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2020

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Just like in the old times!

Wooden houses & SISĂ„LTĂ– cobblestone streets The historical lower part of town by the seaside is one of the most uniform 18th century wooden town sections in Finland. Cobblestones, sandy alleys, sheltered courtyards and bright-coloured facades make you smile. Loviisa has the 1970s town architect Elmar Badermann to thank for preserving the lower town plan, town structure and the valuable old buildings as an intact whole.

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The Coastal Loviisa

is the best

small town in Finland!

Loviisa, founded in 1745, has an interesting history. The town features fabulous town architecture, an inviting guest harbour and a unique feeling created by historical buildings, blooming gardens and a compact town centre.

Pictorial countryside, beautiful archipelago, old Strömfors Iron Works milieu and versatile outdoor life opportunities will optimise your visit.

And of course the children will also enjoy themselves in this home town of children’s Jill and Joy (Onneli and Anneli) movies.

All this you can find along the E18 highway, less than an hour’s drive from Helsinki and within easy reach from Porvoo, Kotka and Kouvola.

The Loviisa-dwellers are the friendliest along the south coast of Finland, wishing their guests warmly welcome.

Free parking!

Welcome to Loviisa! visitloviisa.fi LAHTI

79 km • 1 h13 min

KOUVOLA

66 km • 58 min

LOVIISA PORVOO

KOTKA

46 km • 36 min

38 km • 30 min

HELSINKI

89 km • 1 h 10 min 3

SIGHTS

Catch the sights It is wonderful just to wander around in Loviisa, but there are some unique sights you do not want to miss. For example, the beautiful market square and its surroundings, the Kappelinpuisto Park, town museum, old lower town, Suolatori (the ”Salt square”) and the Laivasilta area (with old salt warehouses turned into restaurants and shops). Other points of interest are the Myllyharju and the Kukkukivi tower, a panorama lookout over the sea, the fortresses, the Ehrensvärd hiking route for history and nature lovers, Svartholma Sea Fortress, the medieval Pernaja church and the old Strömfors Iron Works. Allow yourself to be attracted by Loviisa’s most beautiful sights!

Guests, boats & evening sun The Laivasilta area is the pulsing heart of Loviisa in the summer.

Restaurants, the guest harbour, shops, the maritime museum, the Jill and Joy playground, the packet yacht Österstjernan, salt warehouses – there is plenty to see in the area.

Enjoy your summer days in this relaxed atmosphere.

Regards from Laivasilta and the guest harbour!

Great atmosphere and lots of fun pastime for the kids. #whatelsecanyouwishfor #summerfun 4

LAIVASILTA GUEST HARBOUR • Depth in the guest harbour 2.7 m • 60 berths, water, electricity, fuelling, waste collection, septic tank exhaustion • The service building offers sauna and shower, laundromats and driers • The guest harbour is open daily from June 1st to August 31st, and in May and September on request visitloviisa.fi, loviisa.fi, tel. +358 440 555 883

Loviisa church

Windmill

Kukkukivi tower

The imposing neo-gothic church in the centre of Loviisa was finished in 1865. The red-brick church was designed by the architect G.T. Chiewitz and built in 1862–1865 after the previous wooden church was destroyed in a town fire in 1855. Some artefacts could be rescued from the old church and put on display at the present one, e.g. the old altar piece and crucifix, as well as the clock and the brass crown in the sacristy.

The windmill is a beautiful sight on top of the Myllyharju ridge, about 200 metres from the church. At least six windmills stood on the ridge back in the days of yore.

The present restored windmill was brought there in 1926.

From the beautiful Kukkukivi, which represents the romantic nationalism, you can enjoy a panorama view over the Bay of Loviisa. Architect K. Hjelt designed the observation tower in 1906, and it is a testimony of the history of Loviisa as a spa town. The visitors to the spa took walks here to admire the view of the archipelago and breathe in the fresh sea air.

