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Explore Nordic Nature, Rich History and Old Town Charm

Are you looking for travel ideas tailored specifically to your needs? Embark on an adventure to the award-winning parks, idyllic islands, and fascinating cultural destinations of the East Coast of Finland. Here are some tips on travel packages that can be customized just for you: 

  • Pyhtää - Packed with action takes you to "Lapland" of Valkmusa National Park, indoor skydiving and whitewater rafting.
  • Experience The Parks of Kotka - dive into the beautiful arrangements of flowers and plants in the famous parks of the park capital of Finland.
  • Historic Hamina and the Salpa Line introduces you with the splendid history of Hamina and it´s wartime landmarks, not to mention the culinary delights.
  • Wooden idyl of the town of the queen takes you to the the fortress area, to the old town, and to the Town Museum of Loviisa.
  • Overnight in Sunila invites you to a sleepover in architect Alvar Aalto's greatest design work.

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    See the Moomin East Coast and the Maritime Center Vellamo 

    Bring your group to explore the world of Tove Jansson and the Moomins on Finland’s East Coast. Visit the Moomin exhibition at Maritime Centre Vellamo, and discover the murals painted by Tove in Kotka and Hamina. Don’t forget Rankki Island — the filming location for The Summer Book, strarring the one and only Glenn Close and based on Tove’s beloved novel. A perfect destination for next summer. By the way, Summer Book premired in the USA on September 19th!

     

      Discover the East Coast of the Moomins
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      Meet Alvar Aalto on the Kymenlaakso Industrial Heritage Route

      Combine history, architecture, and design on the Kymenlaakso Industrial Heritage Route. 

      • Strömfors Ironworks, established in 1695, is as old as Finnish industry itself — yet far more beautiful.
      • Stockfors, near Strömfors, combines art and industrial heritage through exhibitions, events, and museum.
      • Alvar Aalto's most extensive design work, the Sunila residential area and factory in Kotka, takes architecture lovers on a journey into the aesthetics of the 1930s.
      • Located on Kotka's most beautiful street, Karhula Industrial Park is Finland's largest and oldest industrial community, operating continuously for over 130 years.
      • The Kymenlaakso Museum at Merikeskus Vellamo, located in Kotka's historic Harbour, invites you to discover the region's rich industrial heritage.   
      Explore Kymenlaakso Industrial Heritage Route
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      East Coast Praised by International Media

      Not only the tourists, but also the International journalists and bloggers have enjoyed the East Coast of Finland this year. The Guardian wrote about the Summer in Tove Jansson´s Finland while The Express called the East Coast of Finland the most underrated location in Europe. Dutch cycling influencer Jessica De Korte loved riding along the Mighty Kymi River, and travel blogger Edwin Hagenow especially enjoyed his visit to Strömfors Ironworks and Valkmusa National Park. 

       

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          We warmly welcome you and your clients to explore these amazing East Coast attractions, offering an array of experiences for all types of travelers.

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            Sanna Nikki

            Tourism Manager
            +358 40 190 2585

            sanna.nikki@cursor.fi

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            Anna Selänne

            Tourism Development Manager

            +358 40 674 9192

            anna.selanne@cursor.fi

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               For more information, detailed itineraries, and assistance in planning unforgettable tours, please don't hesitate to contact us.

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