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Living the dream in the Vaasa region E D I TO R I A L

The Vaasa region is known for its energy technology cluster, and for a good reason. Here you'll find over 10.000 employees who spend their days thinking up energy solutions; that is Âź of the workforce of the entire Finnish energy industry.

Vaasa Region Tourism Ltd Max Jansson, Managing Director +358 40 533 5083 max.jansson@visitvaasa.fi

However, as we all know, every source of energy needs to be recharged once in a while. This is the place where you can recharge your batteries. Whether it is through nature, culture, activities or events, you will find it here. For example, we have the Kvarken archipelago, the only Finnish Natural Heritage Site on UNESCO's World Heritage List, as well as numerous concerts, happenings and activities for the whole family. For more up-to-date information, check out our website and enjoy www.visitvaasa.fi.

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8-47 Activities Vaasa, Korsholm, Isokyrö, Laihia, Malax, Korsnäs, Närpes, Vörå Day trip destinations, attractions, activities

48-53 Entertainment Fair Sport Culture

54-59 Culture Visual arts Museums Theatres

60-73 Service & Shopping Shopping Specialist shops Travel agencies Ferry lines

74-81 Food Restaurants Cafés

82-91 Accommodation Hotels Inns Camping

92-97 Service directory

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JAKOBSTAD PIETARSAARI Kållby Kolppi

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SEINÄJOKI

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Koura Kuorasjärvi

Rengonkylä Pojanluoma

Koskenkorva

Jurva

Hirvijärven tekojärvi

Nurmo

Kivi- ja Levalammen tekojärvi

Pörtom Pirttikylä

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KURIKKA

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Nämpnäs

Peräseinäjoki

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NÄRPES NÄRPIÖ KASKINEN KASKÖ

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Karijoki

Aronkylä

Päntäne

Lappfjärd Lapväärtti

KRISTINESTAD KRISTIINANKAUPUNKI

Kalakoski

KAUHAJOKI

Myrkky

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Nummijärvi Nummijärvi

Dagsmark Vanhakylä

Skaftung

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Ömossa Metsälä

Kalajärvi

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Perälä

Tjöck Tiukka

Tiistenjoki

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Korsnäs

Rangsby

Isokyrö

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Laihia

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Molpe Moikipää

Kortesjärvi

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Kvevlax Koivulahti

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Lauhavuori Isojoki

Karvianjärvi

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PUBLIC TRANSP O R T

TO VAASA

TRAIN: www.vr.fi

BUS:

www.matkahuolto.fi/en

Distances to Vaasa

AEROPLANE:

www.finavia.fi/en/vaasa

FERRY:

www.wasaline.com

Travel time to Vaasa

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Helsinki

420

4h

Helsinki

Sein채joki

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Stockholm

Pori

190

Jyv채skyl채

280

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Lahti

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4,5 h

Oulu

320

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Rovaniemi

540

7,5 h

Tampere

240

2,5 h

Turku

330

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+358 6 325 1145 visit.vaasa@visitvaasa.fi

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Air taxi 20 min.

By ferry about 4 h + bus about 30 min.

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THE PLACES SHOWN ON THE MAP

GENERAL INFORMATION 1 Travel agency

12 Vaasa City Library

2 Market square

13 Ferry port / Wasaline

3 Market Hall

14 Elisa Stadion

4 Rewell Center

15 Kaarlenkenttä sports field

5 Matkakeskus,

16 Swimming Centre, Pesäpallo field 17 Vaasa Arena – ice sports centre

coach and railway station 6 Central Hospital

18 Botniahalli

7 Vaasa City Hospital

19 Academill – Åbo Akademi i Vasa

8 Water scooter rental company

20 University of Vaasa campus

9 Police, Oikeustalo courthouse

21 SUP Station Vaasa & Surf Butik

10 Vaasa City Theatre

22 Zip Park

11 Wasa Teater (swedish speaking)

SIGHTS 23 City Hall, Art Gallery

33 Barracks area

24 Ostrobothnian Museum,

34 Tropiclandia Waterpark

Nature Centre

35 Strömsö & the Kvarken

25 Tikanoja Art Museum

archipelago

26 Car and Engine Museum

36 Kuntsi Museum of Modern

27 Brage Open-Air Museum

Art, Sisäsatama

28 Marine Museum, Palosaari

37 Sundom, Meteoria Söderfjärden

29 Vaasa Church

38 Vaasa Workers' Museum

30 St Nikolas Church

39 Vaasa War Veteran Museum

31 Court of Appeal

50 Black Wall Gallery

32 Ateljé Torni

AC C O M M O DAT I O N 40 Original Sokos Hotel Vaakuna

45 Original Sokos Hotel Royal Vaasa

41 Omenahotel

46 Cumulus Resort Tropiclandia

42 Scandic Vaasa

47 Hotel Tekla

43 Best Western Hotel Vallonia

48 Efö – summer hotel

44 Hotel Astor

49 Top Camping Vaasa

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VAASA REGION TOURISM LTD Rewell Center 65100 Vaasa +358 6 325 1145

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"The Vaasa region offers attractions you won’t find anywhere else"

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Vaasa region Vaasa region is the place to be if you want to breathe in the sea air and immerse yourself in the genuine atmosphere of a seaside town. Take an unforgettable cruise in the Kvarken archipelago and learn about its diverse nature, while hiking on breathtakingly beautiful nature trails. Or you can relax on the beach with your friends and eat ice cream, soaking in the warm sunlight and fresh sea air.

For food and beverage enthusiasts the Vaasa region offers a rich palette of pleasures. Enjoy the region’s special food culture by trying the various delicious and unique local delicacies.

There’s no shortage of activities either, as there are all kinds of events for every taste, from traditional concerts and theatre to various festivals and market fairs.

As well as the beat of the city, you can experience tranquil country living in atmospheric small country villages with their traditional, red wooden houses. Spend a relaxing day in the countryside, while exploring village life, beautiful wildlife and unique historical sights.

The Vaasa region offers numerous attractions worth seeing and experiencing, things that you won’t find anywhere else. Enjoy surprising sights and countless fascinating events.

What will your holiday be like? Read more about the region’s attractions and opportunities and experience Ostrobothnia at its best!

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Unforgettable experiences The Vaasa region offers unforgettable experiences both on land and at sea. Vaasa is a city full of the genuine atmosphere of a seaside town, combined with countless events and great shopping. Explore the magnificent Kvarken archipelago on an unforgettable cruise or a hike along beautiful nature trails. The Vaasa region also has a fascinating history that you can see and admire even today from many different perspectives.

Diverse calendar of events year round The Vaasa region hosts countless events for every taste and for every season. Fill your calendar with a variety of concerts, festivals, traditional events, market fairs, sports events and much, much more. The region’s largest musical events include the Korsholm Music Festival and the Vaasa Choir Festival, which both

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offer dozens of concerts all around the area. The unique special events around the region include the Närpes Tomato Carnival, the Smithery Day at the Kimo Ironworks in Vörå and the 18th Century Fair in Isokyrö. The annual August event in Vaasa, the Night of the Arts, fills the city’s streets with people exploring the rich array of artistic happenings and fun activities all over the city.

Food for every taste The Vaasa region has a diverse range of restaurants and eateries. You can enjoy fine dining in high-quality restaurants, taste local delicacies and have a special meal by the sea, while admiring the stunning scenery.

Seaside restaurants offer delicious meals made with fresh, locally caught fish. The region’s small towns and villages have a range of restaurants that often serve delicacies you can’t find elsewhere. In Vaasa, you can taste local beer at Bock’s Corner Brewery, which makes beer using traditional methods.

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Peaceful village life in the country As well as the beat of the city in the Vaasa region, you can experience tranquil country living surrounded by traditional red wooden houses in atmospheric small country villages. Spend a relaxing day in the countryside, while exploring village life, beautiful wildlife and unique historical sights. Take a relaxing drive along small country roads through villages and along the riverside, while admiring traditional country houses and their pretty gardens. Stop by a seaside hamlet and soak in the atmosphere of a genuine fishing village and its harbours, surrounded by idyllic boathouses. Seaside restaurants serve delicious local meals, including fresh locally caught fish.

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Cosy hotels and atmospheric archipelago cottages The Vaasa region offers numerous alternatives for comfortable accommodation. You can spend the night in a high-quality hotel with all the modern conveniences, enjoy the peace and quiet of a cottage in the archipelago or choose a campsite for camping. In Vaasa, you can stay at a conveniently located hotel in the centre of the city, at the heart of exciting events and great services. If you’re looking for an unforgettable experience, why not choose a hotel with beautiful rooms decorated according to a special theme? In a themed hotel room, you will feel like you’re staying in a fisherman’s cottage, a hut in the forest or an art gallery, for instance. In Vaasa, you can also choose to stay in a fun-filled spa hotel or a luxurious hotel suite with its own sauna. If you want to stay in the archipelago, why not try an old shipyard building that has been refurbished as accommodation? For more information about accommodation in the Vaasa region go to www.visitvaasa.fi.

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The Vaasa region offers fantastic shopping opportunities. Vaasa has a broad range of different kinds of shops and shopping centres, so you can shop conveniently both in the city centre and outside it in Kivihaka, which has excellent public transport services. In the traditional Market Hall by the market square you can buy local food and gifts. Many of the localities in the Vaasa region organise traditional market fairs where you can browse and buy beautiful handmade products. Why not shop and experience the genuine old-time market fair atmosphere at the 18th Century Fair in Isokyrö in August?

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Friends of history will find many incredible attractions here, as there are sights for every taste, from old ruins and meteor craters to traditional museums and churches.

The historical sights, brimming with the dignity brought by time, will make you feel like you’re traveling back in time to another century. You can explore the everyday lives of fishermen in days gone by, while walking along piers flanked by old red-painted wooden boathouses.

The region’s impressive churches have seen a lot of history and tell their own story in every village. The traditional, atmospheric museums of local history are full of stories about the everyday lives of local people.

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Fascinating history all around Ostrobothnia

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CITY OF VAASA Vaasanpuistikko 10 65100 Vaasa +358 6 325 1111

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Vaasa In Va a s a , n ew i n s i g h t s comb i n e wi t h ce nt u rie s of t ra ditio n s . V is itors com e h e re to s e e t he a rc hite c t u re , natu r e a n d c u l t u re , b u t i t ’ s t h e p e op le who ma ke Va a s a u n iqu e an d make you wan t to s tay.

It’s a place where history meets the present, culture meets nature and malls meet the Market Hall. The tree-lined avenues, large parks and unique archipelago create an atmosphere you won’t find anywhere else.

Vaasa smells of the sea, sounds young, looks international and draws strength from vitality. Vaasa is a growing and ever developing centre of the region’s trade, business life and leisure.

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The Energy Capital of the North embraced by the ruggedly beautiful archipelago Vaasa is one of the most important clusters of energy technology in the Nordic countries. The Vaasa region’s share of the country’s energy technology exports is 30%, which is more than 12% of all technology exports from Finland.

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The city is also known for its extensive and diverse cultural offerings. There are even two theatres, a Finnish and a Swedish-speaking one. Galleries Vaasa Region

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and art museums offer inspiring experiences with fine arts. The annual chamber music festival and Choir Festival are known world-wide for their quality. The selection of events also includes new, exciting happenings, such as FestiVilla festival, set in the backdrop of the charming seaside park surrounding Villa Sandviken in the Hietalahti district.

Feasts for foodies The city’s international scene makes for a diverse offering of restaurants and cafés, and high quality and local ingredients are a priority here. In addition to well-known chains, you can eat delicious meals at restaurants such as Bank Food & Wine, Brasserie & Bar Fondis, 1h+keittiö, Kaffehuset August, Gustav Wasa and the new Villa Sand-

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Its strong, dynamic industry, excellent amenities and numerous educational establishments attract people here from outside the country’s borders too. You can see and hear the multiculturalism in the bustle of the city. New trends find their way to Vaasa very quickly, as shown, for example, by the tasty, multinational array of restaurants on offer. Almost 70% of Vaasa residents speak Finnish as their mother tongue, although Vaasa is often viewed as a Swedish-speaking city. Of course, many Vaasa residents speak both Finnish and Swedish fluently.

viken. Summer restaurants Strampen and Faros Restaurant Ship are also well worth a visit.

The café Aroma Bageri & Konditori has been awarded the title of the best bakery in Finland.

Other favourite places for foodies to visit are Sweet Vaasa, Café de Paris, Fazer Café Toripaviljonki, Konsulinna’s Café, Raawka and the atmospheric eateries of the Market Hall. For more information go to visitvaasa.fi.

