr ips. Excellent roads and convenient trainand bus services make travelling here easy. Explore this uniqueregion on your own or with the help of a professional guide.Guided tours are offered regularly throughout the summer. Thisbrochure presents some of the most popular and interestingsights and events in Helsinki, as well as nearby destinations and

attractions suitable for day trips.

Tuulikki BeckerDeputy Tourist DirectorHelsinki City Tourist & Convention Bureau


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The symbols below are intented to assist you in nding out witch tour, company ordestination is the most suitable for you.

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Are you looking for a

high-quality concert,

interesting sightseeing

tour, relaxing sea cruise

or enjoyable gourmet

experience? Helsinki

offers plenty to see and

do throughout the year.Every day of the week

is packed with a variety

of events, from the

ne arts to music and

sports to exhibitions.

The beautiful clean

nature surrounding

Helsinki offers

unlimited possibilities

for enjoying healthy

activities.

S E EWhen visiting Helsinki you mustsee Helsinki Cathedral and SenateSquare, which form a unique and co-hesive example of Neoclassical archi-tecture. With its cosy caf tents andlaid-back atmosphere, the MarketSquare gets you easily into the holi-day mood.

The 15-minute ferry crossing toSuomenlinna is also worthwhile.Suomenlinna is one of the worldslargest historical maritime fortresses,as well as a living district that is hometo 850 city residents. Built on six is-lands in the 1700s, the garrison towntypifies Finlands position betweenEast and West. Suomenlinna has beena UNESCO World Heritage Site since1991. With its museums and events,Suomenlinna offers a unique experi-ence for visitors of all ages.

Helsinki is the World Design Capital2012. Those interested in design andthe creative industries should visit the

Design District, Helsinkis design-oriented neighbourhood. The areais home to a wide range of designershops, interior decorating studios, an-tique dealers, clothing and jewelleryboutiques, artist workshops, galleries,museums, restaurants and lots more.

HELSINKI the mostmodern

and trendydestinationin NorthernEurope *

* Wonderful Copenhagens Ex-perience Design Survey 2008.

The easiest way to discover the De-sign District is to take the DesignWalk, a two-hour guided tour of thetop sights. Regular tours are offeredthroughout the summer and at othertimes by request.

Seurasaari is a popular museum islandand recreational area located 15 min-utes by bus from the city centre. Thewooden buildings at the Open-Air Mu-seum represent Finnish building tradi-tions from the 18th to the 20th centu-ry. During the summer season variousworkshops and events at the museumpresent traditional handicrafts, cus-toms, folklore and folk dancing. A walkaround the island is a great way to en-joy the beaut iful nature and fresh airthroughout the year.

E X P E R I E N C EHelsinkis cultural life is vibrant all yearround, with over 3000 stimulating andunique events taking place annually.Treat your ears to world-class classical

music, exciting new pop-rock bandsand alternative sounds that you wonthear anywhere else. Treat your eyesto works of art by Finnish and inter-national masters from the Golden Age

to the present day. Imagine the mostdiverse and unexpected events, andmost likely youll come across them inHelsinki.

Helsinki is a dream destination forwalkers, as most of the main sightsare conveniently situated in the citycentre. Find your own favourite amongthe 80 intriguing museums in Helsinki.Many also have attractive cafs andgift shops.

If you want to save time and your feet,you can rely on Helsinki Region Trans-port. You can choose a Helsinki inter-nal ticket or a regional ticket valid for1 to 7 days.

Helsinki Card holders are entitled topublic transportation, as well as to freeadmission to over 60 museums andsights. The adult card also entitles theholder to a free Audio City Tour. Pur-chase your Helsinki Card in advancefrom the online shop at www.helsink-

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T O P E V E N T SI N H E L S I N K I

2 0 1 0Season of Light, light instal-

lation, Senate Square, 16

January

Winter Fest, rides and activities,

Linnanmki Amusement Park,

2028 February

Easter Market, Esplanade Park,

2428 March

Via Crucis Stages of the Cross,

Kaisaniemi to Senate Square,

3 April

May Day Eve celebrationsin Market Square from 6pm

onwards and May Day picnics in

Kaivopuisto Park the next morn-

ing, 30 April1 May

Helsinki Week, events through-

out the city, 520 June

Midsummer Eve celebrations

at Seurasaari, 25 June

Helsinki Pride Festival,

28 June4 July

Tuska Festival , heavy metal,

Kaisaniemi Park, 24 JulyFlow Festival, 1315 August

electronic music

Helsinki City Marathon,

start and nish at the Olympic

Stadium, 14 August

Helsinki Festival, events

throughout the city,

20 August5 September

Love and Anarchy Film

Festival, various cinemas,

1626 September

Helsinki Design Week,

September-October

Carnival of Light, Linnanmki

Amusement Park, October

Herring Market, the citys old-

est annual event,

Market Square, 39 October

Winter Circus, Dance Theatre

Hurjaruuth, Kaapelitehdas,

December-January

Finnish Independence Day,

ceremonial events and festivi-

ties, 6 December

St. Thomas Christmas Market,Esplanade Park, 722 December

E N J O YHelsinkis attractive and unique char-acter comes not only from its colourfulpast but also from its proximity to thesea, which offers an endless numberof exciting activities. The citys manygreen parks are popular gatheringplaces for visitors and residents alike.

Helsinkis luxurious beauty spas offera wide range of treatments, and thetraditional Finnish sauna is also an ex-perience that shouldnt be missed.

Helsinki has around 1100 restaurants

where you will find everything fromgourmet delights to bistro treats. Thelatest trend is for young chefs to starttheir own small and unique gourmetrestaurants, such as the Michelin-starred Demo and Postres.

Finnish cuisine is typified by simplic-ity and purity. The easiest way to tastelocal specialties is to order from theHelsinkiMenu, which is offered by14 restaurants in the city centre. Themenu varies according to restaurantand season. Helsinki also has a numberof Russian restaurants where you cantaste treats from across the border.Helsinkis idyllic island restaurants areopen from May to the end of Septem-ber and can be reached by ferry fromthe mainland. Try also one of the pop-ular lunch or dinner cruises departingfrom the Market Square.

Helsinkis nightlife is active, laid-backand unpresuming at the same time.Restaurants, bars and nightclubs arepacked with fun-loving people, espe-cially on weekends but also on week-days.

Find out more: www.visithelsinki.fi orHelsinki Visitors Guide

CONTACT INFORMATIONCity of Helsinki Tourist & Convention BureauPohjoisesplanadi 19FI-00099 CITY OF HELSINKI

Tel. +358 (0)9 3101 3300,fax +358 (0)9 3101 3301tourist.info@hel.

Tourist Information2 May-30 September: Mon-Fri 9am-8pm, Sat-Sun 9am-6pm1 October-1 May: Mon-Fri 9am-6pm, Sat-Sun 10am-4pmwww.visithelsinki.



Huimala adventure HallHuimala indoor adventure park offers greatfun for kids of all ages. There is a huge soft-play, a sport arena, table games, an electriccar track, a ball-cannon arena, trampolinesand inatable bounce castles.Juvankartanontie 15,02920 Espoo/VanhakartanoTel. +358 (0)20 794 0790www.huimala.Open: Tue-Wed 2pm8pm,Thu-Sun 10am8.30pm

E A T & E N J O YGuided theme cruisesEnjoy Espoos unique archipelago orlakeside area by guided theme cruises.Available from June to September.Tel. +358 (0)9 8164 7230www.visitespoo.

Cosy FinlandMeet the Finns in their own homes andexperience Finnish everyday life, cultureand cuisine.Tel. +358 (0)40 5965 434www.cosynland.

Santas SummerhouseNow you have a unique opportunity toexplore Santas summer traditions ashoreof the pond Korpilampi where Santa hashad his summer house for hundreds ofyears. Peak into the beautiful backwoodsand follow a path leading you into the se-crets of Santas summer. Meet the sauna elfand enjoy coffee with the nnish pulla.Tel. +358 (0)50 517 6996Available for groups fromMay to September.

S E EEMMA - Espoo Museum ofModern ArtEMMA is one of the Finlands largest artmuseum. It is located at the WeeGee Ex-hibition Centre which offers plenty to seefor the whole family with changing exhi-bitions and events. Weegee houses alsoEspoo City Museum, Helin RautavaaraEthnographic Museum, Leikkilinna - theFinnish Toy Museum, the Finnish Muse-um of Horology, Gallery Aarni, a museumshop and a caf.Ahertajantie 5, 02100 Espoo/Tapiola

Tel. +358 (0)9 8165 7512www.emma.museumOpen: Tue 11am6pm, Wed-Thu 11am8pm, Fri-Sun 11am-6pm.

Akseli Gallen-Kallela museumVisit the home of our national artist Ak-seli Gallen-Kallela in a castle like atelierhome, built 191113 in the Art Nouveaustyle. Changing exhibitions with varyingthemes offer fresh combinations of theworks of Gallen-Kallela and his contem-poraries, modern art and photography.Museum houses also a charming caf-restaurant.Gallen-Kallelan tie 27,

02600 Espoo /TarvaspTel. +358 (0)9 849 2340www.gallen-kallela.Open: 15 May-31 Aug 11am6pm,1 Sept-14 May Tue-Sat 11am4pm,Sun 11am5pm

E X P E R I E N C ENuuksio National ParkThe most signicant national park inSouthern Finland offers excellent oppor-tunities for relaxation in the wilderness;horse riding, biking, canoeing, climbing,

CONTACT INFORMATIONEspoo Convention & MarketingTapiontori 3 A, Tapiola, FI-02100 EspooTel. +358 (0)9 8164 7230,Fax. +358 (0)9 8164 7238E-mail: [email protected]: www.visitespoo.

Espoo, located next to

the capital Helsinki is a

diverse city where arts

and culture meet the

unspoilt wilderness of

the Nuuksio National

park. There are 58

kilometres of seashore,

165 islands ja 95 lakes

to enjoy. Explore

events, art exhibitions,

theatre performances,

international sport

events, splendid

concerts, adventurous

sea or nature activities

throughout the year.

A comprehensive range

of accommodation is

available to suit all

budgets and tastes.

