Travel Reference
In-Depth Information
Tampere & Häme
Why Go?
Modern cities and traditional settlements exist side by side in this historic region, where
you can explore Finland's rural past at ancient wooden churches, its unsettled history at
Hämeenlinna's castle, and its industrial heritage at Tampere's textile factories. Lahti excels
in two major 21st-century Finnish exports: technology and classical music.
A gateway to Finland for many travellers thanks to its budget flight connections,
Tampere is Finland's second city. Its imposing red-brick factories, left derelict in the
hangover of industrial decline, now hold a spicy mixture of restaurants and museums, and
the infectious energy of the people makes this a favourite Suomi stop.
Every town in the region sits on a magical stretch of water. Boats were once the main
form of transport; one of Finland's essential summer experiences is bringing those slower-
paced days back with a day-long lake cruise between towns.
