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Photos: The Image Bank of Helsinki City Tourist& Convention Bureau, World Design Capital2012 Helsinki, suppliers and area organizationsin Helsinki and Southern Finland.

Published, produced and designed by:Helsinki City Tourist & Convention Bureau

Paper: 300g Art silk and 140g MultioffsetPrinted in Finland by Art-Print Oy 2012The publisher is not responsible for possiblechanges or for the correctness of contactinformation, opening times, prices orother related information mentioned in thisbrochure.

CONTENTS Map Dtance 3

Helnk 4

World Degn Captal Helnk 2012 6

Kng Road 6

Nordc Oddty 7

Epoo 8

Vantaa 9

Lake Tuuula 10

Vht 11

Wet Uumaa Regon 12

Hanko 14

Raaepor 15

Porvoo 16

Lova 17

Kotka 18

Hamna 19

Hmeenlnna 20

Laht Regon 21

Kouvola 22

Neghbour of Helnk 23

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Discover Helsinkiand itssurroundins!This brochure presents the most interesting sightsand attractions for daytrips. This brochure is yourguide when travelling outside the centre of Hel-sinki and around Southern Finland, offering you

invaluable tips about local sights, culture, food andwhats going on in the area.

In 2012 Helsinki is celebrating its 200th anniver-sary as the capital of Finland and is proud to beWorld Design Capital together with its neighbour-ing municipalities Espoo, Vantaa, Kauniainen andLahti. Travelling between these destinations is veryeasy and highly recommended.

Discover the environs of Helsinki with this bro-chure and let it guide you to the best attractions inSouthern Finland!


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Hanko128k

m

Raasepori76

km

Lohja57km

Nummela39

km

Hmeenlinna

101km

Espoo18km

Vantaa16km

Tuusula28k

m

Lahti104km

Porvoo50km

Loviisa87km

Kouvola134

km

Kotka133km

Hamina146

km

St.Petersburg

391km

Stockholm4

02km

Tallinn84km

G U L F O F F I N L A N D

Jrvenp36

km

Vihti49km

D I S T A N C E S F R O M H E L S I N K I

Espoo

By train from Helsinkis Central Railway Station toLeppvaara: local trains A, E, U, S, Y, L. By bus fromLeppvaara to Serena Water Park and Ski Resort: bus-es 21, 21K. By train from Helsinkis Central RailwayStation to Espoon keskus: trains E, U, S, L. By busfrom Espoon keskus to Nuuksio National Park: buses85, 85K. By bus from Kamppi bus station to Tapiola:buses 106, 107, 109, 110. By bus from Elielinaukio toTapiola: buses 194, 195. By bus from Elielinaukio toSerena Water Park and Ski Resort: bus 339T.Vantaa

By bus from Helsinkis Central Railway Station toHelsinki Airport: bus 615. By train to Tikkurila (East-ern Vantaa): trains Z, R, H, K, T, N, I. By train toMyyrmki (Western Vantaa): train M.Tuusula and Jrvenp

By train from Helsinkis Central Railway Station:trains H, R. By bus from Kamppi bus station: busesmarked Jrvenp, Mntsl or Kellokoski.

TRANSpORTATION INFORMATIONVht

By bus from Kamppi bus station: platform 28.West Uusimaa Region

By bus from Kamppi bus station: platform 27. Busesmarked Lohja or Virkkala.Hanko and Raasepori

By train from Helsinkis Central Railway Station. Bybus from Kamppi bus station, local bus 280 or Ex-pressBus.Porvoo

By bus from Kamppi bus station daily every halfhour. By ferry during summertime: the ferries m/s

J.L. Runeberg and Royal Line depart from the Mar-ket Square.LoviisaBy bus from Kamppi bus station: buses 840, 870.Kotka

By car along E18 motorway (Helsinki-Kotka). Some 20daily bus services between Helsinki and Kotka. Severaldaily bus services from Helsinki Airport to Kotka.

Hamna

By bus from Kamppi bus station, several departuresper day. The route goes through Porvoo, Loviisa andKarhula.Hmeenlinna

By train from Helsinkis Central Railway Station:trains IC and express trains R/H, H. By bus fromKamppi bus station: all ExpressBus services to Tam-pere stop in Hmeenlinna.Lahti

By train from Helsinkis Central Railway Station. By busfrom Kamppi bus station, several departures per day.

KouvolaBy car along E18 motorway (Helsinki-Kouvola). Bytrain. By bus from Helsinki Airport.

Bus timetables: www.matkahuolto.fiTrain timetables: www.vr.fi



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The coastal city of Helsinki has earneda reputation as a pocket-sized andmodern metropolis where visitors canenjoy the relaxed atmosphere. Easternand western inuences from the past

460 years can be seen everywhere.With these tips you can visit Helsinkisversatile urban districts outside thecity centre.

SEEKallio & Tl

The former working-class district ofKallio is one of the most characterfulparts of Helsinki. Favoured these daysby artists and students, the districtsbohemian bars and trendy boutiquesattract visitors with a sense of ad-venture. Visit also the over-100-year-old Hakaniemi Market Hall and itsoutdoor market, where you will nd

everything from groceries and owers

to clothing and handicrafts for sale.

The Tl district is home to someof Helsinkis favourite tourist attrac-tions, such as the Sibelius Monumenthonouring the composer Jean Sibelius

and the unique Temppeliaukio church,which is quarried out of the naturalbedrock and serves as a popular ven-ue for concerts.

Arabia & Ruoholahti

The area of Arabia is a modern centrefor the sciences, design and the arts,as well as a waterfront residential dis-trict. Home of the School of Art andDesign and the 130-year-old Arabiaporcelain factory, museum and gal-lery, Arabia continues to be a pioneerin modern Scandinavian design.

WorldDesinCaital

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The former harbour and industrial area ofRuoholahti has been transformed in thepast decades into a residential district. Itis home to the largest cultural centre inFinland, Kaapelitehdas, which was oncea factory producing telephone and elec-trical cables. Today it houses museums,galleries, dance theatres and art schools.

Suomenlinna

Suomenlinna is one of the worlds largesthistorical maritime fortresses and hometo 850 city residents. With its museums,

restaurants and events, the islands ofSuomenlinna offer a unique experiencefor visitors of all ages throughout theyear. Suomenlinna has been a UNESCOWorld Heritage Site since 1991. The15-minute ferry crossing to the fortressoffers you a unique chance to admire andphotograph Helsinki from the sea.

Seurasaari

Seurasaari is a popular museum islandand recreational area located 15 minutesby bus from the city centre. The woodenbuildings at the Open-Air Museum rep-resent Finnish building traditions fromthe 18th to the 20th centuries. Duringthe summer season various workshopsand events at the museum present tradi-tional handicrafts, customs, folklore andfolk dancing.

Kaivopuisto & nearby islands

Kaivopuisto is Helsinkis oldest and mostpopular park, as well as a prestigious em-bassy district. The proximity of the sea,the rocky cliffs and the green lawns offermany opportunities to relax and enjoythe outdoors. Along the shore and onthe nearby islands you can nd several

cafs and summer restaurants. Take aferry to Uunisaari Island off the southernshore of Kaivopuisto Park or to Pihla-jasaari Island and nd sandy beaches and

convenient services, attracting summerholidaymakers to swim and picnic.

Kivinokka & Uutela

Kivinokka is a large outdoor and recrea-tional area situated in the Herttoniemidistrict in Helsinki. Actively used by lo-cals, it represents a signicant part of

the cultural history of Helsinki. With its

rugged cliffs, natural marshland and oldvillas, Uutela is the largest and most di-verse outdoor area in East Helsinki.

Tuomarinkyl Manor

Tuomarinkyl Manor is located next tothe Vantaanjoki river. With a history dat-ing back to the 16th century, the manorhouse is surrounded by cultivated land,stables and a garden. Visitors can alsorelax and dine in the idyllic Tuomarinkylrestaurant.

Haltiala

The Haltiala area is the largest single

outdoor area in Helsinki. Here you cantake a walk along several nature pathsand discover the unique appeal andpeace of the Finnish nature.



HELSINKITo Events

Lux Helsinki, light installations,Senate Square, January

Via Crucis Stages of the Cross,Kaisaniemi Senate Square,MarchApril (in Easter)

May Day Eve celebrationsin Market Square from 6pmonwards and May Day picnics inKaivopuisto Park the next morn-ing, 30 April1 May

Ihana Helsinki, events through-out the city, May

Helsinki Week, events through-out the city, June

Midsummer Eve celebrationsat Seurasaari, June

Helsinki Pride Festival,JuneJuly

Tuska Festival, heavy metal,Suvilahti, JuneJuly

Flow Festival, electronic music,Suvilahti, August

Helsinki City Marathon,start and nish at the

Olympic Stadium, August

Helsinki Festival, eventshroughout the city,AugustSeptember

Love & Anarchy Film Festival,various cinemas, September

Helsinki Design Week,September

Carnival of Light, LinnanmkiAmusement Park, October

Herring Market, the citys old-est annual event, Market Square,

OctoberWinter Circus, Dance TheatreHurjaruuth, Kaapelitehdas,NovemberJanuary

Finnish Independence Day,ceremonial events and festivities,6 December

St. Thomas Christmas Market,Senate Square, December

Winter Fest, rides and activities,Linnanmki Amusement Park,DecemberJanuary

Find more information and

specic event days at:

www.visithelsinki. > Events

You can rely on Helsinki City Transportto get to these destinations. The TouristTicket offers unlimited travel for 1, 3 or 5days within Helsinki. Helsinki Card hold-ers are also entitled to public transporta-tion, as well as to free admission to over60 museums and sights. The adult cardalso entitles the holder to a free AudioCity Tour. For more information aboutthe Tourist Ticket, Helsinki Card anddestinations, see www.visithelsinki..

EXpERIENCEHelsinkis attractive and unique char-acter comes not only from its colourfulpast but also from its proximity to thesea, which offers an endless number ofexciting activities. The citys many greenparks are popular gathering places forvisitors and residents alike.

Helsinkis cultural life is vibrant all yearround, with over 3000 stimulating andunique events taking place annually. Thisyear Helsinki will be in the spotlight ofthe design world as the city celebrates its

year as World Design Capital alongsideits neighbouring municipalities of Espoo,Vantaa, Kauniainen and Lahti. See thefollowing page for details!

