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PYHTÄÄ | KOTKA | HAMINA | VIROLAHTI | MIEHIKKÄLÄ
PYHTÄÄ | KOTKA | HAMINA | VIROLAHTI | MIEHIKKÄLÄ
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Kotka Tourist Information
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Sat 10 am–3 pm
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Sat–Sun 10 am–3 pm
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Jumalniemi / Anttila: Jumalniementie 7, Kotka
Santalahti Holiday Resort, Santalahdentie 150, Kotka
Spahotel Hamina, Sibeliuskatu 32, Hamina
ABC Majakka Pyhtää: Pyhtääntie 38–40 Pyhtää
Vaalimaa Rajahovi: Rajahovintie 10, Virolahti
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WORTH KNOWING
GENERAL EMERGENCY NUMBER 112
FIRST AID AND EMERGENCY CARE
Kymenlaakso Central Hospital
Kotkantie 41, 48210 Kotka
The River Kymijoki
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+358 5 220 5000
Sights and surroundings 6
Parks 12
CONNECTIONS FROM HELSINKI TO
SOUTHEAST135 REGION
Sea and archipelago 14
To Kotka
By car along the E18 motorway (Helsinki-Kotka).
Some 20 daily bus services between Helsinki and
Kotka. Several daily bus services from
Helsinki Airport to Kotka.
The River Kymijoki 18
To Hamina
By bus from Kamppi bus station, several
departures per day. The route goes through
Porvoo, Loviisa and the Karhula region of Kotka.
Nature 20
Activities 22
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life
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Swimming
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Events and culture 26
Restaurants and cafés 34
Accommodation 40
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VIROLAHTI
Founded in: 1336
Population: 3,487
Surface area: 440 km²
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HAMINA
Founded in: 1653
Population: 21,256
Surface area: 1,155 km²
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KOTKA
Founded in: 1879
Population: 54,873
Surface area: 941 km²
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Founded in: 1347
Population: 5,377
Surface area: 781 km²
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MIEHIKKÄLÄ
Founded in: 1887
Population: 2,177
Surface area: 559 km²
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Maritime Centre Vellamo, Kotka
Maritime Centre Vellamo is bursting with stories, expe-
Tornatorintie 99, Kotka
€ 10/6
riences and events. The main exhibits in the Maritime
+358 40 350 0497
Free entry for under-18s
Museum of Finland and Museum of Kymenlaakso tell
[email protected]
Free entry Wed 5 pm–8 pm
fascinating stories of seafaring and of life in general in
www.merikeskusvellamo.fi/en
€ 4 Museum Ice Breaker Tarmo
Kymenlaakso. A range of temporary exhibitions are also
Tue, Thu–Sun 10 am–5 pm,
(open 15 May–31 Aug)
held. You can lose yourself in these stories by listening and
Wed 10 am–8 pm,
looking, and through smell, touch and play. The Museum
Mon closed
Shop Plootu and Restaurant Laakonki complete the scene
with their various attractions, while in the summer there is
an outdoor exhibition and the Museum Ice Breaker Tarmo
THE ICE BREAKER TARMO (1907) was a familiar sight in Kotka
can be boarded.
and on fairways leading there when the ship was still in active
service. You can explore the Tarmo boat museum on a guided
Maretarium, Kotka
route running from the bridge to the engine room The history
of this steam ship built in Great Britain includes hard steaming
at sea, as well as dramatic incidents during the world wars.
TEMPORARY EXHIBITIONS AT THE
MARITIME CENTRE VELLAMO
14.11.2014–26.4.2015
Ville of Suursaari – Scenery from the Life of J.W. Mattila
A pleasure shared
is a pleasure doubled!
Sapokankatu 2, Kotka
€ 13.50/11/7.50
+358 40 311 0330
€ 32 for 2 adults + 1 child
[email protected]
€7 for each child thereafter
www.maretarium.fi
1 Jan–31 Aug Mon–Tue, Thu–Sun 10 am–5 pm,
Wed 12 noon–7 pm 1
Jun–23 Aug 10 am–7 pm (except 19 Jun 10 am–2 pm)
24 Aug–6 Dec Mon–Tue, Thu–Sun 10 am–5 pm, Wed 12am–7 pm
7–25 Dec closed for maintenance
26 Dec – Mon–Tue, Thu–Sun 10 am–5 pm, Wed 12 noon–7 pm
At Maretarium, Finnish fish species are displayed in a
unique, life-like aquarium setting. Almost 60 species of fish
Sights and surroundings
8.1.–1.3.2015
The Finnish Lighthouse Society’s 10-year
Anniversary Exhibition
7.3.–17.5.2015 The Best of the 1st International
Vellamo Photographic Competition
13.3.–23.8.2015 Icebreakers on the Move!
22.5.–27.9.2015 Eyes on Karhula photographs from Karhula and beyond
13.11.2015–27.3.2016
1715. The Battle for the Baltic Sea.
4.12.2015– Great Coastal Road
TEMPORARY EXHIBITIONS AT THE MARETARIUM
and small aquatic animals can be viewed. In addition to fa-
– 1.2.2015
Wonders, the Nature Photography
of Pekka Vainio
miliarising yourself with pike, tench and gudgeon, you can
3.2.–1.3.2015
Nature Photographs of the Year 2014
also explore a nature photography exhibition, watch nature
3.3.–29.4.2015 Tubs and their Cleaners
films, engage in activities in the nature school, enjoy lunch
In the summer, a diver feeds the fish in the Baltic Sea tank
1.5.–31.5.2015 Seppo Leinonen,
Cartoons Based on a Natural Theme
2.6.–30.7.2015 The Nature Photography of Matti Pukki
daily at 3 pm. The aquarium provides learning experiences
1.8.–30.9.2015 The Nature Photography of Lars Häkkinen
and entertainment for the whole family.
4.10.–5.12.2015 Dseddona, Pike Photographs by Jan Björk
in the café and buy souvenirs from the Meripuoti Sea Shop.
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Salpa Line Museum, Miehikkälä
Säästöpirtintie 70, Miehikkälä
€ 8 for adults
+358 44 383 5091
€ 5 for children (7–16 years old),
[email protected]
conscripts, students, senior
May Wed–Sun 10 am–6 pm,
citizens, the unemployed
June–August Mon–Sun 10 am–6 pm,
€16 family ticket (2 adults and
September Wed–Sun 10 am–6 pm,
children under 17 years of age)
open for groups throughout
www.salpakeskus.fi/en
the year by reservation
The main exhibition includes an indoor exhibition with multimedia and an
Langinkoski Imperial Fishing Lodge, Kotka
outdoor exhibition covering several hectares. You can explore the fortifica-
See also
Salpa Line
excursion
options
p. 21
tion equipment at the museum site along guided routes threading through
rugged, rocky forest terrain. The price of admission includes a guided tour of
the outdoor exhibition area during museum opening times. A café and museum
shop offer their services in the museum's service facilities. A restaurant service is
available for group reservations. The museum also offers a range of options for
recreation days, excursions, meetings and celebrations.
The Salpa Line was built after the Winter War, to defend Finland's eastern
border, in 1940–41 and 1944. The 1,200 km long Salpa Line is one of
Europe’s strongest and best preserved defence lines of the Second World War.
Keisarinmajantie 118, Kotka
Group reservations:
+358 44 528 8050
Kymenmatkat Oy
[email protected]
+358 5 211 1600
www.langinkoskimuseo.com/en
[email protected]
Open daily May and Sep 10 am–4 pm
€6 for adults
Open daily Jun, Jul and Aug 10 am–6 pm
€ 5 per person (for groups of at least 10 people)
Closed on 19 June and in winter
€ 3 for children (6–14 years old)
How, exactly, did the Emperor spend his holidays? On the shores of the River Kymijoki and at the Langinkoski rapids in
Kotka, fishing peacefully and enjoying the wonderful natural landscape. Welcome to enjoying this royal atmosphere! The
museum presents the holiday retreat of Emperor Alexander III and his family, and their lives at the Langinkoski Imperial
Bunker Museum, Virolahti
Vaalimaantie 1318, Virolahti
€6 for adults
+358 40 710 7340
€3 for children (7–16 years old),
[email protected]
conscripts, students, senior citizens,
June–August 10 am–6 pm,
the unemployed
and at other times upon request
€12 family ticket
www.salpakeskus.fi/en
(2 adults and 1–3 children)
You can explore the exciting bunkers and other fortifications nestling in the lap
Fishing Lodge in The Grand Duchy of Finland in the early 1890s.
Shopkeeper's Museum, Hamina
Kasarmikatu 6, Hamina
€ 2/1/0, € 5 combined
+358 40 199 1201
three-museum ticket
[email protected]
June–August Tue–Sun 10 am–4 pm
otherwise during exhibition seasons, by group reservation
of nature in the outdoor museum area. Indoors you can learn about the fascinating history of the Salpa Line's construction extending from Virolahti, and view
Completed in 1841, the wooden building housing the Shopkeeper's
temporary exhibitions on themes relating to the natural world. The renovated
Museum is of high value in terms of its cultural history. The museum
main exhibition on the Salpa Line will be opened in June!
presents Finnish-Russian retailing traditions from the early 1900s.
Part of the outbuilding is open to the public.
Hamina Town Museum, Hamina
Kadettikoulunkatu 2 B, Hamina
€ 2/1/0, € 5
+358 40 199 1201
combined three-museum ticket
[email protected]
September–May Wed–Sat 12 noon–4 pm, Sun 12 noon–5 pm,
June–August Tue–Sun 10 am–4 pm
In the summer of 1783, Russian Empress Catherine the Great and Carl III, King
of Sweden, held negotiations in 'Catherine's Palace' built around 1760. The
museum moved into the building in 1957. It includes an exhibition on the history
of Hamina and various temporary exhibitions.
Don't
forget!