Splashing and fun in the water There are several beaches for swimming and sunbathing close to the city centre. Even on chilly days, it’s always summer at the spa paradise Tropiclandia, and if you don’t feel like swimming you can go to the HopLop indoor play park on Meijerinkatu for a climb and a good romp. If you’re into sport, you can try stand up paddle boarding off Hietasaari, or climb among the treetops in the Zip Adventure Park.

A diverse shopping City The city centre is full of interesting shops and has two shopping centres on opposite sides of the market square: Rewell Center and HS Center. Interlaced with well-known chain stores you’ll find trendy interior design shops, atmospheric boutiques and the traditional Market Hall. The city’s second retail centre is located in Kivihaka along the Kokkola road.

Kivihaka is home to several hypermarkets, furniture and home electronics stores and offers the favourite places of DIY enthusiasts and motorists. Vaasa’s third shopping centre, GW Galleria, is also in Kivihaka.

Local history in Vähäkyrö The grounds around the Vähäkyrö church, the site of the first church in the parish, Kirkkosaari, and the parsonage are cultural environments of national importance. You will see something more modern in Torkkola, where one of the most energy-efficient wind farms in Finland was built a couple of years ago. If you are interested in local history, we recommend the Tinsmith Museum (Pläkkyrimuseo) by the Köpingintori market place in Tervajoki.

Here you will see local craft traditions come to life in fascinating real-life demonstrations of tin smithery.

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Top 5: Strรถmsรถ, Wasaline, Tropiclandia, Vaasa Choir Festival, Ostrobothnian Museum

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KORSHOLM OFFICE BUILDING Centrumvägen 4 65610 Korsholm +358 6 327 7111

www.korsholm.fi

Korsholm Adm ir e th e be au t i f u l mari n e s cen er y eith er on foot or by b oat !

Korsholm has it all: the sea, archipelago and countryside. The archipelago boasts superb rambling and canoeing routes, and you can go on cruises, too. You can admire the beautiful marine scenery either on foot or by boat! Thanks to its numerous islands, Korsholm has as many as 1,600 kilometres of coastline. Besides the archipelago, you can visit the traditional fishing harbours and charming rural villages.

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A fascinating archipelago and its natural heritage The Korsholm archipelago is your point of departure for exploring the famous UNESCO World Heritage Site, the Kvarken archipelago, which is the only natural heritage site in Finland. The breathtakingly beautiful route runs straight from the centre of Vaasa via the longest bridge in Finland, Replot Bridge, Tourism Brochure

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In Korsholm, you can experience what life was like in a traditional rural village in the 20th century. Stundars, in Solf, is a cultural centre and one of the biggest open-air museums in Finland. There are some 60 buildings on the museum grounds, transferred from the villages of Korsholm and elsewhere in the Vaasa district.

Here you’ll also find authentic, traditional village buildings, such as a country shop, school, peasant’s houses and various craftsmen’s cottages.

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A trip back in time to an old-time village at Stundars

Stundars is open all year round. Each year, the museum has a different theme, focusing on a different year. In 2017, Stundars will be reliving 1917 in honour of the centenary of Finland's independence.

In the summer, Stundars offers a packed programme and the whole village comes to life.

Experience a journey back in time and, every now and then, you’ll also come across local villagers role-playing their lives in the rural villages of the early part of the 20th century. You can also join the villagers in their chores, such as baking, haymaking, laundry washing or, say, traditional games. Stundars also gives you the chance to experience a genuine elementary school lesson, held during the summer season every day at 13:00. The museum grounds are also home to livestock, such as pigs, calves and hens.

At Stundars, art fans can admire the art exhibitions at the Hemmer´s house, where various

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and through magnificent archipelago scenery to the Svedjehamn small-boat harbour and World Heritage Site located at Björköby. When you arrive, you can climb up the Saltkaret observation tower to take in the great sea views and unique moraine formations.

cultural events are also held. For example, Stundars is the venue for the Sunday of the Arts event on 23rd July 2017.

In the summer season, guided tours are held in the museum grounds every day at noon and 15:00, and there is also a shop, cafe and restaurant in the grounds. Stundars’ summer season runs from 26th June to 15th August 2017, when the museum is open every day 11:00-16:00.

circular field, with the villages of Sundom, Solf and Munsmo located on its fringes. The crater is a good vantage point for admiring the beautiful countryside and you can learn more about the history of the area at the Meteoria visitor centre, where there is also an interesting observatory.

The meteor crater is a mecca for birdwatchers, too, since Söderfjärden is a popular resting spot for migratory birds. In the autumn, over 10,000 cranes rest there! Lots of swans and other migratory birds are also encountered in the area. From the Söderfjärden bird tower, you can look out at the birds from a high vantage point and admire the fantastic scenery.

A unique meteor crater The oldest sight in Korsholm is the Söderfjärden meteor crater, which was created about 520 million years ago when a meteorite struck the area. It is one of Finland’s unique geological sights. The crater consists of a broad

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"Korsholm has it all: the sea, archipelago and countryside"

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You are n ow a rriving in a mu nic ip ali t y wh e re Finla nd ’s most popular c h e e s e wa s d eve lope d , t he b e s t g i n i n t he world is prod u ce d , an d t h e m os t ca rs a re sold pe r h e ad of p op u la t ion!

MUNICIPALITY OF ISOKYRÖ Pohjankyröntie 136 61500 Isokyrö +358 6 470 1111

Isokyrö is brimming with historical attractions and stories that you must hear and experience. The municipality is located conveniently halfway between Vaasa and Seinäjoki, in the middle of the beautiful Kyrönjokilaakso landscape.

In the footsteps of history You can step straight into the Middle Ages in Isokyrö’s beautiful shingle-roofed stone church, completed at the beginning of the 16th century and a witness to centuries of history. There, you can almost feel like you have travelled back in time as you admire the

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superb paintings on the stone walls and stroll along the church’s dignified central aisle. The first church on this site was built as long ago as 1304. The church district has been at the centre of many historical events in Finland.

The inhabitants of the larger parish of Pohjankyrö gathered over the centuries at the stone church, both to hear the Gospel and to do business. You can experience the genuine old-time atmosphere at Isokyrö’s 18th-century fair held each year in August next to the stone church. Handicraft workers from all over Finland meet here to sell their traditional ware. This authentic old-time fair takes place this year from 11th to 13th August.

History is also to be found in the surging River Kyrönjoki, which you can cross by taking the Perttilä suspension bridge, built in 1910, the oldest bridge of its kind in use in Finland.

On the opposite bank of the river, you can drop into the old and charming former Oltermanni dairy, now home to the world-renowned Kyrö Distillery Company. Here your party can take a tour of the distillery to discover how Isokyrö rye and herbs are transformed into the finest Finnish export products.

The annual Sirpistä Puimuriin (agricultural machinery) and Napuefest (food fair) events are also held in the grounds of the dairy.

Entertainment and cars If you get the itch to go dancing, you can also have a swing round on the dance floor at Isokyrö. The province’s best known crowd pullers are the legendary Pukkilansaari Island and Kalliojärvi Entertainment Centre. Along with the SF-Caravan Lukkuhaka campsite, there are snug cottages in the camping area on the shores of Lake Kalliojärvi. Kalliojärvi Entertainment Centre also offers restaurant services and summer theatre productions and a minigolf course. The annual Härkäjuhlat and Bluesfestarit are among the events held on the Pukkilansaari dance floor.

The Tervajoki “car city” located within Isokyrö municipality is famous throughout Finland as a centre for the car trade, where thousands of cars from all over the country are sold annually.

In 2017, Isokyrö will also be hosting a number of events to mark the centenary of Finland’s independence. For more information on these, click www.isokyro.fi.

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Laihia

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In L ai h i a, t h e re ’s ple nt y of room to b re at he a nd a c re s of b e au t i f u l s cene r y d omina te d by f i e ld s an d t he ope n sky a s far as t h e eye ca n se e .

Laihia is a beautiful, peaceful municipality that, in addition to its own comprehensive services, has the diverse amenities of Vaasa just around the corner. Located within a 20 minute drive from Vaasa, Laihia offers rich opportunities for outdoor recreation and hiking and fascinating historical sights.

MUNICIPALITY OF LAIHIA Laihiantie 50 (2nd floor) 66400 Laihia +358 6 4750 411

Peaceful nature walks on signposted trails Roaming in the wilderness is invigorating and gives you energy to cope with your hectic routines. Laihia has several hiking routes in the depths of nature, such as the Kurjenkierros Trail and several trails that are marked in the KyrĂśnmaa network of

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hiking trails, which are easy even for an inexperienced hiker to follow. Rajavuoren Erä- ja vaelluskeskus is a centre for nature lovers, which offers a great range of lean-to shelters, hiking routes, service buildings, a sauna and outer room with a cosy fireplace, as well as an observation tower with a magnificent view. One of the many advantages of roaming in nature is the fact that it’s free!

That’s why nature trails are very popular also with the residents of Laihia, who are known for their penny-pinching…

The funniest museum in Finland Every Finn knows Laihia for its reputation as the home of the most frugal people in the country, and there are countless jokes to support this image. The humorous Nuukuurenmuseo, i.e. the museum of stinginess, presents the history behind Laihia’s nationwide penny-pinching fame and explores where this phenomenon originated. Presented with plenty of humour and originality, the museum exhibits, for example, worn-out articles and items made in Laihia as a joke, such as a ladle with a hole in it and a stretched euro coin. In August, Laihia celebrates its Stinginess Week, which incorporates various entertaining events. The Nuukuurenmuseo Museum is situated close to the Laihia Museum.

To learn about the Ostrobothnian way of life in the old days, visit the Laihia Museum, located at its original site around a traditional Ostrobothnian farmyard. The atmospheric museum area consists of 16 buildings, the oldest of which dates back to 1731.

The museum's exhibition comprises more than 5,000 artefacts to help visitors to experience life as it used to be.

In Laihia, you can also explore the old garrison area and the old Captain’s House. In the late 19th century, when Finland was an autonomous part of the Russian empire, Hulmi in Laihia housed the 10th Reserve Company’s garrison. Only the Captain’s House and the Hulmin Puisto Park along Highway 3 remain of this garrison that operated from 1881 to 1900.

If you’re interested in stylish architecture, visit the neoclassical Laihia church that was built in 1805. Laihia also boasts the beautiful, old original Ruto stone bridge built in 1852, which is well worth a visit. And don’t forget the straw bale castle, which has been widely discussed in the national media, as well as the Huittu chapel and dwellings of times past.

"Laihia offers rich opportunities for outdoor recreation and hiking"

Malax

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Malax i s t h e home of shipping , f i s h i n g an d life in t he arc h i p e lag o.

A very popular summer cottage site, the village is extremely lively in the summer and its numerous islands are sure to offer something of interest to every taste. Here you can enjoy the wildlife and the archipelago landscapes, or immerse yourself in an old-time atmosphere in one of the area’s museums and the largest boat museum in Finland.

MUNICIPALITY OF MALAX Malmgatan 5 66100 Malax +358 6 347 7111

A glimpse of life in the archipelago Explore the island landscapes in the diverse Rönnskäret archipelago, which incorporates about a hundred islands and islets.

A popular destination for boat trips, Fäliskäret is the centre of this set of islands and home to Finland’s oldest remaining fixed beacon, built out of wood in 1784.

The beautiful island of Bergö is an excellent destination. This

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welcoming Kvarken island offers plenty of opportunities to explore its nature, either on foot, by bike or swimming. The traditional boathouses and the island’s stunning scenery create a unique atmosphere. The Bergö Local Museum offers insights into life in the archipelago in times past. You can spend the night in the old pilot residence Docket, which has been refurbished as accommodation.

Finland’s largest boat museum Åminne is home to the largest boat museum in Finland, exhibiting more than 90 wooden boats. The Kvarken Boat Museum also includes more than 100 marine engines and about 3,000 other fascinating artefacts. The surroundings of the riverside museum with its traditional boathouses is well worth seeing for its atmosphere alone.

The local museums of Malax also have atmospheric farmyards.

The stories told by old artefacts and buildings make them a fascinating destination. The Brinken and Petalax Local Museums are just two of the area’s resorts that describe life in days gone by.

In Malax, you can visit three different churches. The bell tower of the Malax church was designed by the famous architect C.L. Engel.

The Petalax church is a cruciform wooden church built in 1805. The island of Bergö has its own church too, which was built in 1802 by the villagers themselves.