ESPOO

A Metro-politan

Area Gemby the Sea

picking berries and mushrooms, swim-ming, snowshoeing, skiing or trekking.Stay overnight in a tent or lean-to shel-ter. And just half-an-hours drive fromHelsinki. Visitors are served by extensivenetwork of marked trails and guide serv-ices.Tel. +358 (0)20 5644 790www.luontoon./nuuksio

Serena Water Park andSerena Ski ResortThe largest tropical water amusement

park in the Nordic countries offers manyexciting waterslides and other thrills,including popular outdoor attractions.In winter downhill skiing, snowboardingand much more.Tornimentie 10, 02970 Espoo/LahnusTel. +358 (0)9 887 0550, www.serena.,Opening hours: www.serena.

Oittaa Recreation CentreBy lake Bodom, Oittaa offers versatile andexciting activities all year around. Beachesfor swimming and ice swimming, saunas,nature trail, exercise tracks and caf.Equipment rental offering: canoes, bikes,kick-bikes, snowshoes skates and skis.

Kunnarlantie 3339, 02740 Espoo/OittaaTel. +358 (09) 439 0070www.suomenlatu./oittaa

Solvalla Sports Instituteand Solvalla SwinghillSolvalla Sports Institute provides versa-tile exercise opportunities and equip-ment rental for individuals, companiesand groups amidst splendid scenery.Canoe rental, tennis court, indoor sportshall and gym. In winter downhill skiing.Nuuksiontie 82, 02820 Espoo/NuuksioTel. +358 (0)9 8678 430www.solvalla., www.swinghill.

TOP 5 EVENTS April Jazz, 28 April2 May, www.apriljazz. Kivenlahti Rock, 1113 June, www.kivenlahtirock.com eCross, 6.September, www.ecross. Organ Night and Aria Festival, 3.June7 September,

www.urkuyofestival. Espoo Cin, 2029 August, www.espoocine.


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Tulisuudelma, as well as late checkout at 13.Sokos Hotel Vantaa, Hertaksentie 2,01300 Vantaa, Tel. +358 (0)20 1234 618,www.tulisuudelma..Reservations: Sokos Hotels Sales Service,Tel. +358 (0)20 1234 600 Mon-Fri 8am-8pm.

E A T & E N J O YFlamingo entertainment and leisurecentre restaurantsTasetie 8, 01510 Vantaa.Flamingo is an oasis of delicacies. E.g.Santorini (Greek),Tel. +358 (0)9 753 0227, www.santorini.La Famiglia (Italian-American),Tel. +358 (0)9 856 85 850, www.raa.Ristorante Il Siciliano (Sicilian),Tel. +358 (0)9 753 0226, www.ilsiciliano2.Amarillo (Tex-Mex),Tel. +358 (0)20 1234 605, www.amarillo.Parrilla Steak House,Tel. +358 (0)75 323 9521, www.parilla.Hesburger (hamburgers),Tel. +358 (0)75 325 9521, www.hesburger.

Restaurant Caf Einstein(lunch and snacks, catering for groups andcompany events),Finnish Science Centre Heureka,Tiedepuisto 1, 01300 Vantaa,Tel. +358 (0)9 857 9399,www.kanresta./heureka

Restaurant Kings Salmon(Kuninkaan Lohet):Old File FactoryKuninkaantie 28, 01740 Vantaa- a restaurant in a scenic milieu for festivi-ties, business meetings and conferences andKing MansionVoudintie 1, 01740 Vantaa- an idyllic milieu for meetings and trainingsessions, also for wedding receptions.Open only by booking. Sales department,Tel. +358 (0)9 253 25300 Mon-Fri 9am-4pm.www.kuninkaanlohet.com

Airport hotels, www.visitvantaa.

S E EFinnish Aviation MuseumThe Finnish Aviation Museum is a nationalspecial museum situated close to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport.Tietotie 3, 01530 VantaaTel. +358 (0)9 8700 870www.ilmailumuseo.. Open daily 11am6pm.

Vantaa City MuseumThe museum collects objects related to thepast and present of Vantaa. The exhibitionOur Story - Our History - from Helsinge toVantaa tells the tale of the City of Vantaa.Tikkurila Old Station BuildingHertaksentie 1, 01300 Vantaa,

Tel. +358 (0) 9 8392 4449,www.vantaa./kaupunginmuseo.Open Tue-Sun 11am6pm.

Vantaa Art MuseumVantaa Art Museum presents high-classnational and international contemporaryart in its alternating exhibitions.The Myyrmki House, Paalutori 3,01600 Vantaa, Tel. +358 (0)9 8393 5570,www.vantaa./taidemuseo.Open Tue-Fri 11am6pm, Sat 10am4pm.

Nissbacka Manor Art ExhibitionThe remaining Nissbacka Manor park-land acts as Professor and Sculptor LailaPullinens sculpture park.Nissbacka Manor, Sotungintie,01200 Vantaa, Tel. +358 (0)9 876 4632.www.kolumbus./nissbacka-pullinenOpen 1June1 September, Wed 12noon6pmand Sun 12noon4pm.

The Church of St. LawrenceThe Church of St. Lawrence in HelsingeVicarage is the oldest building in the metro-politan area, dating from around 1460. It isone of the most favored wedding churchesin the whole of Finland.Kirkkotie 45, 01510 Vantaa,Tel. +358 (0)9 830 6621,www.vantaanseurakunnat..Open Mon-Fri 9am12noon and 1pm3pm.In summer Mon-Fri 9am8pm.In summer also guide Mon-Fri 12noon8pm.

E X P E R I E N C EHeureka, Finnish Science CentreAt Heureka visitors of all ages have theopportunity to experience and learnabout science and technology in an ex-citing hands-on environment. HeurekasVattenfall Planetarium is one of the mostmodern digital planetariums in Europe.Languages: Finnish, Swedish and English.Tiedepuisto 1, 01300 Vantaa.Further information: Tel. +358 (0)9 85 799,info@heureka., www.heureka.

Flamingo entertainment and leisurecentreFlamingo offers a diverse world of ex-

periences: water park, spa and wellnessworld, bowling, lms, glow-in-the darkminigolf, restaurants, night club andgaming club, shopping, hotel and con-ference facilities. Flamingos own shop-ping gallery is linked with the Jumboshopping mall, one of Finlands biggestretail centres.Tasetie 8, 01510 Vantaa, www.amingo.Flamingo Spa. The Water Park for thewhole family and the separate FlamingoSpa & Wellness centre for adult guests.Further information:Reception tel. +358 20 7785 225, Treatmentreservations Tel. +358 (0)20 7785 210,Sales Service, Tel. +358 (0)20 7785 201,info@amingospa., sales@amingospa.,

www.amingospa.Bowl Circus Flamingo. Twenty bowlinglanes and eight pool tables, restaurantwith full liquor licence.Further information:Tel. +358 (0)10 841 8841,[email protected],www.bowlcircus.com

TulisuudelmaTulisuudelma is a dance club and res-taurant with live music from Tuesdays toSaturdays. The stage is visited by the topartists and bands in Finland. Age limit 22.The party package also comprises accom-modation at Sokos Hotel Vantaa, break-fast, sauna, entrance fee to Restaurant

VANTAA

Gatewayto Finland

Vantaas tourist

attractions are located

in the vicinity of

the historic Kings

Road and the E18

highway, as well as

along the Vantaa

and Kerava rivers.

Vantaa is an airport

city that constitutes

a central part of

the cosmopolitan

Helsinki Metropolitan

Area. Aviapolis, the

fastest growing

business center in the

metropolitan area,

is situated alongside

Helsinki-Vantaa

Airport.

TOP 5 EVENTS Vantaa City Festivals 1215 May, www.vantaa. Backas Jazz 912 June, www.backasjazz. Ankkarock 78 August, www.ankkarock. Tikkurila Country Market 23 October, www.vantaantoriyhdistys. Finlandia Trophy - International Senior Competition in

Figure Skating 810 October, www.nlandiatrophy.com

CONTACT INFORMATIONVantaa Travel Cente /Vantaa City Tourist InformationRatatie 7, FI-01300 VantaaTel. +358 (0)9 8392 2133,Fax +358 9 8392 2371matkakeskus@vantaa., www.visitvantaa.



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Jrvenp Art MuseumThe museum presents works by EeroJrnefelt and Venny Soldan-Brofeldt, aswell as temporary exhibitions.Kirjastokatu 8, JrvenpTel. + 358 (0)9 2719 2827www.jarvenpaa./taidemuseoOpen: 6 Jan29 April and 1 Oct19 Dec:Wed 2pm8pm and ThuSun 11am6pm,2 May30 Sept: TueSun 11am6pm

Alvar Aaltos Villa KokkonenVilla Kokkonen was designed by Alvar

Aalto for composer and pianist JoonasKokkonen who lived there from 1969till 1996. Nowadays Villa Kokkonen isa cultural-architectural attraction withnew services including live music, guidedtours, design shop and a caf.Tuulimyllyntie 5, JrvenpOpen: See www.villakokkonen.Reservations all the year byemail: info@villakokkonen.

E X P E R I E N C EIn addition to cultural sights, events and ex-hibitions, the area offers accommodation, anumber of other businesses providing touristand cultural services and factory outlets.

E A T & E N J O YHotel Gustavelund,Kirkkotie 36, Tuusula.Tel. +358 9 273751, www.gustavelund.Next Hotel Rivoli,Asema-aukio, Jrvenp.Tel. +358 9 27141, www.nexthotels.Krapi,Rantatie 2, Tuusula.Tel. +358 9 274 841, www.krapi.Onnela,Rantatie 34, Tuusula.Tel. +358 9 258 821, www.onnela.com

S E EKasarmi Art CentreThe museum is located in formerRussian barracks building datingback to 1915. The museum displaysspecial exhibitions from the collectionof Aune Laaksonen Art Foundationand a collection of original illustrationsby Martta Wendelin.Jkrinpolku 2, TuusulaTel. +358 (0)9 8718 3465www.taidekeskuskasarmi.Open: 1 May31 Aug: TueSun 11am6pm,1 Sept30 Apr: TueSun 12noon5pm.

Anti-aircraft MuseumThe Anti-aircraft Museum bringstogether the past, present and futureof anti-aircraft technology.Klaavolantie 2, TuusulaTel. +358 (0)9 8718 3470www.ilmatorjuntamuseo.Open: 1 Jan31 Dec: TueSun 11am5pm.