HAUKKAVUORI
AVIATION MUSEUM
THE PACKAGE
THE STRUKA LOCK
LOOKOUT TOWER
Lentokentäntie 234, Kotka
MUSEUM
Suluntie, Pyhtää
Keskuskatu 51, Kotka
The only aviation museum
Harjuntie 111, Pyhtää
Finland's only operational
Women belonging to the Lotta
in Kymenlaakso was created
Located in an old red wooden
hand-operated lock, which
cottage next to the former
provides direct access to the
Svärd organisation watched the when members of the Karhula
sea. The dam and lock were
skies during the Second World
Flying Club had the idea of pre- Stockfors groundwood mill,
War. The 72-metre tall tower
serving old gliders. The special
the Package Museum presents
built in the early 1900s, at an
now offers visitors amazing
mission of the museum is to
an interesting collection of
old salmon fishing spot once
views over Kotka and the
preserve the heritage of Fighter packaging and paper products
eastern archipelago of the Gulf
Squadron 34, which operated
from the 1900s. Open by
running to and from the Stock-
of Finland.
from Kymi during the war.
agreement.
fors factory.
used by monks, to serve traffic
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Church of St. Nicholas
Isopuisto, Kotka
Finland's second-largest Orthodox church.
Church of Kymi
Suntionkatu 18, Kotka
A neoclassical empire-style building from 1850.
Church of Kotka
Kirkkokatu 26, Kotka. This neo-Gothic church
designed by Josef Stenbäck was finished in 1898.
Hamina city centre
A charming, historical circular layout invites you on an
adventure! Hamina's city centre, based on a unique circular
town plan, is one of the region's most fascinating sights.
St John's Church
Raatihuoneentori 10, Hamina
A neoclassical beauty from the 1800s.
Orthodox Church of
St Peter and St Paul
St Mary’s Church
Raatihuoneentori 2, Hamina
An Orthodox church from the 1830s
with magnificent icons.
Pikkuympyräkatu 36, Hamina
A medieval stone church, the region's
oldest building!
Visitors can enjoy a broader view of the City of Hamina and its history from the
Above: Hamina's unusual circular
town plan was created by Axel von
Löwen in 1722–1723. Built in 1789,
the Town Hall is the centre
point of the circle.
ramparts of the fortifications surrounding the city centre. The outward pointing
corners of this star-shaped fortress's outer walls form six bastions named after
the six Finnish citadels of the time: Helsinki, Hamina, Savonlinna, Lappeenranta,
Hämeenlinna and Turku.
The largest of Hamina's bastions is the central bastion built in 1803–1811.
Its 58 casemates (reinforced vaults) were originally designed as bomb-proof
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Architecture, Art and Culture
storage areas.
Don't
forget!
Church of Miehikkälä
Church of Saint Henry
Muurikkalantie 6, Miehikkälä
A revivalist style church from the
end of the 1800s.
Harjuntie 11, Pyhtää
An atmospheric grey-stone church from the
1460s.
Church of Virolahti
ALVAR AALTO'S SUNILA, KOTKA
STOCKFORS GROUNDWOOD
SAVUKOSKI BRIDGE,
In the period 1930–1940,
MILL AREA, PYHTÄÄ
AHVENKOSKI
Alvar Aalto designed a fascinating
The construction of this historical
This bridge over the Ahvenkoski
architectonic whole, whose centre
factory precinct began in 1902. An
rapids, on a fork in the River
point is the Sunila pulp mill, which
area of cultural historical value,
Kymijoki, was the first of its kind
was built in 1936.
Stockfors provides a setting for a
in the world when it was built in
variety of enterprises and events.
1928. This renovated bridge and its
surroundings form the old frontier
between Sweden and Russia.
Kirkontie 500, Virolahti
A wooden cruciform church
from the 1700s.
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Sapokka Water Garden, Kotka
Parks
The Sapokka Water Garden has won more awards than any other park in Finland.
Water, stone, lighting and varied greenery formed the basis of its design, as did
the idea of one park containing several smaller ones without disturbing
the harmony of the overall impression. Due to its variety of microclimates,
from strong heat to deep shade, it has a broad range of labelled plants,
some of which are highly exotic.
Sculpture Promenade, Kotka
The Sculpture Promenade is a large outdoor gallery in which, during both
festivals and ordinary days, the sculptures come to people rather than
the other way around. It's 'backbone' is formed by the Linden Boulevard
running parallel with Keskuskatu, whose renovation earned it a national
Come and feel the wind
environmental structure award in 2001. The Sculpture Park won the
Pro Sculptura medal of the Association of Finnish Sculptors in 2004.
ruffle your hair!
The parks of Kotka brochure is available from
Southeast135 tourist information.
Jokipuisto Park, Kotka
The park's key themes are the river, its extremely high-level environmentally
friendly construction, its impressive name-labelled seating, its sculptures and
the meandering, burbling stream which feeds the lily pond with river water
and crowns the park. Water lilies of various colours bring splendour to the
pond. The park also has picnic tables with barbecue facilities and a playground
especially for small children.
www.southeast135.fi/parks
Don't
forget!
Katariina Seaside Park, Kotka
The Seaside Park offers exceptionally open and wide vistas. The southern horizon stretches
out into the distance, in which Gogland Island can be clearly seen on most days in the Gulf
of Finland. In addition to great hiking routes, the park offers activities for everyone, including
barbecue facilities, hammocks, miniature lighthouses, a playground, a skateboarding ramp
and a meditation labyrinth. In 2012, the park was given the elCA International Trend Award
and the environmental Structure Award.
Herb Garden
Redoubt Kotka
The Kesäpuisto Park,
Hamina
Veli Saarinen Park, Virolahti
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Tammio Island, Hamina
Kaunissaari Island, Pyhtää
In its day, Tammio was the most southerly outer island village in Hamina.
With its shoreline storehouses and boatsheds, this lush island has a historic
Its natural landscape is formed of glaciated and rocky shores and shoreline
atmosphere. In the summer, the island bursts into flower. The island has
meadows. The island is still inhabited year-round. Housed in an old fishing
a shop, café and restaurant, as well as a beautiful archipelago. Gallery Mari has
hut is a local museum devoted to life in the archipelago (open in the summer).
an exhibition of summertime art. Boat services to Kaunissaari island run from
In summer, a scheduled boat service runs from Tervasaari in Hamina.
Sapokka harbour in Kotka several times a day, from June to August.
The island also has a well-equipped guest harbour. www.kaunissaari.fi
Eastern Gulf ofIsland,
Ulko-Tammio
Finland
Hamina
National Park
Ulko-Tammio is a magnificent island belonging to the Eastern Gulf of Finland
National Park and full of natural beauty. It will charm even the most demanding
hiker. The island's rugged shoreline rock faces and lush vegetation are beyond
compare. With its varied and large bird populations, the Ulko-Tammio area is
also an ideal spot for birdwatchers. The museum guns and a cave which served
as a troop shelter during the Second World War reflect the military history of the
region. Boat services will take you to Ulko-Tammio from June to August,
from Tervasaari in Hamina.
Varissaari Island – Fort Elisabeth, Kotka
Directly off the coast of Kotka, this island is quarter of an hour from the mainland.
It has a summer restaurant and small swimming beach with barbecue facilities.
You can explore the island's history on a signposted trail. Varissaari can be reached
from May to August, between 9 am and 8 pm from Sapokka in Kotka.
Wish you were here,
sharing this with me.
LET'S GO TO THE ISLAND!
Island transport timetables: www.kaakko135.fi/saaristoliikenne
www.southeast135.fi/archipelago
Don't
forget!
Sea and archipelago
Lehmäsaari Island, Kotka
Kukouri Island, Kotka
Haapasaari Island, Kotka
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C-Adventure Oy
Charter sailing trips, Kotka
Vimpa Islands, Hamina
Vimparaitti 29, Hamina +358 40 055 5475,
[email protected]
open daily, year-round by reservation. www.vimpa.com
We offer high-quality fishing, congress, nature and experience excursions to the Eco Island Village on Rakinkotka and to Vimpasaari and the mainland. We prepare
delicious archipelago meals from local food and fish
that we have caught ourselves. Summer cottages for
rent and Artika excursions are also available.
+358 45 312 3420, customer service +358 40 553 2100
[email protected]
www.c-adventure.fi
Karhusaari, Kotka
We have the largest chartered luxury catamaran in
the Nordic countries. Our chartered sailing trips are
organised fully in accordance with our customer's
ARKTIKA DAYS
wishes. As a new service, in 2015 we will offer public
14–17 May Leerviikki, Virolahti
sailing trips, which can be joined by anyone who wants
Arktika, the mass migration of birds, is one
of the most spectacular sights provided by
Finland's bird life. In May, millions of waterbirds
and hundreds of thousands of geese migrate
via the Gulf of Finland to their nesting places
in the Arctic tundra. Virolahti is one of their
main migration routes. See the Arktika Days
programme for all event information, which
will be posted on the website at the
beginning of May: www.arktikavirolahti.fi
to come along. Our home harbour is Sapokka in Kotka,
in front of Cafe Kristina.
+358 5 218 6585, [email protected]
open by reservation during the open water season
www.karhusaari.fi
With its full range of services, Karhusaari Island fulfils the
most demanding requests! Gorgeous surroundings provide the setting for a memorable day, with log buildings
providing hotel-standard accommodation and unique
dining experiences.
Ollinkarit, Kotka
Raakunkuja 4, Kotka
Kotka Charter Targa
sea excursions
Sea excursions just as you prefer.
www.santalahti.fi/en
+358 440 557 492, +358 5 229 6071, +358 440 557 491
[email protected]
www.ollinkarit.fi
DOWNLOAD THE ARKTIKA ROUTE!
MERISET – CRUISES IN THE EASTERN GULF OF
FINLAND, KOTKA
Luxury sea cruises with restaurant services, from Kotka
and Hamina. Public, theme and chartered
Birds and sounds for the whole family on your
mobile device: www.southeast135.fi/mobile
cruises on three vessels.
ARKTIKA CRUISES FROM
MAY TO JUNE
KOTKA SAILING – SAILING SCHOOL
www.southeast135.fi/events
Training and consulting on sailing and other
+358 40 010 5014, [email protected], www.meriset.fi
Sailing trips in the eastern Gulf of Finland.
types of boating.
EASTERN GULF OF FINLAND
NATIONAL PARK
+358 44 078 7531, [email protected],
www.kotkasailing.com
M/AUX VIVAN KOTKA – SAILING SHIP
days for working communities will help them to meet
The park covers the outer archipelago of the most
easterly municipalities. This is part of the network
formed by the Baltic's key protected areas.
their future challenges. You can also arrange unforgetta-
www.outdoors.fi/gulfoffinlandnp
+358 40 768 8867, [email protected],
Ollinkarit is an island just offshore from Kotka. You can
rent the whole of Ollinkarit. Training and entertainment
ble family reunions and celebrations on the island.
