Raseborg’s Christmas markets are filled with festive cheer! Browse the market stalls for beautiful handicrafts, Christmas sweets, wreaths, decorations, delicious treats for the Christmas table, knitted goods, homemade baked goods and handmade gifts.
Christmas markets have long been a cherished tradition in Raseborg’s towns and villages. Among the largest are the Old-Fashioned Christmas Market in Ekenäs and the Fiskars Christmas Market. Smaller Christmas markets and bazaars are also held in town centres and at traditional community venues in the countryside.
Discover more Christmas events in Raseborg’s Event Calendar, which is continuously updated with new events.
Christmas Shopping at Your Own Pace
Tired of the Christmas rush and crowded shopping centres? Skip the hustle and bustle and explore Raseborg’s charming local shops, where you’ll find unique, high-quality gifts for everyone on your Christmas list.
In Fiskars Village, more than 20 shops and workshops are open all year round. Take your time browsing the cosy boutiques, where you’ll find everything from local delicacies to clothing, homeware, art and jewellery. Pop into the artisans’ workshops to see them at work and pick up unique handmade gifts for your loved ones.
The town centres of Ekenäs and Karis are compact and easy to explore on foot. In picturesque Ekenäs, you’ll find Finland’s oldest pedestrian shopping street, Kungsgatan, lined with charming shops with friendly, personal service. Browse books, clothing and home décor, or hunt for hidden treasures in the local vintage shops.
At Frimans Diversehandel in Tenala, you can experience the charm of a traditional village shop, with shelves stocked with a little bit of everything. Stop by the well-stocked cheese counter to try the popular local Tenala cheese, and don’t forget to admire the miniature Christmas village in the shop window.
The Coca-Cola Christmas Truck Comes to Billnäs Village
While you’re there, take some time to browse the charming little shops at Lähettämö, enjoy a delicious meal at Billnäs Bruk Restaurant or Billnäs Gård, and treat yourself to something sweet from Billnäs Chocolate Factory, where you’ll find handmade chocolates in a wide variety of flavours.
Christmas Exhibitions
Discover what Christmas was like in the old ironworks community at Fiskars Museum’s Christmas at Hammarbacken exhibition. In the workers’ home, a Christmas tree hangs from the ceiling and a simple Christmas dinner is set out on the table. Over at the Stone House, the ironworks owner’s coffee table is filled with festive treats.
The charming Christmas tree exhibition in Fiskars Village is a must-visit during the holiday season. The trees have been decorated by local artisans and artists, businesses, associations, and the local school – making each tree a unique work of art. The Christmas tree exhibition is open from 21st November 2026 to 6th January 2027 Thursday-Sunday at 11-18.
The Old Town Christmas Calendar
The much-loved Christmas calendar in Ekenäs Old Town returns! Wander through the charming streets and discover beautifully decorated Christmas windows among the historic wooden houses. With its snow-covered lanes, twinkling Christmas lights and picturesque surroundings, the Old Town is especially magical at this time of year.
Every day leading up to Christmas, a new clue is posted on the Ekenäs Old Town website, revealing where to find the day’s Christmas window. Follow the clues and enjoy a festive treasure hunt through the Old Town.
While you’re exploring, stop by Café Gamla Stan, tucked away in a little 18th-century cottage among the old wooden houses. In December, you can settle into its cosy Christmas cottage, warm up by the open fire, and enjoy a cup of mulled wine and some homemade pastries.
Lucia Brings Light to the Winter Darkness
On 13 December, Lucia brings light and joy to communities across Finland. The Lucia tradition is still going strong in Raseborg, where three Lucias are chosen each year to brighten up the darkest time of the year: one in Tenala-Bromarv, one in Karis-Pojo and one in Ekenäs.
The celebrations include traditional Lucia crowning ceremonies and beautiful performances in Raseborg’s historic churches. More information about this year’s Lucia celebrations will be announced closer to the date.
Festive Christmas Concerts
There’s nothing quite like Christmas music to get you into the festive spirit. Throughout the season, Raseborg’s churches and cultural venues come alive with beautiful Christmas concerts. And what better way to enjoy the season than to sit back, relax and listen to your favourite Christmas songs?