Delicious food and exciting events by the sea Located on a fabulous site by the sea, Åminne Folkpark offers activities for every taste. In the summer, you can dance in a traditional outdoor dance venue and participate in various shows, celebrations and events. For other entertainment and delicious food, there is also the Åminne summer restaurant, miniature golf, a fabulous beach, terrace and disco. Just a short walk from Åminne Folkpark you will find the Malax Strandservice restaurant, which also sells fuel for boats, and the Kvarken Boat Museum is not far either. Åminne Stugby is a camping site with excellent accommodation: you can stay in cottages of various types and sizes, or camp in your tent or caravan.

The Åminne area is a summer paradise for the whole family, with delicious food, a relaxed atmosphere, plenty of history and gorgeous sea views.

"A very popular summer cottage site, the village is lively in the summer"

Korsnäs

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Th e m os t weste rn mu nic ipa lit y on m ai n lan d Finla nd , Korsnä s i s a g re at p la ce to explore t he li fe of f i s h e rme n a nd e njoy f re s h local f ish in a cosy re s t au ran t by t he se a .

MUNICIPALITY OF KORSNÄS Strandvägen 4323 66200 Korsnäs +358 6 347 9111

Wandering round the harbour, you can sense the genuine fishing community atmosphere. Korsnäs has several fascinating museums where you can acquaint yourself with life in the old days in general and fishermen’s lives in particular. Take a guided fishing tour and try out your fisherman’s luck!

Atmospheric fish harbour info@korsnas.fi www.korsnas.fi

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where you can learn about the life of a fisherman’s family at the turn of the 19th and 20th centuries. The museum consists of the Harrström cottage and boathouses. At the highest point of the Harrström village, on the Kvarnbacken hill, stands one of the largest windmills in Finland, along with a smaller one. Built in the 19th century, they are still in working order and stand on their original sites.

In the farmyard of the Korsnäs Local Museum there are several buildings that radiate the dignity brought by time, such as the peasant house, the blacksmith’s workshop, granary, an impressive windmill and three stables meant for churchgoers. There is also a parsonage in the area, dating back to the 1830s, which today acts as the Parsonage Museum, where you can admire the era’s stylish decor and lovely park.

Beautiful architecture can be seen in the neoclassical Korsnäs church, built in 1831. The church has an unusual and exceptional altar, which is located almost in the middle of the church instead of by the end wall.

Fresh fish at a seaside restaurant You can enjoy a delicious meal and a magnificent view of the sea on the most beautiful spot in Korsnäs, right by the sea and close to the small-boat harbour. Located in the village of Molpe, Restaurant Strand-Mölle is a great place for fresh fish caught by local fishermen. They serve lunches and various mouth-watering à la carte meals. The restaurant also organises various events, such as pub nights with live music. It has excellent meeting and sauna facilities that also serve well as a party venue. At Strand-Mölle, you can also buy a special, memorable fishing package, including a guided fishing trip with all the necessary equipment, a relaxing moment in the seaside sauna and dinner at the restaurant.

Unique island formation Korsnäs is the home of Molpehällorna, a unique and stunning area consisting of four islands, which have coalesced into one as a result of land uplift. The archipelago has diverse wildlife and is a great place to let your mind rest, while admiring the tranquil scenery.

There are various trips available to the archipelago, which offer a fantastic opportunity to enjoy its rugged landscapes and the sea air.

You can also visit the Moikipää Nature Station which used to be a coast guard station.

"The archipelago has diverse wildlife"

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Närpes In t h e c h arm i ng a nd t ra d it iona l O s t rob ot h n i an pa rish of N ä rpe s, you can t ake p a rt in a va rie t y of exc i t i n g eve nt s.

CITY OF NÄRPES Kyrkvägen 2 64200 Närpes +358 6 224 9111

Närpes is famous for its production of tomatoes and other vegetables. You can acquaint yourself with local cuisine by eating, say, at the greenhouse restaurant. You can take a peek into Närpes’s history through several interesting sights, such as the 150 small church stables, where in the old days churchgoers left their horses during services.

Culture and events at the heart of the town

staden@narpes.fi www.narpes.fi

As its name suggests in Swedish, Mittistan is a meeting place in the centre of town. This culture and conference centre at the heart of Närpes offers everyone lots to do. The Frans Henriksonssalen hall is a venue for numerous interesting cultural events, such as theatrical performances and concerts. Art aficionados should head for the art Vaasa Region

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hall, where interesting monthly art exhibitions are held. The Mittistan centre also houses the Red & Green hotel-restaurant, where you can eat well and spend the night conveniently in the very centre of town.

For more information, see www.mittistan.fi.

The Tomato Carnival and greenhouse restaurant The people of Närpes are connoisseurs of quality and good food, and so the town plays host to a variety of food-related events. The absolute highlight and special feature of the summer in Närpes is the unique Tomato Carnival. At this event, held from 7th to 8th July, people gather to meet their friends, to tour the market in the summer weather, to enjoy the atmosphere, and to partake of fine local cuisine.

People stay on at the carnival for longer, too, since there are things to do well into the small hours! Read more about it at www.tomatkarnevalen.fi.

Närpes’s specialities also include the Linds Kök greenhouse restaurant. In this unique eatery, you can dine under citrus trees surrounded by herbs and tomato plantings. Meals are prepared, of course, using lots of local ingredients. For more on the restaurant, check out www.lindskok.fi.

Gems of history and things to see and do Located alongside the mediaeval stone church, the historical church stables, some 150 of which have survived, are among the unique historical treasures of Närpes. The well tended and beautiful churchyard combined with its surroundings and buildings are well worth a visit. Also within walking distance of the church is Öjskogsparken, a place of great natural beauty, replete with museum buildings and a summer theatre and auditorium.

Närpes is also your base for exploring the archipelago by taking a trip to the Gåshällan nature reserve, a former coastguard station.

Gåshällan Island is located in the beautiful outer archipelago, where you can experience the authentic feel of island life in the bosom of nature.

If you are looking for things to see and do, you should head out to Fagerö Folkpark, an amusement centre by the sea, where you can try your hand at SUP surfing, beach volleyball and minigolf. It is a venue for popular dances, and you can dine at the Seaside summer restaurant by the harbour. For more information on the venue, see www.fagero.fi.

"You can take a peek into Närpes’s history through several interesting sights"

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Vörå Vörå i s kn ow n for it s ric h histor y.

Th e t u rn i n g p o int of t he Finnish War of 1 8 0 8 –0 9 wa s t he Ba t t le of O ravai s .

MUNICIPALITY OF VÖRÅ Vöråvägen 18 66600 Vörå +358 6 382 1111

vora@vora.fi www.vora.fi

Here you will find the oldest wooden church in Finland and many interesting museums from different eras. The Mickelsörarna Islands in the outer Kvarken archipelago are a part of the UNESCO World Heritage Site.

Unforgettable cruise in the archipelago In Vörå, you can take a memorable cruise to the Mickelsörarna Islands in the outer Kvarken archipelago, for example, from the Varppi Archipelago Farm. The Mickelsörarna Nature Station on the island of Kummelskär is a popular day trip destination and a great meeting place for boaters. Café Kummelskär serves refreshments and snacks. You can also stay there in a comfortable double room and enjoy a relaxing sauna at the end of the night.

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Outdoor recreation with stunning landscapes Vörå boasts the diverse Norrvalla Folkhälsan training and multi-purpose centre which hosts both large sports and cultural events. Campus Norrvalla has a hotel, restaurant, conference rooms, a sports institute and an upper secondary school focusing on sports. At the popular skiing centre near Norvalla, you can enjoy downhill or cross-country skiing in the winter and play golf or try roller skiing in the summer on the brand new track. In Vörå, you can hike in fabulous, clean landscapes on one of the region’s many hiking trails. Along the Vitmossen trail, you will find a relic from the Bronze Age and the Västerö hiking trail affords a fantastic view over the open sea.

The Equity memorial is a reminder of arms smuggling during the Finnish War of Independence in 1918. The Ryssberget rocks looming in the background were named after the Russian ships that were shipwrecked here after striking the rocks in a storm in the autumn of 1714.

Museums for every taste Kimo Ironworks is the only ironworks museum in the Nordic countries and it is located in an iron storehouse built in 1763. The museum also offers smithery courses in the summer and autumn. Every year, on the first weekend in July, you can participate in the Kimo Smithery Day, which has a varied, entertaining programme on site, including smithery displays, an old-style market, music, tours and food.

In Vörå, you can also learn about the history of photography at the Hägglund Photographic Museum which exhibits the equipment of photographer Erik Hägglund and a large collection of cameras. Hägglund photographed life in Ostrobothnia for 50 years. The museum's photos are organised by themes, such as working and celebrations.

The Klemetsgårdarna Museum presents an idyllic group of wooden houses, with many fascinating sights in their farmyard buildings, such as a motorbike exhibition, textile exhibition and a pipe organ museum. Here you can also take a peek at a typical home from the 1940s. In the summer café, decorated in the functional style of the 1940s, you can enjoy a cup of coffee and delicious cake. The Klemetsgårdarna Museum also rents out cottages for various needs.

The Vänrikki Stool Centre incorporates the historical area of the Battle of Oravais in 1808. The centre describes the Finnish War of 1808–1809 through various artefacts, stories, buildings and the battle field itself. The regiment’s military exercises, and shows with historical uniforms and weapons, bring history to life.

By booking a guided tour, you can also find out why our national composer Jean Sibelius got married to his wife Aino in the former colonel’s residence, the Tottesund Mansion, in 1892.

"Kimo Ironworks is the only ironworks museum in the Nordic countries"

Kvarken Archipelago The wes t co a s t of fe rs t rave lle rs a ri c h vari e t y of ex peri en ces yo u won ’ t f i n d any wh e re e ls e . The roc ky coast w ith th o u s a nd s of i s lan d s an d i s le t s is d ot te d w ith su m m er co ttag e s an d s e as i d e s au n as.

Here everyone is into boating. If you enjoy fishing, the region offers some extra reliable spots for pike and there are many people who consider this the best place in Finland for ice fishing for perch. The wide bays of Replot, for instance, are extremely rocky but make for excellent fishing grounds.

Also, Finland’s longest bridge, from the mainland to Replot, is a popular angling spot for Baltic herring, starting in the spring.

Whether you explore the coast by bike, boat or canoe, or if you’re into hiking, fishing or bird-watching, you are in for a real treat. In the winter, you can try ice fishing, a snowmobile safari, dog sledding, ice-hole swimming or skiing on the sea ice. When the ice cover is thick enough, you can Vaasa Region

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reach some of the islands in your own car, driving along ice roads.

For more information on service providers, guest harbours and rental cottages along the region’s coast, go to www.visitvaasa.fi.

Signs of the Ice Age in the Kvarken World Heritage site The Kvarken archipelago is the only natural UNESCO World Heritage Site in Finland. Together with the High Coast in Sweden, it belongs to a worldwide community of a total of 46 World Heritage Marine Sites.

In the Kvarken archipelago, the land is rising and creating a square kilometre of new land every year. In 2,500 years, the low underwater threshold between Finland and Sweden will form a land passage between them. The final touch to the present landscape was provided by the ice sheet in the last ice age, which covered an extensive area of Northern Europe and pressed the earth’s crust down about a kilometre. During the melting of the ice sheet 10,000 years ago, when the edge of the glacier was where the Kvarken region is today, the Baltic Sea was almost 300 metres deep. At that time, the land was rising fast, as much as several metres a year. Today the uplift is slower at approximately 8.5 mm per year.

Natural sites worth exploring The World Heritage Site has several spots where you get to explore the region’s wildlife, culture and geology. For example in Svedjehamn, in the village of Björköby on Replot, at the heart of the World Heritage Site, you can clearly see the way the land uplift has affected both the landscape and culture.

Along the Bodvattnet Runt Nature Trail you will learn more about the uplift and will be able to observe the most handsome of the Kvarken’s washboard-like moraines, which can be clearly seen as long, lateral ridges rising from the sea. Today, the old Salteriet building houses a summer café and boat museum. Svedjehamn also acts alternately as the starting and finishing point for the annual Post Row. In the Post Row, participants row and sail traditional boats between Svedjehamn in Finland and Holmö in Sweden in honour of the inhabitants of the archipelago who for centuries carried post between the two countries.

In the summer, you can participate in guided cruises to the Mickelsörarna and Valsörarna Islands and the Vaasa archipelago.

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Kvarken A rchi pe l a go Wor l d H eritag e S ite Welcome to a cons tantl y c h a n g i n g envi r o n men t - t h e stone -riche s t arch i p el a g o i n th e wo r l d !

The K va rke n World He r i ta g e Si te i s th e on l y U NESCO Natural Her i ta g e Si te i n F i n l an d .