Chartered sailing trips on a genuine sailing boat.
www.vivanyhdistys.com
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Erämys Keisarinkosket, Kotka
CENTRAL KYMI SPECIAL FISHING AREA
The River Kymijoki offers excellent
opportunities for lure fishing, on a stretch
of around 40 kilometres.
[email protected],
www.keski-kymenerityiskalastusalue.fi
Kotka
+358 50 320 2559, [email protected]
SEIKKAILUVIIKARI, KYMIJOKI
www.eramys.fi
Exciting rafting trips and a range of other
Rafting, fishing and canoeing trips on the River Kymijoki.
unforgettable services, from rapids swimming
Meeting facilities, saunas and catering at the Kultaan
to canoeing. Canoes and kayaks can be rented.
ja Koivulan Koskitilat (Rapids Centre) in a secluded
+358 50 086 2862, [email protected]
wilderness.
I would love to listen to
the din of these rapids
with you.
LET'S GO CANOEING!
Explore the region's canoeing options.
Guides are available from the local tourist office and online:
www.outdoorsfinland.com
The River Kymijoki
GONE FISHING!
Buy your fishing licence and
With its shoreline forests and meadows, the River Kymijoki offers stunningly unique and
unforgettable natural beauty. You can admire the scenery from the river while quietly
paddling in a canoe, or a greater speed while riding the rapids in a rubber raft. Finland's
longest river route offers excellent fishing spots for anglers. The river's banks are also an
ideal place for slowing down and enjoying the peace.
enjoy a worry-free fishing experience.
www.ahven.net/english
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Nature
Santalahti nature trails, Kotka
Portimo trails, Hamina
Parks of Kotka
Two nature trails of around 2.5 kilometres
A 40-kilometre trail network, with lean-
The parkland routes of our seaside
in a forest and along rocky shorelines.
tos and an observation tower.
town invite you to come and enjoy!
Rest your mind in these
sceneries.
www.southeast135.fi/en/wildlife
The Salpa Trail, Virolahti and
Miehikkälä
A 50 kilometre trekking route,
which winds through the wartime,
historical Salpa Line.
www.salpakeskus.fi/en
SALPA TREK
26–28 June, Virolahti and
Miehikkälä
Valkmusa National Park, Pyhtää
Vastilantie 886
The Valkmusa National Park is enchanting at any time of the year. Its southern shoreline's
expansive bog areas provide a habitat for an abundance of birds and butterflies.
The national park has a 2.5 km duckboard trail with an observation tower
www.outdoors.fi/valkmusanp
The Salpa Trek introduces hikers
to a lasting monument to the
fighting spirit of the Finnish people
in the last war – the Salpa Line –
in the company of some of
the best guides in Finland.
This is a trip that you will not forget
in a hurry. There are three routes
to choose from. Well worth the
effort and enthusiasm!
www.salpavaellus.net
Explore
the Salpa Line
Museum and
the Salpa Line
itself p. 8
STAY ON THE TRAIL
Get hold of a Salpa Trail brochure
and Kotka-Hamina local cycling
map from tourist information, or
download them from the internet.
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Uuperinrinteet
Flowriding
Rope park
Do you remember how it felt to climb rocks and trees
Fun, addictive, challenging – but rewarding. Try out Finland's
as a child and believe that you had reached the highest
only indoor surfing pools, under the direction of top
point in the world. At Norway Park Sirius you can revisit
instructors. Possible side effects: happier person, sore hands
your childhood and, with a smile on your face, surprise
from high-fiving and massive calorie burn. Join the surf mafia!
yourself on our three-level course.
SIRIUS SPORT RESORT, PYHTÄÄ
Kotitie 10, Pyhtää
+358 40 479 7100
At this point I'd say
something about
bravery, if I dared.
[email protected]
www.siriussport.fi/en
Closed on Mondays
Tue–Fri 12 noon–8 pm
Sat 9 am–9 pm
Sun 12 noon–6 pm
Opening times are subject to changes
See also
our restaurant
information from
p. 35!
Unforgettable experiences for the whole family – unique on a world scale! Book a time
for being and doing together – with friends, family or workmates. Live a little! Fall in
love with us. Our activities are unforgettable experiences and are suitable for people of
almost all ages and sizes who are in good basic health.
Motorcycle Museum
Wind tunnel
A period picture of Italy. This unique collection of 1950s
Live out humankind's oldest dream – of flying – fast and
motorcycles is like poetry. Historical motorcycle designs of
safely under the guidance of an instructor.
which only the Italians are capable.
Activities
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THE SOUTHEAST IS
FULL OF ACTIVITIES!
KOTKA GOLF CENTER
This is an 18 holer in varied terrain.
Plenty of water hazards and challenging greens, and
an attractive golf restaurant. Mussalo Golf Course,
SWIMMING POOLS
Karhula indoor swimming pool
Karhulantie 46, Kotka
Niinilahdentie 2, Kotka, +358 5 210 3700,
[email protected], www.kymengolf.fi
PYHTÄÄ KARTING CLUB, PYHTÄÄ
Katariina indoor and
outdoor swimming pool
Puistotie 9-11, Kotka
Karting, river cruises and off-road cars.
Harjuntie 111, Pyhtää, +358 44 343 3100,
UUPERINRINTEET, HAMINA
Viirankankaantie 237, Hamina
Linnoitus indoor swimming pool
Puistokatu 1, Hamina
+358 10 666 6120
[email protected], www.kartingclub.fi
AHOLAFARM, HAMINA
[email protected]
Experiences for work and leisure time, weekdays
www.uuperinrinteet.fi
and celebrations! On offer is a passenger ride in a
Uuperi doubles as a ski resort in winter and a downhill
mountain biking park, the Uuperi Ghost Bike Park, in summer. The winter slopes have an altitude difference of 80 m,
with six slopes and four lifts. An easy children's slope with
a rope tow and southern Finland's steepest black slope
rally car and services ranging from off-roading to
nature excursions or forest weddings.
Kirkkovuorentie 291, Hamina, +358 50 046 6971,
[email protected],
www.aholafarm.fi, www.virkistyshamina.fi
are located here. The hillside cafe is open in winter and ski
instruction is available in both English and Russian.
HEVOSHOVI, HAMINA
Approved by the Finnish Equestrian Federation,
WHY NOT WADE ASHORE
ONTO THESE SOUTHEASTERN
BEACHES?
these active private stables and riding school
provide a framework for riding of all kinds.
Myllykylän kartano 30, Hamina, +358 40 708 2229,
[email protected], www.hevoshovi.com
We take good care of our swimming beaches! On many,
you will find changing cubicles, a WC, refuse bins, picnic
places and playgrounds. In addition, plenty of wild
shorelines can be found on the islands and the mainland.
Santalahdentie 150, Kotka
PYHTÄÄ: Huutjärvi
KOTKA: Santalahti, Mansikkalahti, Äijänniemi
Let's play
frisbee golf!
SANTALAHTI HOLIDAY RESORT,
EQUIPMENT RENTAL
HAMINA: Pitkäthiekat, Rampsinkari
VIROLAHTI: Klamila, Kiiskijärvi
MIEHIKKÄLÄ: Myllylampi
Bicycle, ski and snowshoe rental.
www.santalahti.fi/en
SANTALAHTI HOLIDAY RESORT,
MINIGOLF PARK
Santalahdentie 150, Kotka
Snowshoeing
in Santalahti
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Finland's highest rated course will
put a smile on your face! www.santalahti.fi/en
THE KOTKA MARITIME FESTIVAL
Finland's biggest maritime festival
invites you to join the celebration!
The highlight of the summer consists of a range
of cultural and musical offerings, joy and summer
sunshine, a funfair and a festival parade.
It's also about children's joy, maritime spirit and an
international atmosphere. This year the Maritime
Festival will be held close to the green setting of
23.–26.7.2015
Sapokka and the Arto Tolsa Arena. Welcome!
www.meripaivat.com
NIGHT OF LIGHTS
Hamina
This city festival will fill the streets with joy
and a cultural celebration.
18.9.2015
SOUTHEAST CHAMBER MUSIC
16.–19.7.2015
www.kaakkofestival.fi/en-ru
Keep a tight hold – we're
going on an adventure!
Virolahti
Southeast Chamber Music is a newcomer to Finland's
summer classical music events. The artistic director of
the Southeast Chamber Music is the principal conductor
of the Finnish National Opera: Jukka Merjanen.
ARCHIPELAGO MARKET
Pyhtää
The traditional Archipelago Market is being held
for the 23rd time in the maritime scenery of the
Lököre harbour in Siltakylä. Fish lovers will find
plenty to taste and take away from the market. The
market also offers other local products, as well as
displays of fish preparation and handicrafts.
Events and culture
7.–8.8.2015
LITTLE MARKETS OF LITTLE VILLAGES
27.6.2015
www.southeast135.fi/events
Suurmiehikkälä
Come and fall in love with the tranquil rural atmosphere!
Rural enterprise and services are on show at the event.
As are the friendly countryside inhabitants and farming
machines. Delicious local produce is on sale.
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Events 2015
January
5.1.–28.12.