At the same time Helsinki is celebrat-ing its 200th anniversary as the capitalof Finland. This historical year will bebrought to life with a wide range of spe-cial events.

ENJOyThe fresh sea air, beautiful parks and

excellent recreational facilities in Hel-sinki offer you unlimited possibilities toenjoy healthy activities throughout theyear. Thanks to its compact size, Helsinkiis ideal for walking and jogging, or youcan just as easily enjoy the scenery bycycling or canoeing. While you are inHelsinki you can relax in a genuine Finn-ish sauna, which you can also combinein wintertime with a swim in the seathrough a hole cut in the ice!

CONTACT INFORMATIONHelsinki City Tourist & Convention BureauPohjoisesplanadi 19, P.O. Box 28FI-00099 CITY OF HELSINKI

Tel. +358 (0)9 3101 3300, fax +358 (0)9 3101 [email protected], www.visithelsinki.fi

Tourist Information15 May - 14 Sept: Mon-Fri 9am-8pm, Sat-Sun 9am-6pm15 Sept - 14 May: Mon-Fri 9am-6pm, Sat-Sun 10am-4pm

TIp!Information about Helsinki canbe found in the brochure Hel-sinki Visitors Guide.

Visit also the ofcial tourism

website www.visithelsinki. ,where you will nd the very lat-est Helsinki tips.

Helsinki has around 1100 restaurantswhere you will nd everything from

gourmet delights to bistro treats. Thelatest trend is for young chefs to starttheir own small and unique gourmetrestaurants, such as the Michelin-starred Demo, Luomo and Postres.

Finnish cuisine is typied by simplic-ity and purity. The easiest way totaste local specialties is to order fromthe HelsinkiMenu, which is offered in15 restaurants in the city centre. The

menu varies according to restaurantand season. Helsinki also has a numberof Russian restaurants, where you cantaste treats of the East.

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.



Kings Road

The Kings Road is an ancient highwayof historical, cultural and tourist inter-est following the medieval mail coachroute. Connecting East and West, theKings Road forms a unique route ofcultures whose treasures can easily be

explored. Mediaeval churches, beauti-ful manor houses, picturesque iron-works villages, idyllic harbour townsand charming country villages tell atale of the rich past of the Kings Road.Visit the beautiful towns while driving

Connectng Eat and Wet, the Kng Road form a unque route

of culture whoe treaure can ealy be explored. Medaeval

churche, beautful manor houe, pctureque ronwork

vllage, dyllc harbour town and charmng country vllage tell

a tale of the rch pat of the Kng Road.

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Desinin Life

In 2012 Helsinki is proud to be WorldDesign Capital together with its neigh-bouring municipalities Espoo, Vantaa,Kauniainen and Lahti. Travelling be-tween them is very easy and highlyrecommended. The ofcial programme

for WDC Helsinki 2012 includes around300 special events and projects, allof which share the same goal: To nd

ways in which design can be used tomake cities more functional and betterplaces. You can navigate through thedesign capital year by using the WDC

Helsinki 2012 smart phone application.

Minimalistic, functional and cleanFinnish design has enjoyed an enviableinternational reputation for decades.Helsinki even has its very own DesignDistrict, an area that is home to a widerange of designer shops, interior designstudios, antique dealers, clothing and

jewellery boutiques, artist workshops,galleries, museums, restaurants and lotsmore. The easiest way to discover theDesign District is to take the DesignWalk, a two-hour guided tour of the topsights. You can also stay overnight in theDesign District at the stylish Klaus K ho-tel operated by Design Hotels.

In the heart of the Design District is De-sign Forum Finland, a gallery and shopthat presents the latest trends in Finn-ish design. The Design Forum Shop sells

Finnish designer products, from classicnames to new discoveries.

The Design Museums permanent ex-hibition chronicles the history and de-velopment of design in Finland and issupported by temporary Finnish and in-ternational theme exhibitions.

KINgS ROAD

or biking along the Kings Road, whichruns along the main roads of the south-ern coastline.

Uusimaa Travel and Cycling Routes &

Map is a handy guide to tourism and cy-

cling routes. The guidebook consists offour themed routes: sea, nature, cultureand history. The routes vary in lengthfrom 170 to 280 kilometres.www.karttakeskus.

Further information:www.wdchelsinki2012.



Nordc Oddty

Helsinki is a cultural city that has foundits own niche between East and West.Internationally Helsinki is known for itsunique design, architecture and hightechnology. The city is also mentionedin connection with graphic design, mu-sic and youth culture.

Clubs & Music

Helsinki does not compete with othercities in terms of the amount of night-life but rather its quality. A wide range

of clubs and bars offers a choice ofatmospheres and price levels. Whetheryou want to hang out with the art stu-dents, media types or working classJoes, the city centre has the establish-ment you are looking for. Pub-crawlersshould also check out the Kallio districtnear the centre.

Bar n Cty Center

Design nightclub: Le Bonk,Yrjnkatu 24Above the rooftops: Ateljee Bar,Sokos Hotel Torni, Yrjnkatu 5Entertainment complex: Teatteri,Pohjoisesplanadi 2DJs: mbar, Mannerheimintie 2224International: Casino Helsinki,Mikonkatu 19Terrace complex: On the Rocks,Baarikrpnen and Public Corner,Mikonkatu 15Irish: Molly Malones, Kaisaniemenkatu 1

Fine drinking: Cocktail Lounge A21,Annankatu 21Rock: Bar Loose, Annankatu 21Crazy: Cuba Caf, Erottajankatu 4Old favourite: Caf Bar 9,Uudenmaankatu 9Style conscious: The Tiger,Urho Kekkosen katu 1 A

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Biggest nightclub: The Circus,Salomonkatu 1-3Kaurismki complex: Corona,Caf Moskova and Dubrovnik,Eerikinkatu 11Artist restaurant: Kosmos,Kalevankatu 3Rock n roll: Tavastia and Seminal,Urho Kekkosen katu 6

There is no shortage of special eventseither, such as the Flow Festival formodern urban music, the Funky Ele-

phant Festival for black rhythm mu-sic and the fortnight-long HelsinkiFestival.

Culture and Shopping

The majority of Helsinkis culturalestablishments and sights are situ-ated within walking distance of thecity centre. Art museums, such as theTennis Palace Art Museum and theMuseum of Contemporary Art Kiasma,are just a stones throw away from theSenate Square and the best shoppingstreets.

In addition to major shopping centres,Helsinki offers hundreds of tiny andunique boutiques, including originaldesigner shops.

HELsiNKi HELPERsFrom June to August the streets ofHelsinki are patrolled by around 20young Helsinki Helpers dressed ingreen offering free advice and help

to visitors. Ask them about interestingevents and sights or for brochures andmaps. The helpers are themselves as-sisted by Helppi, our fun mascot whocan be seen up and down EsplanadePark. The Helsinki Helpers also servecustomers from the Info Container.



EAT & ENJOyGuded theme crue

Enjoy Espoos unique archipelago andlakeside area on guided theme cruises.Available from June to September.Tel. +358 (0)10 292 0990www.visitespoo.

Cosy Finland

Meet the Finns in their own homes andexperience Finnish everyday life, cul-ture and cuisine.Tel. +358 (0)40 5965 434www.cosynland.com

Santas Summerhouse

Now 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 saunaelf and enjoy coffee with Finnish pulla.Tel. +358 (0)50 517 6996www.santasummerhouse.comAvailable for groups from May to September

Honkalintu

Fishing and hiking excursions that listento and respect nature.Tel. +358 (0)50 330 8077

www.honkalintu.

Sea & Mountain Adventures

Full-service safari house in Nuuksio. Tai-lored events including all necessary equip-ment throughout the year.Puh. +358 (0)9 595 550www.sma.

SEEEMMA-Epoo Mueum of Modern ArtEMMA is one of Finlands largest artmuseums. It is located at the WeeGeeExhibition Centre which offers plentyto see for the whole family with chang-ing exhibitions and events. WeeGeealso houses the Espoo City Museum,the Helin Rautavaara EthnographicMuseum, the Finnish Toy Museum, theFinnish Museum of Horology, GalleryAarni and a museum shop and a caf.Ahertajantie 5, 02100 EspooTel. +358 (0)9 8165 7512www.emma.museum, www.weegee.

Open: Tue, Thu, Fri 11am6pm,

Wed 11am8pm, Sat-Sun 11am-5pm

Akseli Gallen-Kallela museumVisit the home of our national artistAkseli Gallen-Kallela in a castle-like at-elier home, built 1911-13 in Art Nou-veau style. Changing exhibitions withvarying themes offer fresh combina-tions of the works of Gallen-Kallela andhis contemporaries, modern art andphotography. The museum also housesa charming caf-restaurant.Gallen-Kallelan tie 27, 02600 EspooTel. +358 (0)9 849 2340,www.gallen-kallela.

Open: 15 May-31 Aug 11am-6pm,1 Sept-14 May Tue-Sat 11am-4pm,

Sun 11am-5pm

EXpERIENCENuuksio National ParkThe most signicant national park inSouthern Finland offers excellent op-portunities for relaxation in the wilder-ness: horse riding, biking, canoeing,climbing, picking berries and mush-rooms, swimming, snowshoeing, skiingand trekking. Stay overnight in a tent orlean-to shelter. And just a half-an-hourdrive from Helsinki. Visitors are servedby an extensive network of marked trailsand guide services.Tel. +358 (0)20 5644 790www.luontoon./nuuksio

CONTACT INFORMATION Visit Espoo

Tel. +358 (0)9 8164 7230tourist@espoo., www.visitespoo.

Tourist Information in Citizens Ofces:

Tapiola, Matinkyl, Leppvaara,Espoonlahti, Espoon keskus, Kalajrvi.

Epoo, located next to the

captal Helnk a dvere

cty where art and culture

meet the unpolt wlderne

of the Nuuko Natonal

park. There are 58 klometre

of eahore, 165 land, 95

lake and 8 golf coure

to enjoy. Explore event,

art exhbton, theatre

performance, nternatonal

port event, plendd

concert, adventurou ea or

nature actvte throughout

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ESpOO

MetroolitanArea gem

the Sea

serena Water Park and

serena sk ReortThe largest tropical water amusementpark in the Nordic countries offers manyexciting waterslides and other thrills, in-cluding popular outdoor attractions. Inwinter downhill and cross-country skiing,snowboarding and much more.Tornimentie 10, 02970 EspooTel. +358 (0)9 887 0550Opening hours: www.serena.