The natural landscape formed by the last ice age can be enjoyed year-round. The best way to discover the land uplift is to join a guided World Heritage tour or cruise. Local guides are available but feel free to visit sites, nature trails and the visitor centre by yourself according to your own schedule, if you prefer. In the summertime, we recommend a day cruise to the islands of Mickelsörarna or Valsörarna.

You’ll find more information about the Kvarken area and the services available on our website. Welcome!

Kvarken-Info Rewell Center 2nd floor, Vaasa

www.kvarken.fi info@kvarken.fi

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Activities Entertainment Culture

Umeå Umeå´s cultural offerings cover everything from Sámi tradition, opera and its hard core scene to many free museums and charming buildings.

Umeå is a cosy city with a capital pulse and many high-class restaurants – a jewel surrounded by unspoilt nature, dense forest, fish-rich rivers and the rolling sea of the Gulf of Bothnia.

The Kvarken Archipelago In the Kvarken Archipelago you meet low-lying islands, shoals and skerries – a serenity and the gentle hum of the sea. Here you can let the tender sea breeze sweep your troubles and worries away. Embraced by the barren beautiful archipelago you will find the energy capital of the Nordic countries, Vaasa.

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High Coast The High Coast World Natural heritage Site has the geologically fastest land uplift in the world as a result of the last glaciation. High mountains, steep slopes and deep bays are the perfect area for soft adventure and unique experiences. The High Coast may be strongly associated with its beautiful nature, but it is also known for its excellent food.

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The High Coast/Kvarken Archipelago World Natural Heritage Site has been formed by ice sheet, land uplift and the sea. Together they form a geological unity of worldwide interest, witnessing the history of the Earth. The High Coast of Sweden was accepted in UNESCO´s World Heritage List in 2000, and in 2006 the area was expandend with the Kvarken Archipelago of Finland.

Food

Two Coun t r i e s – O n e Wor ld N a tural Heritage

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H2 O R e nt a l We organise safari expeditions and rental boats, water scooters and quad bikes for independent use. Choose your own way to experience the stunning Kvarken archipelago or contact us and we will organise something unique for you.

Guided water scooter safari duration about 4 h. Price €375 incl. a guide, a SeaDoo GTI two-seater water scooter, helmets, life jackets and fuel. Wetsuit €20 per person, lunch €20 per person. Driver must be 18 or over. Minimum group size: 3 persons.

H2O Rental Niemeläntie, 65100 Vaasa

Guided all terrain vehicle road safari duration about 3 h. Price: €275, incl. a guide, a Can-Am two-seater ATV, helmets and fuel. Special warm clothing €25 per person, lunch €20 per person. You will need a Category B driving licence or a licence specifying the ability to drive a vehicle of max. 3,500 kg. Minimum group size: 3 persons. kim@h2orental.fi www.h2orental.fi

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Kim +358 400 867 766 Bookings (groups) Jukka +358 44 368 3006

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VAASA VASA

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Th e Me te or ia at Söd erfj ärd en A visitor centre in a unique, very old impact crater: one of the best preserved out of 190 known craters on Earth. Experience the violent impact, the proximity of the solar system, the paradise of birds and the agricultural area – 10 km south of Vaasa.

Marenintie 292 Sundom, Vaasa Open: Sun 14—20 and Wed 18—20 June-Sept.

Reservations online for all days May-Oct. www.meteoria.fi

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Kvarkenturer

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SÖDERFJÄRDEN

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SOLF SULVA

Exp er ien ce th e UNES CO Wo r l d Herita ge S ite!

• Lighthouse cruises, fishing trips, meals and accommodation • Hiking trail Björköby-Panike

Fredric Sandvik +358 50 355 3924 www.kvarkenturer.fi

Janne's Saloon

Daily departures from the Inner harbour of Vaasa from 24.6.−13.8. During the cruise there will be a 1 h 15 min stop on the Island of Kuusisaari, where it is possible to enjoy a meal in Restaurant Janne´s Saloon.

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+358 50 553 1236 info@jannensaluuna.com Cruise timetables: www.jannensaluuna.com

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• Cruises according to timetable 27.6.–19.8.2017 to Valsörarna Islands • Workplace health promotion, corporate groups, schools

We lcom e to t h e pa ra di se i sl a n d !

Tropicla n dia

Top Cam p i n g Vaasa

The water park & spa Tropiclandia is the whole family’s dream come true. Suitable for all ages from babies to grandparents!

Always a tropical atmosphere, over +30C!

Top Camping Vaasa is a beautiful park-like camping area by the sea, only a short walking distance from Tropiclandia and the city centre.

Tropiclandia packages sold at reception!

Kesäpolku 1, 65170 Vaasa +358 20 796 1300 www.tropiclandia.fi facebook.com/tropiclandia

Niemeläntie 1, 65170 Vaasa +358 20 796 1255 www.tropiclandia.fi/topcamping

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Activities Hietasaari beach 65100 Vaasa, Open every day from 1.5. weather permitting. +358 44 727 9108 www.supstation.fi/vaasa

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The jewel of the west coast – Vaasa – offers fun, unforgettable experiences with SUP boarding and expeditions! The gorgeous Hietasaari landscape offers a stunning background for fun activities. Rent a stand-up paddle board for independent boarding or enjoy the fun on a guided lesson.

Culture

SUP Sta tion Vaasa & Surf Buti k

Experience a fast-paced, challenging day of adventure! Move through obstacles high up in the trees, compete in a Pentathlon or challenge your friends to a game of Archery Tag. Suitable for all ages, including families and groups.

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Niemeläntie 15 Vaskiluoto, Vaasa +358 40 832 2221 info@zipadventurepark.fi www.zipadventurepark.fi

Accommodation

Z ip Adve n tu r e Park

Botniahalli

Botniahalli, ProstÜvägen 2 65610 Korsholm +358 201 201 700 vaasanseudunareenat.fi

Finland's largest multi-purpose hall for sports, exercise, large public events and trade shows. Also, diverse sports services for workplace health events and a firstclass restaurant (by appointment only).

Vaasa Arena

A unique centre for ice sports and events, with four ice rinks under one roof. Also concerts, public events and workplace health events, as well as meeting and restaurant services.

Vaasa Arena, Rinnakkaistie 1, 65350 Vaasa +358 201 201 700 vaasanseuduanareenat.fi

Elisa Stadion

Excellent facilities for sports, public events and concerts, as well as workplace health events and restaurant services.

Elisa Stadion Rantamaantie 6, 65100 Vaasa +358 201 201 700 www.elisastadion.com

The Botniaring motorsports center offers track rentals, races, vehicle testing tracks and a training center, accommodation and exciting activities.

Welcome to experience Botniaring!

Kauhajoentie 688, 66300 Jurva +358 50 345 9073 visitbotniaring@botniaring.fi www.botniaring.fi facebook.com/botniaring

Botniaring

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Activities Entertainment myynti@lipputoimisto.fi +358 600 95020 (0,99€/min +local network rate) www.lipputoimisto.fi

Food

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Lipputoimisto is a popular way to sell and buy tickets. In Vaasa we co-operate with Studio Ticket.

Culture

Lippu toim isto

At the Vaasa Car and Engine Museum, you can admire vehicles from every decade of the 20th century. Come and see the largest collection of vintage and classic cars in the city.

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Open 1.5.—17.9.2017 Every day 10—17, Wednesdays 10—20 (Closed 23—25 June).

Ticket €7 www.vaasanveteraaniautoseura.fi Facebook: Vaasan Auto- ja Moottorimuseo

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All summer: Lapuan Virkiä women’s baseball 16-17 June: Festival of Religious Music at Vanha Paukku Cultural Centre 4 July - 1 Aug: "Summer in the Centre" - events on Tuesday evenings 23 July: "100 Great Traktors" -event 28-29 July: Vanha Paukku Festival at Vanha Paukku Cultural Centre 5 August: "Man" – Dance Party on the baseball-stadium

– one of the main national events of Finland’s centenary year.

2-3 September: Lakia Trade Show, Finnish Championships for long distance orienteering Lapua City Tourist Office

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Powerpark - the best amusement park in Finland, Power Truck Show – the biggest trucking event in the Nordic Countries, Nordic King – a major international harness race for the coldblooded, Härmä Spa and much more.

City of Kauhava Kauppatie 109 62200 Kauhava +358 6 2412 900 visit@kauhava.fi www.visitkauhava.fi

Culture

V isit Ka u h ava

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Welcome to experience Kauhava!

• World Heritage Cruises, Departure Tue-Sat at 10:00, €65/€35 per person from 24 June to 5 Aug. 2017 • Bed and breakfast 1 person €65, 2 persons €90 • Accommodation/cruise package €95/€45 per person • Optional meal for overnight visitors and groups • Sunday lunch 13-15:00, €26/€10 per person

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Västerö 1587 66640 Maxmo +358 44 345 5065 info@varppi.fi www.visitvaasa.fi www.varppi.fi

Accommodation

Va r ppi Ar ch ipe l ago Farm

Visit K okkola Smilin g K o k ko l a be c kon s – all ye ar rou n d !

Smiling Kokkola is full of surprises. It will surprise you with its activities, diverse events and enjoyable experiences, such as the fantastic Venetian Night Festival, trips on M/S Jenny to the lighthouse island of Tankar and the island of KĂśpmanholmen, Kokkola's Old Town Neristan and guided tours. Evening market on summer Wednesdays and numerous other events.

To find out more about us go to www.visitkokkola.fi.

Tehtaankatu 3-5 67100 Kokkola

+358 40 8065 075 tourism@kokkola.fi

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Activities Entertainment Culture Service & shopping

Snowpark Parra is a cosy ski centre with three ski slopes in Teuva. At Parra, we specialise in variety. Moguls, rails and jumps of various skill levels add to the fun and excitement. There is a practice slope, ski school, equipment rental, sledding hill, four barbeque huts, a cafĂŠ-restaurant, etc. For more information, go to www.parra.fi.

At Luonto-Parra, you will find high-quality accommodation in a holiday cottage, or you can camp out on our caravan site. An extensive network of tracks for cross-country skiing, a lit outdoor running track, a swimming pond, frisbee golf course, etc. For more information, go to www.luontoparra.fi.

Snowpark Parra Luovantie 700 64700 Teuva

+358 40 843 4247 www.parra.fi

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+358 40 632 5420 www.luontoparra.fi

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Food

Exp erien ce th e joy of exe rc i s e an d b e au t i f u l natur e a t P a r ra .

Accommodation

Visit Teuva

VAASA REGION TOURISM LTD Rewell Center 65100 Vaasa +358 6 325 1145

visit.vaasa@visitvaasa.fi www.visitvaasa.fi facebook.com/visitvaasa

"Finland’s top performers alongside delicious food and beverages"

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Events The Vaasa region hosts several fascinating and highly popular events that attract audiences from all over the country. One of the largest events in music is the Korsholm Music Festival, with numerous concerts held all over Vaasa and the whole region. The Vaasa Choir Festival, from the 24th to 28th May 2017, presents almost a hundred concerts all around the city and the surrounding area. The selection of events also includes new, exciting happenings, such as FestiVilla, set in the backdrop of the charming seaside park surrounding Villa Sandviken in the Hietalahti district. The festival will feature some of Finland’s top performers alongside delicious food and beverages.

For a list of all the events in the region go to page 52 and choose your favourites!

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Th e Wor ld of M ythol ogy KORSHOLM

Music Festival

The 35th festival, featuring the theme of the World of Mythology, will present music ranging from the Renaissance to the Beatles’ Sgt. Pepper, as well as the whole family’s Dragon Journey.

The Korsholm Music Festival will be opened on 27 July by the Ostrobothnia Chamber Orchestra, led by Sakari Oramo. In the honor of Finland´s 100 years of Independence celebration, the festival will première works from the composers Uljas Pulkkis, Matti Heininen and Johannes Piirto. Festival passes from €145 per person. Bus service to the concerts available.

www.korsholmmusicfestival.fi www.studioticket.fi

Visit Kaskinen

27-28 May: Spring outdoor fair 1-2 July: Old Fishing Harbour Days 12 -16 July: Kaskinen Music Summer 10 years

29-30 July: Town-wide yard sale and Picnicjazz tourism@kaskinen.fi on Sat. at 16:00 19-20 Aug.: International LighthouseWeekend www.visitkaskinen.fi 7-8 Oct: Kaskinen Baltic Herring Market Studio Ticket Live presenterar

Studio Ticket

Tickets on sale now! live.studioticket.fi

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Rewell Center, 2nd floor 65100 Vaasa

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+358 700 96 525 (€1.00/min +local network rate)

Activities Entertainment Ruutikellarintie 6 65100 Vaasa 06 317 0573 +358 50 5575 244 www.wasafootballcup.com info@wasafootballcup.com

International youth football tournament in Vaasa. 270 teams, 6000 players and leaders and over 800 games.

