The stately Mustio Manor main building in winter.
Attraction of the Month, Finland
Raseborg – close, yet so different Bursting with interesting history in scenic surroundings, the old ironworks municipality of Raseborg is also a modern hub for art, design and world-class gastronomy. Despite its close proximity to Helsinki, upon arriving, you step into a different world. By Malin Norman | Photos: Visit Raseborg, Mustio Manor and Billnäs Village
Raseborg is one of the most stunning parts of Finland, and located just an hour from Helsinki, it is perfect for a day trip. The municipality, named after a medieval castle, has plenty to see. The rich history lives on in mills and smithies, castles, villages, museums, monuments and a vibrant cultural landscape. For instance, you can discover the popular artisan villages of Fiskars and Billnäs or find peace and quiet at the stately Mustio Manor.
Vuorelma, tourism manager at Visit Raseborg. “But it has managed to transform from something historic into a popular meeting place. Nowadays, small towns and villages have become modern hubs for art, design and gastronomy. Still, Raseborg is surrounded by beautiful nature, including lakes and the sea, for an idyllic and peaceful stay away from the city.”
“Raseborg certainly has a rich heritage with the old ironworks,” says Ville
One of the most precious manor houses in Finland, Mustio Manor has a history of
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Beauty in classic Mustio Manor
more than 200 years. Built between 1783 and 1792 by Magnus Linder II, the meticulously restored manor house was the largest non-ecclesiastic wooden building in the country. With its unique parkland and White Guide Nordic-listed fine-dining restaurant Slottskrogen, this is a must-see. “This is a historic place with the beautiful wooden manor and surrounding small buildings,” says Christine Linder, CEO of Mustio Manor. “All our rooms are different, showing the historic connection, and yet with individual charm. Quality is in focus in everything we do, and we have some of the best chefs in the country, who create modern Scandinavian gastronomy based on local and seasonal produce.” The wooden building is embedded in one of the biggest private historical parks of