MONDAYS 7 PM,
11.1. WESLEY&SISARSK CONCERT
EAST COAST JAZZ CLUB
Church of Kotka
Meri Cafe Kristina,
14.1. AT 7 PM OPENING CONCERT FOR THE SPRING
SEASON OF THE KYMI SINFONIETTA
Kotka Concert Hall, www.kymisinfonietta.fi/en
18.1. AT 3 PM HARMONIC CONCERT
Kotka Concert Hall
19.1. HEIKKI'S MARKET, Hamina
25.1. 20. WINTER CONCERT AT THE MANÈGE HALL
Hamina
22.1. AT 7 PM BAROQUE CONCERT
Kotka Concert Hall, www.kymisinfonietta.fi/en
February
4.2. AT 7 PM FROM THE CONCERTO TO THE CHANSON
Sapokankatu 2,
March
Kotka
1.3. AT 3 PM FRIEND'S CONCERT,
Kairo restaurant, Kotka
May
June
1.5. MAY DAY RECEPTION AND SPRING
CONCERT, Salpa Line Museum, Miehikkälä
3.–7.6. KYMIJOEN LOHISOITTO MUSIC FESTIVAL
Kotka and Pyhtää, www.lohisoitto.fi
10.5. MOTHERS' DAY LUNCH
4.6. 12 PM –1 PM GUIDED TOUR ON MARKET DAY
KOTKANSAARI ISLAND, Kotka
Salpa Line Museum, Miehikkälä
6.6. CHILDREN'S SATURDAY
12.–13.5. DREAMWALL
Salpa Line Museum Miehikkälä
Maritime Centre Vellamo, Kotka
6.6. KEIHÄSSALMI SUMMER MARKET, Pyhtää
8.3. AT 4 PM GOOD WINDS JOURNEYS IN WORDS AND MUSIC,
Kotka Concert Hall
14.–17.5. ARKTIKA DAYS,
Virolahti
9.3. AT 7 PM SYMPHONY CONCERT
14.5. HELA 2015 –BOATING SUPPLIES MARKET
Kotka
6.6. AHOLAFARM RURAL MARKET, Hamina
15.5. KOTKA DAY IN KARHULA, Kotka
11.6.–30.8. STOCKFORS ART FAIR 2015
Stockfors, Pyhtää
Kotka Concert Hall, www.kymisinfonietta.fi/en
15.3. AT 3 PM. THE HARMONY SISTERS REMEMBERED,
Kotka Concert Hall
15.3. OUR DAY, Salpa Line Museum, Miehikkälä
Kotka Concert Hall, www.kymisinfonietta.fi/en
15.3. AT 9 AM–3 PM MARKET, Karhula Market Place, Kotka
11.2. AT 7 PM SYMPHONY CONCERT
18.3. AT 7 PM SYMPHONY CONCERT
Kotka Concert Hall, www.kymisinfonietta.fi/en
Kotka Concert Hall, www.kymisinfonietta.fi/en
6.6. THE DARK AGES TAKE OVER KIRKONKYLÄ, Pyhtää
15.5. KOTKA DAY MARKET,
Karhula Market Place, Kotka
13.–14.6. KOTKA ROSE – KOTKA INTERNATIONAL ALL
BREED DOGSHOW,
Katariina Seaside Park, Kotka
16.5. HAMINA BASTION GUN SHOW, Hamina
7.–14.6. MIEHIKKÄLÄ CHURCH MUSIC WEEK
16.–17.5. KOTKA FISH MARKET
Sapokka
26.–28.6. SALPA TREK, Miehikkälä
April
17.5. TRAIL HIKE TO THE KYMIJOKI LINE History of wartime fortifications in the Kotka
area. (org. Salpa Line Museum)
12.2. LET SIBELIUS BE PLAYED! CONCERT, Hamina
2.4. 12 NOON–1 PM GUIDED TOUR ON MARKET DAY
OF KOTKANSAARI ISLAND, Kotka
21.5. 7 PM SYMPHONY CONCERT
Kotka Concert Hall, www.kymisinfonietta.fi/en
14.2. SHROVETIDE DANCE, Hamina
2.4. AT 7 PM ST MATTHEW PASSION, Church of Kotka
15.2. OLDEN TIMES FAMILY DAY
23.–24.5. HAMINA INTERNATIONAL
DOG SHOW, Hamina Bastion
6.4. EASTER EVENT, SALPA LINE MUSEUM, Miehikkälä
2.–22.2. CHILDREN'S CULTURE WEEKS,
Kotka, Pyhtää, Hamina
Salpa Line Museum, Miehikkälä
15.2. SHROVETIDE CELEBRATION FOR WHOLE FAMILY,
Hamina
15.2. CONCERT IN ST MARY'S CHURCH, Hamina
15.2. SOUTHEAST135 SHROVETIDE CELEBRATION,
Meriniemi, Kotka
12.4. SOLDIERS' MEMORIES, SALPA LINE MUSEUM, Miehikkälä
15.4. AT 6 PM CONCERT FOR THE WHOLE FAMILY
Kotka Concert Hall, www.kymisinfonietta.fi/en
19.4. 9 AM–3 PM, MARKET, Karhula Market Place, Kotka
25.4. FASHION NIGHT BY DAY
18.2. AT 7 PM SYMPHONY CONCERT
Kotka Marketplace and Pasaati Shopping Centre
Kotka Concert Hall, www.kymisinfonietta.fi/en
25.4. CONCERT OF LIGHT ENTERTAINMENT,
Cultural Centre, Kyminsuu, Kotka
21.2. 10 AM–3 PM RECORD FAIR
Laulumiestentalo, Korkeavuorenkatu 11, Kotka
26.4. SPRING MARKET, Hamina
28.2. ”THAT WAS THEN, THIS IS NOW”
– guided walking tour, Hamina
30.4. AT 7 PM MAY DAY CONCERT,
27.6. LITTLE MARKETS OF LITTLE VILLAGES, Miehikkälä
28.6. NATIONAL DEFENCE CELEBRATION
OPEN TO ALL, Salpa Line Museum, Miehikkälä
28.6. FROM 9 AM–3 PM MARKET,
Karhula Market Place, Kotka
23.5. KARHULA SPRING FESTIVAL,
Karhula Market
24.5. SUMMER SEASON OPENING FAIR
Salpa Line Museum, Miehikkälä
27.5. AT 7 PM YOUNG SOLOISTS' CONCERT
Kotka Concert Hall, www.kymisinfonietta.fi/en
10.6.–12.8.
WEDNESDAYS AT 7 PM,
CONCERT IN THE PARK,
31.5. TROTTING PRACTICE, PELLINKANGAS
TROTTING TRACK, Miehikkälä
Sapokka Water Garden,
Kotka
Kotka Concert Hall, www.kymisinfonietta.fi/en
www.southeast135.fi/en/events
Wishing you a bright spring!
Medieval atmosphere.
International Dog Exhibition
Beer and local food
Child's Maritime Festival
Kaunissaari Day
July
August
2.–5.7. INTERNATIONAL GRAND MARKET
2.8. DAY FOR WHOLE FAMILY
Sapokka, Kotka, www.eurooppamarkkinat.fi
Salpa Line Museum, Miehikkälä
4.7. KAUNISSAARI DAY, Kaunissaari Island, Pyhtää
2.–9.8. PYHTÄÄ WEEK
4.7. LOCAL REGIONAL CELEBRATION ON THE
KREIVINKALLIO STAGE, Miehikkälä
7.–8.8. XXIII PYHTÄÄ ARCHIPELAGO MARKET,
Genuine local flavours.
Pumpkin
parade – let's march!
September
November
5.9. LIGHT UP OUR EVENING, Miehikkälä
31.10.–1.11. KYMI GRAND MARKET,
Ruonala Sports Hall, Kotka
13.9. 9 AM–3 PM, MARKET, Karhula Market Place, Kotka
Lököre Siltakylä
6.–8.7. DJANGO FESTIVAL, Kotka
8.8. KYMIJOKI DAY, Pyhtää and Kotka
9.7 FROM 11 AM– RUOTSINSALMI CRUISE
ON THE ANNIVERSARY OF THE BATTLE OF
RUOTSINSALMI,on the m/aux Vivan,leaves from
Kotka City Port, in front of the Maritime Centre
Vellamo.
13.–15.8. TRADITIONAL HARVEST MARKET, Hamina
10.–11.7. MALT MARKET, Stockfors, Pyhtää
Ready,steady, GO!
15.8. REISKA'S MARATHON, Pyhtää
26.9. SM-MARATHON, Pyhtää
2.–7.11. 135TH ANNIVERSARY OF
KOTKA CITY LIBRARY celebratory week full of events
27.9. 10 AM–3 PM HERRING MARKET
22.11.2015–7.1.2016 KOTKA CHRISTMAS WEEKS
Klamila Port, Virolahti
October
8.–9.10. AUTUMN MARKET, Hamina
29.8. ANCIENT FIRES OF KAUNISAARI,
Kaunissaari Island
11.7. VASTILA REGATTA, Pyhtää
29.8. ANCIENT FIRES IN KATARIINA SEASIDE PARK, Kotka
15.7. 'HEITON HEINÄPÄIVÄ' HAYMAKING EVENT
29.8. KARELIAN MARKET
Suur-Miehikkälä Village Museum, Miehikkälä
PELLINKANGAS TROTTING TRACK, Miehikkälä
17.–18.10. KOTKA FISH MARKET, Sapokka
31.10. HALLOWEEN CELEBRATION,
Salpa Line Museum, Miehikkälä
23.–28.11. ORGAN MUSIC WEEK, Church of Kotka
28.11. CHRISTMAS OPENING EVENT AT KOTKA CITY
CENTRE, Kotka City Centre
29.11. 9 AM–3 PM, MARKET, Karhula Market Place, Kotka
December
5.12. INDEPENDENCE DAY GALA EVENING
Salpa Line Museum, Miehikkälä
12.–13.12. CHRISTMAS AT THE OLD ARCHES,
Hamina Bastion
16.–19.7. SOUTHEAST CHAMBER MUSIC
Virolahti, www.kaakkofestival.fi/en-ru
21.12. ST THOMAS MARKET, Hamina
23.–26.7. THE KOTKA MARITIME FESTIVAL
31.12. CITY OF HAMINA NEW YEAR FIREWORKS,
16.-19.7.
www.meripaivat.com
Hamina Bastion
SOUTHEAST
24.–26.7. CHILDREN'S MARITIME FESTIVAL
CHAMBER MUSIC
Kotka, www.lastenmeripäivät.com
24.7. AT 6 PM NAMING OF TAR MASTER
TERVASILTA BRIDGE, Sapokka, Kotka
24.7. AT 7 PM PARK CONCERT
Sapokka Water Garden, Kotka
www.southeast135.fi/en/events
www.southeast135.fi/en/events
Subject to changes
13.–16.7.2017 The Tall Ships Races
Kotka
The lure of the archipelago
The bustle of the marketplace in the
circular city
Ancient fires in August
Happy New Year!
Halmstad, Kotka, Turku, Klaipeda and Szczecin Harbours
EXHIBITIONS IN 2015
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Kotka City Theatre
Galleria Uusikuva
8.–31.1.
Jouko Lempinen
5.–28.2. A Feast for the Eyes, college exhibition
5.–28.3. Paananen and Ulvila
2.–25.4. Minna Henriksson
7.–30.5.