Oittaa Recreation CentreBy lake Bodom, Oittaa offers versatile andexciting activities all year round. Beachesfor swimming and ice swimming, saunas,

nature trails, exercise tracks and a caf.Equipment rental includes: canoes, bikes,kick-bikes, snowshoes, skates and skis.Kunnarlantie 3339, 02740 EspooTel. +358 (0) 44 722 6329www.suomenlatu./oittaa

Solvalla Sports Institute

and Solvalla SwinghillSolvalla Sports Institute provides versa-tile exercise opportunities and equipmentrental for individuals, companies and groupsamidst splendid scenery. Canoe rental, ten-nis court, indoor sports hall and gym. Inwinter downhill and cross-country skiing.Nuuksiontie 82, 02820 EspooTel. +358 (0)9 8678 430

www.solvalla., www.swinghill.

Huimala adventure HallHuimala indoor adventure park offersgreat fun for kids of all ages. There is ahuge softplay, a sports arena, table games,an electric car track, a ball-cannon arena,trampolines and inatable bounce castles.Juvankartanontie 15, 02920 EspooTel. +358 (0)20 794 0790www.huimala.

Open: Tue-Wed 2pm8pm,Thu-Sun 10am8pm

TOp 5 EVENTS IN 2012 April Jazz 23 - 29 April, international jazz festival, www.apriljazz.

Kivenlahti Rock 8 - 9 June in Leppvaara, www.kivenlahtirock.com Organ Night and Aria Festival 7 June -30 August. Evening concerts

in Espoos medieval cathedral, www.urkuyofestival.

Espoo Cin 17 - 26 August International Film Festival in Espoo, www.espoocine.

Rantamaraton 22 - 23 September, Running event in Espoo, www.rantamaraton.



EAT & ENJOyFlamingo Leisure Centre 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 (Italian)Tel. +358 (0)9 753 0226, www.ilsiciliano2.

Amarillo (Tex-Mex)Tel. +358 (0)20 1234 605, www.amarillo.

Parrilla Steak HouseTel. +358 (0)44 480 9423, www.parilla.

Tapas BarCelona(Spanish)

Tel. +358 (0)9 8568 5710Hesburger(hamburgers)Tel. +358 (0)44 480 9422, www.hesburger.

Restaurant Caf EinsteinLunch and snacks, catering for groupsand company events.Heureka, the Finnish Science CentreTiedepuisto 1, 01300 VantaaTel. +358 (0)9 857 9399www.kanresta./heureka

Restaurant Kings Salmon(Kuninkaan Lohet)Old File FactoryKuninkaantie 28, 01740 VantaaA restaurant in a scenic milieu for fes-

tivities, business meetings and confer-ences.King MansionVoudintie 1, 01740 VantaaAn idyllic milieu for meetings andtraining sessions, also for wedding re-ceptions. Open only by booking.Sales departmentTel. +358 (0)9 253 25300Mon-Fri 9am-4pm.www.kuninkaanlohet.com

Airport hotelswww.visitvantaa.

SEEThe Finnish Aviation Museum is a na-tional special museum situated close toHelsinki Airport.Tietotie 3, 01530 VantaaTel. +358 (0)9 8700 870, www.ilmailumuseo.

Open Mon-Sun 10am5pm, Wed 10am-8pm

Vantaa City Museum collects objects re-lated to the past and present of Vantaa.The exhibition Our Story - Our History -from Helsinge to Vantaa tells the tale ofthe City of Vantaa.Tikkurila Old Station BuildingHertaksentie 1, 01300 VantaaTel. +358 (0) 9 8392 4449

www.vantaa./kaupunginmuseoOpen TueFri 11am6pm, SatSun 11am4pm

Vantaa Art Museum presents high-classnational and international contemporaryart in its alternating exhibitions.The Myyrmki House, Paalutori 3,01600 Vantaa, Tel. +358 (0)9 8393 5570www.vantaa./taidemuseo

Open Tue-Fri 11am6pm, Sat 10am4pm.

Nissbacka Manor Sculpture ExhibitionThe remaining Nissbacka Manor park-land acts as Professor and Sculptor LailaPullinens sculpture park.Nissbacka Manor, Sotungintie 4,01200 Vantaa, Tel. +358 (0)9 876 4632www.myspace.com/nissbacka

Open 1 June1 September Wed 12noon6pmand Sun 12noon4pm.

The Church of St. Lawrence in HelsingeVicarage is the oldest building in themetropolitan area, dating from around1460. It is one of the most favored wed-ding churches in the whole of Finland.Kirkkotie 45, 01510 Vantaa,Tel. +358 (0)9 830 6621www.vantaanseurakunnat.

Open Mon-Fri 9am12noon and 1pm3pm.In summer Mon-Fri 9am8pm. In summer alsoguide Mon-Fri 12noon8pm.

EXpERIENCEHeureka, the Fnnh scence 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 VantaaFurther information: Tel. +358 (0)9 85 799info@heureka., www.heureka.

Flamngo Leure Centre offer a diverseworld of experiences: water park, spa andwellness world, bowling, lms, glow-in-

the dark minigolf, restaurants, night club,shopping, hotel and conference facilities.Flamingos own shopping gallery is linkedwith the Jumbo shopping mall, one ofFinlands biggest retail centres.Tasetie 8, 01510 Vantaawww.amingo., www.jumbo.

Flamingo Spa. A Water Park for thewhole family and a Flamingo Spa & Well-ness centre for adults.Info tel. +358 (0)20 7785 225info@amingospa.

Reservations, tel. +358 (0)20 7785 210Sales Service, tel. +358 (0)20 7785 201sales@amingospa., www.amingospa.

Tulisuudelma 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 Tu-lisuudelma, as well as late checkout at 13.Sokos Hotel Vantaa, Hertaksentie 201300 Vantaa, Tel. +358 (0)20 1234 618www.tulisuudelma..

Reservations: Sokos Hotels Sales ServiceTel. +358 (0)20 1234 600, Mon-Fri 8am-8pm

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part of the comopoltan

Helnk Metropoltan Area.

Avapol, the fatet growng

bune center n the

metropoltan area, tuated

alongde Helnk Arport.

TOp 5 EVENTS IN 2012 Vantaa Urban Festival 1216 May, www.kaupunkijuhla.

Nissbacka Manor Sculpture Exhibition 1 June1 Sept,www.myspace.com/nissbacka

Valio-Jukola, Orienteering Competition 1617 June, www1.jukola.com/2012 Vantaa Music Festival 512 August, www.bo./vantaanmusiikkijuhlat

Tikkurila Country Market 67 October, www.vantaantoriyhdistys.

CONTACT INFORMATIONTikkurila Citizens Ofce /

Vantaa City Tourist InformationRatatie 7, FI-01300 VantaaTel. +358 (0)9 8392 2133Fax +358 (0)9 8392 2371tikkurila.yhteispalvelu@vantaa., www.visitvantaa.

Photo: Heureka Image Bank Photo: Finavia

Photo: Vantaa Urban Festival, Leena Tiuri



Anti-Aircraft Museum

The Anti-Aircraft Museum bringstogether the past, present and future ofanti-aircraft technology.Klaavolantie 2, TuusulaTel. +358 (0)9 8718 3470www.ilmatorjuntamuseo.

Open: 1 May31 Aug: TueSun 11am6pm,1 Sep30 Apr WedSun 11am5pm

Syvranta Lotta Museum

The Lotta Museum focuses on the role ofwomen in the history of Finland. Caf.Rantatie 39, TuusulaTel. +358 (0)9 274 1077www.lottamuseo.com

Open: Open: 13 May 201230 Sept Tue,ThuSun 11am6pm, Wed 11am7pm.1 Oct31 Dec Wed 11am7pm,ThuSun 11am5pm

EXpERIENCEIn addition to cultural sights, eventsand exhibitions, the area offersaccommodation, a number of otherbusinesses providing tourist and culturalservices and factory outlets.

EAT & ENJOyHotel GustavelundKirkkotie 36, TuusulaTel. +358 (0)9 273751, www.gustavelund.

Scandic JrvenpAsema-aukio, JrvenpTel. +358 (0)9 27141www.scandichotels./jarvenpaa

KrapiRantatie 2, TuusulaTel. +358 (0)9 274 841, www.krapi.

OnnelaRantatie 34, TuusulaTel. +358 (0)9 258 821, www.onnela.comVanhankyln KartanoStlhanentie 4, JrvenpTel. +358 (0)45 139 4800www.vanhankylanniemi.

SEEAinola

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

Open: 2 May30 Sep TueSun 10am5pm

Halosenniemi

The National Romantic-style logstudio of the painter Pekka Halonen istoday an art museum. The exhibitionsfeature the works of Halonen and

other painters. The museum houses acaf and a shop.Rantatie, TuusulaTel. +358 (0)9 8718 3461www.halosenniemi.

Open: 1 May31 Aug: TueSun 11am7pm, 1 Sep30 Apr: Tue 12noon7pm,WedSun 12noon5pm

Ahola

The home of the author Juhani Ahoand his wife, the painter Venny Soldan-Brofeldt.Sibeliuksenvyl 57, JrvenpTel. + 358 (0)9 291 6685www.jarvenpaa./ahola

Open: The renewed exhibition will be

opened in summer 2012

Alvar Aaltos Villa Kokkonen

Villa Kokkonen - the music box -was designed by architect Alvar Aaltofor academician, composer JoonasKokkonen who worked and lived therefrom 1969 till 1996. Nowadays VillaKokkonen is an international attraction:concerts, guided tours, design shop, logsauna and a caf.Tuulimyllyntie 5, JrvenpTel. +358 41 432 6166www.villakokkonen.

Open: All year round by reservation

CONTACT INFORMATIONJrvenp Tourt informaton

Hallintokatu 4FI-04400 JrvenpTel. +358 (0)40 315 2718matkailu@jarvenpaa.

www.jarvenpaa.