True, genuine, cheerful Arts & Crafts Market Event in 18th Century atmosphere and historical surroundings.

Museotie 4, 61500 Isokyrö kyselyt@1700-lmarkkinat.net Open: Fri 16—21, Sat 10—17, Sun 11—17 www.1700-lmarkkinat.net/fi

Food

Service & shopping

Isoky rö 18th Centur y Market 11.–13.8.2017

Culture

Wa sa F ootba ll cup 7.–9.7.

Be curious, visit our exhibitions!

Pohjanmaan Expo Oy Vaasanpuistikko 15 B 36 65100 Vaasa

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+358 6 318 5100 info@pohjanmaanexpo.fi www.pohjanmaanexpo.fi

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Pohjanmaan Expo Oy

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4.‒5.5. School Music Event 2017, Korsholm 19.‒20.5. Suomenkielisten viestikarnevaalit, Vaasa

AUGUST

22.‒23.4. Ostrobotnia Fair, Korsholm

11.‒13.8. Vaasan Marssi walking event, Vaasa 13.8. Day of the Flowers, Malax

JUNE

24.‒28.5. Vaasa Choir Festival, Vaasa

16.‒20.8. ”The Stinginess Week”, Laihia

7.‒11.6. International Market, Vaasa

19.8. Street Food, Vaasa

10.6. Fishing Day Fish Market, Vaasa

19.8. Napuefest, Kyrö Distillery, Isokyrö

12.6 Flag Day of the Finnish Defence Forces, Vaasa

19.‒20.8. Strong Man League, Vaasa 20.8. Sun City Triathlon, Vaasa

17.6. Båtens Dag/Boat Day, Malax

23.8. Miljazz, Vaasa

16.‒17.6. Festivilla Festival, Vaasa

25.8. Per Gessle Summer Tourné, Vaasa

2.7. Open Gardens, Malax

SEPTEMBER

JULY

23.‒25.6. ETCH Vaasa 2017 – Team Championships, Vaasa

1.7. Post Row, Björköby/Korsholm

10.8. Night of the Arts, Vaasa 11.‒13.8. 18th century Market, Isokyrö

19.‒20.5. Spring Market, Vaasa

30.6.‒2.7. Smithery Day, Kimo, Vörå

29.7.‒2.8. Archipelago Flee Market, Fagerö Närpes

28.8.‒6.9. Football U19, Vaasa 2.9. Vasa Maraton, Vaasa 8.9. Slättens Mat & Mystik –food event, Närpes 8.‒9.9. White Fish and Herring Market, Vaasa

3.‒9.7. Vörådagar, Vörå 7.‒8.7. Tomato Carnival, Närpes

13.‒16.9. Vaasa City Storm –shopping event, Vaasa

7.‒9.7. Wasa Football Cup, Vaasa 7.‒9.7. Flag Days of the Navy, Vaasa

15.‒19.9. Legends World Finals, Botniaring, Kurikka

12.‒19.7. Tar burning week, Närpes

17.9. BotniaLöpet & MTB & Duathlon –sports event, Vörå

15.7. Veterantractor exhibition, Malax 25.‒30.7. European Food Market, Vaasa

22.‒24.9. FM –Night Orientering, Laihia

26.7.‒2.8. Korsholm Music Festival, Vaasa/ Korsholm

23.‒24.9. West Coast Motorshow, Botniahallen, Korsholm

28.‒29.7. Köpinki Market, Vähäkyrö/Vaasa 29.‒30.7. Sirpistä Puimuriin - event, Isokyrö

27.‒28.10. October Filmfest, Vaasa

29.7. Botnia Cykling, Vörå

28.‒29.10. VASARA –Ostrobotnian Buildiin Fair, Vaasa/Korsholm 3.‒4.11. Halloween Blues, Vaasa 22.‒23.11. Know How –fair, Vaasa/Korsholm

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VAASA REGION TOURISM LTD Rewell Center 65100 Vaasa +358 6 325 1145

visit.vaasa@visitvaasa.fi www.visitvaasa.fi facebook.com/visitvaasa

"Come and enjoy unforgettable cultural experiences!"

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Culture The Vaasa region offers cultural experiences for every taste. You can enjoy entertaining, high-quality theatre performances in both Finnish and Swedish-speaking theatres and summer theatres. Satisfy your hunger for music by attending the region's many different musical events, such as the Korsholm Music Festival and the Vaasa Choir Festival. All year round there are concerts in various venues featuring the top artists in Finland.

The Vaasa region is home to several different museums that offer an excellent opportunity to find out about the region’s history, life in the olden days, the surrounding nature and much, much more. Travel back in time in the museums and let the fascinating artefacts and exhibits tell you their stories from days gone by. The region’s art museums and galleries present a wide range of works by various artists and in various styles. Immerse yourself in the world of art and forget your routines and worries; let the experience carry you away.

Come and enjoy unforgettable cultural experiences in the Vaasa region!

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MUSIC BY

BOOK & LYRICS BY

ORIGINALLY DIRECTED BY

ELTON LEE STEPHEN JOHN HALL DALDRY

MUSIKAALI

Vaasa C ity Th e a tre Our d iver s e pr o gra m m e of fe rs m u s i cals , opera, dra m a , co m e d y , con ce rt s for p o pular m u s ic a n d c h i ld re n ' s t h e at re .

Acclaimed worldwide, the British musical BILLY ELLIOT will premiere on the Romeo Stage of Vaasa City Theatre on 16 Sept. 2017. The fabulous music composed by Elton John, the fantastic dance scenes and the humorous, touching story guarantee an unforgettable experience.

Vaasa City Theatre Pitkäkatu 53, 65100 Vaasa

+358 6 325 3961 www.vaasankaupunginteatteri.fi

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OPENING NIGHT SEPTEMBER 9th 2017

Activities

Starring Erik-André Hvidsten Anna-Maria Hallgarn Thomas Lundin and more

Entertainment

INGVAR! – EN MUSIKALISK MÖBELSAGA

Wasa Teater Hietalahdenkatu 7 +358 6 3209 330 Ticket sale is open Tue-Sat 12—14.30 and 15—17 www.wasateater.fi

Service & shopping

Welcome to Wasa Teater, a theatre full of adventure! We offer theatre, as well as a variety of other entertainment in the centre of Vaasa. Our different stages always provide new experiences for people of all ages. Our vast network of local businesses allows us to offer different kinds of hotel, restaurant and conference packages.

Culture

Wa sa Te a te r

Stundars

“villagers” from 1917. Guided tours of the museum village every day at 12:00 and 15:00. A brief school lesson is held in the village school every day at 13:00. In July, you can participate in dramatised tours exploring life in the village in 1917.

Stundarsvägen 5 65450 Solf +358 6 344 2200 www.stundars.fi

Food

Stundars Open Air Museum is open every day from 26 June to 15 Aug. 2017 from 11:00 to 16:00. Other times and guided tours by appointment. During opening hours in the summer, you can walk around the museum and run into

Buy your tickets to cultural events in Ostrobothnia

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www.netticket.fi 0600 399 499 (1€/min)

Accommodation

NetTicket.fi

O r isbe r g Activity Centre Guided tours for groups €17 per person incl. tour and meal (about 2 hours).

Bookings: 040 511 9599 The church (1831), belfry and vicarage drawn by C. L. Engel. 60 km from Vaasa.

Summer café open Sat–Sun and in July every day at 12-18. Sightseeing tours via Orisberg – Coach bookings Tapio Lae Oy +358 400 864 393.

Åbergintie 38-88 61560 Orisberg (Isokyrö) +358 40 511 9599 orisberg@sana.fi www.orisberg.fi

© Magnus Bergström

Va a sa Ch oir F e sti val 24-28 May 2017 Festival Summer Opening! 100 concerts, 2,000 singers. Main artists: Solala (SE), Akademiska Damkören Lyran, Grex Musicus, Heinavanker (EE), Juurakko, Key Ensemble, Må Pyton, Reippaat äidit, Ruamjai, Finnish Baroque Orchestra, Tuuletar.

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Tickets: www.netticket.fi www.vaasachoirfestival.fi

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Activities Entertainment Culture OSTROBOTHNIAN MUSEUM Museokatu 3 65100 Vaasa Open: Tue–Sun 10–17, Mon closed www.pohjanmaanmuseo.fi

TIKANOJA ART MUSEUM Hovioikeudenpuistikko 4 65100 Vaasa Open: Tue–Sun 10–16, Mon closed www.tikanojantaidekoti.fi

KUNTSI MUSEUM OF MODERN ART Sisäsatama 65100 Vaasa Open: Tue–Sun 11–17, Mon closed www.kuntsi.fi

VAASA CITY ART GALLERY Vaasa City Hall Senaatinkatu 1 D 65100 Vaasa Open: Tue–Sun 11–17, Mon closed www.pohjanmaanmuseo.fi

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THE MUSEUM OF OLD VAASA Kauppiaankatu 10 65380 Vaasa Open only from June to August: Tue-Sun 10–16, Mon closed www.pohjanmaanmuseo.fi

We reserve the right to make changes without notice.

Service & shopping

Vaasa C ity M us e um s

Food

BUY ONE TICKET AND GET ACQUAINTED WITH VAASA CITY MUSEUMS IN A DAY!

Accommodation

DAY TICKET TO THE MUSEUMS

VAASA REGION TOURISM LTD Rewell Center 65100 Vaasa +358 6 325 1145

visit.vaasa@visitvaasa.fi www.visitvaasa.fi facebook.com/visitvaasa

"On the edge of the market square, also lies the traditional Market Hall"

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Shopping and services The Vaasa region offers excellent opportunities for shopping: in the centre of Vaasa, for example, you will find all the most popular clothing chain stores, various specialist shops and the diverse Rewell Center shopping complex. In the centre, on the edge of the market square, also lies the traditional Market Hall with its special, cosy atmosphere and many delicious alternatives for lunch, including locally produced food. The Market Hall is also home to shops selling high-quality utility items and gifts. In Kivihaka, a short distance from the centre, you will find several megamarkets specialising in different fields, such as electronics and household appliances, hardware and furniture, as well as several hypermarkets. Kivihaka is also home to the shopping centre GW Galleria.

In Vaasa, all the services you need are conveniently placed in the centre of the city or within easy distances served by excellent transport connections. It is a lively city with lots of things to do and all the services you need, as well as a variety of shops and restaurants.

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R ewell Ce nte r

S H O P & C HI LL # rewe llcente r # shopping va a sa

The Rewell Center is located right in the heart of Vaasa on Ylätori. This shopping centre offers visitors a wide range of services and shopping experiences, from restaurants to beauty and fashion stores, every day of the week. With almost 60 outlets, the Rewell Center is the largest shopping centre in Ostrobothnia.

Ylätori, 65100 Vaasa Mon-Sat 8-21, Sun 10-21

The main square on the first floor is a central place for a variety of different happenings. Nearly a hundred different events are arranged in the shopping centre every year: mini fairs, cultural events, fashion shows and marketing campaigns.

www.rewellcenter.fi www.facebook.com/RewellCenter

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Activities Entertainment Culture Service & shopping Food Vaasa Region

Accommodation

You can easily park your car in Toriparkki, with direct access to the shopping centre. Stay for the night at the Original Sokos Hotel Vaakuna, right in the Rewell Center, and continue your shopping the next day!

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Au k ia In tern a tio n a l a n d S can d i n av i an b ran d s an d excitin g fa s h io n n ews i n t h e h e art of Vaas a!

The Au k ia fa s h io n s tore i n Vaas a i s on e of Finlan d’ s l a r ges t m u lt i b ran d s tore s .

Dressing for work, leisure or a special event? Let us help you find the perfect style that works for you! Aukia is a family-owned company established in 1956. Today we have stores in 5 cities, as well as online. We offer a wide selection of clothing, bags, shoes, accessories and lifestyle products for both women and men.

Rewell Center 1st and 2nd floors, 65100 Vaasa

Tiger of Sweden, Samsøe & Samsøe, Marimekko, Gant, Tommy Hilfiger, Michael Kors, Hugo Boss, Eton, Guess, Vagabond and Calvin Klein Underwear are just a few of our brands. Drop by and discover inspiring fashion!

info@aukia.fi www.aukia.fi

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+358 6 319 2252 Mon-Fri 10-19, Sat 10—17

Activities Entertainment Culture Service & shopping

H S Center

HS Center has a great range of clothing and beauty shops, a cosy coffee house, jewelry stores, a pharmacy, as well as the completely refurbished cinema and con-

Alatori, 65100 Vaasa Mon-Fri 9—20, Sat 9—18, Sun 12—16

gress centre Bio Rex, which has six cinema auditoriums and more than 700 seats.