ErkkolaThe poet J. H. Erkkos house Erkkolawas built in 1902 on the Tuusula LakeRoad. Today, varied events such asclub evenings, concerts and small-scaleexhibitions are held in Erkkola.Rantatie 25, TuusulaTel. +358 (0)9 8718 3465, www.erkkola.Open: 1 May31 Aug: TueSun 11am6pm,1 Sept10 Oct: SatSun 12noon5pm

Aleksis Kivi Memorial CottageThe cottage where the Finnish nationalwriter Aleksis Kivi spent the lastmonths of his life is now a significantnational monument.Rantatie, TuusulaTel. +358 (0)9 8718 3465www.tuusula.Open: 1 May31 Aug: TueSun 11am6pm,1 Sept10 Oct: SatSun 12noon5pm

Jrvenp Tourist InformationHallintokatu 4,FI-04400 JrvenpTel. +358 (0)9 2719 [email protected].

Lake Tuusula area, just

north of Helsinki, has

played a signicant role

in Finlands cultural

history. A unique

artistic community

developed on the

shores of Lake Tuusula

towards the end ofthe 19th century. The

community included

famous names such as

composer Jean Sibelius

and painter Pekka

Halonen. The area, just

North of Helsinki, is

served by rst class

transport links and is

easily reached by train

and by car.

LAKETUUSULA

Culture on

the Shoresof LakeTuusula

Syvranta Lotta MuseumThe Lotta Museum focuses on the roleof women in the history of Finland.Caf.Rantatie 39, TuusulaOpen: 1 May31 Aug: TueSun 11am6pm,131 Sept, 130 Apr: TueSun 11am5pm,1 Oct31 March: by appointment

HalosenniemiThe National Romantic-style logstudio of the painter Pekka Halonen istoday an art museum. The exhibitions

feature the works of Halonen and otherpainters. The museum houses a caf anda shop.Rantatie, TuusulaTel. +358 (0)9 8718 3461www.halosenniemi.Open: 1 May31 Aug: TueSun 11am6pm,1 Sept30 April: TueSun 12noon5pm.

AinolaThe home of Jean Sibelius, where visitorscan still experience the silence that thecomposer considered indispensable forhis work. Caf.Ainolantie, JrvenpTel. +358 (0)9 287 322

www.ainola.Open: 2 May3 Oct: TueSun 10am5pm

AholaThe home of the author Juhani Ahoand his wife, the painter Venny Soldan-Brofeldt, contains a permanent exhibitionof their work.Sibeliuksenvyl 57, JrvenpTel. + 358 (0)9 291 6685www.jarvenpaa./aholaOpen: 2 May31 Aug: TueSun 11am6pm

CONTACT INFORMATION TOP 5 EVENTS Tuusula Brass, 19 June, www.tjbb. Lakeside Blues Festival in Jrvenp, 30 June4 July,

www.puistoblues. Our Festival, Chamber music by Lake Tuusula 2531 July,

www.ourfestival. The Night of the Arts in Tuusula, 13 Aug, www.taiteidenyo. Jrvenp Sibelius Festival, Concert series running from October

to December, www.jarvenpaa.

Tuusula Culture InformationKasarmi Art CentreJkrinpolku 2, FI-04300 TuusulaTel. +358 (0)9 8718 [email protected].

Krapi Tourist ServiceRantatie 2, FI-04310 TuusulaTel. +358 (0)9 274 841Fax +358 (0)9 2748 4210matkailu@krapi.




S E EVihti is the perfect destination for lov-ers of culture and art. Come and enjoyour many museums, art exhibitions,handicrafts and the quality plays ofVihti Theatre. Vihti Summer Theatreis located in a beautiful spot on LakeKirkkojrvi, in Vihti Church Village. Theneighbouring medieval ruins of St. Bir-gittas Church are also worth visitingto get a sense of the 500-year old his-tory of Vihti. Walk down the beautifulmain road in the Church Village andvisit small boutiques and artisans. Theyounger members of the family mayenjoy visiting farm animals at Hen-nola Domestic Animal Farm. In August,Vihtians gather in the Church Villageto celebrate the anniversary of Vihti inthe Medieval Market and Perttus DayFeast.Come and join the festivities!

E X P E R I E N C EThe many outdoor recreation ar-eas, hiking and bike paths and cross-country skiing tracks as well as canoetrails offer recreational, sportive andadventurous experiences. They make

Vihti the destination for golfing, ski-ing, cross-country skiing, Nordic skat-ing, swimming and hiking. You can alsogo on a snowmobile safari, horsebackriding or even try gliding at Nummelaairfield, one of the busiest leisure fly-ing centres in Finland.

VIHTI

Sports,recreationand adven-ture in themesmerisingnature ofVihti

You can admire the spectacular Na-tional Romantic view over Lake Hii-denvesi at Kokkokallio Hill, explorecaves at Rokokallio Hill or wonder atthe devils churn, dating back to iceage, at Konianvuori Hill. The wholefamily can enjoy a nature trail atPkslahti and Lake Vanjrvi birdlifesanctuary will satisfy even the mostdemanding birdwatcher.Vihtis numerous lakes dot the scenicand wild landscape, of which NuuksioNational Park is prime example. Mostof the quiet wilderness of Nuuksio issituated in Vihti. Nuuksio offers end-less recreational opportunities.

E A T & E N J O YHotel Air HotelNummela, www.airhotel.Conference hotel ElohoviNuuksio, www.elohovi.comRestaurant HillsideGolf & Country ClubJokikunta, hillsidegolf.Hopeaniemirehabilitation services, hotel and restau-rant, Nummela, www.hopeaniemi.

Cafe KorpilounasNummela, Tel. +358 (0)400 97 97 97Cafe PuustinnaVihti Church Village, www.puustinna.Cafe LilliVihti Church Village, www.kahvilalilli.Caf and Restaurant MyllylampiNummela, Tel. +358 (0)19 335 177Caf and Music RestaurantNed Kellys,Nummela, www.nedkellys./nedkellys

TOP 5 EVENTS Medieval Market and Perttus Day Feast, end of August,

Vihti Church Village, www.vihti. Pivl Literature Days and Pivl Poetry Reading Days, www.vihti. Hillside Golf & Country Club, Jokikunta, hillsidegolf. Vihti Golf Center, Ojakkala, www.vihtigolf. VihtiExpo winter sports events, Vihti Ski Center, Ojakkala, www.vihtiski.

CONTACT INFORMATIONVihti municipalityTel. +358 (0)9 4258 3000,Fax +358 (0)9 4258 3169kunnanvirasto@vihti., www.vihti./tourismTourist Information Nummelan MatkatoimistoTel. +358 (0)9 225 2250, Fax. +358 (0)9 225 22510myynti@nummelanmatkatoimisto.

Caf Salmen Elsa, SalmiLunch-Restaurant AvereaNummela, Tel. +358 (0)9 222 5020OnnenpesJokikunta, Tel. +358 (0)9 224 5674Pizzeria BiberVihti Church Village, Tel. +358 (0)9 388 1278Pizzeria OliiviNummela, Tel. +358 (0)9 223 4483Pivln Virkistyskotiaccommodation, Nummela, personal.inet./palvelu/paivola/yhteys.htmlPalojrven Rustholli

Palojrvi, www.palojarvenrustholli.netRestaurant FortNummela, www.foret.Restaurant Onnen PivtNummela, Tel. +358 (0)9 222 2451Restaurant San PietroNummela, Tel. +358 (0)9 222 6199Restaurant SatulaseppVihti Church Village, Tel. +358 (0)9 224 6169Vihti Ski & Golf CafOjakkala, www.vihtigolf.

Vihti MuseumBasic exhibitions:- The turn-of-the century home of aVihti peasant

- 10 000 years of Vihtis history.Kirkkoniementie 1, Vihti Church VillageTel. +358 (0)9 4258 3185Karelian Evacuees Museum andseasonal exhibitionsKirkkoniementie 4, Vihti Church Village,Tel. +358 (0)9 4258 3185Granary Museum19th century farm equipment and utensils.Open by appointment during summer.Vihdintie 10, Vihti Church Village

It is no wonder that

Vihti is often called a

Miniature Finland.

The many faces of our

nature can be found in

the National Romantic

cultural landscapesdotted with manor

houses, the swaying

elds of the countryside

or the quiet wilderness

with rocks, rapids and

hundreds of lakes.

Vihti is close to Helsinki

- The Circle Road III is

only 15 minutes drive

away and Helsinki-Vantaa

Airport is 48 km away.



The Degerby Igor MuseumThe lease of Porkkala is always the ma-jor theme for our museum. Why werethere so many snakes in the Porkkalaarea in 1956? Why did the Russianspaint almost everything in blue? Theanswers to these questions are servedat the Degerby Igor museum that fo-cuses on the so called Porkkala Paren-thesis or the years 1944-1956 whenthis area was leased to the Soviet Un-ion. This period forms an outstanding

period in Finnish political history.Furuborgintie 6, InkooTel. +358 (0)40 541 8526www.degerby./www.porkkala.net

Uudenmaan virkistysalueyhdistysPorkkalanniemi in Kirkkonummi,Strsvik in Siuntio and Kopparns inInkoo are all recreation grounds ownedby Uudenmaan virkistysalueyhdistys,an association whose aim is to secureareas for recreation by preserving thenature and cherising the originality ofthe landscapes. Enjoy the archipelagoand coastal areas of West Uusimaatrekking, cycling or paddling. Stop fora nice picnic at one ot the campfireplaces. Be sure not to leave litter andto leave the place the way you foundit.Tel. +358 (0)9 4767 411www.uudenmaanvirkistysalueyhdistys.For wilderness guides contact SE-Action,www.seaction.com.

S E ETytyri Mine MuseumThe Tytyri mine museum is situated inthe original area, a mine still in opera-tion, 110 metres below sea level. Thevisitors may experience the genuinefeeling of mines in the cool and dampmine galleries. Seeing the 100 metre-wide and 100-metre-deep under-ground mine gives a good picture ofthe huge size of a limestone mine.Tytyrinkatu 2, LohjaTel. +358 (0)44 369 1309www.tytyrinkaivos.Opening hours: For groups on request allyear round, for individuals May-September.

Church of St. LawrenceLohja church is the third largest stonechurch in Finland and the rich al-seccostyle paintings of the Lohja churchhave a unique status as the last medi-eval art creations of Finland.Sibeliuksenkatu 1, LohjaTel. +358 (0)19 328 4224, www.lohja.Opening hours:During Summer 9am16pm,Winter 10am15pm.For guided tours call Lohja Tourist Service

Centre.

Vivamo, Biblical VillageThe Vivamo Biblical Village is a themepark with activities, where eternal sto-ries come alive in a fresh manner ofrealisation. The program is suitable forall ages.Vivamontie 2, LohjaTel. +358 (0)20 768 1760, www.sana.The Village is open in summer 2010 duringJune-August.