The nicely restored cast iron tower Kukkukivi is located on the ridge in the middle of Loviisa, and it is still a very popular place to stop for a moment of rest.

Cruises on board M/s J. L. Runeberg

Market Square & Town Hall

Eija’s Garden

Visit Loviisa by boat – is there a better way to spend a beautiful summer day than take a cruise from Helsinki to Loviisa along our scenic southern coast, through the spectacular archipelago!

Most of the stately 19th century stone houses surrounding the town market square have their origins in the office of the architect Georg Chiewitz. The market square milieu remains uniquely intact.

The fortress bastions Ungern and Rosen are grand landmarks of Loviisa town centre. Designed by Augustin Ehrensvärd, the construction of the fortresses to safeguard the eastern border of Sweden was started in 1748. According to the original plan, the whole town would have been surrounded by the fortress, but only a part of the construction was finished. The bastions Ungern and Rosen were almost done, as well as their earthfill embankments. The ruined walls of the bastions have been repaired often over time, and both of them are presently used as recreation areas.

Photo: Pepe Kallioinen

Brandensteininkatu 2 agricolanseurakunta.fi

The Bastions, Ungern and Rosen

Reservations: tel. +358 19 524 3331, msjlruneberg.fi

THE LOVIISA MARKET SQUARE IS OPEN Winter, September 1st–April 30th: Tuesdays, Thursdays, Saturdays from 7 a.m. to 1 p.m.

Summer, May 2nd–August 31st: Mondays through Saturdays from 7 a.m. to 2 p.m.

English-style garden experiences, a shop and café near Strömfors Iron Works.

Elimäentie 74, 07960 Ahvenkoski tel. +358 40 505 0824, eijasgarden.fi

Sail on board M.aux Österstjernan The packet yacht Österstjernan has sailed on the Bay of Loviisa since 2006. Public cruises, day cruises and youth cruises are available from Laivasilta. The original Österstjernan was built in 1813–14 in Pietarsaari to transport freight and travellers between Loviisa and Stockholm; the present ship was built according to the original ship documentation and paintings from the 1820s.

Always on advance booking!

Private cruises also.

Tel. +358 44 720 3588, 40 012 0929 osterstjernan.fi

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Big Adven

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Svartholma Sea Fortress

vaults, history, fun & excitement Svartholma Sea Fortress at the entrance to the Bay of Loviisa is a popular excursion destination for the whole family, reachable by both private boats and scheduled boat services.

There are plenty of free berths for boats. Inside the fortress, the island’s colourful history is exhibited. On the island there are two playgrounds and several campfires’ sites. In the summer time you can find a relaxed restaurant in the island, with live music during several weekends.

Svartholma is a sister fortress of Suomenlinna in Helsinki, belonging to the same defence chain of fortresses. The fortification of the island was started in 1748 according to the plans made by Colonel Augustin Ehrensvärd. Most of the work was finished during the 1750s. The Swedish command in Svartholma came to an end in 1808, when Svartholma surrendered almost without resistance to Russia. During the Crimean war in 1855 an English squadron blasted the fortress, and the ruins were left as they were.

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Further information on Svartholma and it’s services is available from Loviisa Tourist Office tel. +358 40 555 3387 visitloviisa.fi visitsvartholm.fi luontoon.fi/svartholma

Strömfors Iron Works Johan Creutz founded the iron works in 1698 and later sold it to Jacob Forsell and Anders Nohrström. In 1790, the 31-year-old Virginia af Forselles became manager of the works, and she continued to manage it for almost 60 years. Most of the present buildings are from this period. The Strömfors Iron Works area is characterized by craftsmanship and its scenic surroundings, perfect for picnicking and hiking. You can visit the forge museum, watch forging at the upper forge, admire art exhibitions at Tallinvintti gallery and enjoy the open air summer theatre at Ruukinmylly.

Cafés, restaurants, swimming – everything is available at the little picturesque forging village. The octagonal wooden Ruotsinpyhtää church was built in 1771.