Is there a better way to spend a day indoors than at a museum? Visit a museum or one of the several art galleries in Raseborg. In Ekenäs, you get to visit both the famous Chappe art museum and the new Helene Schjerfbeck exhibition at Raseborgs Museum, with the same entrance ticket. The museums also regularly organize free guided tours. While you’re at it, you can also check out the neighboring Galleri Elverket, which has free admission. In turn, Fiskars offers the KWUM ceramics museum, the Fiskars Museum about the village’s history, and several smaller exhibitions scattered around the village.
In both Ekenäs and Karis, you have the opportunity to combine beautiful art with a library visit. In Galleri Perspektivet at the Ekenäs library, both school groups and professional artists exhibit their works. During the summer, you can also purchase decommissioned books from the Ekenäs library for a small fee. At the libraries you will definitely find entertaining reading for your visit in Raseborg. In Karis, you will find the culture center Fokus, which has a library, a gallery and a small café. The building also houses the Tryckeriteatern, where you can enjoy theater, concerts and stand-up comedy. In Raseborg, there are libraries in Ekenäs, Karis, Tenala, Pojo, Bromarv and Svartå. See more about the opening hours here.
Activities
For a more active day, you can visit the KEIV climbing gym or theBowling hallin Ekenäs. For sports enthusiasts, there are indoor courts to rent for both tennis and padel at Karis Padel and Ekenäs Tennis Club. Despite the rain you can still play disc golf thanks to Jyms frisbee golf- and ice hockey simulator. For some mental gymnastics you can visit Escape Room Raseborg. End the day by relaxing in a comfy chair in front of an exciting movie at Bio Forum or Bio Pallas.
Don’t let rainy days be bad news; instead, let them create opportunities to collect unforgettable experiences! Book a chocolate class at Billnäs Chocolate Factory. During the class you get to create your own sweet treats and taste several kinds of chocolate. Sounds like a dream, right? In Fiskars, you can try glassblowing, wood carving, candle making and painting classes, among other things. More information about workshops in Fiskars is available on the Fiskars Village website.
For a truly relaxing experience, Raseborg offers a variety of services. Book a soothing massage, a facial treatment, or refresh your hairstyle at one of our many hair salons. See more about the services offered in Raseborg here. Rain is also no obstacle to relaxing in a warm sauna. For example, saunas can be found in most accomodation options; read more about Saunas in Raseborg.
What does Raseborg have to offer?
Bad weather is also an excellent excuse to do some secondhand shopping. Did you know that there are several secondhand stores in Raseborg? Visit the Vintage Centre Måll in Karis and while you are at it, peek into several other flea markets located on the nearby streets Centralgatan and Köpmansgatan. In Ekenäs you can find bargains at Emmaus, Trollet or Sagoland Antiques. You can customize a second hand shopping tour with the help of this list of thrift- and vintage stores in Raseborg. Also, check out our event calendar for flea market and antique events.
Why not taste something new to brighten up the mood on a gray day? Book a table or make a spontaneous visit to one of our fantastic restaurants. Try locally brewed drinks at Ekta, interesting pizza from a menu that changes by the season at YLP!, or an atmospheric dinner at Restaurant Kw. Finer services and tasting experiences can be found at Restaurant Linnankrouvi in Svartå, at Billnäs Bruk and at Fiskars Wärdshus. In Raseborg, there are also several cafés offering a cozy atmosphere where one can either engage in lively discussions or quietly immerse oneself in an exciting book. A list of restaurants and cafés in Raseborg can be found here.
What happens in Raseborg?
Wondering what is happening in town during your stay here? You find most of the organized events in our events calendar. Most events are concentrated to the summer months, May to August, but there are both bigger and smaller events organized all year round. For example, many restaurants often host smaller music-events of which information might only be found at the social media pages of the restaurant in question. Welcome to Raseborg!
Are you dreaming of a break from everyday routines or perhaps an extended visit on your next trip? Extend your stay in Raasepori and work remotely from the city. There are many co-working opportunities here, both within walking distance of the train station and within driving distance of the city center.