Only half an hours

drive from Helsinki

you will nd wonderful

countryside landscapes

and beautiful views of

lakes, rivers and the

sea. These will tempt

you to go paddling,shing, boating and

trekking. You will nd

greens for golng,

tracks for trip skating

in winter and cottages

for spending cosy

leisure time. West

Uusimaa region offers

you adventures in all

seasons.

WESTUUSIMAAREGION

Culture,nature andactivity

The Alitalo Apple Vineyard,The Alitalo Apple Vineyard on Loh-jansaari island offers young guests achance to meet domestic animals atthe same time as the adults visit theestate wine shop. You will see thou-sands of flowering apple trees in Mayand colourful apple trees in autumnwith fresh apples to pick in a basket.Pietilntie 138, LohjaTel. +358 (0)50 371 2342www.ciderberg.

Opening hours: All year round

HvittrskHvittrsk was built between 19011903by architects Herman Gesellius, ArmasLindgren and Eliel Saarinen. Hvittrskis also the boyhood home for worldfamous architect Eero Saarinen. TheSaarinen house, which is a total workof art, is today a museum and the res-taurant and the cafeteria are in thesmaller villa area.Hvittrskintie 166, KirkkonummiTel. +358 (0)9 40509630.www.hvittrask.

Grdskulla manorGrdskulla Manor is one of the largestfarms in Finland and is today ownedand managed by the fifth generationof the Rehnberg Family. The Agricul-tural Museum on the farm containsover 100 old tractors and thousandsof tools and items from the history ofthe Finnish countryside. Conferenceand caf services are also offered onrequest.Siuntio

Tel. +358 (0)9 2561198www.gardskulla.

West Uusimaa Travel LTDPurnuksentie 55, FI-02570 Siuntio kk,Tel + 358 (0)9 4289 [email protected].

Lohja City Tourist InformationHossanmentie 1, FI-08350 LohjaTel +358 (0)44 369 [email protected].

CONTACT INFORMATION



E X P E R I E N C ELake LohjaThe biggest lake in southern Finlandoffers many enjoyable moments on thewater. The whole family can exper iencethe unique atmosphere, serenity, lushislands and shores with broad-leavedtrees of Lake Lohja by rowing or ca-noeing.Price: from 30/kayak/day.More information: www.melontapooli.

FishingOn Lake Lohja, you will find open lakescenery and well-kept fishing waters.Pike-Perch is the most wanted fishfrom this water but you can also getpike and trout.

Vapaaherranelmorganizes all kinds of activities andhappenings at sea. A large range offishing possibilities is provided by lake,river or at sea all year round. Have youever tried ice fishing...?For more informationwww.vapaaherranelamaa.com.Price: from 45/person.

Amazing LohjaSpend an adventurous day in westUusimaa enjoying lovely Finnish na-ture, finding clues in intriguing wayshow to get to Lohja Tytyri mines 110meters below sea level.Price: from 40/person

T TOP 5 EVENTS OP 5 EVENTS Beach Jam Festival, 810 July, www.rantajamit. Lohja Tenor Days, 58 August, www.lohja./tenoripaivat Old Times Christmas Fair, 1112 December,

www.lohja./menneenajanjoulumarkkinat Lux Musicae, 1921 November, www.luxmusicae.com

Tytyri Mine museum

in Lohja offers you

an excellent place to

visit all year round.

Kirkkonummi, Siuntio

and Inkoo are three

cultural and ruralcommunes on the

south coast of Finland.

The seacoast area

was a military base of

Soviet Union during

194456. Porkkala

Travel arranges guided

tours to this area.

WESTUUSIMAAREGION

Culture,nature andactivity

Four Seasons in Finnish NatureIn springtime walks in awakeningforests, summer evenings that neverends, picking berries in fresh late sum-mer forests, colorful autumn woodsfull of mushrooms, walks on silverywhite snow during crisp winter days.Enjoy Finnish beautiful nature!Price: from 25/person.

Paddling

SE-Actions Canoe Centre is locatedjust 38 km from Helsinki in beaut i-ful Siuntio countryside by the sea.Rent a canoe or kayak and make yourown paddling trip from the river estu-ary up along the Siuntio River - theFinnish Amazon, to the sea throughthe beautiful Porkkala archipelago oracross Viktrsk Lake.For more information www.seaction.com.Season: May-October.Price: from 20/person.

All above products are suitable forindividuals and groups as well as forfamilies.

Languages: English, Swedish, German,Russian, French, Danish and Italian.

For more information & booking:West Uusimaa Travel,www.westuusimaatravel.

E A T & E N J O YCafe St. Honor

Laurinkatu 49b, Lohjawww.sthonore.Tel. +358 (0)19 312 343

Villa HaikariHaikarinkatu 2, Lohjawww.villahaikari.comTel. +358 (0)19 331 915

Restaurant Hvittrsk

Hvittrskintie 166, Kirkkonummi,www. ravintolahvittrask.Tel. +358 (0)9 297 6033

Sammatin kievariPaikkarintie 197, Sammattiwww.sammatinkievari.Tel. +358 (0)19 358

Lngvik Congress andWellness hotelTanskarlantie 9, Kirkkonummiwww.langvik.Tel. +358 (0)9 2959 9301

Westerby ManorVsterbyntie 95, Inkoowww.westerby.Tel. +358 (0)9 295 2589


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S E EThe Spa ParkThe beautiful old wooden villas inthe Spa Park were built at the end of1800s. The villas, designed by well-known architects, represent a decora-

tive wooden architecture. Some of thebuildings still serve as guest housesand restaurants. The spa building wasdamaged during the Continuation Warand was pulled down.

Emigration memoriesDuring the years 18801930, nearly250,000 Finns and Russians emigratedto America, Canada or Australia viaHanko.

War memoriesThe cape of Hanko was rented to theSoviet Union as a naval base under thepeace treaty of Moscow (1940), which

ended the Winter War. The Soviet Un-ion brought a garrison of 30,000 mento Hanko. There are still ruins of for-tifications in the centre of the town.

NatureNature in Hanko is incredibly varieddue to the temperate climate and thegeographic location. The landscape ischaracterized by magnificent cliffs andunspoilt stretches of fine white sand,sheltered bays, and beautiful mead-ows.

E X P E R I E N C EBengtskrThe tallest lighthouse in the Nordiccountries. Daily cruises available insummer. Departure from Hanko East-ern Harbour, the largest guest marina

in Finland and the heart and soul ofsweet summer life!

The Path of LoveNature path at the city centre, witha fantastic view over the sea andthe town. There is also a big devilschurn on the rocks.

Museums & galleriesThis aesthetic environment feeds crea-tivity. Visit the galleries, museums andexhibitions or meet with the artists intheir ateliers.

Elk SafariThe elks have their favourite hide-outs

in the forests. With a map, and insidertips, you will have the opportunity tosee the King of the Forest.

The Water TowerThe tower stands 65 m above sea level,and there is a fantastic view in all di-rections over the cape of Hanko andthe Baltic Sea.

Beach lifeHanko has 130 km of coastline, ofwhich 30 km are sandy beaches. Nowonder Hanko was voted the bestsummer city in Finland!

In the old days, the

phrase the sweet lifein Hanko was used to

describe the blissful

idleness, luxury, and

the long and merry

parties in the town.

Hanko is still the ideal

holiday destination for

people who love life!

Finlands southernmostcity is less than 2 hours

from Helsinki.

TOP 5 EVENTS Hang Teatertrff, Finlands largest Swedish speaking theatre festival,

1013 June Hanko Regatta, over 100 years of sailing races! 810 July Hanko Music Festival, 1116 July Sea Horse Week, show jumping competition in the town centre 2125 July Hanko Sea Kayak Gathering, August

Bubbling under:Skydiving and windsurng events fromApril to September!For all the events, please visitwww.hanko./tourism!

E A T & E N J O YRestaurantsLiving almost like on an island, sur-rounded by the sea, plays a major roleon the tempting menus. Every seasonhas its special delicacies. In hardly any

other small town is there such a ver-satile selection of restaurants as inHanko!Summer evenings are perfect for ro-mantic moments sipping champagneon a seaside terrace, hand in hand.In fact, Hanko is a popular place forweddings, and many couples celebratetheir wedding anniversary here yearafter year. This endearingly tender at-mosphere is not found elsewhere

AccommodationWould you like to stay in an old villa?The rooms are charming in a mod-est way. Many villas have operated as

boarding houses over 100 years.Or rent a house, make yourself athome! We have Finlands broadestrange of private accommodation torent. Various adorable flats are situatedeither right in the centre or in peacefullocations further away.Please visit www.hanko./tourism for moreinformation!

Welcome

to theSouthCoast ofFinland!

HANKO

Hanko City Tourist OfceRaatihuoneentori 5, FI-10900 HankoTel. +358 (0)19 2203 [email protected]./tourism

CONTACT INFORMATION


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Smalltown

romance,sea sidecharm andculture,

just awhile

fromHelsinki.

S E ETammisaari is a cosy coastal town witha picturesque Old Town that oozes anoriginal atmosphere. The Old Town of-fers insight into the history of Finnishtowns, as well as examples of build-

ing practices in past centuries. TheTammisaari archipelago is the land ofthe thousands of islands and islets. Aconsiderable part of the archipelagois included in Tammisaari ArchipelagoNational Park, professionally present-ed by the information centre Naturumin Stallrsparken.The historical and carefully preservedironworks in Fiskars, Svart and Bill-ns are interesting sights to see. TheFiskars ironworks is even internation-ally recognised as a hub of design andarts. The Svart Manor is one of themost remarkable manor houses in Fin-land, and Billns has developed into

the home of versatile cultural events.The ruins of the medieval RaseborgCastle are a grand sight that distin-guish the entire region. The Castle ruinis situated on a rock by the Raseborgriver in the village of Snappertuna.

New town, old traditions.

The new town of

Raasepori features

magnicent archipelago

views, an idyllic small-

town atmosphere and

unique, well-preserved

old ironworks. Raasepori

created as the result of

a merger between the

towns of Tammisaari

and Karjaa and the

district of Pohja at the

beginning of 2009.

E X P E R I E N C EFiskars VillageCentre for excellent contemporary artand design. High quality conference,hotel and restaurant services, variousshops and workshops.

Fiskars-Info, 10470 FiskarsTel. +358 (0)19 277 7504www.skarsvillage.

Svart ManorSvart Manor is one of the most valu-able historic manors in Finland.Museum, restaurant, hotel and confer-ence facilities, open-air theatre, exhi-bitions and events.Hllsnsintie 89, 10360 MustioTel. +358 (0)19 362 31www.mustionlinna.