River cruises on the River Kymi tel. +358 44 3433 100 kartingclub.f

More information of the services in the area: stromforsinruukki.com

Kukuljärvi hiking trail You can start the about 8-kilometre trail from the Iron Works or from the sports field.

Watch forging shows with the refurbished trip hammer at the Upper Forge at 12 noon–2 p.m. on Saturdays in June–August, (excluding June 20th) as well as Wednesdays and Sundays (in July).

Travel the Western Cultural Route along the River Kymi lansi-kymenkulttuuritie.fi

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Garden

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Paradi se

EVENTS

Loviisa is worth experiencing Come and let the Loviisa bug bite you, thus you will have a good excuse to come

5.7. & 2.8.2020

See you in 2021

Photo: Maria Kalmi

back. Loviisa’s charm lies in its beauty and friendliness, relaxed atmosphere and versatile events with a personalized touch.

Open Gardens in Loviisa

The Historical Houses of Loviisa event

Seedling markets, open gardens, rose gardens, produce gardens, town yards, classical shaped gardens, a still pond with wetland plants – the variety of Loviisa’s open gardens is abundant. Come for inspiration and tips!

The Historical Houses of Loviisa – Traditional Finnish Building and Renovation Days during the last weekend of August has been a national summer event favourite since 2005. During the event dedicated to traditional construction and renovation, historical over 100-year-old private homes open their doors for the public.

The Historical Houses of Loviisa is also the largest event in Finland opening up gardens and courtyards for the public eye, not forgetting an integral part of the program, recycling of old furniture and artefacts.

If you have not experienced this event yet, it is worth a visit! The atmosphere in Loviisa peaks, with over 15,000 guests over the weekend.

loviisanpuutarhayhdistys.com

loviisanwanhattalot.fi

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Nature

& activities

Excitement and speed, or silence and quiet? Those who like to exercise will be charmed by the versatile outdoor sports facilities Loviisa has to offer.

Welcome to enjoy fresh air and feel good!

The Myllyharju Walk The Myllyharju Walk, which was already popular among the spa guests in the 19th century, begins at the fountain by the church, passes the Kukkukivi observation tower and ends at the Plagen beach. Signs placed along the route tell about the area of the ridge and its history.

There is a children’s playground and a few percussion instruments along the route.

There is also a park for fitness equipment intended for adult-sized users on the ridge.

Next to the fitness park, there is a recently completed rhododendron valley where hundreds of plants that flower at different times of the year guarantee an experience for any friends of flowers. Through a rough stony terrain, the new wooden stairs that where finished in the autumn combine the historic Lower Town at Schillmarkinkuja with the ridge at Itäinen Harjutie.

Ehrensvärd’s trail The beautiful Ehrensvärd’s trail starting from the Rosen and Ungern fortresses is of historical interest. Along the twokilometre trail you can enjoy nature and study the different stages of the fortress construction.

Starting points at Urheilutie or Ungernintie.

Kukuljärvi trail The 8-kilometre Kukuljärvi hiking trail starts from Strömfors Iron Works and leads you through heights and breathtaking scenery.

The route is partly non-accessible for the physically challenged. Non-slip shoes are recommended due to some rocky inclines.

Puistokuja 1, Ruotsinpyhtää

Kalle’s hike Kalle’s 11.5-kilometre hike through Liljendal forests is a meandering trail with a few demanding climbs. There are some campfire sites and lean-tos along the trail.

You can start from e.g. the crosscountry skiing tracks at Sävträsk.

Kirkkotie, Sävträsk

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Summer Paradise

Agricola trail

A three-kilometre trail at the village of Pernaja features the life of Mikael Agricola, the founder of literary Finnish, in his childhood surroundings. Have a look at the medieval greystone church of Pernaja, too.