Markku Hirvelä
4.–27.6. Wilma Touru, Riitta Virtanen
2.–25.7. Mömmö, Kallavuo, Lankinen,
Lehtinen, Kirjavainen
30.7.–22.8. Tuulia Iso-Tryykäri
27.8.–19.9. Alastalo and Eskelinen
24.9.–17.10. Björninen and Tuomisto
22.10.–14.11. Liimatta and Heinonen
19.11.–12.12. Artists' Association of Kotka
Hamina Bastion
GALLERIES
STOCKFORS EXHIBITION HALL
Harjuntie 111, Pyhtää
Keskuskatu 15, Kotka
Raatihuoneenkatu 12, Hamina
Bookings and enquiries during the performance season
+358 40 058 7715
tel. +358 5 234 4199 Tue–Fri 11 am–5 pm and
[email protected]
2 h before performances,
www.haminabastioni.fi
tel. +358 5 234 4170 Mon–Fri 9 am–4 pm
The arena built in the Hamina fortress provides an amazing,
[email protected] and Lippupiste
The Kotka City Theatre presents a variety of musical
theatre and quality drama. As well as in the theatre
itself, productions are presented at the Kairo harbour
restaurant. The programme includes all the charm,
laughter, excitement, romance and powerful emotions
of musicals. See the theatre's revamped website for
programme details: www.kotkanteatteri.fi
unique setting for various events. The largest, regular
Photographic Centre
– 1.2. Suursaari – Kotka Photographic
Centre's centenary exhibition.
GALLERY MARI
Kaunissaari Island, Pyhtää
KOTKA PHOTOGRAPHIC CENTRE
Edelfeltinkatu 2, Kotka
GALLERY UUSIKUVA
Satamakatu 9, Kotka
events held here include the Hamina Tattoo featuring
international military bands, Night of Lights and Christmas
at the Old Arches. The arena was built in 1998, by erecting
Europe’s largest summer canopy, with stages and spectator
areas, within the Central Bastion of Hamina’s fortress,
which was mainly built in the 1700s.
Kymi Sinfonietta
GALLERY SAVARTE ART
Kirkkokatu 13, Kotka
GALLERY NIKOLAI
Keskuskatu 9, Kotka
GALLERY RUUTIKELLARI,
Roopertinkatu 11, Hamina
Don't
forget!
Galleria Merilä/Russian Art Center
Kotka Main Library
7.–28.1.
Kymi's cameras
2.–26.2.
Drawings by the Saturday Croquis
Group of Gallery Antares
2.–30.3. Kotkan opisto (Kotka College)
2.–24.4. Propaganda
27.4.–18.5. Leena Laiho
21.5.–15.6. Ögard and Asikainen
18.6.–13.7. Timo Vesterinen
16.7.–10.8. Artists' Kalevala
13.8.–7.9. Jerome Auzeray
10.9.–2.10. Marja-Riitta Jäppinen
5.–26.10. Artists' Association of Kotka
29.10.–20.11. Mikko Ranki
23.11.–18.12. Marita Piela and Niina Ollanketo
Varied art sales exhibition on the lower floor of
Aallon Maja. Valliniemenkatu 2 , Kotka, +358 50 591 2601,
[email protected], www.artmerila.com
THEATRES
HAMINA THEATRE
Isoympyräkatu 30, Hamina
KYMINLINNA SUMMER THEATRE
Sutelantie 84, Kotka
Keskuskatu 33, Kotka
+358 40 234 4891
[email protected]
A top international orchestra in Kymenlaakso! This
orchestra gives concerts performed with fiery passion,
from beloved classics to swinging melodies, conveying the joy and energy of live music! Concerts are
performed on Wednesdays in Kotka and Thursdays in
Kouvola. See the fantastic concert programme at
www.kymisinfonietta.fi/en
KARHULA WORKERS' THEATRE
Eteläinen Karjalantie 3, Kotka
1.–7.8.2016
Hamina Tattoo
Ticket sales begin
in December 2015!
www.southeast135.fi/events
LIBRARIES
Kotka Main Library, Kirkkokatu 24, Kotka
Karhula Library, Sammonaukio 6, Karhula, Kotka
Hamina Main Library, Rautatienkatu 8, Hamina
Miehikkälä Library, Keskustie 11, Miehikkälä
Pyhtää Library, Huutjärventie 30, Pyhtää
Virolahti Municipal Library, Rantatie 9, Virolahti
Hamina library gallery exhibitions
7.1.–24.1. Feather light, dark as sleep
Marianne Ollinen & Ella Koskimies
28.1.–8.2. Jotter, Piipa Toivonen
11.2.–28.2. Mindscape, Hamina Clubhouse
4.3.–28.3. A Feast for the Eyes,
joint exhibition by Kymenlaakso art schools
and handicrafts schools
1.4.–18.4. Lights of Sunila, Jerome Auzeray
22.4.–16.5 Hamina Art Association spring exhibition
20.5.–12.6. From Love to Life, exhibitors Boris Bezdeneznyh,
Vladimir Grebenkov and Igor Shishkin
17.6.–10.7. 40-year Journey, Ari Saarinen
15.7.–7.8. Northern Norway by Motorbike,
Photography Exhibition by Lars Häkkinen
12.8.–5.9. Faces, exhibitors Pirjo Mielonen and Eila Saapunki
9.9.–3.10. Hamina Art Association autumn exhibition
7.10.–30.10. Goethe in Me, Hee Sook Lee-Niinioja
4.11.–28.11. By Land and Sea, Pekka Lyytikäinen,
Of Stone, with Brush and Pen, Anna-Liisa Terimö
2.12.2015– Scenes and people from Vilna, the photography
2.1.2016
of Juozas Budraitis, exhibitors Juozas Budraitis
and the Donelaitis Association – Society of Finnish
Friends of Lithuania Helsinki guest exhibition
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Restaurant Vausti
Kafe Finlandia, Pyhtää
Sirius Skyfall, Pyhtää
South and North stopovers on route E18 near Pyhtää
Kotitie 10, Pyhtää
info: +358 40 910 4398, South +358 50 573 4986,
+358 44 758 6782
North +358 50 573 4984, [email protected]
[email protected]
Want to join me on
flavourful adventure?
Kafe Finlandia – the ideal place to stop! Two new
Restaurants and cafés
160-seater restaurants at both the South and North
stopovers near Pyhtää, on both sides of the new
route E18. We serve breakfast, lunch, afternoon
Mon closed, Tue–Fri 11 am–8 pm, Sat 9 am–9 pm,
Sun 11 am–6 pm
Opening times are subject to changes
www.siriussport.fi/en
snacks, bread, pastries, baked delicacies, doughnuts,
Straight to the heart, via the stomach! Come and
Finnish sweet bread ... and other savoury and sweet
enjoy after an active day, between experiences or
treats – here, we make genuine food! For bus driv-
when driving by – Ravintola Skyfall Is There For You.
ers, lorry drivers, groups, motorists, tourists, drivers of
Fine dining, steaks, salad, burgers or delicious cake
all kinds, passengers, people just dropping by, regu-
and coffee? Your wish has been granted. You'll laugh
lar customers, food lovers and folk who are just plain
all the louder when you feed both body and soul.
hungry! Food and coffee is also available by order. On
Our café-restaurant has a licence to sell alcohol.
the premises or taken out. Fast and easy – welcome!
Keisarinsatama, Kotka
Wanha Fiskari, Kotka
Metsontie 41, Kotka or by boat,
Juha Vainion katu 2, Kotka, +358 5 218 6585
+358 5 219 0333, [email protected]
[email protected]
Mon–Thu 11 am–4 pm, Fri 11 am–6 pm,
Mon–Fri 11 am–10 pm, Sat 2 pm–8 pm,
Sat 12 pm–6 pm, from 1.5. Mon–Fri 11 am–10 pm,
(from 1.5. 2 pm–10 pm) www.wanhafiskari.fi
Sat 12 pm–10 pm, Sun 12 pm–8 pm
Take time to enjoy and savour the wonderful flavours
www.keisarinsatama.com
of real food. We source the raw ingredients for our
Family restaurant established in an old brewery. Enjoy
culinary experiences from local fishermen, organic
a meal on the warm terrace, shaded by lime trees. You
producers and responsible producers. Our professional
can also enjoy gorgeous sunsets while sipping a glass
staff in the kitchen and front of house guarantee an
of the Ukko beer brewed on the premises.
excellent dining experience.
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Restaurant Meriniemi, Kotka
Bar & Café Paussi, Kotka
www.kotkanravintolat.fi/en
Mereta Oy is a service company from Kotka
whose local entrepreneurs spare no effort in
making sure that every customer is well fed.
Meriniementie, Kotka, [email protected],
Kotka Marketplace, Kotka, +358 10 219 6600
+358 45 3419185, www.meriniemi.com
[email protected]
A maritime atmosphere next to the Sapokanlahti harbour!
Open every day, check service hours,
Located in an old manor house characterised by old-time
www.viihdykotkassa.fi
elegance, during the summer the Meriniemi restaurant
Come and enjoy good company, refreshments, our
offers an á la carte menu of archipelago delicacies and
own pastries, baking and light lunch alternatives. I
specialties from its own kitchen. Carefully selected wines
n the summer, we have a fantastic 170-seater terrace.
and mouth-watering desserts will round off your meal.
You can rely on Paussi – by Kotka's covered market.
Our boys and girls give a 100% promise of
individual and delicious experiences,
both during the working week and
on special occasions.
Mereta has several restaurants in
Kotka and on Kaunissaari, Pyhtää.
Peruse our menus, try our food and
fall in love with it!
www.kotkanravintolat.fi/en
Take a break on our terrace. Congress and celebration
services by order throughout the year.
Restaurant Car Päätepysäkki, Kotka
Langinkoski Café, Kotka
Tornatorintie, Kantasatama, Kotka, +358 10 219 6601
Keisarinmajantie 118, Kotka
Open May to September, check opening times
+358 44 752 4500 / +358 5 219 0300
www.viihdykotkassa.fi
[email protected]
The City Port is home to the sturdy steam engine Kana,
www.keisarinsatama.com/Langinkoski
which has been hooked up to 1950s postal carriages.
A new summer café opened in historical surroundings
A cosy 35-seater restaurant reviving the atmosphere
in 2014. We offer home baking, salads and Alexanders'
of the good old days has been built into the carriages.
perch soup. A delicious brunch is served on Saturdays
Outside, you will find a 150-seater terrace and bar.
and Sundays!
Players Sports Bar, Kotka
Rosso and Public Corner, Kotka
RESTAURANT VAUSTI
RESTAURANT LAAKONKI
KAUNISSAAREN MAJA
Kotka Concert Hall,
Keskuskatu 33, Kotka
+358 10 832 3502
[email protected]
Mon–Thu 11 am–10 pm, Fri 11 am–11 pm,
Sat 3 pm–11 pm
Maritime Centre Vellamo,
Tornatorintie 99, Kotka
+358 10 832 3501
[email protected]
Mon 11 am–3 pm, Tue,
Thu–Sun 10 am–5 pm, Wed 10 am–8 pm
A summer restaurant in the midst of the
gorgeous Gulf of Finland.
Kaunissaari Island, Pyhtää
+358 10 832 3510
[email protected]
Keskuskatu 11, Kotka, +358 10 763 5940
Kauppakatu 5, 48100 Kotka, Rosso: +358 10 763 5910,
www.raflaamo.fi/kotka/players
Public Corner: +358 10 763 5914
www.kotkanravintolat.fi/en
www.merikeskusvellamo.fi/en/restaurant
www.kaunissaaremaja.fi
Sauna evening, meeting, bowling competitions, competi-
www.raflaamo.fi/fi/rosso, www.raflaamo.fi/fi/public corner
tion studio, games room, delicious food and beverages...
Kotka's Rosso restaurant is located by the market square
Why not organise an occupational wellbeing day or an
in the Pasaati Shopping Centre. In addition to its à la
active office Christmas party? Difficult? Why no! Enter the
carte menu, the restaurant offers a choice of lunches
Players Sports Bar on Keskuskatu street, Kotka, and we'll
from 11 am to 2 pm. Public Corner is a cosy and relaxed
make your idea come true! Players – a sure strike!
pub. It is a combination of a down to earth British pub,
Come Out And Play!
a lively bar and a relaxed drawing room sofa.
Welcome to temptation! We offer trendy
world flavours within delicacies befitting
a port town, from both our lunch and à la
carte menu. Local and Finnish raw ingredients are a priority for us. Selected with love,
prepared with affection and enjoyed with
all the heart! Click here to read the verdicts
of our guests: eat.fi/kotka/vausti
Restaurant Laakonki handles all food and
beverage services on behalf of Maritime
Centre Vellamo. A cup of coffee with Finnish sweetbread between enjoying a stroll,
a sip of wine as a break from sightseeing,
services for a large seminar or an office
party – all under the same roof close to
the sea in the ruggedly attractive City Port.
Restaurant Kaunissaaren Maja is located
in a genuine fishing village, right beside
the sea. Its varied menu is full of rich
flavours and genuine experiences.
You can just pop right in, or book our
pavilion for yourself and your friends.
Our shoreline sauna’s can be hired for
unforgettable sauna evenings.
RISTORANTE LA MAJACCA, KOTKA
Welcome to the world of Italian cuisine! Fish and
Cafe Laituri, Kotka
Kamu!, Hamina
LOUNASHUONE KUSTAA, HAMINA
Lunches weekdays 10 am–2 pm and at other times
seafood specialities.
by reservation. Suitable facilities for family celebrations
Keskuskatu 51, Kotka, +358 44 554 7227
and meetings.
[email protected], www.lamajacca.com
Sibeliuskatu 28, Hamina. +358 50 571 3125,
[email protected], www.lounashuone.fi
RESTAURANT CANTTIINI, KOTKA
HOLVISTORAVINTOLA BASTION, HAMINA
Restaurant Canttiini is an attractive restaurant in the
centre of Kotka. A selection of lunch and à la carte
dishes are served on weekdays.
Kaivokatu 15, Kotka,
+358 41 537 7340, +358 5 214 130,
[email protected], www.canttiini.fi
KORKEAKOSKEN KALASTUSKIEVARI, KOTKA
An atmospheric café-restaurant on the banks of the
River Kymijoki. The restaurant has a beautiful view
over the river and fishing pier. Lunch is served every
day! Kymijoentie 55, Kotka,
This is the time for enjoying the atmosphere and magic
Meriniementie 1, Kotka
[email protected], +358 45 349 2513
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A café serving customers around the year from its
seaside location in Sapokka, Kotka. Enjoy delicious
savoury and sweet delights made on the premises in a
relaxed, seaside terrace atmosphere amongst beautiful
coastal scenery. Live music and theme nights in summer, sauna and ice swimming in winter. Licence to sell
alcohol. You are welcome to bring your dog!
+358 40 732 8080
[email protected], www.kalastuskievari.fi
Sibeliuskatu 32, Hamina
+358 44 728 0175, [email protected]
www.ravintolakamu.fi/en
For you and your friends, Kamu! will prepare morning
porridge, cook a relaxing lunch during work days, and
put together entertaining evenings for larger groups
of friends. From its à la carte list, Kamu! recommends
seasonal local food and organic products. We also
serve a mouthwatering selection of coffees and teas!
of celebration in the idyllic Holvistoravintola Bastion.
Also available by reservation. Banquets can also be
ordered. Raatihuoneenkatu 12, Hamina,
+358 400 854 879, [email protected]
www.holvistoravintolabastioni.fi
KONDITORIA-KAHVILA HUOVILA, HAMINA
Traditional patisserie delicacies since 1966.
Fredrikinkatu 1, Hamina, +358 5 344 0930
[email protected]
Rosso and Hesburger, Hamina
Cafe Tulikukko, Kotka
www.elisanet.fi/konditoria.huovila.oy
RAATI CAFE KANELI, HAMINA
RAVINTOLA LA MUSTANG, KOTKA
A café-restaurant with a licence to serve alcohol.
A genuine Nepalese restaurant with a warm and
Banquet service and table reservations.
relaxed atmosphere brings a touch of exotic Nepal
Also home delivery.
and India to the heart of Kotka.
Raatihuoneenkatu 1, Hamina, +358 40 199 1298,
Keskuskatu 29, Kotka, +358 45 180 9522
[email protected]
[email protected]
www.ravintolamustang.com
PATISSERIE IN CAFE SITRUUNAMELISSA,
KOTKA
A fresh, lively café attached to a modern bakery,
which serves fresh savoury and sweet delicacies from
its own patisserie every day.
Karhulantie 34, Kotka, +358 40 846 0128,
+358 5 262 378, [email protected],
www.sitruunamelissa.fi
VILLA RESTAURANT – BANQUET SERVICE
YRTTITUULI, KOTKA
Sweet and savoury treats baked in the island's own
When you need a break, navigate your way to the
Cafe Tulikukko in the heart of Sapokka! Unwind by the
sea. Admire the boats gleaming in the sun and enjoy a
steaming special coffee. Raise a sparkling glass in the
company of friends on our magnificent seaside terrace.
Kotka's widest range of teas and coffees, pastries that
melt in the mouth and our famous salmon soup will
tempt you to stop by. We offer tailored excursion experiences and delicious catering packages for companies
and groups.Opening hours and events www.tulikukko.fi
Isoympyräkatu 15, Hamina
Rosso: +358 10 763 5900,
Hesburger: +358 10 763 5906
www.raflaamo.fi/rosso, www.hesburger.fi
Finns have been enjoying Rosso's pizzas, pasta and
steaks since 1978! We also have a children's menu and
play area. Hesburger is known for providing flavours
enjoyed by all. Hamina's Rosso and Hesburger are
located in the S shopping centre next to
the market square.
kitchen. Kärkisaarentie 60, Kotka, +358 45 1744047,
Säästöpirtintie 70, Miehikkälä,
[email protected]
tour. Our unique environment and freshly baked
www.merihuvilakarkisaari.fi
Home food on weekdays from 11 am to 2 pm.
Tervasaari, Hamina, +358 401381240
[email protected]
www.lounaskahvilatervasaari.com
TILAUSRAVINTOLA OLKIHATTU, VIROLAHTI
An atmospheric restaurant in a converted old stone barn
programmes. Open on request.
Take a break in our café during your museum
[email protected], www.yrttituuli.fi,
Open all day, in Hamina harbour!
at the heart of Kaakon Golf. Meetings, celebrations and
SALPA LINE MUSEUM CAFÉ, MIEHIKKÄLÄ
Santalahti, Santa Cafe, Kotka
LOUNAS-KAHVILA TERVASAARI, HAMINA
Säkäjärventie 204, Virolahti, +358 50 307 9444
[email protected]
STUDENT CANTEEN AURA, VIROLAHTI
Aura serves breakfast, lunch and dinner on weekdays in
manor-house surroundings. We also provide meeting
delicacies invite visitors to spend a relaxing moment
and celebration services.
CAPTAINS KARAOKE NIGHT CLUB, KOTKA
with a refreshing cup of coffee. Restaurant services
Viipurintie 541, Ravijoki, +358 44 739 4040,
Kapteeninkatu 9, Kotka
for groups can be booked year-round.
[email protected], www.harjunopk.fi
[email protected], www.karaokebar.net
www.salpakeskus.fi/en
CAFE BUNKKERI & BANQUET SERVICE
KARDEMUMMA, VIROLAHTI
Tue 8 pm–3 am, Wed–Sat 8 pm–4 am
Karaoke: from opening to closing time
Black Jack: Wed–Sat 11 pm–3.30 am
Special coffees and selected delicacies at the resort.
We also welcome pets!
Santalahdentie 150, Kotka
www.santalahti.fi/en
Delicious pastries and great tasting food, all made with
love on the premises from the best ingredients.
Vaalimaantie 1318, Ala-Pihlaja,
+358 44 308 2462, [email protected],
www.southeast135.fi/restaurants
www.facebook.com/cafe bunkkeri
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Santalahti Holiday Resort
Santalahti Holiday Resort, Kotka
Santalahdentie 150, Kotka
Holiday cottages and luxury apartments by the sea. The apartments are located
+358 5 260 5055
on the southern slope next to the beach. All resort services and the golf course
[email protected]
are within walking distance. Santalahti is Southern Finland's only five-star
Open year round
camping site.
www.santalahti.fi/en
Original Sokos Hotel Seurahuone Kotka
These are mornings that
I will never forget.
Accommodation
Keskuskatu 21, Kotka
Over the decades, Original by Sokos Hotels has grown and developed to the
+358 10 7821 000
rhythm of the world around it. Because this hotel thinks the way you do, it will
[email protected]
welcome you as a person, not a reservation number. This hotel serves and cares
www.sokoshotels.fi/en
for its customers – it has your interests at heart.
