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The medieval Häme Castle by the shore of Lake Vanajavesi
The castle was built in the end of the 13th century. Häme Castle and its surroundings castle peninsula are a unique cultural destination. Häme castle is open for visitors all year round.
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Hämeenlinna Top 10 places to visit!
We have listed the top 10 things to do and see in Hämeenlinna. Here is a bucket list in a city with rich history and culture, natural attractions and outdoor activities.
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The Hämeenlinna Art Museum
The Hämeenlinna Art Museum is a diverse museum of visual arts near the centre of Hämeenlinna. The exhibitions feature both older Finnish art and the latest contemporary art styles.
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Jean Sibelius
The birth home of Jean Sibelius now houses a cosy museum that features furniture and smaller items once owned by the families of the composer´s parents.
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Hämeenlinna City Service point
Hämeenlinna City Service Point can help you explore the amazing things to see & do and places to stay. Don´t hesitate to contact us! Tel. +358 3 621 3370, tourist.info@hameenlinna.fi, address: Wetterhoffinkatu 2.
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Iittala -design, arts and culture
The village of Iittala within the Hämeenlinna region is known as the glass manufacturing capital of Finland. It is an excellent centre for Finnish design, handicrafts and arts.
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Aulanko - the beauty of Finnish nature
Aulanko has charmed visitors for more than a hundred years and even inspired Finland’s national composer Jean Sibelius - it is easy to see why. This unique nature reserve area in Hämeenlinna has beautiful Finnish natural scenery, natural forests and many possibilities for outdoor activities.
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Things to do for families
Hämeenlinna offers a wide range of activities that are suitable for families and children of all ages. Here are some tips on where to spend your days in Hämeenlinna with kids.
How to get to Hämeenlinna
Hämeenlinna is only an hour away by car or by train from the largest cities in the Southern Finland as well as the airports in Helsinki, Turku and Tampere.