Billns VillageThe former ironwork is today a centerof annual events and exhibitions.

Ruukintie 8, 10330 BillnsTel. +358 (0)40 519 2199www.billnas.

Raseborg Castle ruinsSnappertunaTel. +358 (0)19 234 015www.raseborg.org

Tammisaari Museum CentreExhibition with pictures and factsabout history of Tammisaari and theregion.Tel. +358 (0)19 289 2512Kustaa Vaasankatu 11, 10600 Tammisaariwww.raasepori.

Tammisaari ArchipelagoVisitor CentreStallren, 10600 TammisaariTel. +358 (0)20 564 4613

E A T & E N J O YWhatever season you choose to visitour part of Finland, you will be spoiltfor choice when it comes to high-qual-ity, locally-produced foods.This is a very clean and unspoilt re-gion, and the excellent soil quality and(relatively!) mild climate have enabledmany kinds of agriculture to flourishhere. A number of organic and bio-dynamic farmers can be found in theregion and they are worth a visit if youare interested in buying the highestquality produce at reasonable pricesfrom the farm shop: products on of-

fer include various meats, grains andvegetables according to season andavailability.You do not need to be an Organic pil-grim on a mission, however, to enjoygreat food when you visit our town:you can find wonderful local produceat some of the supermarkets and inthe Wednesday and Saturday open-air markets, or you can simply strollto one of our local restaurants andsee what local items are on the menu.Most of the good restaurants in townfeature excellent local seasonal fare.

Raasepori Tourist OfceRaatihuoneentori,FI-10600 TammisaariTel. +358 (0)19 289 [email protected].

TOP 5 EVENTS Summer exhibitions at Fiskars, 9 May26 Sep Billns Summer (series of events related to crafts, gardening, etc.),

5 Jun25 Jul Faces Etnofestival, 30 Jul1 Aug Tammisaari Summer Concerts, 58 Aug Tammisaari Autumn Market, 2324 Sep

CONTACT INFORMATION


HANKO&RAASEPORI



Porvoo City Tourist OfceRihkamakatu 4, FI-06100 PorvooTel. +358 (0)19 520 2316Fax. +358 (0)19 520 [email protected]./tourism

TOP 5 EVENTS Porvoo Cultural Summer 2010, In Albert Edelfelts footsteps,

opening of the cultural summer, 2430 May Avanti! XXV Summer Sounds, 30 June4 July, www.avantimusic. Emsalo Music Festival, 2025 July Porvoo Fall Market, 78 October Porvoo Christmas Market, 1819 December

PORVOO

Of all

times

Located just 50

kilometres east of

Helsinki, Porvoo

is a charming

historical town that

features riverside

granaries, narrow

alleyways, smallboutiques, restaurants,

cafs, museums and

galleries. Porvoo can be

reached from Helsinki

in an hour by

car or bus. Make an

unforgettable tour to

Finlands second

oldest town!

S E EPorvoo CathedralKirkkotori 1, Old PorvooTel. +358 (0)19 661 11Open: 1 May-30 Sep Mon-Fri 10am6pm,Sat 10am2pm, Sun 2pm5pm, 1 Oct30Apr Tue-Sat 10am2pm, Sun 2pm4pm

Home of J.L.RunebergAleksanterinkatu 3, centreTel. +358 (0)19 581 330www.runeberg.netHome museum of theFinnish national poet.Open: 1 May31 Aug Tue-Sun 10am4pm,1 Sep30 Apr Wed-Sun 10am4pm

Porvoo Museum/Old Town Hall & Holm HouseRaatihuoneentori, Old PorvooTel. +358 (0)19 574 7500www.porvoonmuseo.Presents the history of Porvoo withexhibitions of arts and crafts.Open: 1 May-31 Aug Mon-Sat 10am4pmSun 11am4pm, 1 Sep30 Apr Wed-Sun12noon4pm

NoarkSanismentie 2, Ilola

Tel. +358 (0)40 195 4401www.noark.Miniature worldOpen: 115 Jan Wed-Sun 12noon6pm,16 Mar30 Apr Wed-Sun 12noon6pm,1 May31 Aug Tue-Sun 12noon6pm

Galleries & Boutiquesin Old PorvooMore information about places tovisit and see in Porvoo online at:www.porvoo./tourism

E X P E R I E N C ECruise with m/s J.L. RunebergCruise from Helsinki to Porvoo. Departurefrom Helsinkis Market Square at 10am,arrival in Helsinki at 7:25pm11 May11 Sep Tue, Wed, Fri and Sat 526Jul also Mon, 6 Jun-29 Aug also SunRound trip ticket 35/adult,16/child (716 years)One-way ticket 24/adult,12/child (716 years)m/s J.L. RunebergTel. +358 (0)19 524 3331www.msjlruneberg.

Cruise with M/s RoyalCatCruise from Helsinki to Porvoo. Departurefrom Helsinkis Market Square at 10am,arrival in Helsinki at 7pm.29 Jun14 Aug Tue-SunRoyal Line Tel. +358 (0)20 711 8333www.royalline.

River cruiseDeparture from Porvoo Harbourevery hour between 11am4pm.8 Jun15 Aug Tue-Sun8/adult, 4/child (4-12 years)Saaristolinja Ky Tel. +358 (0)400 840 001www.saaristolinja.com

Guided walking tour in Old PorvooDeparture from Raatihuoneentori(Old Town Hall Square) at 2pm.28 Jun13 Aug Mon-Fri,3 Jul28 Aug also SatLanguage: English

More activities in weekly summertimeschedule www.porvoo./tourismFor groups see www.porvootours.

E A T & E N J O YRestaurant Wanha LaamanniVuorikatu 17, Old PorvooTel. +358 (0)20 752 8355www.wanhalaamanni.Restaurant TimbaaliVlikatu 8, Old PorvooTel. +358 (0)19 523 1020www.timbaali.comRestaurant El AlbaKirkkokatu 4, Old PorvooTel. +358 (0)19 523 0660www.elalba.comRestaurant Hanna Maria

Vlikatu 6, Old PorvooTel. +358 (0)20 718 9616www.hanna-maria.Restaurant WalgrensJokikatu 31, centreTel. +358 (0)19 524 3100www.walgrens.Hotel Haikko ManorHaikkoontie 114Tel. +358 (0)19 576 01www.haikko.Hotel Porvoon MittaJokikatu 43, Old PorvooTel. +358 (0)19 580 131www.hotelporvoonmitta.Onni Hotel & CafKirkkotori 3, Old PorvooTel. +358 (0)44 534 8110

www.hotelonni.Seurahovi Hotel and RestaurantRauhankatu 27, centreTel. +358 (0)19 547 61www.seurahovi.fiHotel SparrePiispankatu 34, centreTel. +358 (0)19 584 455www.avainhotellit.

More information about accommodationand restaurants online at

www.porvoo./tourism

CONTACT INFORMATION


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Eijas Gardenincludes English style gardens around agarden shop. Eijas Garden is located inthe village of Ahvenkoski some 14 kmeast of the centre of Loviisa. For more in-formation visit www.pihalla.net.

E A T & J O Y :Bakery-Caf Vaherkyl-EkAleksanterinkatu 2, centreTel. +358 (0)19 531 610www.vaherkyla.

Hotel-Restaurant DegerbyBrandensteininkatu 17, centreTel. +358 (0)19 50 561www.degerby.com

Degerby Gille restaurantSepnkuja 4, centreOpen for groups upon agreement.Tel. +358 (0)19 50 561www.degerby.com

Caf-Restaurant LaivasiltaLaivasilta, centreTel. +358 (0)19 530 112Open in summer.

www.cdfastfood.

Caf-Restaurant SaltbodanLaivasilta, centreTel. +358 (0)19 532 572Open in summer.www.saltbodan.

Restaurant RuukinmyllyRuukintie 15, Strmfors Iron WorksTel. +358 (0)19 618 693www.ruukinmylly.

S E ELaivasilta Marina Areafeatures a row of old salt sheds thattoday house the Maritime Museum,restaurant-cafs and exhibitions.Laivasilta is the home harbour of thesailing-ship sterstjernan and the de-parture point for cruises to SvartholmaSea Fortress. Cruises with sterstjer-nan 2010 on 3 and 17 July and 28August

Svartholma Sea Fortress (1748)on an island in Loviisanlahti bay, 10 kmfrom the town centre. In the summer,JuneAugust, scheduled cruises to theisland, childrens adventures, guidedwalking tours and an exhibition calledSvartholma the island of soldiers,prisoners and tourists. On the islandthere is also a summer caf.

Strmfors Iron Workslies some 17 kilometres east of thecentre of Loviisa. The Iron Works areahosts craftsmen and other service en-trepreneurs especially in the summer.There are guided tours, forging dem-onstrations using a hydraulic hammer,a church, a museum and exhibitions.

There is also a restaurant and a sum-mer caf and accommodation possi-bilities on the area.

Loviisa Town Museumis located in an 18th century Comman-dants House. In front of the museumthere is a garden, which presents typi-cal decorative and utility plants fromthe 18th and 19th centuries. For thespecial exhibitions and opening hoursof the year 2010, visit www.loviisa.fi

The Maritime Museumat Laivasilta presents the long historyof seafaring in Loviisa. The museum isopen MayAugust.

The Rnns Archipelago Museumin Rnns, some 30 km from the centreof Loviisa, is open from JuneAugustdaily. The museum presents the historyof the archipelago in the It-Uusimaaregion.

The Bonga Castlean atelier-museum of Riitta Nelimarkka.Over 200 works are on display, itemsrange from colourful textiles to oilpaintings and drawings. The gallery isopen for groups.

E X P E R I E N C ECruises aboard m/s J.L. Runebergfrom Helsinki to Loviisa will be offeredin July 2010 on Thursdays the 1st, 8th,15th, 22nd and 29th. Cruises departfrom Helsinki Market Square at 10am.

The Ehrensvrd Path

is a two-kilometre nature path thatpasses the land fortresses Ungern andRosen close to the centre of Loviisa.The path presents the history of thefortress building. Along the path visi-tors can also discover the exceptionalarchitectural heritage, vegetation andbird population in the area. The path isnamed after Colonel Augustin Ehren-svrd who designed the fortificationsin Loviisa, Svartholma and Suomen-linna in Helsinki.