Sea Hotel Mäntyniemi, Pyhtää
Mäntyniementie 268, Pyhtää
An atmospheric family hotel in a peaceful seaside setting. A harbour for small
[email protected]
boats and beach are located in front of the hotel. Customers also have a
+358 5 3533 100
swimming pool, traditional beach sauna and hotel boats and bicycles at their
www.hotelmantyniemi.fi
disposal, and can enjoy a range of other activities. Restaurant, an inviting summer
terrace and meeting facilities for 100 people in a seaside setting.
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Spa Hotel Hamina
Hamina Seurahuone
Majatalo Torppa and Pikku Torppa, Kotka
KARHULAN HOVI, KOTKA
Bed and breakfast accommodation is available
between May and August. We cordially welcome
you to hold your major and everyday celebrations
and meetings here.
Ahlströmintie 26, Kotka, +358 10 234 6710,
[email protected], www.nexthotels.fi
Sibeliuskatu 32, Hamina, [email protected],
Pikkuympyränkatu 5, Hamina
+358 5 3535 555, fax.+358 5 03535 544
+358 10 7635 871, [email protected]
www.spahotelhamina.fi
www.raflaamo.fi/hamina/ravintola-seurahuone-hamina
In the hotel's spa complex you will find swimming pools,
www.raflaamo.fi/hamina/hostina-kompas-hamina
a jacuzzi, a cold-water pool, massaging waterfalls,
Hotel Haminan Seurahuone has 12 cosy hotel rooms,
saunas and a gym. Some of the hotel's modern, bright
including rooms for single travellers as well as for fam-
and well-furnished rooms are equipped with air-condi-
ilies. The hotel has a Czech style pub, Hostina Kompas,
tioning. Room prices include access to the swimming
which serves Czech beers, generous portions of pub
pool area and gym, a sturdy breakfast and Wi-Fi, parking
food in an enjoyable atmosphere.
and saunas.
Apartment hotel Oravanpesä, Virolahti
RESIDENTIAL HOTEL AALLON MAJA, KOTKA
Mäenpääntie 144, Kotka, Korkeakoski
An affordable apartment hotel in Alvar Aalto's
+358 400 500 022, [email protected]
Sunila, for groups, individual travellers and their
www.majatalotorppa.com
families.
Enjoy a comfortable stay! Cosy overnight accommoda-
www.aallonmaja.com
tion close to the rich fishing grounds of the River Kymijoki, a fantastic area for excursions and close to Kotka
city centre. Ideal for group and family accommodation.
KYMEN MÖKIT – COTTAGE RENTAL, KOTKA
The new Pikku Torppa log building offers the full range
Holiday cottages on the banks of the River
of conveniences and can accommodate 6 people.
Kymijoki, in the village area and on the island. For
holidays, fishing trips, meetings, Christmas parties,
and as temporary residences!
Hotel Cumulus Kotka
Huruksela, Kotka, [email protected],
www.kymenmokit.fi
Sweet
dreams,
and happy
visions!
COTTAGES PYHTÄÄN VUOKRAMÖKIT,
PYHTÄÄ
Welcome to enjoying the sea breeze and natural
tranquillity, in cosy shoreline cottages in the
setting of Pyhtää's most stunning archipelago.
Haakelintie 5, Ravijoki, Virolahti
Tiilikuja 9, Kotka, +358 5 269 3100,
+358 41 476 5994
[email protected], www.hotellimaailma.fi,
www.finkvartir.com
www.hotelworld.fi, online reservations 24 h
This quality, affordable apartment hotel is located 20 km
www.cumulus.fi/en
from Hamina, in the beautiful natural scenery of Vaali-
This cosy hotel, ideal for both business and leisure
maa. Each apartment is equipped with the full
trips, is located 7 km from the centre of Kotka,
An affordable apartment hotel in Hamina for
range of conveniences and has a terrace. Customers
by route E18. Friendly service and a cheerful
groups, individual families and their families.
also have access to a children's play area, barbecue
atmosphere guarantee that you will want to stay
Bernerintie 1, Hamina, +358 50 591 2601
facilities, parking area, sauna and Wi-Fi.
longer in Kotka!
[email protected], www.petkele.net
Tuuskintie 308, Siltakylä, +358 40 065 0677,
[email protected], www.pyhtaanvuokramokit.fi
APARTMENT HOTEL PETKELE, HAMINA
HOTEL LEIKARI, KOTKA
Southern Finland's only
five-star camping site!
A three-star hotel and motel at the junction of
the E18 road and highway 15. Sauna plus meeting
rooms for 20–150 people. The restaurant offers a
lunch buffet (Mon–Sat) and an à la carte menu.
Competitively priced car wash TAMMERmatic.
Haminantie 261, Kotka, +358 5 227 8111,
[email protected],
www.hotellileikari.fi
Santalahti Holiday Resort, Kotka
Camping site *****
Quality services for campers, all resort services
available. Cottages and luxury apartments.
www.santalahti.fi/en
HOTEL SANTALAHTI, KOTKA
Accommodation and meeting facilities. Breakfast,
lunch, dinner, à la carte and celebration services.
Mastotie 1, Kotka, +358 5 226 8010
www.hotellisantalahti.fi
KYLÄSEPÄN MAJA INN, MIEHIKKÄLÄ
Accommodation for 2–3 people. Small kitchen,
microwave, coffee maker, tableware, wood-burning stove, shower, toilet, TV and wireless internet
connection.
Muurikkalantie 8, Miehikkälä, +358 44 344 7449
[email protected],
www.kylasepanmaja.fi
HARJUN HOVI MANOR, VIROLAHTI
Harju offers accommodation based on advance
bookings in an educational institute in an idyllic
manor house environment, for individuals and
larger groups.
Katariinankuja 19, Ravijoki, +358 5 229 5500
[email protected],
www.harjunopk.fi
This is a place to inspire
everyone.
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Adding a spark to
meetings
Great for one and all!
MARITIME CENTRE VELLAMO, KOTKA
VALOMAGIA, KOTKA
Come to this congress facility, for experiences and the
By energising your company's employees, you will also
inspiration to have new ideas and make good decisions!
brighten your corporate image. A broad range of occupational
A majestic boat hall and convertible meeting and
wellbeing, experience-based services! Bring wellbeing to your
restaurant facilities are ideal as venues for a range of
work community in the idyllic surroundings of the seaside
meetings, celebrations, seminars and events. A free tour
villa Merihuvila Kärkisaari. Training, lectures and the Wellness
of the centre's exhibition is included in all facility rental.
congress packages. Kärkisaarentie 60, Kotka,
Tornatorintie 99, Kotka, +358 40 350 0497,
+358 50 544 2214 [email protected]
[email protected],
www.merihuvilakarkisaari.fi
www.merikeskusvellamo.fi/en
PYROLL AREENA, PYHTÄÄ
O`JES-TILAT, KOTKA
A range of facilities for private events. A spacious, stylish
celebration, meeting and representation facility with a
modern kitchen and spa-style sauna area. We also
Groups
offer programme services!
Runeberginkatu 15 (2 flr.), Kotka, +358 40 514 4672,
[email protected], www.ojes.fi
A sports and exercise centre offering a range of services
and excellent opportunities to get fit based on a number of
activities. The most popular activities at the Pyroll Areena
include the gym, Wattbike, padel, floorball, futsal, and
badminton and volleyball. The Pyroll Areena is available for
booking and as required.
Huutjärventie 187, Heinlahti, +358 445 112 175,
www.pyrollareena.fi
SANTALAHTI HOLIDAY RESORT
MEETING SERVICES AND SAUNAS, KOTKA
Cave smoke sauna, meetings, catering, accommodation
in line with your wishes.
www.santalahti.fi/en
Along for the ride
JYRKILÄ
Bus and taxi services – Kotka, Hamina, Pyhtää. Our modern
fleet and skilled staff will take care of your group at all times of
the day and night! Aittakorventie 2, Kotka
SIRIUS SPORT RESORT, PYHTÄÄ
Chartered coach services for hire +358 5 225 5252,
Organise an unforgettable meeting experience for your
[email protected] www.jyrkila.com
clients in the Skyfall Restaurant's 20/40/60 person
meeting facilities. +358 44 738 78 30,
JAPI-MATKAT
[email protected], www.siriussport.fi/en
A travel agent with 20 years of experience of trips to Russia.
Russian visa service, group journeys, military history tours to
See the
cruise and
nature site
services on
p. 16–17
SALPA LINE MUSEUM, MIEHIKKÄLÄ
Russia and chartered coach services.
Spend a relaxing meeting day in the historical
Kaivokatu 10, Hamina, tel/fax +358 5 355 9365,
surroundings of the Salpa Line. The Salpa Line Museum
[email protected], www.japi-matkat.fi
offers a range of options for recreation days, excursions,
meetings and celebrations. Säästöpirtintie 70,
All Southeast journeys are packaged by:
Miehikkälä, [email protected],
www.salpakeskus.fi/en
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HARJUN HOVI, VIROLAHTI
[email protected]
www.kymenmatkat.fi
Harju offers a successful meeting or training day for
all in an idyllic manor house environment: meeting
facilities, 200-person auditorium, banquet services,
programme services, seaside villa and accommodation
for larger as well as smaller groups.
Katariinankuja 19, Ravijoki, +358 5 229 5500,
www.southeast135.fi/meetings
KYMENMATKAT OY
+358 40 135 6586
[email protected], www.harjunopk.fi
Are you looking for a meeting or sauna facility
in the Kotka-Hamina region for your event?
You can find Southeast135° meeting and sauna
facilities easily, from a single place!
www.southeast135.fi/meetings
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Sokos, Kotka
KITCHEN EQUIPMENT SHOP PURNUKKA, KOTKA
This home cooks' paradise offers a high-quality range
of products for cooks and dinner servers. We offer all of
the newest, practical tools for making everyday cooking
a pleasure, even for the most refined tastes. Kauppakatu
3, Kotka, +358 50 306 2848,
[email protected], www.purnukka.fi.
LASTEN VAATEKAAPPI, KOTKA
High-quality clothes and shoes for 0–14-year-old
children, and maternity and breastfeeding clothes
Pasaati Shopping Centre, Kotka
Sokos, Pasaati, Kotka
for mothers. Labels include Reima, Name It, Ticket
+358 10 763 5101
Outdoor, Sorel, Gugguu, Mainio, Mini Rodini and
Mon-Fri 9 am–8 pm, Sat 9 am–6 pm,
Mamalicious.
Sun 12 noon–5 pm
www.sokos.fi, www.s-kanava.fi
Jumalniementie 7, Kotka, +358 44 741 1401,
Pukumies, Kotka
Shopping – always a
good idea!
TAMBURIINI, KOTKA
An impossible internal decor and antique shop in the
Karhula region of Kotka. Antiques, retro, treasures from
Grandma's place, great ideas and new internal decor
products for a variety of tastes!
Keskuskatu 10, Kotka
Reinolankatu 2, Kotka, +358 40 72 70454,
Mon—Fri 7 am–9 pm, Sat 7 am–6 pm, Sun 12
noon–6 pm
www.tamburiini.fi
www.pasaati.fi/en
PARTTIA, KOTKA
Pasaati is a diverse shopping centre right in the heart of
Kotka. Our welcoming milieu has almost 100 businesses
providing shopping, entertainment and various services.
Pasaati offers you an extensive selection of shops,
Shopping
[email protected], www.lastenvaatekaappi.fi
restaurants, cafés and services all under one roof Our
high-quality brands and easy shopping are sure to bring
a smile to your face. See you at Pasaati!
Everything you need for your sauna! Infrared sauna and
Pasaati Shopping Centre, Floor 2, Kotka,
sauna accessories from the factory outlet and online
+358 10 763 5101
store.
Mon–Fri 9.30 am–7 pm, Sat 9.30 am–4 pm,
Hiidenkirnuntie 5, Kotka, +358 5 227 550,
Sun 12 pm –4 pm
www.s-kanava.fi
[email protected], www.parttia.fi
MUSEUM SHOP PLOOTU, KOTKA
Plootu's selection of products for sale includes books,
Jumalniemi Shopping Centre,
Prisma, Kotka
textiles and Maritime Centre Vellamo's own products as
gifts, for yourself, for children or for adults.
Maritime Centre Vellamo, Tornatorintie 99, Kotka.
www.merikeskusvellamo.fi/en
MULTICULTURAL CENTER MYLLY, KOTKA
Thai restaurant, gift shop, hairdresser, Russian
virtual museum, exhibitions, celebrations, meetings,
Gutzeitintie 14, Kotka (Sapokka), +358 40 526 5407,
Jumalniementie 7, Kotka
www.jumalniemenkauppakeskus.fi
[email protected], www.mylly.eu
Excellent, free parking and 20 or so shops whose prod-
www.southeast135.fi
uct range includes interior decor, clothes, cosmetics,
Hakamäentie 1, Kotka
products for the home, travel, various products and
A hypermarket for the whole family, with a regularly
clothing for children, jewellery and pet products. There
refreshed, affordable and broad selection.
is also a café and an i+ infopoint.
www.prisma.fi
Come and enjoy a shopping experience!
MUSEUM SHOP RASLA, MIEHIKKÄLÄ
In addition to souvenirs and local handicrafts, we offer
literature and music on museum themes, army goods,
and specialties from Miehikkälä and the museum.
Salpa Line Museum, Säästöpirtintie 70,
Miehikkälä, +358 44 383 5091, [email protected],
www.salpakeskus.fi/en
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NEITTAMON HERKKU, KOTKA
We sell meat, processed meat products, fish, processed
fish products and bread, all from local producers.
Sutelantie 303, Kotka, tel. +358 50 500 8080,
[email protected],
www.neittamonherkku.fi
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GOODWILL RECYCLE STORES
Goodwill accepts donations of objects in good condition. We use the income from the products we sell
to maintain and develop employment activities in the
South Kymenlaakso region.
Pass it forward!
GOODWILL KARHULA
Tikankatu 10, 48600 Kotka
GOODWILL HAMINA
Rautatienkatu 3, 49400 Hamina
GOODWILL VIROJOKI
Virojoentie 7, 49900 Virolahti
All of the stores can be reached on the joint number
+358 44 777 0418. www.sotek.fi/gw
www.facebook.com/GoodwillSotek
In our region shops can stay open each day
See
market events
p. 28–31 and
from 7 am to 9 pm also on public holidays
(hours of business vary by retailer)
www.southeast135.fi/
events
PUBLIC HOLIDAYS 2015
1 Jan –
New Year's Day
6 Jan – Epiphany
3 Apr – Good Friday
5 Apr – Easter Sunday
6 Apr – Easter Monday
30 Apr – May Day Eve
1 May – May Day
KOTKA MARKETPLACE
HAMINA MARKETPLACE
Kustaankatu 2, Kotka
A meeting place in Kotka city centre, where coffee is
served all year round. A market is held on the first
Thursday of each month, except for 8 January.
One of Finland's largest markets in surface area and brimming
with the atmosphere of a genuine, traditional market. Summer
markets during May to August and an evening market on
Fridays, programme begins at 4 pm. Midsummer Week
Thursday 18 June.
SAPOKKA MARKETPLACE
14 May – Ascension Day
Sapokankatu 2, Kotka
Marketplace next to the Sapokka small boat harbour.
24 May – Whit Sunday
19 Jun – Midsummer Eve
20 Jun – Midsummer Day
31 Oct – All Saints' Day
Seppälä Sheep Farm, Miehikkälä
6 Dec – Finnish Independence Day
Ethically produced, high-quality Finnish lamb, and lamb and
24 Dec – Christmas Eve
sheep fleeces, genuine wool in various natural colours, vari-
25 Dec – Christmas Day
ous hand-crafted felt products and woollen shawls.
26 Dec – Boxing Day
Peltotie 30, Miehikkälä,
31 Dec – New Year's Eve
+358 503258789, +358 503385254
[email protected]
seppalanlammastila.webs.com
KARHULA MARKET
Vesivallinaukio, Kotka
Old-time market atmosphere goods for sale on
Wednesdays and Saturdays, from 6 am to 2.30 pm.
VIROJOKI SUMMER MARKETS
In the courtyard of Virojoki Municipal Hall from 7 June–13
September on Saturdays 8–11 am, and on Midsummer Eve
during Midsummer week. Klamila Summer
Market by Uuno Klamin Road on Fridays from 6 pm to 7.30
pm on 6 June–15 August, except Midsummer week.
MIEHIKKÄLÄ SUMMER MARKET
Miehikkälä summer markets will be held in the new marketplace in the centre of the village from 9 am–4 pm 5.6.–
21.8.2015. Midsummer Week Thursday 18 June.
FUN ACTIVITIES FOR
CHILDREN!
Join Sam Southeast from
Southeastland on an adventure
and find all of his 135 friends!
The best tips
for children:
The whole bunch escaped from their
vehicle to enjoy the attractions located
along the E18 motorway. Adventure135
is an adventure game for junior
members of the family, which will take
you through the sights of the Southeast
from one time and place to another.
www.southeast135.fi/kids
The game will be released in March 2015. Download this
free game from the Google Play Store or Apple App Store.
Maritime Centre Vellamo
Welcome to this child friendly museum! Over 50 activity points
for children, which are sure to keep them entertained.
THE SALPA LINE MUSEUM offers
even the youngest members of
your family exciting things to
see, experience and try out!
Kumparepuisto Park, Kotka
Let's go to the island!
SOUTHEAST135° IS ALL THIS!
MIEHIKKÄLÄ
Pyhtää offers a vast range of activities. The
fascinating Kaunissaari Island, the hikers and skiers’
favourite ­Valkmusa National Park ­and the Sirius
Sport Resort are sure to raise your pulse rate.
Kotka is the most beautiful of seaside cities.
Established where the River Kymijoki meets the
sea, this city has long traditions in seafaring.
Kotka city centre is situated on an island. The City
Port, dripping with the atmosphere of the past, is
located on the northern shore of Kotka.
The Children's Maritime Festival
is one of Finland's largest
children's festivals. Come and
join us on 24–26 July!
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HAMINA
VAALIMAA
VIROLAHTI
KOTKA
PYHTÄÄ
ARCTIC CIRCLE
Hamina is one of the oldest cities in Finland.
Due to its location, it has also been of great
military importance. The city’s 360-year history
can be appreciated by exploring the city centre’s
circular town plan and fortifications.
Virolahti has the most authentic natural setting
in the Southeastern corner of Finland. The region
is animated by its busy border crossing point and
the associated services. Virolahti is an ideal spot
for bird watching, due to the avian mass migration
routes directly above Virolahti.
Katariina Seaside Park, Kotka
Maretarium
A life-like aquarium setting
for Finnish fish species offers
something to see for the whole
family!
HELSINKI
STOCKHOLM
Miehikkälä offers a beautiful rural landscape
and Finnish military history in a single package.
The municipality is crossed by the Salpa Line
– a defensive line from the Second World War.
Finnish military history can be explored along the
Salpapolku hiking trail, which winds its way along
the Salpa Line.
HELSINKI 115 KM
Many lovely playgrounds for children around Southeast135° region!
TALLINN
ST PETERSBURG
ST PETERSBURG 188 KM
PYHTÄÄ | KOTKA | HAMINA | VIROLAHTI | MIEHIKKÄLÄ
PYHTÄÄ | KOTKA | HAMINA | VIROLAHTI | MIEHIKKÄLÄ
www.southeast135.fi
Southeast135° Tourism
[email protected] +358 40 135 6588
Kotka Tourist Information
Kirkkokatu 6, 48100 Kotka
Open
Mon–Fri 9 am–4 pm
1 Jun–22 Aug Mon–Fri 9 am–5 pm
Sat 10 am–3 pm
Hamina Tourist and Event Service
Raatihuoneentori 16, 49400 Hamina
Open
Mon–Fri 9 am–4 pm
1 Jun-23 Aug Mon–Fri 9 am–5 pm
Sat–Sun 10 am–3 pm
Digital Signage Boards
Jumalniemi / Anttila: Jumalniementie 7, Kotka
Santalahti Holiday Resort, Santalahdentie 150, Kotka
Spahotel Hamina, Sibeliuskatu 32, Hamina
ABC Majakka Pyhtää: Pyhtääntie 38–40 Pyhtää
Vaalimaa Rajahovi: Rajahovintie 10, Virolahti
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