Finding a parking place is easy. Just drive your car into HS Center's parking facility.

The entrance is on Pitkäkatu. You can also access the shopping centre from Toriparkki. Welcome to HS Center!

www.hscenter.fi facebook.com/kauppakeskushscenter

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Accommodation

Located in the very centre of Vaasa on Alatori, this pleasant and elegant shopping centre offers a comprehensive range of specialty stores and an enjoyable atmosphere.

Food

Fas h io n , wel l - bei n g , food an d m ov ies in the ce n t re of vaas a

LET YOUR ENGINE COOL DOWN. TRYING TOO HARD JUST MAKES YOU SWEATY AND PUTS YOU IN A BAD MOOD. – KEIJO JAATINEN

Rannikko-Pohjanmaan yrittäjät W h at i f th er e wer e n o e n te r p r ise s a t a l l ?

Entrepreneurs create new things and keep Finland's wheels turning. This takes hard work – and enterprise. Entrepreneurs provide employment and pay a large part of the country's taxes. It's only fair that entrepreneurs should have something to show for all their hard work. Entrepreneurs are used to managing on their own.

But everyone needs help, support and networks every now and then. That's why it's a good idea to join the Federation of Finnish Enterprises: yrittajat.fi/liity

Ingves & Svanbäck

We offer group transfers in Vaasa and the nearby region: The largest and most modern bus fleet in Western Finland!

With more than 50 vehicles we have the possibility to transport groups of different sizes.

+358 20 7434 520 info@ingsva.fi www.ingsva.fi

Oravais Trafik

Group travel and charter coaches with 67 years of experience. 15 coaches in different sizes.

Coach company – Group travels Oravais Trafik Ab

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+358 6 318 4000 info@oravaistrafik.fi www.oravaistrafik.fi

Tapio Lae Oy Ritaalanraitti 4 66440 Tervajoki

+358 40 0864 393 info@tapiolaeoy.com www.tapiolaeoy.com

House of craf ts Lof tet

Taito Shop Loftet sells Finnish handicrafts and design. In the Konsulinna's café you can enjoy a nice cup of coffee or lunch in a fabulous environment.

Konsulinna's Café Taito Shop Loftet Raastuvankatu 28, 65100 Vaasa +358 6 318 5300 info@loftet.fi, www.loftet.fi Open Mon—Fri 10—17, Sat 10—15

Service & shopping

Peak Performance General Store

Culture

Our transportation and services are based on quality and luxury. Our modern and classy arsenal of cars guarantees a safe and memorable trip!

Entertainment

Activities

Tapio Lae Oy

+358 6 319 2251 Mon-Fri 10—19, Sat 10—17

Esprit

Rewell Center, 65100 Vaasa Mon-Fri 10–19, Sat 10–17

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+358 6 319 2261 esprit.vaasa@aukia.fi

Accommodation

Food

Rewell Center, 1st floor, 65100 Vaasa peak.vaasa@peakperformance.info www.peakperformance.com

To riparkki W hy sea r c h fo r a parki n g p lace ?

Drive stra igh t to Tori p arkki .

Easy to r ea c h , s m o ot h an d s afe !

ToriParkki in Vaasa is one of the biggest car-park facilities in Finland. It houses 841 parking bays on two underground levels underneath the market square in downtown Vaasa. There are two entrance ramps – one from the south and another from the north. We also have recharge stations for electric cars and carwash available.

Entrances: Kauppapuistikko 15. and Kauppapuistikko 10, 65100 Vaasa

Control 24h +358 20 761 6300

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Mon-Fri 7—21 Sat 7—18, Sun 10—18

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www.toriparkki.fi

Activities Entertainment Culture Service & shopping

Vaasa Market Hall has served the city’s residents for more than a century, acting as both a shopping and meeting place. As shopkeepers, we are proud of our Gothic market building and its special historical atmosphere. Vaasa Market Hall is a protected building and one of the oldest of its kind in Finland.

Great service, traditions and new discoveries in Vaasa Market Hall.

G re at p e rs on al se r vice !

Come to the Market Hall for a delicious lunch, a hot cup of cappuccino and to buy fresh ingredients for dinner – all under one roof! We also offer many kinds of special mouth-watering treats that you won’t find anywhere else. If you’re looking for a gift, take a peek at the captivating and unique selections in our art and gift shops!

Open Mon-Fri 8—18, Sat 9—15

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Vaasanpuistikko 18, 65100 Vaasa www.vaasankauppahalli.fi

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Accommodation

A trade and meeting place for over 100 years

Food

Vaasa Market Ha l l

Wasaline We offer a beautiful and convenient shortcut across the Gulf of Bothnia with daily departures from Vaasa and UmeĂĽ. The route is operated by the passenger ferry M/S Wasa Express and the journey only takes 4.5 hours. Enjoy a delicious meal in any of our restaurants, while we pass the beautiful UNESCO World Heritage Site. Organize a perfect meeting, conference or team day in our refurbished conference facilities. New ideas are born in an inspiring environment.

Welcome to Wasaline!

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Wasaline Vaasa Laivanvarustajankatu 6 65170 Vaasa +358 20 7716 810 info@wasaline.com Wasaline.com Telephone booking Mon-Fri 08-18 (Finnish time)

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Seize the day!

Food

Enjoy a day cruise or a hotel weekend. Bring your friends or the whole family. We offer the best packages for every occasion. Also for groups!

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Wasaline Umeå Blå Vägen 4 91322 Holmsund, Sverige 090 185 214 info@wasaline.com Wasaline.com Telephone booking Mon-Fri 08-18 (Finnish time) 71 2017

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R a dio Va a sa Radio Vaasa plays good mood music from Finland and all over the world. The independent voice of the Vaasa region is also your best source for upcoming events and interesting local stories.

Vaasa region 99,5 MHz Vaasa City 105,8 MHz Suupohja region 97,7 MHz Kokkola and Pietarsaari 100,3 MHz www.radiovaasa.fi

E kosoppi Ekosoppi is a cosy village shop in the middle of the city, just step in! Our selection includes: organic food, ecological detergents, natural cosmetics and hygiene products, ingredients for making your own cosmetics, yoga equipment and accessories, essential oils, wool products, Ruskovilla products, self-care products, etc.

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Vaasanpuistikko 20 65100 Vaasa +358 44 3215 247 Mon—Fri 10—18 Sat 10—16 ekosoppi@gmail.com www.ekosoppi.com

More places to shop www.visitvaasa.fi

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VAASA REGION TOURISM LTD Rewell Center 65100 Vaasa +358 6 325 1145

visit.vaasa@visitvaasa.fi www.visitvaasa.fi facebook.com/visitvaasa

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Food The Vaasa region is home to numerous restaurants and cafés catering to different tastes, and there are plenty of opportunities to taste local delicacies and eat seafood or whatever takes your fancy, while enjoying an outstanding view of the sea. Many of the restaurants and cafés in Vaasa are conveniently located around the market place or close to the city centre. The city’s rich array of restaurants offers something for everyone, whatever your taste. There are restaurants that provide fine dining experiences, small local restaurants, popular chain restaurants and a variety of cafés. This being the hometown of Finland’s largest chain of pizza restaurants, Kotipizza, you are guaranteed to find pizza around almost every corner. In Vaasa, you can find local beers at the Bock's Corner Brewery, where it is possible to taste traditionally brewed beer straight from the barrels, and NP Brewer's beer, which is also sold at local restaurants Seglis and Gustav Wasa.

Find out about the broad selection of restaurants in the Vaasa region and choose your favourite!

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© Veera Kujala

© Veera Kujala

Ky r ö Distille r y Comp any The idea of a rye whiskey distillery was born one night in a sauna. The Distillery found its home in the Isokyrö Osuusmeijeri, where the most famous Finnish cheese Oltermanni was once produced. In the same building you will find a distillery bar and a restaurant. The restaurant is open every saturday from 16:00. In summer Wed, Fri and Sat from 16:00. For more information about opening hours and distillery tours, go to our Facebook page.

Open for groups around the year.

Oltermannintie 6 61500 Isokyrö +358 40 0748 174 kmek@kyrodistillery.com facebook.com/kyronmek Instagram: @kyronmek www.kyrodistillery.com

Gustav Wasa

Fine dining & Gastropub. Good food, wine and Finnish craft beers.

Gustav Wasa +358 50 466 3208

Raastuvankatu 24 65100 Vaasa

info@gustavwasa.com www.gustavwasa.com

Seglis

Lunch and à la carte by the sea and our own brewery in the attic. Open daily during summer.

Restaurant Seglis Niemeläntie 14 65170 Vaasa

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+358 10 320 3779 info@seglis.fi www.seglis.fi

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Faros

Kalaranta, 65100 Vaasa +358 45 151 3007

info@faros.fi www.faros.fi

Food

The sunniest terrace in Vaasa.

Entertainment

Activities Restaurant Bacchus & Svenska Klubben Rantakatu 4, 65100 Vaasa +358 10 4706 200 info@bacchus.fi www.bacchus.fi

Service & shopping

Lunch buffet in a beautiful historic environment. À la carte menu in a romantic cellar restaurant.

Culture

Ba cch u s & Sve nska kl ub b en

Berny's cafe & restaurant — At the gate of the World Heritage Archipelago

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Replotvägen 2 65800 Replot +358 6 352 1200

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info@berny.fi www.berny.fi

Accommodation

Berny’s

Brasserie & Bar Fondis

Hovioikeudenpuistikko 15 +358 20 7345 400 fondis@fondis.fi Mon-Thu 11—23, Fri 11—02, Sat 12—02, www.fondis.fi

A European-style brasserie with an all day bar. A big courtyard terrace during the summer with live music up to five times a week. Also a cabinet and sauna. Lunch weekdays 11-14.

Fontanaclub

The biggest nightclub in Vaasa.

Four different areas and three music lines. A warm terrace during the summer.

Bank Food & Wine The best atmosphere for everyday meals and celebrations in our glorious olden days' bank hall

Hovioikeudenpuistikko 15 +358 20 7345 400, fondis@fondis.fi, Wed—Sat 22—04 www.fontanaclub.com

Pocket Wine & Drinks Sneak in for an aperitif or enjoy after work

Restaurant Hemmer Weddings & Celebrations Meetings & Catering

B a n k F ood & Win e , P o cke t Win e & Dr in ks, R avin tola H e m m e r Bank Food & Wine - Pocket Wine & Drinks Hovioikeudenpuistikko 11, 65100 Vaasa +358 10 3210 955 myynti@bankandpocket.fi www.bankandpocket.fi

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Restaurant Hemmer Stundarsvägen 5, 65450 Solf +35810 3210 959 info@hemmer.fi www.hemmer.fi

Activities Entertainment Rantakatu 6, Sisäsatama, 65100 Vaasa +358 41 451 4512 strampen@strampen.com www.strampen.com

Service & shopping

Restaurant Strampen was built in 1868 and is one of the oldest summer pavilions in Finland.

The restaurant is open from April to December and we serve both buffet lunches and á la carte meals. Come and enjoy good food and refreshing beverages right by the sea on the biggest and sunniest terrace in Vaasa!

Culture

Stra m pe n

Café Arken

+358 6 352 0329 info@cafearken.fi www.cafearken.fi

Food

Cafe & Restaurant Arken Byhamnvägen 194 65800 Replot

A la carte

Scandic Vaasa Rosteninkatu 6

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vaasa@scandichotels.com www.scandichotels.com/vaasa facebook.com/scandicvaasa

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Accommodation

Qvarken

Hotel Tekla

Hotel, restaurant and gym

Palosaarentie 58 65200 Vaasa

www.hoteltekla.net

Pancho Villa

Pancho Villa is a relaxed Mexican restaurant with a cosy atmosphere. Try our delicious burgers, hearty steaks and other Mexican delicacies! Come and have a feast at Pancho Villa!

Vaasanpuistikko 17 +358 50 3000 619 vaasa@panchovilla.fi

Mon-Thu 10.30—15, Fri 10.30— 23, Sat 12—23, Sun 13—19 www.panchovilla.fi

Restaurant Strand-Mölle

• Delicious menus • Popular pizzas • Theme nights

• Conference room • Seashore sauna nearby

Sjövägen 271, 66210 Molpe +358 6 347 6754 www.strand-molle.fi

Cafe & restaurant Salteriet

Cafe &

Restauran

t Björkövägen 1011 +358 45 148 6677 salteriet.info@gmail.com

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Open every day from May to September www.salteriet.fi

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+358 44 774 5933 Mon—Fri 8—17, Sat 9—15

Entertainment

Hovioikeudenpuistikko 11 65100 Vaasa info@aroma.fi

Pizzeria O Sole Mio

Mon—Fri 11—21, Sat—Sun 12—21 pizzeriaosolemio.fi facebook: pizzeriaosolemiovaasa

More restaurants and other eateries www.visitvaasa.fi Vaasa Region

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Food

Service & shopping

Pitkäkatu 34, 65100 Vaasa +358 10 3222 040

Culture

Bakery, Shop & Café.

Activities

Aroma Bageri & Konditori

VAASA REGION TOURISM LTD Rewell Center 65100 Vaasa +358 6 325 1145

visit.vaasa@visitvaasa.fi www.visitvaasa.fi facebook.com/visitvaasa

"In the Vaasa region, you can choose from numerous different accommodation alternatives"

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Accommodation In the Vaasa region, you can choose from numerous different accommodation alternatives and find the one that’s best for you. In Vaasa, you can stay in a number of convenient, extremely comfortable hotels located in excellent spots for what you want to do, close to the services in the centre of the city and surrounded by exciting events.

You can even choose accommodation with a local theme in Vaasa.

There is unique accommodation on offer in rooms decorated according to a special theme, providing an unforgettable experience.

The Archipelago Room feels like living in a genuine traditional fisherman’s cottage and a night in the Forest Room is like sleeping in a hut deep in the forest, but with all the conveniences of a hotel.

Find comfortable accommodation in the Vaasa region and enjoy an excellent sleep so that you can wake up fresh, ready to enjoy all that the region has to offer!

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O riginal S okos Hote l Roya l We of fer a pl ea s a n t s t ay i n t h e h e art of Vaasa w h er e ever y thi n g i s n e ar.

Our hotel has thousands of stories to tell. Many cities have a hotel which is known by everyone. You have found it. For decades, people have slept, eaten, partied within these city blocks. Over time the names might have changed and walls have been given a new colour but one thing remains: service has been and will be our number one priority.

Hovioikeudenpuistikko 18 65100 Vaasa

+358 20 1234 619 royal.vaasa@sokoshotels.fi

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www.sokoshotels.fi

Activities Entertainment Wazaca street food cantina & Bar Hovioikeudenpuistikko 18 65100 Vaasa +358 6 212 8232 sales.vaasa@sokoshotels.fi www.wazaca.fi

Bistro Frans & Nicole

Hovioikeudenpuistikko 18, 65100 Vaasa sales.vaasa@sokoshotels.fi

+358 6 212 8240 www.fransbistrot.fi

Hovioikeudenpuistikko 21, 65100 Vaasa sales.vaasa@sokoshotels.fi

+358 6 212 8220 www.pubomalleys.fi

Food

Service & shopping

Relaxed living and Mexican food at Wazaca, French excellence at Frans & Nicole and Irish joy at Pub O´Malley´s.

Experience all this at Original Sokos Hotel Royal Vaasa!

Culture

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Irish Pub O'malley's

O rig inal S okos Hote l Va a k un a A refresh in g piece of mod e rn archipe l a go s ty l e in t h e h e art of Vaas a.

Our hotel is a home whose doors are always open for you. The newest rooms in the city offer a warm and modern maritime interior which will bring inspiration and energy to your day. Make new friends, relax with the kids, enjoy everyday experiences, as well as celebrations - we're here for you!

Original Sokos Hotel Vaakuna Rewell Center 101 65100 Vaasa

+358 20 780 8800 sales.vaasa@sokoshotels.fi www.sokoshotels.fi

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Activities Villa Sandviken Hietalahdenpuisto +358 20 780 8850 Open every day myynti@villasandviken.fi www.villasandviken.fi

Am a r illo

Food

Amarillo Vaasa +358 20 780 8880 www.raflaamo.fi/amarillo

R osso

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Rosso Vaasa +358 20 780 8831 www.raflaamo.fi/rosso

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Accommodation

VAASA | VASA

Always something going on!

Amarillo was born deep in the heart of Texas. Our chefs have crisscrossed around Texas and sat at the campfire on both sides of the Rio Grande so that we could offer you the best Tex-Mex this side of the ocean.

Service & shopping

Culture

Enjoy a unique restaurant experience in Villa Sandviken, the beautiful villa by the seaside, close to the centre and steeped in history. Delicious seasonal menus, high-quality food made from local ingredients and mouth-watering confectionery - with and easy-going, relaxed twist!

Entertainment

V illa Sa n dviken

Hotel Astor

Hotel Vallonia

Hotel Red & Green

Asemakatu 4, 65100 Vaasa +358 6 326 9111 astor@astorvaasa.fi www.astorvaasa.fi

Centrumvägen 3 65610 Korsholm +358 6 328 8200 info@vallonia.fi www.vallonia.fi

Närpesvägen 16 C 64200 Närpes +358 6 823 8400 sales@hotelredgreen.fi www.hotelredgreen.fi

Härmä Spa

Come and relax in our newly refurbished Härmä Spa!

Härmä Spa Vaasantie 22 62375 Ylihärmä

+358 6 4831 600 myynti@harmankylpyla.fi www.harmankylpyla.fi

Kotimaailma Vaasa Pitkäkatu 37 65100 Vaasa

vaasa@kotimaailma.com www.kotimaailma.com +358 50 377 66 86

Kotimaailma Apartments

Furnished apartments and accommodation in Vaasa – easy and cosy!

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Activities Entertainment Lemmenpolku 3 65170 Vaasa +358 6 283 8555 tropiclandia.sales@restel.fi www.cumulus.fi

Food

Service & shopping

Let us take care of the conference rooms and equipment, meals and ancillary programme, while you focus on the job at hand. For more information and virtual tours go to cumulus.fi.

Culture

Cu m u lu s R e so rt Tropicl andia

A cosy hotel in the centre of Vaasa.

As well as a mouth-watering menu, the hotel offers a sauna in every room plus a jacuzzi for two in most rooms.

Come and enjoy a relaxing stay with friendly service!

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Rosteninkatu 6 65100 Vaasa +358 6 3578100 vaasa@scandichotels.com www.scandichotels.com/vaasa facebook.com/scandicvaasa

Accommodation

Sca n dic Va a sa

N or r va lla Welcome to Norrvalla! Here you can study, participate in various camps and courses, engage in sports and work out, stay in our hotel and enjoy interesting events.

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Vöråvägen 305-307 66600 Vörå +358 6 383 1012 www.folkhalsan.fi/idrott norrvalla.reception@ folkhalsan.fi

Activities

Book your accommodation quickly and easily at

Accommodation

Food

Service & shopping

Culture

Entertainment

www.visitvaasa.fi

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S ERVI C E D I R E C TO RY

BOTNIAHALLI, VAASA ARENA, ELISA STADION Activities +358 20 120 1700 info@vaasanseudunareenat.fi www.vaasanseudunareenat.fi www.elisastadion.com

BOTNIARING Activities Kauhajoentie 688 66300 Jurva +358 50 345 9073 visitbotniaring@botniaring.fi www.botniaring.fi facebook.com/botniaring

H2O RENTAL Activities Niemeläntie, 65100 Vaasa kim@h2orental.fi www.h2orental.fi Kim +358 400 867 766 Bookings (groups) Jukka +358 44 368 3006

JANNEN SALUUNA Cruises & Day trip destinations Kuusisaari, Vaasa +358 50 553 1236 info@jannensaluuna.com Cruise timetables: www.jannensaluuna.com

KVARKENTURER Cruises Fredric Sandvik +358 50 355 3924 www.kvarkenturer.fi

Act ivit ie s

LIPPUTOIMISTO Activities, Ticket office

TROPICLANDIA Activities

myynti@lipputoimisto.fi 0600 95020 (0,99€/min +local network rate) www.lipputoimisto.fi

Kesäpolku 1, 65170 Vaasa +358 20 796 1300 www.tropiclandia.fi

MERENKURKKU-INFO World Heritage Site Rewell Center 2nd floor (Visit Vaasa) 65100 Vaasa +358 50 3466 200 info@merenkurkku.fi www.merenkurkku.fi Mon—Fri 9—16

VARPPI ARCHIPELAGO FARM Cruises & Day trip destinations Västerö 1587, 66640 Maxmo +358 44 345 5065 info@varppi.fi, www.varppi.fi

SUP STATION VAASA & SURF BUTIK Activities Hietasaari beach 65100 Vaasa, Open every day from 1.5. weather permitting +358 44 727 9108 www.supstation.fi/vaasa

SÖDERFJÄRDEN METEORIA Day trip destinations Marenintie 292 Sundom, Vaasa Open: Sun 14—20 and Wed 18—20 June-Sept.

Reservations online for all days May-Oct. www.meteoria.fi

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VAASA CAR AND ENGINE MUSEUM Museums Open 1.5.—17.9.2017 Every day 10—17, Wednesdays 10—20 (Closed 23—25 June).

Ticket €7 www.vaasanveteraaniautoseura.fi Facebook: Vaasan Auto- ja Moottorimuseo

ZIP ADVENTURE PARK Activities Niemeläntie 15 Vaskiluoto, Vaasa +358 40 832 2221 info@zipadventurepark.fi www.zipadventurepark.fi

VAASA CITY MUSEUMS Museums

VAASA CITY THEATRE Theatre

KORSHOLM MUSIC FESTIVAL 26.7.−3.8.2017 Music event

www.kuntsi.fi www.pohjanmaanmuseo.fi www.tikanojantaidekoti.fi

Pitkäkatu 53, 65100 Vaasa +358 6 325 3961 www.vaasan kaupunginteatteri.fi

www.korsholmmusicfestival.fi Tickets: www.studioticket.fi

NETTICKET.FI Entertainment, Ticket office

Museotie 4 61500 Isokyrö kyselyt@1700-lmarkkinat.net Fri 16—21, Sat 10—17, Sun 11—17 www.1700-lmarkkinat.net/fi

VAASA CHOIR FESTIVAL 24.−28.5.2017 Music event

Buy your tickets to cultural events in Ostrobothnia! www.netticket.fi +358 600 399 499 (1€/min)

Tickets: www.netticket.fi www.vaasachoirfestival.fi

ORISBERG ACTIVITY CENTRE Culture resort

WASA FOOTBALLCUP 7.−9.7.2017 Sports event

Åbergintie 38 61560 Orisberg (Isokyrö) +358 40 511 9599 orisberg@sana.fi fb.com/ orisbergintoimintakeskus www.orisberg.fi

Ruutikellarintie 6 65100 Vaasa +358 6 317 0573 +358 50 5575 244 www.wasafootballcup.com info@wasafootballcup.com

POHJANMAAN EXPO OY Entertainment Vaasanpuistikko 15 B 36 65100 Vaasa +358 6 318 5100 info@pohjanmaanexpo.fi www.pohjanmaanexpo.fi

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WASA TEATER Theatre Hietalahdenkatu 7 65100 Vaasa +358 6 320 9330 Ticket sale is open Tue-Sat 12—14.30 and 15—17 www.wasateater.fi

Entertainment

Stundarsvägen 5, 65450 Solf +358 6 344 2200 www.stundars.fi

Culture

Hietalahti, Vaasa info@vasabrage.fi www.vasabrage.fi

Service & shopping

STUNDARS Culture resort

Food

BRAGE OPEN-AIR MUSEUM Museums

Accommodation

18TH CENTURY MARKET 11.–13.8.2017 Fair

Activities

E n te rt a i nm e nt and Cult ure

S ERVI C E D I R E C TO RY

Se r vice s Mon—Sat 8—21, Sun 10—21

AUKIA Multi-brand shop Rewell Center 65100 Vaasa +358 6 319 2252 facebook.com/modaaukia instagram@aukiafi Mon—Fri 10—19, Sat 10—17 info@aukia.fi www.aukia.fi

HOUSE OF CRAFTS LOFTET Crafts & café Raastuvankatu 28 65100 Vaasa +358 6 318 5300 info@loftet.fi Mon—Fri 10—17, Sat 10—15 www.loftet.fi

ESPRIT Clothes shop

ORAVAISTEN LIIKENNE Coach company

Rewell Center 65100 Vaasa +358 6 3192 261 esprit.vaasa@aukia.fi Mon–Fri 10–19, Sat 10–17