LAKETUUSULA

Culture on

the Shores ofLake Tuusula

Jrvenp Art Museum

The museum presents works by EeroJrnefelt and Venny Soldan-Brofeldt, aswell as temporary exhibitions.Kirjastokatu 8, JrvenpTel. + 358 (0)9 2719 2827www.jarvenpaa./taidemuseo

Open: all year round

Kasarmi Art Centre

The art museum is located in formerRussian barracks building dating backto 1915. The museum displays specialexhibitions from the collection ofAune Laaksonen Art Foundation anda collection of original illustrations byMartta Wendelin.Jkrinpolku 2, TuusulaTel. +358 (0)9 8718 3465www.taidekeskuskasarmi.

Open: 1 May31 Aug: TueSun 11am6pm,1 Sep30 Apr: WedSun 12noon5pm

Erkkola

The poet J. H. Erkkos house Erkkolawas built in 1902 on the Tuusula LakeRoad. Today, varied events such asclubevenings, concerts, lectures andsmallscale exhibitions are held in Erkkola.Rantatie 25, TuusulaTel. +358 (0)9 8718 3465www.erkkola.

Open: 5 May31 Aug: TueSun 11am6pm,1 Sep10 Oct: SatSun 12noon5pm

Aleksis Kivi Memorial Cottage

The cottage where the Finnish nationalwriter Aleksis Kivi spent the last monthsof his life is now a signicant national

monument.Rantatie, TuusulaTel. +358 (0)9 8718 3465www.tuusula.

Open: 2 May31 Aug: TueSun 11am6pm,1 Sep10 Oct: SatSun 12noon5pm

Tuuula Culture informaton

Kasarmi Art CentreJkrinpolku 2, FI-04300 TuusulaTel. +358 (0)9 8718 3465, 8718 3469kulttuuri-info@tuusula.

www.tuusula.

Lake Tuuula area, jut north

of Helnk, ha played a

gncant role n Fnland

cultural htory. A unque

arttc communty developed

on the hore of Lake Tuuula

toward the end of the 19th

century. The communty

ncluded famou name uch

a compoer Jean sbelu,

panter Pekka Halonen and

Eero Jrnefelt. The area, jut

North of Helnk, erved by

rt cla tranport lnk and ealy reached by tran and

by car.

TOp 5 EVENTS IN 2012 Tuusula Brass 9 June, www.tjbb. Lakeside Blues Festival in Jrvenp 27 Jun1 Jul, www.puistoblues. Our Festival 29 Jul4 Aug, www.ourfestival. The Night of the Arts in Tuusula 10 Aug, www.taiteidenyo. Kallio-Kuninkala Chamber Music Festival 1417 Jun, www.kallio-kuninkalafestival.

Eero Jrnefelt, The Bloom of Summer, Jrvenp Art Museum Halosenniemi



SEEVihti is the perfect destination for lov-ers of culture and art. Come and enjoyour many museums, art exhibitions,handcrafts and the quality plays of Vi-hti Theatre. Vihti Summer Theatre islocated in a beautiful spot on LakeKirkkojrvi, in Vihti Church Village. Theneighbouring medieval ruins of St. Bir-gittas Church are also worth visiting toget a sense of the 500-year old historyof Vihti. Walk down the beautiful mainroad in the Church Village and visit smallboutiques and artisans. Families may en-joy visiting the miniature exhibition of

Vihti Miniland or farm animals at Hen-nola Domestic Animal Farm. In August,Vihtians gather in the Church Village tocelebrate the anniversary of Vihti in theWuosisatamarkkinat Century Marketand Perttus Day Feast. Come and jointhe festivities!

EXpERIENCEThe many outdoor recreation ar-eas, hiking and bike paths and cross-country skiing tracks as well as canoetrails offer recreational, sportive andadventurous experiences. They makeVihti 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. You can admire the spectacu-lar National Romantic view over LakeHiidenvesi 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 at Pk-slahti and Lake Vanjrvi birdlife sanctu-ary will satisfy even the most demand-ing birdwatcher.

ActivitiesFuntime, funtime.

Hawkhill Nature, cottages in Nuuksio,hawkhill.

Magic of Nuuksio, nuuksiontaika.

Sellkami Center, Safaris and meetings,sellkami.

Vihdin Ratsutalli stables, vihdinratsutalli.

Vihti Karting, vihua.

Nuuksio Noux National Park

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.luontoon.

EAT & ENJOyAccommodation SelliVihti Church Village, selli.

Air HotelNummela, airhotel.

Conference hotel ElohoviNuuksio, elohovi.com

Hillside Golf & Country ClubJokikunta, hillsidegolf.

Hennola Domestic Animal Farm

Ojakkala, hennola.net

HopeaniemiHotel and restaurant, Nummela,hopeaniemi.

KpykylShopping, handcraft, cafVihti Church Village, kapykyla.com

Pivln VirkistyskotiNummela, paivolanvirkistyskoti.

Palojrven Rusthollipalojarvenrustholli.net

TOp 5 EVENTS IN 2012 Midsummer celebration 22.6.2012, Vihti Church Village, vihti. Wuosisatamarkkinat Century Market and Perttus Day Feast 24-26.8.2012,

Vihti Church Village, vihti. Pivl Literature Days and Pivl Poetry Reading Days in August, vihti. Hillside Golf & Country Club, hillsidegolf., Vihti Golf Center, vihtigolf.

VihtiExpo winter sports events, Vihti Ski Center, Ojakkala, www.vihtiski.

CONTACT INFORMATIONVihti municipalityTel. +358 (0)9 4258 3000,[email protected]./tourismVihti Tourist InformationTel. +358 (0)440 511 411tourist@visitvihti.

Restaurant Cantina AntonioNummela, tel +358 (0)9 222 3650

Restaurant MyllylampiNummela, Tel. +358 (0)19 335 320

Restaurant Ned KellysNummela, nedkellys.

Restaurant San PietroNummela, sanpietro.

Vihdin Kellari,Meetings, sauna, Vihti Church Village,vihdinkellari.com

Vihdin Pirtti on the Lake MoksijrviBanquet room, sauna on the lake, accom-

modation, vihti./vihdinpirtti

Vihti MinilandVihti Church Village, miniland.

Vihti Ski & Golf CenterOjakkala, vihtigolf., vihtiski.

Virta -galleryVihti Church Village, virtagalleria.

Vihti Museum, Vihti Church VillageBasic exhibitions: The turn-of-the century home of a

Vihti peasant 10 000 years of Vihtis history.

Karelian Evacuees Museum and

seasonal exhibitionsKirkkoniementie 1, vihti./museo

Granary Museum19th century farm equipment and utensils.Niuhalanraitti 10, vihti./museo

it no wonder that Vht

often called a Mnature

Fnland. The many face of

our nature can be found n

the Natonal Romantc

cultural landcape dotted

wth manor houe, the

wayng eld of the

countryde or the quet

wlderne wth rock, rapd

and hundred of lake. Vht

cloe to Helnk - The

Crcle Road iii only 15

mnute drve away and

Helnk-Vantaa Arport

48 km away.

VIHTI

Sorts,recreation

and adventurein the

mesmerizinnature of

Vihti



The Degerby Igor Museum

The 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 outstandingperiod in Finnish political history.Furuborgintie 6, Inkoo

Tel. +358 (0)40 541 8526www.degerby./www.porkkala.net

Uudenmaan virkistysalueyhdistys

Porkkalanniemi in Kirkkonummi, Strs-vik in Siuntio and Kopparns in Inkooare all recreation grounds owned byUudenmaan virkistysalueyhdistys, anassociation whose aim is to secure ar-eas for recreation by preserving the na-ture and cherising the originality of thelandscapes. Enjoy the archipelago andcoastal areas of West Uusimaa trekking,cycling or paddling. Stop for a nice pic-nic at one ot the campfire places. Besure not to leave litter and to leave the

place the way you found it.Tel. +358 (0)9 4767 411www.uudenmaanvirkistysalueyhdistys.

For wilderness guides contact SE-Action,www.seaction.com.

SEETytyri Mine Museum

The Tytyri mine museum is situ-ated in the original area, a minestill in operation, 110 metres belowsea level. The visitors may experi-ence the genuine feeling of minesin the cool and damp mine galler-ies. Seeing the 100 metre-wide and100-metre-deep underground minegives a good picture of the huge si zeof a limestone mine.Opening hours: For groups on request allyear round, for individuals June-August.

Tytyrinkatu 2, Lohja.Tel. +358 (0)44 369 1309www.tytyrinkaivos.

Church of St. Lawrence

Lohja church is the third largeststone church in Finland and the richal-secco style paintings of the Lohjachurch have a unique status as thelast medieval art creations of Fin-land.Opening hours: During Summer 9am-16pm, Winter 10am-15pm. For guidedtours call Lohja Lohja Tourist ServiceCentre.Sibeliuksenkatu 1, Lohja,

Tel. +358 (0)44 369 1309www.visitlohja.

Vivamo Bible Village

The Vivamo Bible Village is a themepark with activities, where eternalstories come alive in a fresh mannerof realisation. The program is suit-able for all ages. The Village is openin summer 2012 during May-August.Vivamontie 2, LohjaTel. +358 207 68 1760www.vivamo.

Only half an hour drve

from Helnk you wll nd

wonderful countryde

landcape and beautful

vew of lake, rver and the

ea. Thee wll tempt you to

go paddlng, hng, boatng

and trekkng. You wll nd

green for golng, track for

trp katng n wnter and

cottage for pendng coy

leure tme. Wet Uumaaregon offer you adventure

n all eaon.

WESTUUSIMAA

REgION

Culture,nature and

activit

The Ciderberg Apple Vineyard &

Lohjansaari island

You will see thousands of flowering ap-ple trees in May and colourful appletrees in autumn with fresh apples topick in a basket. You may also visit theCiderberg estate wine shop. Ask guidedtours to the island and experience tastyand fruity atmosphere.Pietilntie 138, LohjaLohja Tourist Service CentreTel. +358 (0)44 369 1309www.visitlohja.

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 work ofart, is today a museum and the restau-rant and the cafeteria are in the smallervilla area.Hvittrskintie 166, KirkkonummiTel. +358 (0)9 40509630.www.hvittrask.