We have listed five reasons why remote work from Raseborg is always a good idea.
1. Perfect location
Raseborg’s geographical location makes it easy to travel to the city from both Helsinki and Turku. Hop on the bus or train, or bring your own car – all roads will take you to Raseborg. Come for the day and experience a different environment and atmosphere or extend your trip with remote work. Because of the short distance from two of Finland’s largest cities, you can spend less time traveling and more time enjoying your leisure time.
2. City of opportunities
Stay in one district of Raseborg, discover another, work from a third. The possibilities are many, and the distances relatively short to enjoy the possibilities in versatile Raseborg.
3. Closeness to nature
Thanks to the closeness to nature and the short distances within the districts, you will always have a short way to a lush forest, a beautiful park or a soothing shoreline.
4. Bilingualism
Work in one language and practice another on your spare time. In bilingual Raseborg, where the majority speak Swedish, your remote work becomes a real language course – if you want.
5. Entrepreneurship deluxe
Share working space, work enjoyment and knowledge. Raseborg has plenty of entrepreneurs, small and large, so come and exchange knowledge with entrepreneurs in the city. And above all, come and make connections with the business community in Western Uusimaa.
Tips for co-working spaces in Raseborg
In Raseborg, there are co-working spaces both with and without accommodation. Read more about the different options in the different city districts:
Midsummer is a festival of solstice and light in Finland, celebrated this year on June 19–20 2026.
Traditional Finnish Midsummer festivities feature flowers, dancing, bonfires, and relaxing saunas where people traditionally use birch branches. In Raseborg, raising Midsummer poles and visiting Midsummer markets are also important traditions.
In Finland, Midsummer is a major national holiday that it celebrated throughout the country. The holiday is also associated with magic and various beliefs to try to ensure a good harvest or a good marriage.
What does Midsummer in Raseborg have to offer?
Wednesday June 17
The Old Town Association of Ekenäs (Föreningen Gamla stan i Ekenäs) raises a traditional Midsummer pole in the park Lindan , located by Västvallen in the Old Town. Once the pole has been raised, everyone is welcome to join a community picnic from 17:00–19:00, featuring music, games, and dancing around the Midsummer pole for children.
Midsummer market at Baggö Marina between 15:00–19:00. Pizza, waffles, coffee, tea, soft drinks, ice cream, Midsummer hostess gifts, and much more will be available for purchase.
Friday June 19 (Midsummer Eve)
A Midsummer celebration will be held at Raseborg Castle from 15:00–18:00. The festival is organized by the local village association and is free and open to everyone. Activities include live music, the raising of a traditional Midsummer pole, rodeo riding, and sausage grilling.
In Bromarv, you can buy summer delicacies at the Midsummer market from 8:30–13:00.
On Kopparö, Midsummer is celebrated with a traditional football match, sauna, and live music.
In Sandis café, Nicklas Grönholm takes the stage at 21:00, so dust off your dancing shoes and head to Sandnäsudd for a relaxed and fun midsummer evening.
Raseborg tourist information in Raseborgs Museum is closed June 19–20. We provide service again by telephone and e-mail from Monday June 22. The opening hours of shops, cafés and restaurants may also vary during Midsummer, so it is a good idea to check these in advance.
Take a look in the Raseborg’s event calendar for more information about upcoming events during the summer.
We keep our fingers crossed for beautiful midsummer weather, and we wish you all a happy midsummer!
The highlight of the route is the bridge built over the Svartån river right next to the fishway in the dam. The bridge has a vantage point from which you can admire the village in all its beauty, and perhaps even spot a fish climbing up the fishway during migration season! The information sign on the bridge teaches visitors about the efforts made to restore the population of freshwater pearl mussels in Svartån, and of the work being done to ease the journey of migratory fish up the river.
The history of Billnäs Village reaches nearly 400 years back in time. The industries of the village have in the past produced everything from iron bars to furniture and exotic fruits, and the signs of the lively industrial history are still clearly visible. One of the aims of the path is to familiarize the visitors of the historical significance of their idyllic surroundings.