TOP 5 EVENTS The Loviisa Sibelius Festival, 1013 June Rootsinpyhtaa Bluegrass & Rendezvous 2010, 1113 June The King Comes to Loviisa 18th century weekend, 34 July Small Ships Race 1718 July Loviisan Wanhat Talot Traditional and Renovation Construction

Days, 2829 August

CONTACT INFORMATIONLOVIISA TOURIST INFORMATIONKarlskronabulevardi 8, FI-07900 LoviisaTel. +358 (0)19 555 [email protected].

Loviisa is an idyllic

seaside town,

some 87 km east of

Helsinki. The town is

characterised by its sea

landscapes, historical

areas and idylliccountryside. The town

has a centre from the

19th century and an

Old Town that dates

back from the 18th

century. The town is

also known for its 18th

century fortications

and 17th century

ironworks.

LOVIISA

TheIdyllic

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S E EKotka is truly a maritime city and thesea is the main attraction in Kotka. Asa frontier town of Russia, Kotka has afascinating history. The Kymijoki River,the longest river in Southern Finland,flows into the sea in Kotka.

Maritime Centre VellamoThe museums of the Maritime CentreVellamo present the maritime historyof Finland and the history of the Ky-

menlaakso region. The museum build-ing, built in a genuine harbour envi-ronment, is an abstract interpretationof a wave and is in itself an attraction.Tornatorintie 9, FIN-48100 KotkaTel. +358 (0)40 350 0497www.merikeskusvellamo.Opening hours: Tue, Thu-Sun 11am6pm,Wed 11am8pm, Mon closed.

Kotka MaretariumThe unique aquarium house KotkaMaretarium reveals the world ofFinnish fish in its full diversity.Sapokankatu 2, FIN-48100 KotkaTel. +358 (0)40 311 0330www.maretarium.

Opening hours: Daily 10am5pm,May 17Aug 15 10am-8pm (except on25 Jun 10am2pm)

Langinkoski Imperial Fishing LodgeThe unique Langinkoski Imperial Fish-ing Lodge - built for the Russian CzarAlexander III - is situated besides therapids of the Kymijoki river.Keisarinmajantie 118, FIN-48200 KotkaTel. +358 (0)44 528 8050www.langinkoskimuseo.comOpen: in May daily 10am4pm,Jun 1Aug 31 daily 10am6pm,Sep and Oct on Sat and Sun 10am4pm.

In Kotka, you will

encounter a mixture of

maritime archipelago

idyll, charming nature,

verdant parks and

unique architecture.

Kotka Maritime Festival

is full of positive

energy. You will relax

beside the sea and the

foaming rapids of the

river Kymijoki - just an

hour and a halfs drive

east of Helsinki.

KOTKA

Cityby the

Sea

E X P E R I E N C EThe city of Kotka offers great oppor-tunities for various outdoor activitiesincluding archipelago cruises, fishingand sailing. The weekly programmein the summertime provides plenty ofopportunities to take part in local ac-tivities and to admire the citys manyattractions.

Guided City Bus TourDeparture/return: Kotka Market Square

one hour guided city bus tour on Mondaysand Fridays at 12noon1pm in July 2010Price: 8 adults/4 childrenFinnish/English

One Hour on the Sea -CruiseOne hour sea cruise on board MS TeklaIII to Varissaari Island, Kuutsalo Islandand Lehmsaari Island.Daily at 10am, 1, 4 and 6pm (1 Jun7 Aug)Price: 10/adults, 5 children

Singalong cruise from Kotka SapokkaHarbour to idyllic Kaunissaari IslandOn Wednesdays at 7pm24pm (9 Jun25Aug). Departure/return: Archipelago traf-ce quay, Sapokka

Price: 18 adults

Park Concerts in Sapokka Water gardenConcerts of local music groups and choirson stage in Sapokka Water Gardenon Wednesdays at 7pm (Jun 9Aug 11)Price: Free admission

Further information: Kotka City TouristOfce, Tel. +358 (0)5 234 4424

TOP 5 EVENTS Kotka Maritime Festival 29 June1 August, www.meripaivat.com Childrens Maritime Festival 30 June1 August,

www.lastenmeripaivat.com Kymijoen Lohisoitto Music Festival 26 June, www.lohisoitto. River Kymijoki Day 7 August, www.kotka./tapahtumat Kotka Fish Market at Sapokka, 2223 May and 1617 October

www.merikala.

CONTACT INFORMATIONKotka City Tourist OfceKeskuskatu 6, FI-48100 KotkaTel. +358 (0)5 234 4424Fax +358 (0)5 234 [email protected].

Evening Cruise on s/y HuldaEvening cruise on the traditional woodensailing yacht Hulda in Kotka archipelagoincluding possibility to have a sauna onboard and go swimming.on Tuesdays at 6pm9pm in July 2010Price: 25/adults and 15/childrenDeparture/Return: City PortHerman Marine, www.hermanmarine.comTel. +358 (0)50 593 8481

E A T & E N J O YEnjoy good food in cosy atmosphere ofvarious restaurants in Kotka and why notstay overnight in a five-star holiday resortby the sea.

Restaurant Wanha FiskariTraditional and elegant restaurantsituated in the heart of maritime Kotka.Ruotsinsalmenkatu 1, FIN-48100 KotkaTel. +358 (0)5 2186 585www.wanhaskari.

Restaurant KeisarinsatamaRestaurant services in a unique oldbrewery by the sea. House speciality:

traditional Ukko-beer.Metsontie 41, FIN-48200 KotkaTel. +358 (0)5 219 0333www.keisarinsatama.com

Holiday Resort SantalahtiFive-star holiday resort by thesea in Mussalo region of Kotka city.Santalahdentie 150, FIN-48310 KotkaTel. +358 (0)5 260 5055www.santalahti.



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S E EArboretum Mustila is the foremostforest park in the Northern Europe.The 120 hectares area founded in thebeginning of the 20th century is situ-ated right next to the Helsinki highwayand is open every day of the year.www.mustila.com

In the World Heritage Site Verla youwill step straight into the end of the19th century. A verdant garden, archi-

tectonically valuable buildings and anold cardboard factory with its originalequipments have been preserved un-believably perfectly in their originalstate. www.verla.fi

The old wooden house area in theKaunisnurmi quarter has been pre-served as a memory of Kouvolas rail-road history. Most of the houses werebuilt in the beginning of the 20th cen-tury as dwellings for engine drivers.Now the beautifully renovated housesserve as workshops for artisans and asshops and museums which display thehistory. www.visitkouvola.fi

The Model Railroad Museum hasrailway-engines that run lying on theirbacks with the true sounds of whis-tling. At the museum visitors can learnabout the history of railroad.www.elisanet.fi/pienoisrautatiemuseo

CONTACT INFORMATIONKouvola Innovation Ltd.Kouvola Tourist OfceTorikatu 10, FI-45100 KouvolaTel. +358 (0)20 615 5295,Tel. +358 (0)20 615 5294Fax +358 (0)20 615 3048tourism@kinno., www.visitkouvola.

T TOP EVENTS OP 5 EVENTS Repovesi Outdoor Experience Day and Repovesi Skiing Day, 57 March Kympin Nainen Event (womens 10 km run), 15 May International Childrens Theatre Festival Kuulas, 2023 May Iitti Music Festival, 912 June Kymi GP Trotting Race, 19 June ERC European Rally Championships, 911 July Verla - A trip to the past - The Viking era, 78 August

KOUVOLA

DiscoverFascinating

Kouvola

Peaceful relaxing in the

Repovesi National Park,

joyride in the Tykkimki

Amusement Park,

historical athmosphere

in the idyllic mill village

and worldheritage

place Verla. Sweet tasteof vineyards vines and

visit to see Arboretum

Mustilas enchanting

forest garden. All that

and much more you can

experience during your

holiday in Kouvola and

neighbouring district

Iitti.

E X P E R I E N C EThe Repovesi National Parks ruggedlandscapes include a broad and versa-tile network of trails. It is also possibleto go canoeing, rock climbing and on aboat tour in Repovesi.www.luontoon. and www.repovesi.com

Tykkimki The most relaxed amuse-ment park in Finland is a versatileamusement centre for the whole fam-ily. The park has more than 40 games

and rides among which everyone canfind a favourite one. www.tykkimaki.fi

For the golfers there are plenty of pos-sibilities like a demanding 18-hole KoskiGolfcourse to international standards,situated near the banks of Kymi River.The new Niskaportti course in IittiGolfis also 18-hole course situated inRadansuu, Iitti. At the Lampila Golfgreen (9 ranges) in Jaala and BogeyKouvola Golf Centre you can take thefirst steps in golf without membershipfees.www.koskigolf.fi, www.iittigolf.com,www.lampilagolf.fi, www.bogey.fi

At the Finnish Golden Route you canexperience scheduled tours of the wa-ter bus at the Repovesi lake area withhistory, stories and accordion music.www.orilampi.com

KymiSun Riverboat Cruisesoffers excursion packages to the Re-povesi National Park and to the riverand lake areas of the Verla Mill Mu-seum. All those with options of severaldifferent programmes like organised din-ing and coffee in the wild.www.kymisun.com

E A T & E N J O YThe eating possibilities in Kouvolaguarantee tasty meal breaks andbreathers for tourists. Versatile eat-ing offerings enable everyone to findsomething. Whether you want some-thing exotic or something fast you aresure to find a suitable eating placeamong the restaurants in Kouvola.

For the lovers of wine and genuine lo-cal delicacies we recommend to visit

either Mustila vineyards wine shop atthe premises of Arboretum Mustila orWerla Winerys shop at the Verla MillMuseum area.www.mustilaviini.fi, www.viiniverla.fi

From farm markets like Benjamin Maa-tilatori and Alppiruusun Tuottajatoriyou will find more local delicacies,homemade food and handicrafts products.www.maatilatori.com,www.alppiruusu.fi

All events in Kouvola on our websitewww.visitkouvola.fi!




CONTACT INFORMATIONHamina Tourist ServiceRaatihuoneentori 16FI-49400 HAMINATel +358 (0)5 749 2641Fax +358 (0)5 749 [email protected].

TOP EVENTS Hamina International Dog Show 2223 May Sepra Crafts Market 1213 June Hamina Tattoo - International Military Music Event 18 August www.haminatattoo. August Evenings, chamber music from manor houses 2022 August Night of Lights, an art event for the whole family 17 September

HAMINA

Becharmed

byHamina!

An old star-shaped

fortress and a radial

town plan can only

be found in Hamina.