Sjundby manor

Completed in 1560, the Sjundby me-

dieval manor is one of Finlands fin-est stone buildings. Situated close torapids on the Siuntio River, the manorhouse was occupied by several noblefamilies in its early years. With the ex-ception of the period of the PorkkalaParenthesis when it was occupied bySoviet troops, it has now been in thepossession of the Adlercreutz family foralmost three centuries.Guided tours: 5 July-11 August Thu-Sat 1pm. Other times on request.Karskogintie 678, SiuntioTel. +358 (0)9 256 4040www.seaction.com

CONTACT INFORMATIONWet Uumaa Travel LTD

Purnuksentie 55, 02570 Siuntio kkTel + 358 (0)9 4289 0382sales@uusimaatravel.

www.westuusimaatravel.



EXpERIENCELake Lohja

The biggest lake in southern Finland of-fers many enjoyable moments on the wa-ter. The whole family can experience theunique atmosphere, serenity, lush islandsand shores with broad-leaved trees ofLake Lohja by rowing or canoeing.Price: from 30/kayak/day.More information: www.melontapooli.

Fishing

On Lake Lohja, you will nd open lake

scenery and well-kept shing waters.

Pike-Perch is the most wanted sh from

this water but you can also get pike andtrout. The biggest Pike-Perch from LakeLohja is over 12 kg.www.visitlohja.

Feel the forest

In Lohja, the forests are all around youand Mother Nature is never far away. Alltrails are clearly marked and suitable forall abilities. Walkers have access to amen-ities such as shelters and barbecues.www.visitlohja.

Paddling

SE-Actions Canoe Centre is located just38 km from Helsinki in beautiful Siuntiocountryside by the sea. Rent a canoe orkayak and make your own paddling tripfrom the river estuary up along the Si-untio River - the Finnish Amazon, tothe sea through the beautiful Porkkalaarchipelago or across Viktrsk Lake.www.seaction.com

TOp 5 EVENTS IN 2012 Beach Jam Festival, 5.7.7.2012, www.rantajamit.

Lohja Tenor Days, 28.7.12.8.2012, www.lohja./tenoripaivat

Apple Festival, 22.9.2012, www.omenakarnevaalit.

Lux Musicae 16.18.11.2012, www.luxmusicae.com Old Times Christmas Fair, 15.16.12.2012, www.lohja./menneenajanjoulumarkkinat

CONTACT INFORMATIONLohja Cty Tourt informaton

Hossanmentie 1, 08350 LohjaTel +358 (0)44 369 1309tourist@lohja.

www.visitlohja.

Tytyr Mne mueum n Lohja

offer you an excellent

place to vt all year round.

Krkkonumm, sunto and

inkoo are three cultural and

rural commune on the outh

coat of Fnland. The eacoat

area wa a mltary bae of

sovet Unon durng 1944-

56. Porkkala Travel arrange

guded tour to th area.

WESTUUSIMAA

REgION

Culture,nature and

activit

Wlderne cune

Food tastes best in the open air. To pre-pare it, we use an open fire and a stoneoven. Useful advice and hints from ourcook result in a fine meal to which eve-ryone has made a contribution.www.westuusimaatravel.

Trip skating

Almost all of us have tried ice skatingwith normal skates. Trip skaters uselong blades, take long, wide strides andreach high speeds. Both sea and lakeice in and around West Uusimaa pro-

vides excellent locations for skating. Ifa lot of snow has fallen, we use tracksacross the ice cleared by snow ploughs.www.westuusimaatravel.

Climbing

Try climbing up natural rock faces. WestUusimaas many rocky cliffs are idealfor both beginners and experiencedrock climbers. Contact us - well recom-mend a suitable set of challenges foryou and your friends. You wont needto bring your own climbing equipment.www.westuusimaatravel.

All above products are suitable for indi-viduals and groups as well as for families.

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

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

Porkkala Travelwww.porkkala.net

EAT & ENJOyCafe st. HonorLaurinkatu 49b, Lohjawww.sthonore.

Tel. +358 (0)19 312 343

Sammatin kievariPaikkarintie 197, Sammattiwww.sammatinkievari.

Tel. +358 (0)19 358 660

Sjundby GranaryKarskogintie 678, Siuntiowww.seaction.com

Tel. +358 (0)9 256 4040

Degerby DeliDegerbyntie 6, Inkoowww.degerbydeli.

Tel. +358 (0)400 456 009

Four Seasons FishRannikkotie 62 a, Siuntiowww.fssh.

Tel. +358 (0)10 440 6434

MaatlapuotEestinkylntie 316, Kirkkonummiwww.maatilapuoti.comTel. +358 (0)9 298 2075

Cafe LaurKauppakatu 16, 08100 Lohjawww.cafelauri., +358 (0)440 819 888

Cafe Nina-MariaLaurinkatu 36, 08100 Lohja,+358 (0)45 678 0675



SEEThe Spa Park

The 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 houses

and restaurants. The spa building wasdamaged during the ContinuationWar and was pulled down.

Emigration memories

During the years 18801930, nearly250,000 Finns and Russians emigrat-ed to America, Canada or Australia viaHanko.

War memories

The cape of Hanko was rented to theSoviet Union as a naval base underthe peace treaty of Moscow (1940),which ended the Winter War. TheSoviet Union brought a garrison of

30,000 men to Hanko. There are stillruins of fortifications in the centre ofthe town.

Nature

Nature in Hanko is incredibly varieddue to the temperate climate and thegeographic location. The landscapeis characterized by magnificent cliffsand unspoilt stretches of fine whitesand, sheltered bays, and beautifulmeadows.

EXpERIENCELighthouses

Bengtskr, the tallest lighthouse in theNordic countries. Russar, also calledthe eye of Hanko, decorates the coatof arms of Hanko, which is one of themost beautiful ones in Finland. Gus-tafsvrn is a small island located 3 km

south-west of Hanko. Cruises availableat summer from Hanko Eastern Har-bour, and by prior arrangement.

The Path of Love

Nature path at the city centre, with afantastic view over the sea and thetown. There is also a big devils churnon the rocks.

Museums & galleries

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

Elk Safari

The elks have their favourite hide-outsin the forests. With a map, and insidertips, you will have the opportunity tosee the King of the Forest.

The Water Tower

The tower stands 65 m above sea level,and there is a fantastic view in all direc-tions over the cape of Hanko and theBaltic Sea.

Beach life

Hanko has 130 km of coastline, of which30 km are sandy beaches. No wonderHanko was voted the best summer cityin Finland!

in the old day, the phrae

the weet lfe n Hanko

wa ued to decrbe the

blful dlene, luxury, and

the long and merry parte

n the town. Hanko tll

the deal holday detnaton

for people who love lfe!

Fnland outhernmot cty

le than 2 hour from

Helnk.

TOp EVENTS IN 2012 Hang Teatertrff, Finlands largest Swedish speaking theatre festival,

7-10 June www.hangoteatertraff.org Hanko Regatta, over 100 years of sailing races! 6-8 July www.hangoregattan. Sea Horse Week, Finlands largest show jumping competition,

25-29 July www.hunr.org/seahorse-week ITF Scandinavian EB Championships, 1-5 August www.hankotennis.net Hanko Days and the Night of Bonres, 24-26 August www.hanko.

EAT & ENJOyRestaurants

Living almost like on an island, sur-rounded by the sea, plays a major roleon the tempting menus. Every seasonhas its special delicacies. In hardly anyother small town is there such a ver-satile selection of restaurants as in

Hanko!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

Accommodation

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

information!

Bubbling underDiving and windsurng events from Aprilto October and ice surng in winter!For all the events, please visitwww.hanko./tourism

HANKO

Small townromance, seaside charm

and culture,just a while

fromHelsinki.

CONTACT INFORMATIONHanko Tourist OfceRaatihuoneentori 5FIN-10900 HankoTel. +358 (0)19 2203 [email protected]./tourismwww.lovepeaceharmony.



RAASEpORI

Welcome tothe SouthCoast ofFinland!

SEETammisaari is a cosy coastal town witha picturesque Old Town that oozes anoriginal atmosphere. The Old Town offersinsight into the history of Finnish towns,as well as examples of building practicesin past centuries. Architecture buffs willalso want to see two buildings by Alvar

Aalto, both from the 1960s: a bank build-ing and cosy Villa Skeppet, designed forhis friend, the writer, photographer andsailor Gran Schildt. The Tammisaari ar-chipelago is the land of the thousands ofislands and islets. A considerable part ofthe archipelago is included in TammisaariArchipelago National Park, profession-ally presented by the information centreNaturum in Stallrsparken.

The historical and carefully preservedironworks in Fiskars, Svart and Billns areinteresting sights to see. The Fiskars iron-works is even internationally recognisedas a hub of design and arts. All through

the year exhibitions are mounted in theCopper Smithy by the artisans, designersand artists of Fiskars Co-operative. High-quality art and craft works are shownside-by-side. The Svart Manor is oneof the most remarkable manor houses inFinland, and Billns has developed intothe home of versatile cultural events. Theruins of the medieval Raseborg Castle area grand sight that distinguishes the en-tire region. The Castle ruin is situated ona rock by the Raseborg river in the villageof Snappertuna.

EXpERIENCEFiskars Village

Centre for excellent contemporary artand design. High quality conference, ho-tel and restaurant services, various shopsand workshops.Fiskars-Info, 10470 FiskarsTel. +358 (0)19 277 7504

www.skarsvillage.Svart Manor

Svart Manor is one of the most valuablehistoric manors in Finland. Museum, res-taurant, hotel and conference facilities,open-air theatre, exhibitions and events.Hllsnsintie 89, 10360 MustioTel. +358 (0)19 362 31www.mustionlinna.

Billns Village

The former ironwork is today a center ofannual 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 Centre

Exhibition with pictures and facts abouthistory of Tammisaari and the region.Tel. +358 (0)19 289 2512Kustaa Vaasan katu 11, 10600 Tammisaariwww.raasepori.

Tammisaari Archipelago

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

EAT&ENJOyWhatever 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 region,and the excellent soil quality and (rela-tively!) mild climate have enabled manykinds of agriculture to ourish here.

A number of organic and biodynamicfarmers can be found in the regionand they are worth a visit if you are in-terested in buying the highest qualityproduce at reasonable prices from thefarm shop: products on offer includevarious meats, grains and vegetablesaccording to season and availability.

You do not need to be an Organic pil-grim on a mission, however, to enjoygreat food when you visit our town:you can nd wonderful local produce

at some of the supermarkets and in

the Wednesday and Saturday open-airmarkets, or you can simply stroll to oneof our local restaurants and see whatlocal items are on the menu. Most ofthe good restaurants in town featureexcellent local seasonal fare.

Fall in love with the archipelago

Raseborgs archipelago with its 1,300islands can be explored in many ways.The Ekens National Park stretchesfrom Jussar in the south east, all theway to lg in the inner archipelago.

CONTACT INFORMATIONRaasepori Tourist Ofce

Raatihuoneentori10600 TammisaariTel. +358 (0)19 289 2010tourist.ofce@raasepori.

www.visitraasepori.comwww.lovepeaceharmony.

TOP EVENTS IN 2012 Tammisaari Museum Centre: Helene Schjerfbeck 150 years exhibition Fiskars Design Village, a part of the Helsinki World Design Capital exhibitions,

www.skarsvillage.

Billns Summer, events, www.billnas.

Tammisaari Summer Concerts, the Finnish Chamber Orchestra, conductor Jukka-Pekka Saraste, 2-5 August, www.nnchamber.

Tammisaari Autumn Market, Sept Old-Time Christmas Market, Dec

New town, old tradton

The new town of Raaepor

feature magncentarchpelago vew, an dyllc

mall-town atmophere and

unque, well-preerved old

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CONTACT INFORMATIONPorvoo City Tourist Ofce

Tel. +358 (0)40 489 9801www.porvoo./tourism

TOp EVENTS IN 2012 Porvoo Spring Market, 24-25 May Porvoo Fall Market, 4-5 October Porvoo Fest Music Festival, 8-10 June Harvet fetval, 26-27 October Avanti! XXVII Summer Sounds, Porvoo Christmas Market,

27 June-1July 15-16 December Emsalo Music Festival, 17-22 July

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SEEPorvoo CathedralKirkkotori 1, Old PorvooTel. +358 (0)19 661 11Open: 1 May-30 Sep Mon-Fri 10am6pm, Sat 10am2pm, Sun 2pm5pm,1 Oct30 Apr Tue-Sat 10am2pm,Sun 2pm4pm

Home of J.L.RunebergAleksanterinkatu 3, centreTel. +358 (0)40 489 9900www.runeberg.netHome museum of theFinnish national poet.Open:2 May30 Sep Mon-Sun 10am4pm,1 Oct30 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:2 May-31 Aug Mon-Sat 10am4pmSun 11am4pm,1 Sep30 Apr Wed-Sun noon4pm

Noark

Sanismentie 2, IlolaTel. +358 (0)40 195 4401www.noark.Miniature worldOpen: 1 Jun31 Aug 10am6pm,1 Sep30 Dec and2 Jan31 May noon6pm

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

EXpERIENCECruise with m/s J. L. RunebergCruise from Helsinki to Porvoo. Depar-ture from Helsinkis Market Square at10am, arrival in Helsinki at 7:25pm11 May-8 Sep Tue, Wed, Fri and Sat2-30 July also Mon 3 June-26 Aug alsoSunRound 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. Depar-ture from Helsinkis Market Square at10:05am, arrival in Helsinki at 7:10pm.26 Jun-11Aug Tue-SatRoyal LineTel. +358 (0)20 711 8333www.royalline.

River cruiseDeparture from Porvoo Harbourevery hour between 11am4pm.19 Jun-12Aug Tue-Sun9/adult, 5/child (6-14years)Saaristolinja KyTel. +358 (0)400 840 001

www.saaristolinja.com

Guided walking tour in Old PorvooDeparture from Raatihuoneentori(Old Town Hall Square) at 2pm.25 Jun-10 Aug Mon-Fri, 9 Jun, 16 Junand 30 Jun-25 Aug also SatLanguage: English

Art FactoryExhibitions, cinema, cafs, restaurants,concerts and tourist information, seewww.taidetehdas.

EAT & ENJOyRestaurant Wanha LaamanniVuorikatu 17, Old PorvooTel. +358 (0)20 752 8355www.wanhalaamanni.

Restaurant TimbaaliVlikatu 8, Old PorvooTel. +358 (0)19 523 1020www.timbaali.com

Restaurant El AlbaKirkkokatu 4, Old PorvooTel. +358 (0)19 523 0660www.elalba.com

Restaurant 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 Pariisin VilleJokikatu 43, Old PorvooTel. +358 (0)19 580 131

www.pariisinville.

Seurahovi Hotel and RestaurantRauhankatu 27, centreTel. +358 (0)19 547 61www.seurahovi.

Hotel SparrePiispankatu 34, centreTel. +358 (0)19 584 455www.avainhotellit.

For more information seewww.porvoo./tourism andfor groups www.porvootours.



EAT & JOy:Bakery-Caf Vaherkyl-EkAleksanterinkatu 2, centretel. +358 (0)19 531 610www.vaherkyla.fi

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 11, centretel. +358 (0)19 530 112Open in the summer.www.cdfastfood.fi

Caf-Restaurant SaltbodanLaivasilta 4, centretel. +358 (0)19 532 572Open in the summer.www.saltbodan.fi

Tuhannen Tuskan CafMariankatu 2 C, centretel. +358 (0)19 531 323

Restaurant RuukinmyllyRuukintie 15, Strmfors Iron Workstel. +358 (0)19 618 693www.ruukinmylly.fiwww.lomatahdet.fi

SALESPorvoo Tours Loviisa ToursVeckjrventie 3, PorvooTel. +358 (0)19 574 [email protected]

SEELaivasilta Marina Areafeatures a row of old salt sheds that to-day house the Maritime Museum, res-taurant-cafs and exhibitions. The Mari-time Museum presents the long historyof seafaring in Loviisa. The museum isopen May-August. Laivasilta is the homeharbour of the sailing-ship sterstjernanand the departure point for cruises toSvartholma Sea Fortress.

Svartholma Sea Fortress (1748)is situated on an island in Loviisanlahtibay some 10 km from the town centre.In the summer, June-August, there are

scheduled cruises to the island, childrensadventures, guided walking tours and anexhibition calledSvartholma the islandof soldiers, prisoners and tourists. On theisland there is also a summer caf.

Strmfors Iron Workslies some 17 km east of the centre ofLoviisa. The Iron Works area hosts crafts-men and other service entrepreneurs es-pecially in the summer. There are guidedtours, forging demonstrations using ahydraulic hammer, a church, a museumand exhibitions. There is also a restau-rant and a summer caf and accommo-dation possibilities on the area.

RnnsIn Rnns, some 30 km west of the centreof Loviisa, there is the Rnns Archipel-ago Museum which presents the historyof the archipelago in the Loviisa region.It is open from June to August daily. Inthe nearby region is also a golf course, arestaurant, a caf and cottages for rent.www.ronnas.net

Malmgrds Manor Castle

lies about 25 km west of the centre ofLoviisa. There is a manor shop sellingorganic products produced at the estateand visits to the Castle and the brewery.www.malmgard.

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 from the18th and 19th centuries. For the specialexhibitions and opening hours of the year2012, visit:www.loviisa.

The Bonga Castle

an atelier-museum of Riitta Nelimarkka.Over 200 works are on display, itemsrange from colourful textiles to oil paint-ings and drawings. The gallery is openfor groups, bookings:

www.bonga.

EXpERIENCECrue aboard m/ J.L. Runebergfrom Helsinki to Loviisa will be offered5 July, 12 July, 19 July, 26 July and 2August. Cruises depart from HelsinkiMarket Square at 10 am.

The Ehrensvrd Path

is a two-kilometre nature path thatpasses the land fortresses Ungern andRosen close to the centre of Loviisa. Thepath presents the history of the fortressbuilding. Along the path visitors can also

discover the exceptional architecturalheritage, vegetation and bird popula-tion in the area. The path is named afterthe Colonel Augustin Ehrensvrd whodesigned the fortications in Loviisa,

Svartholma and Suomenlinna in Helsinki.Eijas Garden

includes English style gardens around agarden shop. Eijas Garden is located inthe village of Ahvenkoski some 14 kmeast of the centre of Loviisa. For moreinformation visit:www.eijasgarden.

TOp 5 EVENTS IN 2012 Rootsinpyhtaa Bluegrass & Rendezvous 2012, 8-10 June The King Comes to Loviisa 18th century weekend, 30 June 1 July Small Ships Race, 21-22 July The Loviisa Sibelius Festival, 16-18 August Loviisa Historical Houses - Traditional Finnish Building and Renovation Days,

25-26 August

CONTACT INFORMATIONLOVIISA TOURIST INFORMATIONKarlskronabulevardi 8FI-07900 Loviisatel. +358 (0)19 555 234info@loviisa.

www.loviisa.

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SEEKotka 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,ows into the sea in Kotka.

Maritime Centre VellamoThe Maritime Centre Vellamo pre-sents the maritime history of Finlandand the history of the Kymenlaaksoregion in an interactive and modernway. The museum building, built in agenuine harbour environment, is anabstract interpretation of a wave andis in itself an attraction.Maritime Centre VellamoTornatorintie 9, 48100 Kotkatel. +358 40 350 0497info@merikeskusvellamo.

www.merikeskusvellamo.

Opening hours: Tue, Thu-Sun 11 am6pm, Wed 11 am 8 pm, Mon closed.

Kotka MaretariumThe unique aquarium house KotkaMaretarium reveals the world ofFinnish fish in its full diversity.Sapokankatu 2, 48100 Kotkatel. +358 40 311 0330info@maretarium., www.maretarium.

Opening hours: Daily 10 am5 pm,Jun 4Aug 31 10 am7 pm(except on 22 Jun 10 am2 pm)

Langinkoski Imperial Fishing LodgeThe unique Langinkoski ImperialFishing Lodge - built for the RussianCzar Alexander III - is situated be-sides the rapids of the Kymijoki river.Keisarinmajantie 118, 48200 Kotkatel. +358 (0)44 528 [email protected] hours: May daily 10-16,Jun 1-Aug 31 daily 10-18,Sep Sat and Sun 10-16

in Kotka, you wll encounter

the beautful archpelago

of Eatern Gulf of Fnland,

foamng rapd of the

Kymjok Rver and unque

park archtecture. Kotka an

nternatonal martme cty

wth coy athmophere - jut

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of Helnk on the hghway to

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KOTKA

Cit the

Sea

EXpERIENCEThe weekly summer programme inJune-August provides plenty of op-portunities to take part in local activi-ties and to admire the citys many at-tractions. Summer programme includee.g. outdoor concerts, sea cruises andguided city tours.See programme www.visitkotka./week

Fishing - both in the summer and win-ter - is available on the river Kymijokiand at sea. The River Kymijoki is thebest salmon river in Southern Finland.www.kymi./en/activities/kalastuspaikat

Kotka has many parks which have wonseveral national awards. Katariina Sea-side Park offers excellent facilities for acity picnic by the sea and Sapokka Wa-ter Garden provides free park concertsevery Wednesday evening in June-August.www.visitkotka./week

There are some 400 islands off Kotka.In the summer, it is easy to visit manyof the islands even if you do not have aboat of your own. There are scheduledboat services to many islands, e.g. Va-rissaari and Kaunissaari, departing from

Sapokka harbour.www.visitkotka./week

TOp EVENTS IN 2012 Kymijoen Lohisoitto Music Festival 6-10 June, www.lohisoitto. Kotka Maritime Festival 26-29 July, www.meripaivat.com

Childrens Maritime Festival 27-29 July, www.lastenmeripaivat.com

Kotka Fish Market at Sapokka 19-20 May and 13-14 Oct, www.merikala.

Events throughout the year www.visitkotka./events

CONTACT INFORMATIONKotka City Tourist OfceKeskuskatu 6, FI-48100 Kotkatel. +358 (0)5 234 4424fax +358 (0)5 234 4407tourism@kotka.

www.visitkotka.

EAT & ENJOyEnjoy good food in cosy atmosphere ofvarious restaurants in Kotka and whynot stay overnight in a five-star holidayresort by the sea.

Restaurant Wanha Fiskari

Traditional and elegant restaurant situ-ated in the heart of maritime Kotka.Ruotsinsalmenkatu 1, 48100 Kotkatel. +358 (0)5 2186 585ravintola@wanhaskari.

www.wanhaskari.

Restaurant Keisarinsatama

Restaurant services in a unique oldbrewery by the sea. House speciality:traditional Ukko-beer.Metsontie 41, 48200 Kotkatel. +358 (0)5 219 [email protected]

Holiday Resort Santalahti

Five-star holiday resort by the sea inMussalo region of Kotka city.Santalahdentie 150, 48310 Kotkatel. +358 (0)5 260 5055info@santalahti.

www.santalahti.

SUMMER RESTAURANTS:Restaurant MeriniemiMeriniementie, Sapokkawww.meriniemi.com

La Majacca/Haukkavuori Lookout TowerKeskuskatu 51www.lamajacca.com

Summer restaurant Fort ElisabethVarissaari Islandwww.metsolanmerimatkat.com



CONTACT INFORMATIONHamina Tourist ServiceRaatihuoneentori 16FI-49400 HAMINATel +358 40 199 1330matkailu@hamina.

www.visithamina.

TOp EVENTS IN 2012 Hamina International Dog Show, 12 -13 May Hamina Bastioni Gun Show, 26 May The Annual Mission Festival, 8 -10 June Hamina Tattoo International Military Music Event, 29 July 5 August Night of Lights, an art event for the whole family, 14 September

HAMINA

Let thehistoric town

of Haminacharm ou!

SEEFortress of Hamina

The fortress of Hamina from 1720s isone of the few circular fortresses in theworld, representing the Mediterraneanideal town shape of the Renaissanceperiod. Its modelled after the town ofPalmanova in Northern Italy. The radialtown plan and the historically signicant

buildings have survived remarkably well.

Town Museum

The building was built in 1760 and hasbeen used, among other things, as thevenue for a meeting between Empress

Catherine II of Russia and her cousinKing Gustavus III of Sweden. The mu-seum presents also other colourful sto-ries of Hamina.Kadettikoulunkatu 2 BTel. +358 40 199 1201Open: summer Tue-Sun 10-16,winter Wed-Sat 1216, Sun 1217

Shopkeepers Museum

The museum with its old shop and theshopkeepers residence presents Finno-Russian merchant traditions from theearly 20th century.Kasarminkatu 6, Tel. +358 04 199 1287Open: summer Tue-Sun 10-16,

winter Wed-Sat 1216, Sun 1217

The sea and the archipelago

Maritime Hamina can be experiencedclose to the city centre. Tervasaari sea-side area features a beach, a museumship, restaurants and a guest harbourwith services. The islands off the coastof Hamina are quiet, peaceful havensstudded with pretty little harbours.A regular boat service operates in Juneand July from Tervasaari to Tammio andUlko-Tammio, which is a part of the East-ern Gulf of Finland National Park.

EXpERIENCEHamina Bastion

The Bastion used to be the centralbastion of the fortress. Its outerwalls enclose a total of 58 vaults andlookouts, which surround an arena ofalmost one hectare in size. During thesummer, the Bastion is covered with thelargest canopy in Europe and audiencesvarious kinds of events, concerts, fairs,theatre, sports etc.www.haminabastioni.

The Rampart Trail

Learn about Haminas history and thefortresss unusual ora on the Rampart

Trail, which winds its way throughthe fortress and the historical centreof Hamina. You can join the RampartTrail at various points in the town andthere is no need to go all the way. Mapsavailable in Tourist Service point.

The Kirkkojrvi Nature Trail

The trail round Lake Kirkkojrvi beginsclose to the town centre and takes ina nature conservation area. Along thetrail are boards telling about the areas

natural features and a bird tower. Trailis suitable for hikers and bikers. Specialfeatures: protected bird water area,wetland unusually rich in species.

EAT & ENJOyHaminan Varuskuntakerho Restaurant

Buffet lunch on weekdays. Meals forgroups, meeting and banquet cater-ing services.Kadettikoulunkatu 3Tel. +358 5 353 9353www.haminanvaruskuntakerho.

Tullimakasiini Restaurant

Lunch daily 11-15, la carte menu.Tervasaari, tel. +358 40 589 7962

Yacht Club Restaurant

The restaurant can be accessed by

a ferry from the shore. Open in thesummer.Tervasaari, Pieni Vuohisaari island

Caf Patisserie Huovila

Delicious products from a local masterbaker.Fredrikinkatu 1, Tel. +358 5 344 0930

Best Western Hotel Hamina

A 32-room hotel in the centre of Ham-ina. Sea view from some of the rooms.Sibeliuskatu 32Tel. +358 5 353 5555www.hotellihamina.

Haminan Seurahuone Hotel

12 rooms and 3 restaurants in dif-ferent styles. One of the oldest ho-tel buildings in Finland. One of themeeting rooms is decorated with ToveJanssons wall paintings.Pikkuympyrkatu 5Tel. +358 10 763 5870www.ympyraravintolat.

An old tar-haped fortre

and a radal town plan can

only be found n Hamna. The

wooden block, churche and

mueum located de by de

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SEEThe Birthplace of Jean Sibelius

is 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 2755www.hameenlinna./historiallinenmuseo

Opening hours: 2 May-30 Jun Tue-Sun10am-4pm, 1 Jul-31 Aug Mon-Sun 10am-4pm, 1 Sep-30 Apr Tue-Sun 12am-4pm

Aulankois a unique park area and holidaycenter offering a variety of servicesand leisure activities. The Aulanko areahouses a spa, restaurants, two golfcourses, exercise facilities, a beautyspa, culture, gorgeous nature pathsand a port of call for inland watercruises, as well as various accommoda-tion alternatives.FI-13210 Hmeenlinnawww.aulanko.

Open every day

Hme Castle

is an extraordinary and popular histor-

ical 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 6, FI-13100 HmeenlinnaTel. +358 (0)3 675 6820www.nba./en/hame_castle

Opening hours:2 Jan-30 Apr and 15 Aug-15 Dec Tue-Fri10am-4pm, Sat-Sun 11am-4pm2 May-31 May Mon-Fri 10am-4pm,Sat-Sun 11am-4pm,1 Jun-14 Aug Mon-Sun 10am-6pm

HMEEN-LINNA

Visit a lace

full of newexeriences

The Artillery Museum of Finlandpresents an interesting collection of oldmilitary equipment and objects, pic-tures and multimedia presentations.Linnankasarmi, FI-13100 Hmeenlinna+358 (0)3 682 4600www.tykistomuseo.

Opening hours:1 Jan-31 Jan Mon-Sat 11am-5pm,1 Feb-31 Dec Mon-Sun 11am-5pm

Hmeenlinna Art Museum

presents a collection of significantFinnish art and the museum also haschanging exhibitions.Viipurintie 2, FI-13200 Hameenlinna

+358 (0)3 621 2669www.hameenlinna./taidemuseo

Opening hours: Tue-Thu 11am-6pm, Fri-Sun11am-5pm

EXpERIENCEThe Finnish Silver Lines inland

water cruises

on the beautiful waters of Lake Vana-javesi offer some of the richest exper i-ences of the summer. Enjoy short day,evening or theme cruises from the ferryharbor located in the center of the city.The ferries have excellent restaurantsonboard.Hmeen Hopealinja+358 (0)10 617 2340www.hame./hopealinja

The popular Verkatehdas Arts and

Congress Center

offers great service and ambience. Thelarge Vanaja Hall hosts events, concertsand other performances throughoutthe year. The Verkatehdas area alsohouses the new City Theatre, Hmeen-linna Art Museum, a movie theatre anda restaurant.Paasikiventie 2, FI-13200 Hmeenlinna+358 (0)3 621 6600www.verkatehdas.

TOp 5 EVENTS IN 2012 Tomaatteja!Tomaatteja! Stand up Festival, 16-19 May, www.tomaattejatomaatteja.com Naivists in Iittala exhibition, 26 May 26 August, www.naivistitiittalassa. WanajaFestival - rock festival, 20-21 July, www.rocknrollcircus. Hippalot Arts Festival for Children 26-29 July, www.hippalot.net Hme Mediaeval Fair - the second biggest medieval fair in Finland, 17-19 August.

www.keskiaikamarkkinat.net

CONTACT INFORMATIONHmeenlinna Tourist InformationKeinusaarentie 6FI-13200 HmeenlinnaTel. +358 (0)3 621 3373tourist.info@hameenlinna.

www.visithameenlinna.

The Iittala Glass Centeris an excellent place to visit and dosome shopping, especially for loversof Finnish design. The boutiques sellfamous Iittala products, handmade ce-ramics, handicrafts, interior decorationproducts, gifts, delicacies and art.Iittalan lasikeskusKnnlnmentie 2, FI-14500 Iittalawww.iittalanlasimaki. (only in Finnish)

Iittala Reindeer Park

is located three kilometers from theIittala Glass Center. Meet reindeer andhear stories of Northern cultures.Kankaistentie 155, FI-14500 Iittala+ 358 (0)400 010 997www.iittalanporopuisto.

Open only by arrangement.

Evo Hiking area

in Lammi, about 44 km from the city cen-tre is one of the largest forest areas inSouthern Finland. You will nd it suitable

for a couple days of hiking and while youare here, you can go shing too. The area

has marked routes and you can spendthe night in the shelters or camping sitesalong the road.FI-16970 Evo+358 (0)20 564 4710www.outdoors./evo

Open every day.

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nland cty n Fnland and

tuated jut an hour from

Helnk by tran or bu. The

regon offer an abundance

of experence utng people

of all age and even the

pcket of traveller. Enjoy

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event and a wde range of

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nature.

Hmeenlinna city and regionbrochure and map available attourist information officefree of charge.



SEEUnique Sibelius Hall

The Sibelius Hall congress and concertcentre is a model example of woodenarchitecture, where the sophisticated col-our palette and highly esteemed acousticsprovide excellent conditions for concerts,meetings, and festive occasions.www.sibeliushall.

Lahti Historical Museum, Lahti Art

Museum Radio and TV Museum, Ski

Museum

History, culture, art, winter sports andtechnology, these are all to be experi-

enced in the Lahti City Museum! Explorethe museums in a fun and informativeway ? there are plenty of activities for allages. Find great and unique gifts in ourfour Museum Shops.Open Tue-Fri 10-17, Sat-Sun 11-17,Mon closed. www.lahdenmuseot.

Kaivola traditional farmstead

Kaivola Traditional Farmstead in an idyllicrural landscape and in the nearby WillaFantti, you can nd over 6000 elephant

gurines and a cafeteria with delicious

pastries.Pitktie 195, Nastolawww.kaivolanperinnetila.

The Lahti Symphony OrchestraUnforgettable musical experiences atweekly concerts at the Sibelius Hall- both classical and light. The 13th Si-belius Festival 6-9th September 2012Sibelius - Patriot and Mystic bringstogether friends of Sibeliusmusic fromacross the globe. Open the door to mu-sical moments!www.sinfonialahti.

EXpERIENCEVilla Roosa old felt boot factory

Villa Roosa is an exhibiting ground for

CONTACT INFORMATIONLahti Travel Ltd.

Rautatienkatu 22, FI-15110 LahtiTel. +358 (0)20 281 750info@lahtitravel.

www.lahtitravel.

TOp 5 EVENTS IN 2012 Lahti Ski Games 2.-4.3. www.lahtiskigames.com Stars of the Stadium 11.2. www.starsofthestadium.

Lahti Organ festival 6.-12.8. www.lahtiorgan.

Kalevan kisat 23.-26.8. www.lahdenahkera.

World Design Capital 2012 all year 2012

LAHTIREgION

Cit of Sorts,

Culture &Wellness!

Throughout World Degn

Captal Helnk 2012 year,

Laht wll offer a wde

electon of degn and

degn phenomena-related

event, whch wll alo gve

local degner a chance to

preent themelve. The

natural beauty of the regon

and t clear lake, together

wth the wde electon

of event, culture and

opportunte for exerce

mean everyone can benet

from well-beng. Make the

mot of the opportunte the

regon ha to offer jut an

hour away from Helnk.

modern arts in Orimattila. In the formerfactory building there is also a cafe and ashop where among other items designerproducts made of felt and recycled ma-terials can be bought. Opening hourscan be found on the homepage.Kkelnraitti 4, Orimattilawww.villaroosa.

Messil 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.

Cronins

The Cronin familys idyllic guesthouse islocated in the picturesque Heinola, littleover an hour drive from Helsinki. Theirrestaurant is famous for its authenticIrish dishes and European cuisine - Ho-tel open all year around, restaurant opendaily in summer (in autumn/winter seeopening times at our website). All 6homely guestrooms are with all moderncomforts, yet very reasonably priced sojust book a room and let Cronin familybe your hosts for a couple of days.Kausantie 4, Heinolawww.croninsguesthouse.com

Cruises on Lake Pijnne

Authentic Finnish Lake Scenery foundonly at a 1 hour drive from Helsinki!From the harbour in Lahti many differ-ent cruises can be taken to the big andbeautiful lake Pijnne. For example thecruise through 2 canals; Lahti-Heinola-Lahti taking place daily from 4.6.-18.8.2012 (not on 21.-24.6.). Take thecruise and see 3 lakes and 2 beautiful ca-nals during one day. Enjoy the deliciousfood in the ships restaurant also.www.paijanne-risteilythilden.

EAT & ENJOySokos Hotel Seurahuone Lahti isa comfortable hotel in the centre ofLahti. There are 150 apartments, con-ference-restaurant Hmesali for biggergroups on request, restaurant Mem-phis, a nightclub Seurahuone Nightand a summer restaurant Pihatto.www.sokoshotels.

Scandic Lahti hotel has a great loca-tion in central Lahti. 138 rooms, 4 spa-cious and pleasant suites with a privatesauna. Enjoy a tasty dinner in the ho-tels a la carte restaurant or visit gym,sauna and pool.

www.scandichotels.com

Vierumki is the most thrilling leisureand activity centre in Finland: fromoorball to salsa, golf to curling, roller-skating to horseback riding. A new day-spa and a restaurant world with choicesgalore give extra verve to your adven-tures in Vierumki.www.vierumaki.

Voitto restaurant, situated at the baseof a ski jump in the sporting centre ofLahti, is open for lunches and for spe-cial requests. Through the glass wallof the restaurant opens a picturesqueview on the ski jumps. The beautiful

ski jumps offer an impressive sight andcreate a unique feeling.Salpausselnkatu 8, Lahtiwww.fazer./voitto

Lehmonkrki. Only at a 1.5 hour driveaway from Helsinki the different sea-sons of Finnish nature can be experi-enced in a premium-destination at thesouth of Lake Pijnne. MagnicentVillas and sauna-worlds, a wide rangeof activity-services, tasty food andpersonalized attendance of a family-owned business can be found there.Lehmonkrjentie, Asikkalawww.lehmonkarki.



SEEIn the World Hertage ste Verlayou will step straight into the end ofthe 19th century. A verdant garden,architectonically valuable buildingsand an old cardboard factory withits original equipments have beenpreserved unbelievably perfectly intheir original state.www.verla.

The Moo Art and Caterng Man-or has a year round art exhibition.The works of Finlands leading con-temporary artists can be seen in theempire style enviroment.

The old mueum and handcraft

quarter n the Kaunnurm quar-ter has been preserved as a memoryof Kouvolas railroad history. Mostof the houses were built in thebeginning of the 20th century asdwellings for engine drivers. Nowthe beautifully renovated housesserve as workshops for artisans andas shops and museums which dis-play the history.

The Model Ralroad Mueum hasrailway-engines that run lying ontheir backs with the true sounds ofwhistling. At the museum visitorscan serve as a locomotive driver ofa miniatyre model and learn aboutthe history of railroad.www.elisanet./pienoisrautatiemuseo

At Laurla Otrch Farm you willhave opportunity to see living os-triches scampering round the bigfenced yard.www.strutsitila.net

CONTACT INFORMATIONKouvola Innovation Ltd.Kouvola Tourist Ofce

Torikatu 10, 45100 Kouvola, FinlandTel. +358 (0)20 615 5295,Tel. +358 (0)20 615 5294tourism@kinno., www.visitkouvola.

TOp EVENTS IN 2012 Repovesi Recreational an Adventure Days 9.-13.3. Kuulas Childrens International Theatre Festival 17.-20.5. Kympin Nainen Event (womans 10 km run) 26.5. Iitti Music Festival 12.-16.6. Kymi Grand Prix International Trotting Race 16.6. Verlas Time Travel Into the Past 4.-5.8.

KOUVOLA

FascinatinKouvola

Peaceful relaxng n the

Repove Natonal Park,

joyrde n the Tykkmk

Amuement Park, htorcal

athmophere n the dyllc

mll vllage and worldhertage

place Verla. sweet tate of

vneyard vne and vt

to ee Arboretum Mutla

enchantng foret garden. Allthat and much more you can

experence durng your holday

n Kouvola and neghbourng

dtrct itt.

EXpERIENCEThe Repove Natonal Park ruggedlandscapes include a broad and versa-tile network of trails. It is also possibleto go canoeing, rock climbing and on aboat tour in Repovesi.

Worth a visit is also the most famousnatural sight in Iitti, Hdenvuor. It is apopular hiking area and a lookout point,and it is the place where the concludingconcert of the Iitti Music Festival is held.

Arboretum Mutla is the foremostforest park in the Northern Europe. The120 hectares area founded in the be-

ginning of the 20th century is situatedright next to the Helsinki highway andis open every day of the year.www.mustila.comTykkmk The most relaxed amuse-ment park in Finland is a versatileamusement centre for the whole family.The park has more than 40 games andrides among which everyone can find afavourite one.www.tykkimaki.fi

For the golfers there are plenty ofpossibilities like a demanding 18-holeKok Golf course to international

standards, situated near the banks ofKymi River. The new Niskaportti coursein itt Golfis also 18-hole course situ-ated in Radansuu, Iitti. At the LamplaGolf green (9 ranges) in Jaala andBogey Kouvola Golf Centre youcan take the first steps in golf with-out membership fees. At the Lampilathere is also 18-hole Prate AdventureMnGolf, which is fun for the wholefamily.www.pirateadventuregolf.

www.koskigolf.

www.lampilagolf.

www.iittigolf.com

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

Guded Cty Tour, e.g. A journey back

nto the pat wth a gude cat n a h-

torcal role.

More nformaton about guded Cty

Tour, outdoor actvte and hkng

trp.www.visitkouvola.

EAT & ENJOyThe eating

southern finland 2012

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