The path is suitable for both bikers and hikers. Billnäs is also a part of Raseborg’s city bike network, so the path can easily be linked with for example the beautiful Railbank route reaching all the way to Åminnefors and Fiskars. There are also several resting points with tables and chairs along the route.
The opportunities of nature lovers in Billnäs are expanding, as this summer there’s a chance to rent a fat bike, an electric bike or a kayak from the village. Biking opportunities around Billnäs are numerous, and Svartån river offers wonderful scenery for paddlers.
The extensive outdoor area in Västerby is the city residents’ meeting place for outdoor activities of various kinds. Here, skiers, orienteers, exercisers, mountain bikers, frisbee golfers and nature lovers meet. The approximately 1,500 ha large outdoor recreation center consists of varied terrain with hiking trails, ski trails and picnic areas.
The popular outdoor recreation center has a new and updated map, to make your visit even more enjoyable. In addition to a new map, the outdoor recreation center has also received some news, such as exercise stairs, a roller ski track and a grilling hut easily accessible with a pram and wheelchair.
The map of the outdoor area can be downloaded from the link below.
Raseborg is continuosly developing the public transportation system to make it smoother and more accessible, also for our visitors! During the summer of 2023, the entire ticket and timetable system was renewed and is now known as Bosse. You can take the train to Karis and then hop on the local Bosse bus to experience the versatile and exciting neighborhoods in Raseborg. Plan your trip with the travel planner.
Travel to the peaceful archipelago village of Bromarv and enjoy a delicious meal at a local restaurant or explore Bromarv’s highest mountain (60m), Vaktkojberget, through a digital nature trail. There are also multiple daily bus tours to Ekenäs, where you can stroll among charming red wooden houses in the idyllic old town. Don’t miss the opportunity to visit Raseborg Museum and the art museum Chappe. Buses also conveniently take you to the historic Billnäs, Fiskars and Svartå. Get off the bus at the ironworks to learn more about their fascinating history. Explore workshops, galleries, and historical buildings to gain a deeper insight into their cultural heritage and enjoy everything they have to offer.
All bus timetables and routes in Raseborg can be found in the travel planner, which is part of Bosse, and you can travel on them using Bosse tickets.
Tickets
All ticket options are conveniently accessible through the Waltti Mobiili app! You can download the app for free from Google Play or the App Store. Alternatively, you can purchase a Bosse travel card, which allows you to load it with credit. These travel cards can be purchased from the Waltti online shop, R-kioski in Ekenäs or Luckan in Karis. The cost of a Bosse travel card is 5 €.
Ticket Options
Single ticket – Suitable for those travelling occasionally in the region. The single ticket is valid for 120 minutes. Single tickets can be purchased:
in Waltti Mobiili – 3,60 €
from a service point (R-kioski in Ekenäs, Luckan in Karis) – 3,80 €
on the bus with bank- or credit card – 3,80 €
Daily ticket – Suitable for those wanting to travel much under one day. The ticket is valid for 24 hours. Daily tickets cost 8,40 € and can be purchased:
from Waltti Mobiili
by obtaining a Bosse travel card and loading it with credit
from a service point (R-kioski in Ekenäs, Luckan in Karis)
on the bus with a bank- or credit card
30-day ticket – Suitable for those travelling on a regular basis. This ticket offers unlimited travel for the duration of its validity, allowing you to travel as frequently as you desire within that time frame. 30-day tickets cost 65 € and can be purchased:
from Waltti Mobiili
by loading the 30-day ticket on your Bosse travel card from the Waltti online shop or from a service point (R-kioski Ekenäs, Luckan Karis)
Value ticket – Suitable for those travelling a few times a week/month. With the Bosse travel card, you can load value that decreases as the card is used. With the value ticket, you can pay for single and day tickets on the bus. Value tickets can be purchased:
by buying a Bosse travel card and loading it with an optional amount in the Waltti online store
by buying a Bosse travel card and loading it with an optional amount in a service point (R-kioski in Ekenäs, Luckan in Karis)
Children aged 0-6 travel for free when accompanied by a paying passenger. Children under 7 travelling on their own need to purchase a child ticket.
PLEASE NOTE! Timetables and tickets for bus transportation going outside Raseborg are available on Matkahuolto’s website. