5 fun autumn holiday activities in Raseborg
Spend a fun-filled autumn holiday in Raseborg! There are plenty of fun activities for the whole family, with something to enjoy for all ages. Explore the area’s fascinating history, get active in the great outdoors and enjoy delicious treats from local markets, cafés and restaurants.
1. Celebrate Kekri at Fiskars Museum
At Fiskars Museum, the autumn holiday gets a traditional twist with a celebration of Kekri! Once celebrated on farms across Finland, Kekri was a harvest festival marking the end of the harvest season and the start of a new year. The museum offers fun activities for the whole family while learning more about this old Finnish tradition. Try your hand at solving tricky riddles about different objects or have a go at the intriguing fortune-telling game.
If you’re interested in art, head to the art house Chappe in Ekenäs, where new thought-provoking exhibitions open on 2 October. You can also explore the works, objects and photographs of Helene Schjerfbeck at Raseborgs Museum, or learn more about the fascinating history of the magnificent Svartå Manor.
2. Plenty of indoor fun
The autumn weather can be wonderfully unpredictable, but luckily there are plenty of fun indoor activities to enjoy in Raseborg. Challenge the family to a game of bowling, try indoor climbing at Keiv or play a game of padel at one of our fantastic padel centres.
In Karis, you can lace up your skates and enjoy some public ice skating, while the library in Ekenäs has autumn holiday crafts for creative minds of all ages.
For something a little more relaxed, Raseborg also has two retro cinemas in Ekenäs and Karis, where you can sit back and enjoy a film together. On Sunday 11 October, Bio Pallas will host a cultural event for children, featuring Grammy-nominated children’s musician Brady Rymer and magician Professor Bluffo.
3. Walk among trees and trolls
There are dozens of nature trails and hiking routes to explore in Raseborg. The approximately two-kilometre-long Tree Species Path in Fiskars is perfect for children who enjoy spending time outdoors. Along the trail, you’ll come across 25 different tree species, including an oak that is as old as the ironworks itself. Why not see who in the family can recognise the most trees?
Older children can take on the approximately five-kilometre Troll Forest Trail in Ekenäs. Keep your eyes peeled. Could there be a troll hiding among the trees? Pack a tasty snack and take a break at the shelter along the way.
On Friday 16 October, join Hangö Front Museum for an exciting autumn holiday outing to Lake Vitsjön in Västerby outdoor recreation centre. Bring the whole family, try metal detecting and gather around the campfire to hear stories from the local area.
Find more nature trails in Raseborg here.
4. Step back in time
Although the city of Raseborg is only 16 years old, the history of its districts and villages goes back much further. In the historic ironworks villages of Svartå, Billnäs and Fiskars, you can learn more about the ironworks and their importance to the history of Raseborg.
Deep in the forests of Snappertuna, charcoal was once produced to fuel iron production. At The Charchoal Village Malmbacka, you can learn more about the traditional charcoal-making process through an exhibition or guided tour. Afterwards, unwind in the wood-fired sauna.
In Ekenäs Old Town, wander along the charming streets, admire the old wooden houses and imagine what life in the town was like in the past. The street names offer clues, telling stories of everyday life and how the townspeople made their living.
Want to dive even deeper into Raseborg’s history? Book a guided tour and let a knowledgeable guide bring the people, places and events that have shaped the region to life.
5. Fill your belly with local flavours
In Raseborg, we value clean, fair and locally produced food. Local chefs know the importance of using ingredients from the area, and you’ll find local produce on the menus of many restaurants. Enjoy a delicious lunch or take a refreshing coffee break in a historic setting or with a sea view.
Find restaurants and cafés in Raseborg here.