The wooden blocks,

churches and

museums located side

by side are easy to

visit. Worth visiting

are also the areas

outside the centre to

experience the sea,

the countryside, and

the unique archipelago

with its shing villages.

Welcome to fall in love

with Hamina!

S E EThe 18th century fortressof HaminaThe fortress of Hamina is one of thefew circular fortresses in the world,representing the Mediterranean idealtown shape of the Renaissance period.It is modelled after the town of Pal-manova in Northern Italy. The radialtown plan and the historically signifi-cant buildings have survived remark-

ably well.

Town MuseumThe building was constructed in 1760and has been used, among otherthings, as the venue for a meeting be-tween Catherine the Great, Empress ofRussia, and King Gustavus III of Swe-den.Kadettikoulunkatu 2 B,Tel. +358 (0)5 749 4193Open: summer Tue-Sun 10am4pm,winter Wed-Sat 12noon4pm,Sun 12noon17pm

Shopkeepers Museum

The museum with its old shop and theshopkeepers residence presents Fin-no-Russian merchant traditions fromthe early 20th century.Kasarminkatu 6, Tel +358 (0)5 749 4196Open: summer Tue-Sun 10am4pm

The sea and the archipelagoMaritime Hamina can be expe-rienced close to the city centre.Tervasaari sea-side area features abeach, a museum ship, restaurantsand a guest harbour with services.The scheduled ferry services arecarrying visitors to the archipelagowhich is a part of the Eastern Gulfof Finland National Park.

E X P E R I E N C ETales of Old HaminaTravelling back in time for groupsThe 18th century fortress, the oldbuildings and their former residentshave many tales to tell. Youll betouring the city with a storytellerand guide, which is wearing a cos-tume from past times. The tour in-cludes a guided walking tour and ahistorical drama in a museum. In thestyle of Russian Tsarist era servedtea in a historical milieu also avail-able on request.Duration 22,5 hours

Price Tour 15/person, min 10 personsTour + Tea 28/person, min 20 personsAvailable: All year roundLanguages: English, Swedish, Russian

Hamina BastionThe Bastion used to be the centralbastion of the fortress in Hamina.Its outer walls enclose a total of 58vaults and lookouts, which surroundan arena of almost one hectare insize. During the summer, the Bastionis covered with the largest canopy inEurope and audiences various kindsof events, concerts, fairs, theatre,sports etc. www.haminabastioni.fi

E A T & E N J O YHaminan VaruskuntakerhoRestaurantKadettikoulunkatu 3Tel +358 (0)5 353 9353www.haminanvaruskuntakerho.Buffet lunch on weekdays.Meals for groups, meeting andbanquet catering services

Restaurant El Burro

Fredrikinkatu 7,Tel +358 (0)5 344 9000www.reilutravintolat.A cosy dining restaurant at theedge of the Market Place

Yacht Club RestaurantTervasaari, Pieni Vuohisaari islandThe restaurant can be accessedby a ferry from the shore.Open in the summer.

Caf Patisserie HuovilaFredrikinkatu 1

Tel +358 (0)5 344 0930Delicious products from a

local master baker

Best Western Hotel HaminaSibeliuskatu 32Tel +358 (0)5 353 5555Fax +358 (0)5 353 5544www.hotellihamina.A 32-room hotel in the centreof Hamina. Sea view from someof the rooms.


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S E EPassenger HarbourThe Passenger Harbour of Lahti ismuch more than a station for cruiseships. Our cosy harbour has become ameeting place full of cafes, restaurantsand handicraft shops.

Sibelius HallA modern piece of wood architecturelocated by Lake Vesijrvi in the Pas-

senger Harbour. Home arena of LahtiSymphony Orchestra.www.sibeliushall.

Wood Architecture ParkWood Architecture Park is locatedaround Sibelius Hall. Caf and restau-rant Piano is the latest piece of thepark.www.spiritofnature.net

Ars Auttoinen -Art & Design ExhibitionSpend a restful summer day amonghigh quality art, culture and deliciousfood in cosy atmosphere.Exhibition, design shop, caf,B&B. 9 June-8 AugustTue-Sun 11am-6pm.Keinuhongantie 17, Auttoinenwww.auttoinen.

Sports CentreThe Sports Centre and its three skijumps are one of the main charactersof Lahti. From the top of the biggestski jump, you have a great view overthe city in the summer. Visit also SkiMuseum and try the fun ski jumpsimulator!

CONTACT INFORMATIONLahti Travel Ltd.Rautatienkatu 22, FI-15110 LahtiTel. +358 (0)20 7 281 [email protected].

TOP 5 EVENTS Finlandia Ski Marathon, 2728 February Lahti Ski Games, 57 March Sauna World Championships, 57 August Lahti Symphony Orchestras Sibelius Festival, 912 September Karaoke World Championships

LAHTI

HarbourCity of

Sports,Culture &Wellness!

Concerts at Sibelius

Hall, impressive arts,

culture and events.

World renown Lahti

Sports Centre, world

cup events. Fitness and

wellness, lake cruises

around the impressive

lake district. This is

Lahti Region only

one hour away from

Helsinki!

E X P E R I E N C EMessil Enjoy all the seasons!Southern Finlands biggest skicenter.Accommodation in traditional hotelrooms, romantic old store houses or inlogcabins with sauna. Four restaurants for all tastes. Outdoor activities.www.messila.

Golf all Region!Lahti region offers several challeng-

ing golf courses: Messil Golf, LahdenGolf, Kanavagolf, Vierumki Golf, IittiGolf and Hartola Golf.

Yli-Kaitala CottagesCome to countryside to a cottage onlake side, take a retreat in silence, gofishing or picking mushrooms! 14 cot-tages, restaurant, saunas.Kaitalantie 323, Iittiwww.yli-kaitala.com

Best Western NEXT Hotel SalpausThe warm and intimate hotel is situ-ated in downtown within walkingdistance from the market place. 136

rooms available, four spacious andpleasant suites with a private sauna.Vesijrvenkatu 1, Lahtiwww.nexthotels.

bm Day SpaLuxurious Full-service Salon in down-town Lahti. Indulging Spa treatments,O.P.I manicures, pedicures, artificialnails, Magic Eyes eyelash extensions,HairContrast hair extensions.Rautatienkatu 16, Lahtiwww.bmdayspa.

E A T & E N J O YRestaurant LokkiLakeview restaurant in Teivaa Harbourby Lake Vesijrvi, close to downtownLahti. Buffet available dailyJalkarannantie 19, LahtiTel. +358 (0)3 781 0220www.ravintolalokki.

Hotel TallukkaTallukka offers many wellness servi-

ces from massages and special saunatreatments to a high-tech gym. You arewelcome to our pleasant restaurant toenjoy delicious food and spectacularviews.Tallukantie 1, Vksywww.tallukka.

The Lahti Symphony OrchestraUnforgettable musical experiencesat weekly concerts at the Sibelius Hall- both classical and light. The 11thSibelius Festival 912 Septemberbrings together friends of Sibeliusmusic from across the globe. Openthe door to musical moments!

www.sinfonialahti.

Vierumki Sports Institute of FinlandIn addition to comprehensive variety offitness & wellness services, Vierumkiis famous for its several high standardrestaurants. New Scandic VierumkiHotel and Wellness Spa will open inSpring 2010. www.vierumaki.fi



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S E E &E X P E R I E N C EThe Birthplace of Jean Sibeliusis a beautiful Empire Style housewhose amazing artifacts present thecomposers childhood and youth. Inthe parlor visitors may take a momentto let the tones of Jean Sibeliusworksseduce them.Hallituskatu 11, FI-13100 HmeenlinnaTel. +358 (0)3 621 2755

www.hameenlinna./kulttuuri/museotOpening hours:2 May31 Aug Tue-Sun 10am4pm1 Sep30 Apr Tue-Sun 12am4pm

Aulankois a unique park area and holidaycenter offering a variety of servicesand leisure activities. The Aulankoarea houses a new spa, restaurants,two golf courses, exercise facilities, abeauty spa, culture, gorgeous naturepaths and a port of call for inland wa-ter cruises, as well as various accom-modation alternatives.

FI-13210 Hmeenlinnawww.aulanko.

Hme Castleis an extraordinary and popular histori-cal attraction. The castle area housesthe Prison Museum, the HistoricalMuseum and the Artillery Museum ofFinland. The museums of the castlepeninsula are open all year round.Kustaa III:n katu 8, FI-13100 HmeenlinnaTel. +358 (0)3 675 6820www.nba./en/hame_castle

HMEEN-LINNA

Visit a

place fullof newexperiences

Opening hours: 2 Jan31 May and1 Sep15 Nov Mon-Fri 10am4pm,Sat-Sun 11am4pm1 Jun14 Aug Mon-Sun 10am6pm1531 Aug Mon-Sun 10am4pm

The Finnish Silver Lines inlandwater cruiseson the beautiful waters of Lake Vana-javes i offer some of the richest ex-periences of the summer. Enjoy day,evening or theme cruises from theferry harbor located in the center ofthe city. The ferries have excellent res-taurants onboard.Suomen Hopealinja OyLaukontori 10 A 3, FI-33200 TampereTel. +358 (0)10 422 5600www.hopealinja.

The popular Verkatehdas Artsand Congress Centeroffers great service and ambience. Thelarge Vanaja Hall hosts events, con-

certs and other performances through-out the year. The Verkatehdas area alsohouses the City Theatre, HmeenlinnaArt Museum, a movie theatre and arestaurant.Paasikiventie 2, FI-13200 HmeenlinnaTel. +358 (0)3 621 6600www.verkatehdas.

TOP 5 EVENTS Tomaatteja!Tomaatteja! Stand up Festival, 12-15 May

www.tomaattejatomaatteja.com Naivists in Iittala exhibition, 29 May29 August, www.naivistitiittalassa. Linna Jazz, 1517 July, www.linnajazz. WanajaFestival - rock festival, 2324 July, www.wanajafestival. Hme Mediaeval Fair - the second biggest mediaeval fair in Finland,

2022 August, www.keskiaikamarkkinat.net

CONTACT INFORMATIONHmeenlinna Tourist InformationPalvelupiste KastelliRaatihuoneenkatu 11,FI-13100 HmeenlinnaTel. +358 (0)3 621 [email protected]./matkailu

The Iittala Glass Centeris an excellent place to visit and do someshopping, especially for lovers of Finnishdesign. The boutiques sell famous Iittalaproducts, handmade ceramics, handi-crafts, interior decoration products, gifts,delicacies and art.Iittalan lasikeskusFI-14500 Iittalawww.iittalanlasimaki.