Pernajantie 330, Pernaja Print maps to the trails and hikes at loviisa.fi > Kulttuuri ja vapaa-aika > Liikunta ja ulkoilu or fetch them from Loviisa Tourist Office.

Plagen Beach Plagen, the beach right in the town centre, is the sunbathers’ heaven. Cute blue beach huts and the Casino Park tennis courts right across from them create an unparalleled sight.

Kapteenintie, Loviisa

Other beaches

• Taikaranta beach, Taikarannantie (Lake Hopjärvi), Sävträsk • Valko beach, road signs from Saukkolahdentie and Kalevantie • Kiramo beach, Kiramontie, Ruotsinpyhtää village centre • Lake Särkjärvi beach south, Särkjärventie, Tesjoki

Swimming sites • • • • • •

Rönnäs, Museotie, Isnäs Kukuljärvi, Stormossantie, Ruotsinpyhtää Bäston, Björkholmantie, Pernaja village centre Koskenkylä, Staffaksentie, Koskenkylä Riissalmi, Riissalmentie, Niemistö Särkjärvi north, Kesärannantie, Petjärvi

Plagen Harjun portaat

Tennis courts The Casino Park tennis courts are situated right next to Plagen beach. The three clay courts attract plenty of players in the summertime. The tennis club arranges courses and lessons.

Kapteenintie, Loviisa

Sports fields There are several sports sites within easy reach in Loviisa, facilitating track & field, soccer and other ballgames. All facilities can be found at loviisa.fi

Soccer At the central sports field, soccer is played on natural grass, whereas the Finnish school centre (Harjurinteen koulu) is equipped with an artificial grass field. At Seppäläntie, there is a new large artificial grass field. Almost every village has a sand field.

Frisbee golf course at Valko

Skating At the central sports field, soccer is played on natural grass, whereas the Finnish school centre (Harjurinteen koulu) is equipped with an artificial grass field. At Seppäläntie, there is a new large artificial grass field. Almost every village has a sand field.

Frisbee Golf There are three frisbee golf courses of 18 holes each in Loviisa. One of the best and most versatile courses in Finland is on the Valko sand ridge (at the address Hiekkaharjuntie 45, Valko). The newest course is in Liljendal (at the address Kirkkotie) and the most challenging is in Pernaja (at the address Pernajantie 184).

Further information on the courses: frisbeegolfradat.fi

Canoeing Strömfors Outdoor

The Bay of Loviisa and the shielded archipelago, numerous rivers… The opportunities for canoeing are plenty. A beginner can start the hobby safely under the guidance of a canoeing and wilderness guide. Equipment and guides can be rented at Adventure and sports service Valpuri and Natura Mare. facebook.com/valpurillavesille, natura-mare.fi

Bicycling Both mountain and road bikers enjoy the fantastic natural environment and ample route choices at Loviisa. You can ride on traditional country roads or seek your paths through beautiful forests.

Beach Volley court at Plagen Särkjärvi

Casino Park tennis courts Ehrensvärd’s trail

Climbing Numerous steep cliffs and demanding rocks can be found in our forests. Challenge yourself, either with a guide or by yourself, to climb the marked walls or high cliffs.

Mount Huuhkajavuori and the Haukkakallio cliff at Ruotsinpyhtää are routes maintained by the Kotka climbing association. kotkankiipeilyseura.fi

Golf & Fishing

Kukuljärvi

Sea Golf Rönnäs

At the coastal Rönnäs you will find plenty of opportunities for active leisure. Golf fans, both leisurely and pro, enjoy the great 27-hole golf course. You can spend your holiday in high-class cottages and enjoy the archipelago by boat, fishing and picnicking. ronnas.fi, seagolf.fi

Strömfors Outdoor Strömfors Outdoor at Strömfors Iron Works is a leisure centre specialized in outdoor experiences. You can rent equipment there, reserve guides for trekking and enjoy canoeing, biking, hiking, climbing... stromforsoutdoor.com

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SHOPPING

Fun & sustainable shopping In Loviisa town centre you can find interesting specialized shops with highquality, innovative selections. The town is also famous for its quality flea markets, where irresistible finds can be made.

