The 5 most beautiful cities in Finland

White snow, wide lakes, ice-covered glaciers and, of course, the Finnish sauna: Finland has a lot to offer its guests. In addition to Helsinki, there are many picturesque small towns to discover that make the heart of every visitor to Finland beat faster.

Finland's capital: Helsinki

Not only the largest, but also one of the most worth seeing cities in Finland. There is a lot to discover in Helsinki: a vibrant nightlife, a wide variety of cultural activities and many restaurants that offer their specialties to guests. In the streets and alleys of the city, historical architecture from past centuries joins modern splendor buildings of modern times.

As a landmark of the city that can be seen from afar, the cathedral in particular is worth a visit. On the outside, the pure white is paired with the green of the round copper roofs and the subtle gold of the decorations. Inside, white and gold are found as thoughtful color lines, offering visitors an impressive experience. But in addition to the many unique buildings, it is also worthwhile to take a leisurely stroll through one of the many parks scattered throughout the city. Even more admirable, however, are the many islands that stretch out in the Baltic Sea directly in front of the city. This makes Helsinki a truly special capital!

Hanko: sun and sandy beach

At the southernmost tip of the mainland is the picturesque town of Hanko. Its houses have the stepped roofs (also called mansard gable roofs) characteristic of Scandinavia, which give the town that authentic Nordic feel. However, a visit is especially worthwhile during the warm Finnish summers. Because Hanko is home to one of the country's most beautiful sandy beaches, where you can enjoy a Cocktail* enjoy and tan your skin in the warm sun.

Here offers a rest after an activity-filled Finland trip to get back to full strength. If you speak a little Swedish, you're in especially good hands here: Almost half of Hanko's population calls Swedish their native language. Also, try the culinary delights of Finland in one of the many restaurants along the coast, in Hanko there is something for everyone.

Kalajoki

There are even more sandy beaches in the western town of Kalajoki. The vast dunes are reminiscent of the beaches of Denmark, the fine sand glides between the fingers and makes visitors to this magical place forget about time. In summer, it's worth getting out your swimsuit and jumping into the rushing waves, the long, white beaches wash the feeling of freedom into the soul and make noisy cities and stressful everyday life seem quite far away.

If the seemingly endless day does eventually come to an end, then, weather permitting, with a breathtaking sunset that makes the burning ball disappear very slowly, quietly hissing in the waves of the Baltic Sea. This small, enchanted paradise on the coast of Finland is worth a visit in any case! 

Turku: The nation's oldest city

Turku has been considered a city since 1229 - making it the first to be founded in the whole of Finland. For a long time it was an important trade center and more significant than today's capital. This was also due to its advantageous location on the Baltic Sea, close to the Swedish metropolis of Stockholm. Today, the city is home to many old buildings as well as a modern harbor, which invites you to take a walk along the promenade.

Since Turku is home to some of the country's most important attractions and the city's unique flair attracts travelers from all over the world, it is also possible to visit the city by cruise ship. Once arrived, the many cozy streets with small shops invite visitors to linger. In addition, the Turku Castle is waiting for guests: Once kings moved through the halls here, it is now open for everyone to visit.

Kittilä: Endless snow

In the far north lies Lapland, the largest province of Finland. Here, in the midst of an endless expanse of shining white snow, is the tranquil town of Kittilä. Despite having only about 6,500 inhabitants, Kittilä has an airport and can be easily reached from Helsinki and other cities. Winter sports are particularly popular in this town: skiing and snowboarding can be enjoyed in the nearby ski resort of Levi. In addition, the city is surrounded by vast nature, which is worth exploring not only in winter.

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