Hovinkartanon Taidekeskus Art Centre HovinkartanoYou can find the culturally and histori callyrespected Hovinkartano manor environ-ment about 30 km from the city centre.Aside from the changing exhibitions themanor arranges cultural events such astheatre plays, music, movies and workexhibitions.Sotjalantie 58, FI-14700 HauhoTel. +358 (0)3 654 2344,Tel. +358 (0)50 597 3088www.hovinkartano.netOpen on summertime

Evo Hiking areain Lammi, about 44 km from the city cen-tre is one of the largest forest areas inSouthern Finland. You will find it suitablefor a couple days of hiking and while youare here, you can go fishing too. The areahas marked routes and you can spendthe night in the shelters or camping sitesalong the road.FI-16970 EvoTel. +358 (0)3 646 5301www.luontoon./evo

Hmeenlinna is the

oldest inland city in

Finland and is situated

just an hour from

Helsinki by train or

bus. The region offers

an abundance of

experiences suiting

people of all ages

and even the pickiest

of travellers. Enjoy

fascinating culture,

museums, events and a

wide range of shopping

opportunities all of it

surrounded by beautifulnature.

Linnatuuli Tourist InformationHelsingintie 1426, FI-12400 TervakoskiTel. +358 (0)3 630 [email protected]

For additional information, please visitwww.hameenlinna./matkailu



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S E EThe international festivals of Tamperehave long traditions and somethingnew to offer each year. Tampere is a lsoknown for its spectacular and uniquemuseums. Vapriikki Museum Centre,Amuri Museum of Workers Housing,Tampere Art Museum, Lenin Museumand Mineral Museum will not let youdown! History, the citys past, high-level Finnish and international art,

the beauty of stone and a spectrum ofcolours.

Great vacations forfamilies with childrenSrknniemi Adventure Park is thefavourite destination for children andyoung people. Srknniemis Aquari-um, Planetarium, Dolphinarium, SaraHildn Art Museum featuring inter-national contemporary art and theObservation Tower with its revolvingrestaurant are open throughout theyear. Dozens of fun rides and the chil-drens zoo are open in the summer.The spas, Moominvalley, Spy Museumand Finnish Hockey Hall of Fame andother events aimed at children alsomake Tampere a popular destinationfor families with children.

CONTACT INFORMATIONGoTampere Tourist Information OfceRailway station, Rautatienkatu 25,FI-33100 TampereTel. +358 (0)3 5656 [email protected].

TOP 5 EVENTS Sauna Open Air Heay Music Festival Tampere, 1113 June

Sata-Hme Soi International Accordeon Ikaalinen, 29 June4 July Tammerfest City Festival Tampere, 1417 July Tampere 27. Floral Weeks, 2331 July Tampere International Theatre Summer, 28 August

TAMPEREREGION

Welcome

to Tampere,the cityof life andlight.

Tampere emerged

more than two

centuries ago

alongside rapids

connecting two

unspoiled lakes,

in settings of great

natural beauty.

E X P E R I E N C ETampere CardWith Tampere Card you can visit forexample Spy Museum, Ice Hockey Mu-seum, Moominvalley Art Museum andlots of other interesting museums. Youcan also drive around the city with theblue buses, take a sightseeing tour orenjoy a cruise on the lake Pyhjrvi.Ask for a list of the attractions includ-ed in the card at GoTampere Tourist In-

formation at the Railway Station!Tampere Card is available in Summerseason, from June to August.Price starting from: 25/24 hours

Lake Cruise and City TourSee Tampere from the lake Pyhjrviand on a guided bus tour! The Finn-ish Silverline boat leaves for a 1,5-hourlake cruise from Laukontori quay. Deli-cious buffet lunch is served during thecruise. Sightseeing bus will pick youup at the quay after the cruise and thetour ends two hours later at the Rail-way station.This combination of a lake cruise and sight-

seeing bus tour is available on Thursdays,Fridays and Saturdays from June to August(except Midsummer).Price starting from: 39

E A T & E N J O YFinlands clean nature provideshigh-quality ingredients and is asource of local delicacies. The lo-cal specialty of Tampere, the blacksausage, can be bought at anyopen air market in the city as wellas at the atmospheric indoor mar-ket. Many restaurants in Tamperehave turned to areas nearby forproduce and ideas to create deli-

cious dishes with local flavors forthe patrons to enjoy.


Modern Tampere is

a luminous cultural city,

one of Finlands largesturban centres and a

world-class pioneer

of many elds.


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R e m e m b e r t h a t y o um u s t w e a r a h e l m e t .

E n j o yy o u rt r i p !

Kings RoadThe Kings Road is an ancient highwayof historical, cultural and tourist inter-est following the medieval mail coachroute. It links the Nordic capitals Osloand Stockholm with Turku and Helsinkiin Finland and further with St. Peters-burg in Russia. Since the 14th centuryKings and Merchants, artists and pil-grims, have travelled the Kings Road,but still today, it endows travelers withan excellent possibility to learn aboutFinnish history and nature in a nut-shell.

Nowadays the Kings Road focuses oncontemporary southern Finnish artsand science. Also numerous culturalevents are regularly held along thishistorical path. The meeting of Eastand West have created a unique cul-tural treasury, waiting to be discoveredby you.

For Finlands part, the Kings Road isthe first northern European route tocarry the white-brown signs denotingsights of interest. It is the first officialtourist trail in Finland. It runs alongthe main roads of the southern coast-

line, that is, on both sides of the E18in the easterly direction form Helsinki,and along roads 51, 52 and the E18from Helsinki towards the west. Visitthe beautiful towns and their main at-tractions while driving or biking alongthe Kings Road.

Cycling RoutesThe latest edition of the Cycling Routesin Helsinki features three routes withdescriptions of sights along the way inFinnish, English and German. DiscoverHelsinki by bike and see and learn morethan you would have expected! The map isavailable at Tourist Information or can beordered by e-mail from tourist.info@hel..

Helsinki Metropolitan Cycling andOutdoor Map shows walking and bik-ing routes, national biking routes, out-door recreation areas, recreational parks,sports facilities and interesting culturaland natural sights in Helsinki, Vantaa, Es-poo and Kauniainen. The map can be usedyear-round and also shows ski tracks andsnow-plowed routes.

Uusimaa Travel and Cycling Routes &Map is a guide to the tourism and cyclingroutes of Uusimaa. We hope it will attractyou to hop on your bike and explore thevariety of nature as well as the fascinatingattractions of Southern Finland.The guidebook consists of four themedroutes: sea, nature, culture and history.Lengths of the routes are between 170and 280 kilometres. You can follow the

routes on the accompanying map. Youwill also find information about servicessuch as accommodation, restaurants andshops to help you plan the stages of yourjourney more easi ly. F ind out more aboutthese services on the internet or just con-tact the Tourist Information Centres. Werecommend you book accommodationand check opening times of sights in ad-vance. www.karttakeskus.


Connecting east

and west Kings

Road forms a unique

route of cultures

whose treasures can

easily be explored.

Mediaeval churches,

beautiful manor

houses, picturesque

ironworks villages,

idyllic harbour

towns and charming

country villages tell atale of the rich past

of the Kings Road.


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The archipelago

surrounding Helsinki

with hundreds of

islands creates an

idyllic environment for

cruising. Enjoy island

cruising along coast line

or take a bit longer trip

to beautiful neighboring

cities. Tallinn is only80 km from Helsinki and

the trip takes merely 2

hours. Stockholm is easy

to reach by overnight

cruise with plenty of

entertainment.

New speed train

connection to

St. Petersburg opensin the end of 2010.

That brings this

enchanting city even

closer. Extend your

stay and see, enjoy and

experience so much

more youve expected.

Neighbours of Helsinki

Medieval TallinnAn all-inclusive day trip to Tallinn,Estonias beautiful Hanseatic capital.Tallinn represents 700 years of unin-terrupted architectural history. Theprivate city tour by car and on foot willshow the most important sights, and alunch is served in a restaurant in theOld Town.Supplier and booking:Helsinki [email protected]

Cruise to StockholmStockholm, the capital of Sweden builton 14 islands, is a vibrant, modern citywith historic charm. Combine two Nor-dic capitals Helsinki and Stockholm by cruising the worlds largest ar-chipelago, between Finland and Swe-den. The luxury cruise liners offer highquality cabins, several restaurants andbars, nightclubs with live entertain-ment, discos, casinos, shops etc.Supplier and booking:Helsinki [email protected]

Train to St. PetersburgMajestic palaces, extravagant man-sions and richly decorated cathedrals,create a regal ambience all around St.Petersburg, one of the most beauti-ful cities on the globe. A multilingualFinnish tour leader will accompany youthroughout the tour, which introducesthe main sights of the city in four days.Supplier and booking:Viada [email protected]

Baltic Discovery a Cruise ExperienceThe Baltic Sea region surrounding Hel-sinki has extensive cruise and ferry con-nections which present many opportu-nities to discover the area. Our packageincludes visits to 3 capitals : Helsinki,Tallinn, and Stockholm, linked by fastferry boats and overnight cruises whichoffer sumptuous buffet dinners and ex-tensive evening entertainment.Example package includes: 3 nights infirst class hotels: 1 night in Helsinki,Tallinn and Stockholm on a bed andbuffet breakfast basis, 2 overnight

cruises (TallinnStockholm and Stock-holmHelsinki) including breakfastbuffet, Helsinki to Tallinn one way by adaytime ferry.Supplier and booking:The Travel [email protected]

m o r e i n f o r m a t i o nw w w . v i s i t h e l s i n k i . f i


Take advantage of the daily

ferry connections from

Helsinki to Estonia, Sweden

and Germany. There is also a

regularly scheduled service to

Poland.

Ask your tour operator or

enquire from Helsinki Experts

sales point located inside

Tourist Information.

There are regular train

connections from Helsinki to

all major towns in Finland, as

well as to Lapland.

In addition, three trains

depart from Helsinki daily forRussia: one to Moscow and

two to St. Petersburg.


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Tourist & Convention Bureau

Pohjoisesplanadi 19, P.O. Box 28

FI-00099 CITY OF HELSINKI

Tel. +358 (0)9 3101 3300, fax +358 (0)9 3101 3301

[email protected]

Tourist Information

2 May-30 September: Mon-Fri 9am-8pm, Sat-Sun 9am-6pm

1 October-1 May: Mon-Fri 9am-6pm, Sat-Sun 10am-4pm

www.visithelsinki.fi

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