Small and prett y things

Krinti

Karamaloo

Lavka

Krinti at the Suolatori Square is difficult to describe with any other adjective than charming. It is a mixture of new and old design, upholstering services and dog life. Ylppö the dog will serve you here!

Karamaloo at Laivasilta is a gaudy Africa shop with a collection of its own and a good mission.

Situated in the Nikkarin torppa (the Carpenter’s Croft) in the Garnison district Lavka is a little shop full of handicrafts, recycled products and surprises.

Krinti, Laivasilta 1

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Karamaloo, Loviisan Laivasilta karamaloo.fi

Lavka, Itäinen Tullikatu 21

The shops in the town centre...

Flea markets

…are usually open until 5 or 6 p.m. on weekdays and until 1 or 2 p.m. on Saturdays.

From the centre, you can find several specialized shops and fun little places with a character of their own. The majority of the specialized shops are located along Aleksanterinkatu, Kuningattarenkatu and Mariankatu.

Loviisa flea markets are getting famous, which is no wonder.

They have a good selection of merchandise and what’s best, the prices are moderate. Come and make surprise finds!

Suurkirppis, Mariankatu 22 suurkirppis.fi Loviisan Ankkuri flea market, Degerbynkatu 10

Artisans and markets The shops in the Strömfors Iron You can buy art by Loviisa’s artisans and ceramists at Works area various events as well as directly from their studios.

Handcrafts are also available at Laivasilta and the Strömfors Iron Works.

The idyllic summer shops at Strömfors Iron Works offer a variety of handicrafts, gifts, ceramics from many makers and shops. Some of the shops are open all year round. stromforsinruukki.com

Malmgård Manor, shop and brewery

Photo: Brendan Austin

The Malmgård Manor grounds are organically farmed. The manor shop sells the estate’s own produce, including delicious emmer rices, and the Count even has his own brewery. The awarded beers and ciders from the Malmgård Brewery are products of careful manual labour. You can take a tour of the brewery or just enjoy the atmosphere in the shop and summer café. Manor tours on public opening days and on advance booking for groups. Malmgård 47, 07720 Malmgård, tel. +358 40 168 5271. malmgard.fi

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Resta urant Lov Kapp iisan eli Orang & Café eriet

EAT & DRINK

Delicious moments one after another The crown of an eventful day is a good meal. The atmospheric cafés and restaurants at Loviisa are a challenge to your figure! But who would care during a vacation.

Restaurant Loviisan Kappeli in its original glamour Airi Kallio, master restoration painter, has restored Loviisan Kappeli to its original splendour. The building and the surrounding Kappelinpuisto Park are a treat for all your senses. Coffee and cake are served at Café Orangeriet during the summers and food is served at the restaurant upon booking all year.

The gorgeous open terrace, Waldemar’s parlour, Blue room and the Banquet hall create a setting for wonderful travel in time. Kappeli is one of the only still standing buildings from the Loviisa spa era.

Loviisan Kappeli, Café Orangeriet and restaurant, Kuningattarenkatu 19 teehelmi.fi

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Decent food and sports entertainment Degeri Sport Pub & Dine is the gift of the internationally acclaimed top chef Kristian Vuojärvi to his hometown.

The sporty diner and bar offer delicious snacks and special burgers bearing the names of sports clubs. A euro is paid out to local teams from the sale of each of the burgers.

Degeri Sport Pub & Dine Brandensteininkatu 17 degeri.fi

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The Laivasilta area The icon and legend of the Laivasilta area, Café-Restaurant Saltbodan, was severely damaged by a fire last summer.

Reparations are, however, well under way. This summer we can only with curiosity look forward to visit the “new” Saltbodan. The jazz brunches and Saltbodan Radio outdoors dances will continue this year as well.

At the waterfront, the easy-going and natural Café-Restaurant Laivasilta serves its customers from morning to late at night.

Live music, delicious hamburgers and a large terrace where you can enjoy refreshments while basking in the evening sun.

Café-Restaurant Laivasilta, Laivasilta 11, cdfastfood.fi Café-Restaurant Saltbodan, Laivasilta 4, saltbodan.com

A touch of history Restaurant Degerby Gille is located in the oldest house of Loviisa town centre (from 1695). Gille warmly welcomes guests with an advance booking; it is also open for lunch on Thursdays.

Ravintola Gille Sepänkuja 4

The Pearl of the Gourmet Osteria Locale, located next to the church of Loviisa, is a pearl for the gourmets – both for lunch and dinner. The fresh delicacies of Italy, international cuisine with a Finnish twist and an excellent price-quality ratio make Locale into a popular rendez-vous place for friends of good food.

Ravintola Locale Mannerheiminkatu 2 ravintolalocale.fi

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Lunch restaurants

Cafés

Enjoy delicacies at Strömfors

During the summers, you can enjoy lunch in a maritime milieu at Laivasilta.

In the city centre, lunch is served at the lunch restaurant Sakura Deli, the Nepalese restaurant Pahuna, Café Nielsen as well as the pizzerias and service stations. At the restaurant WD Diner in the Trawling Harbour in you are served a proper hearty lunch, which will keep you going for a long time!

Favorit Café & Teashop has found its way into the hearts of the people of Loviisa, and the charming yard enchants you to stay awhile. Lunch restaurant Sakura is also a veritable pearl for the cake aficionado. You can sit outside there as well, just like at the Patisserie-Café Vaherkylä.

Bed & Bistro at the heart of Strömfors Iron Works provides manor accommodation with breakfast, as well as delicious food from locally produced ingredients during the summer. The old mill in the iron works area houses an atmospheric summer restaurant Ruukinmylly, also available on advance booking. Immediately by the iron works area is also the lunch restaurant Fellmanni, which is open all year round.

Contact information on page 18.

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Contact information on page 18.

Contact information on page 18.

Greetings from Loviisa!

A sympathetic little town with a lot going on.

Many flea markets, old town and nice cafés. #youdcertainlylikeit

Café Tuhannen tuskan kahvila Tuhannen tuskan kahvila (The café of one thousand pains) in the historical lower town area is a sight in itself.

In its peaceful inner courtyard you will forget all rush and hurry. Bring a friend to chat with, or a magazine!

The mistress’s salty doughnuts, or soughnuts, are famous even abroad.

The café is open from the 1st of May until late autumn, and falls into hibernation after the Loviisa Christmas event.

Café Tuhannen Tuskan Kahvila Poikkikuja, tuhannentuskankahvila.fi

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Loviisa Camping, a great oasis for campers

Loviisa Camping is a unique experience even for the seasoned camper. Magnificent oaks shade the large parklike area by the sea. Of the two historical wooden villas, the blue villa is the camping reception and at the yellow villa, Willa Björksten, you can spend the night in rooms. The investments in comfort include swings for daydreaming and a jetty shack for spending evenings with friends. Loviisa Camping is the most charming campers’ oasis in Finland.

Kapteenintie 1 tel. +358 040 579 5527 loviisa.fi/loviisacamping

ACCOMODATION

Sweet dreams...

...of your own sweetheart, in a cabin in the archipelago, in a hotel in town or in the most beautiful camping site in Finland by the sea, only a kilometre away from the town centre.

Hotels

Cabins, villas, B&B

Strömfors Iron Works

Place to Sleep in the town centre is the newest hotel in Loviisa. The rooms of this self-service hotel have been totally renovated during the past two years.Hotel Zilton is a small hotel in the opposite side of the street from Place to Sleep. Zilton has a bar with karaoke and live band nights, and the hotel serves lunch during weekdays.

Rönnäs at the seaside by the golfcourse is the biggest concentration of cabins in the area, but there are plenty of villas, cabins and other choices of accomodation around the large township.

The historical Iron Works offer beautiful surroundings and nice accommodation in several places. At the villas and houses of HolidayStars, the Strömfors Bed & Bistro manor and the Krouvinmäki Boardinghouse, you can dream your favourite dreams in fabulous settings. Good night! stromforsinruukki.com

placetosleep.com hotellizilton.fi

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MUSEUMS AND EXHIBITIONS Loviisa Town Museum The Commandant’s House is a beauty from the year 1755.

Photo : Riitta Nelimarkka

Open 11 a.m.–5 p.m. on Tuesdays through Sundays in May–September, other months 12 noon–4 p.m. on Tuesdays through Fridays as well as Sundays.

Bonga Castle – the gallery of professor and artist Riitta Nelimarkka Linnankuja, 07900 Loviisa.

Entrance in Lukkarinkuja. tel. +358 400 729 421, bonga.fi Entrance fee.

Photo: Aarne Kyröläinen

Almintalo Cultural centre for the whole family.

Art, events, history and experiences.

Free entry.

Brandensteininkatu 3, 07900 Loviisa tel. +358 440 555 480 Current exhibitions and events: loviisa.fi/almintalo

Loviisa Maritime Museum Laivasilta 8, 07900 Loviisa tel. +358 400 832 863 merenkulkumuseo.fi Entrance fee.

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The museum is closed during the Midsummer weekend.

Subject to charge.

Free entry on Tuesdays.

Puistokatu 2, 07900 Loviisa te. +358 44 450 5009 loviisa.fi/museot

Find little doors and song benches!

Stroll through town and hunt for the doors of the wee people. The park benches entice you to sit awhile with their songs and poems. The benches on Myllyharju ridge have song lyrics. There are poems at Laivasilta and the Esplanad Park in the centre. Do you also notice the painted cable cabinets and rag rugs in the streets?

There are also little doors at the Strömfors Iron Works. May the adventure begin!

Loviisan pikkuväki, Loviisa runollisena, Hakeva Loviisa

Welcome to Loviisa!

LOVIISA TOURIST OFFICE Mariankatu 12 A, 07900 Loviisa tel. 040 555 3387, info@loviisa.fi OPEN Monday–Friday from 10 a.m. until 4 p.m.

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Electricity will take you everywhere!

Rent an electric car beside the town hall/marketplace or Laivasilta using the app OP Yhteisauto.

Jill and Joy Three of the beloved Jill and Joy (Onneli and Anneli) children’s books were filmed into movies in Loviisa.

To commemorate this, the town has the Jill and Joy playground in the Rantapuisto Park, and the house used in the filming stands in the Kappelinpuisto Park. From the Tourist Office you can get a map of the filming sites and go find them.

Picture from the filming of the children’s movie Jill and Joy (Onneli and Anneli) in Loviisa (2013), produced by Zodiak Finland. Posing Aava Merikanto (Jill) and Lilja Lehto (Joy).

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EHRENSVÄRD’S

TROTTING TRACK

FORTRESS BASTION

NATURE TRAIL

ROSEN

LOVIISA TOWN MUSEUM

KA KOT

EHRENSVÄRD’S NATURE TRAIL FORTRESS BASTION UNGERN

KAPPELINPUISTO PARK

OLD TOWN

MARKET SQUARE CHURCH

CULTURE CENTRE

HOUSING FAIR IN LOVIISA IN 2023

ALMINTALO

LIBRARY WINDMILL

LAIVASILTA & GUEST HARBOUR MYLLYHARJU RIDGE © Loviisan kaupungin kiinteistö- ja paikkatietotoimisto 2020

HISTORICAL LOWER TOWN

KUKKUKIVI LOOKOUT TOWER

TENNIS COURTS

PLAGEN BEACH

CAMPING

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