+358 6 318 4000 info@oravaistrafik.fi oravaistenliikenne.fi

GRANHOLM'S Factory outlet & summer café

PEAK PERFORMANCE GENERAL STORE Clothes shop

Vesterö 1707 66640 Maxmo www.granholms.fi +358 6 345 5002 Mon—Fri 9—15.30, Summer Saturdays 9.30—13 Sundays closed

Rewell Center, 1st floor, 65100 Vaasa +358 6 319 2251 Mon—Fri 10—19, Sat 10—17 peak.vaasa@ peakperformance.info www.peakperformance.com

HS CENTER Shopping centre

RADIO VAASA Music

Alatori, 65100 Vaasa Mon—Fri 9—20, Sat 9—18, Sun 12—16 www.hscenter.fi facebook.com/ kauppakeskushscenter

Vaasa region 99,5 MHz Vaasa City 105,8 MHz Suupohja region 97,7 MHz Kokkola and Pietarsaari 100,3 MHz www.radiovaasa.fi

INGVES & SVANBÄCK Coach company +358 20 7434 520 info@ingsva.fi www.ingsva.fi

REWELL CENTER Shopping centre Ylätori, 65100 Vaasa www.rewellcenter.fi www.fb.com/RewellCenter

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SCANDIA RENT Car rental Myllärinkatu 13 www.scandiarent.fi Vaasa@scandiarent.fi +358 500 622 522

TAPIO LAE Coach company Ritaalanraitti 4 66440 Tervajoki +358 40 0864 393 info@tapiolaeoy.com www.tapiolaeoy.com

TORIPARKKI Parking Entrances: Kauppapuistikko 15 and Kauppapuistikko 10 65100 Vaasa Mon—Fri 7—21 Sat 7—18, Sun 10—18 www.toriparkki.fi

VAASA MARKET HALL Shopping Vaasanpuistikko 18 65100 Vaasa Mon—Fri 8—18, Sat 9—15 www.vaasankauppahalli.fi

RANNIKKO -POHJANMAAN YRITTÄJÄT Association www.yrittajat.fi

WASALINE Ferry company Laivanvarustajankatu 6 65170 Vaasa +358 20 7716 810 info@wasaline.com Wasaline.com Telephone booking Mon—Fri 08—18 (Finnish time)

VISIT KOKKOLA Tehtaankatu 3-5 67100 Kokkola +358 40 8065 075 tourism@kokkola.fi facebook.com/visitkokkola

BACCHUS & SVENSKA KLUBBEN Restaurant

VISIT TEUVA Snowpark Parra, Luovantie 700 64700 Teuva +358 40 843 4247 www.parra.fi Luonto-Parra, Parrantie 27 64700 Teuva +358 40 632 5420 www.luontoparra.fi

VISIT LAPUA Lapua City Tourist Office Kauppakatu 23, 62100 Lapua +358 6 438 4582 info@lapua.fi www.visitlapua.fi

VISIT KAUHAVA City of Kauhava Kauppatie 109 62200 Kauhava +358 6 2412 900 visit@kauhava.fi www.visitkauhava.fi

Rantakatu 4, 65100 Vaasa +358 10 4706 200 info@bacchus.fi www.bacchus.fi

BANK FOOD & WINE, POCKET WINE & DRINKS, RESTAURANT HEMMER Restaurant Bank & Pocket Hovioikeudenpuistikko 11, 65100 Vaasa +358 10 3210 955 myynti@bankandpocket.fi www.bankandpocket.fi Restaurant Hemmer Stundarsvägen 5, 65450 Solf +358 10 3210 959 info@hemmer.fi www.hemmer.fi

BERNY'S Café & restaurant Replotvägen 2, 65800 Replot +358 6 352 1200 info@berny.fi www.berny.fi

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Hovioikeudenpuistikko 15 65100 Vaasa +358 20 734 5400 www.fondis.fi www.fontanaclub.com www.elgringo.fi

CAFÉ ARKEN Café & restaurant Byhamnvägen 194 65800 Replot +358 6 352 0329 info@cafearken.fi www.cafearken.fi

CAFÉ SALTERIET Café Björkövägen 1011 65870 Björköby +358 45 148 6677 www.salteriet.fi

EKOSOPPI Shop Vaasanpuistikko 20 65100 Vaasa +358 44 3215 247 Mon—Fri 10—18, Sat 10—16 ekosoppi@gmail.com www.ekosoppi.com

FAROS Restaurant Kalaranta, 65100 Vaasa +358 45 151 3007 info@faros.fi www.faros.fi

Entertainment

Hovioikeudenpuistikko 11, 65100 Vaasa info@aroma.fi +358 44 774 5933 Mon—Fri 8—17, Sat 9—15

Culture

tourism@kaskinen.fi www.visitkaskinen.fi

BRASSERIE & BAR FONDIS FONTANACLUB Restaurant, night club & bar

Service & shopping

AROMA BAGERI & KONDITORI Bakery, Shop & Café

Food

VISIT KASKINEN

Activities

Food

Accommodation

N e a r by r e g i o ns

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Food

Accommoda tion

GUSTAV WASA Restaurant

QVARKEN A la carte restaurant

Raastuvankatu 24 65100 Vaasa +358 50 466 3208 info@gustavwasa.com www.gustavwasa.com

Scandic Vaasa Rosteninkatu 6 vaasa@scandichotels.com www.scandichotels.fi/vaasa facebook.com/scandicvaasa

HOTEL TEKLA Hotel, restaurant & gym

RESTAURANT STRAND-MÖLLE Restaurant

CUMULUS RESORT TROPICLANDIA Hotel

Sjövägen 271, 66210 Molpe +358 6 347 6754 www.strand-molle.fi

Lemmenpolku 3, 65170 Vaasa +358 6 283 8555 tropiclandia.sales@restel.fi www.cumulus.fi

www.hoteltekla.net Palosaarentie 58 65200 Vaasa +358 6 327 6411

KYRÖ DISTILLERY COMPANY Rye distillery and restaurant

ROSSO VAASA Restaurant Vaasanpuistikko 18 C 65100 Vaasa +358 20 780 8831 rosso.vaasa@sok.fi www.raflaamo.fi/rosso

Oltermannintie 6 61500 Isokyrö +358 40 0748 174 kmek@kyrodistillery.com facebook.com/kyronmek Instagram @kyronmek www.kyrodistillery.com

SEGLIS Restaurant

PANCHO VILLA Restaurant

Niemeläntie 14 65170 Vaasa +358 10 320 3779 info@seglis.fi www.seglis.fi

Vaasanpuistikko 17 65100 Vaasa +358 50 300 0619 Mon-Thu 10.30—15, Fri 10.30—23, Sat 12—23, Sun 13—19 www.panchovilla.fi vaasa@panchovilla.fi

STRAMPEN Restaurant

PIZZERIA O SOLE MIO Restaurant

Rantakatu 6, Sisäsatama, 65100 Vaasa +358 41 451 4512 strampen@strampen.com www.strampen.com

Pitkäkatu 34, 65100 Vaasa +358 10 3222 040 Mon-Fri 11—21, Sat-Sun 12—21 pizzeriaosolemio.fi facebook: pizzeriaosolemiovaasa

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BJÖRKÖ CAMPING & STRANDSTUGOR Campsite & rental cottages Replotvägen 1089, Björköby, bjorkocamping@elisanet.fi www.bjorkocamping.com

HOTEL ASTOR, HOTEL VALLONIA, HOTEL RED & GREEN Hotel Hotel Astor Asemakatu 4, Vaasa +358 6 326 9111 www.astorvaasa.fi Hotel Vallonia Centrumvägen 3, Korsholm +358 6 328 8200 www.vallonia.fi Hotel Red & Green Närpesvägen 16 C, Närpes +358 6 823 8400 www.hotelredgreen.fi

HÄRMÄ SPA Hotel & Spa Vaasantie 22 62375 Ylihärmä +358 6 4831 600 myynti@harmankylpyla.fi www.harmankylpyla.fi

Rudträskvägen 6, 65870 Björköby +358 50 448 6790 Merenkurkunmajatalo @gmail.com www.merenkurkunmajatalo.fi

Rosteninkatu 6 65100 Vaasa +358 6 3578100 vaasa@scandichotels.com www.scandichotels.fi/vaasa facebook.com/scandicvaasa

NORRVALLA

TOP CAMPING Campsite

Vöråvägen 305-307, 66600 Vörå +358 6 383 1012 www.folkhalsan.fi/idrott norrvalla.reception@ folkhalsan.fi

ORIGINAL SOKOS HOTEL ROYAL WAZACA, FRANS & NICOLE, IRISH PUB O'MALLEY'S Hotel, bar & restaurant Hovioikeudenpuistikko 18, 65100 Vaasa +358 20 1234 619 royal.vaasa@sokoshotels.fi www.sokoshotels.fi

Niemeläntie 1, 65170 Vaasa +358 20 796 1255 www.tropiclandia.fi/ topcamping

WAROON TUPA Catering & restaurant Museotie 4, 61500 Isokyrö +358 40 595 8218/Jaana +358 40 194 8770/Johanna info@waroontupa.fi www.waroontupa.fi

ÅMINNE STUGBY Inn Åminnevägen 409, 66100 Malax +358 6 3651 135 info@aminnestugby.fi www.aminnestugby.fi

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Activities Entertainment

SCANDIC VAASA Hotel

Culture

MERENKURKUN MAJATALO Inn

Service & shopping

Rewell Center, 65100 Vaasa +358 20 780 8800 sales.vaasa@sokoshotels.fi www.sokoshotels.fi

Food

Pitkäkatu 37 65100 Vaasa vaasa@kotimaailma.com www.kotimaailma.com +358 50 377 6686

ORIGINAL SOKOS HOTEL VAAKUNA, AMARILLO, VILLA SANDVIKEN Hotel, bar & restaurant

Accommodation

KOTIMAAILMA APARTMENTS Accommodation

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RAILWAY STATION

VisitVaasa Rewell Center, 2nd floor +358 6 325 1145 visit.vaasa@visitvaasa.fi Open Mon–Fri 9–17, Sat 10–14 www.visitvaasa.fi

+358 294 1000

Ratakatu 1, 65100 Vaasa Customer service +358 600 41900 www.vr.fi

THE HOUSE OF THE SEA – INFORMATION CENTRE

MATKAHUOLTO

PHARMACIES

FERRY SERVICES

Vanha Apteekki Vaasanpuistikko 13, Vaasa +358 6 357 5300

Vaasa–Umeå, Wasaline Port terminal, Vaasa +358 20 771 6810 www.wasaline.com

Replot bridge, Replotvägen 2, Replot Information about the Kvarken World Heritage Site and the tourist services available in the archipelago.

Open 9 June – 13 August 2017 June: Mon–Sun 10–17 July: Mon–Fri 10–19, Sat–Sun 10–17 August: Mon–Sun 10–17

Vaasan Keskusapteekki Hovioikeudenpuistikko 20, (1.6.2017 lähtien Hovioikeudenpuistikko 15) 65100 Vaasa +358 6 319 1100

STUDIO TICKET

Hovioikeudenpuistikko 23, 65100 Vaasa Service number +358 200 71 000 www.posti.fi

Tickets to events and for your daily needs Rewell Center, 2nd floor, Vaasa +358 700 965 25 Open: Mon–Fri 9–17, Sat 10–14 www.studioticket.fi

Vaasan Kirkkoapteekki Hovioikeudenpuistikko 9 +358 6 319 6400

POST OFFICE

Bus and coach services Ratakatu 5, 65100 Vaasa +358 200 4000 www.matkahuolto.fi

FLIGHTS Finavia Vaasa Airport Lentokentäntie 200, Vaasa +358 20 708 6130 www.finavia.fi

GUEST HARBOUR Wasa Segelförening Niemeläntie 14, Vaskiluoto, Vaasa +358 6 317 6770 www.wasasegelforening.fi

TAXI Taxi Vaasa +358 6 100 411 www.taksivaasa.fi

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Food

On the market square Open 2017 June–August every day 9–19

Telephone Health Service 15–08, Sat–Sun 24 hours +358 6 213 1001 Hietalahdenkatu 2–4, Vaasa

Accommodation

VAASA SUMMER INFORMATION

VAASA EMERGENCY SERVICES

Culture

SEA RESCUE

Service & shopping

TOURIST SERVICES

Entertainment

Activities

GOOD TO K N OW

VISIT VAASA TOURIST INFORMATION Rewell Center, 2nd floor, Vaasa +358 6 325 1145 Open Mon–Fri 9–17, Sat 10–14 visit.vaasa@visitvaasa.fi www.visitvaasa.fi

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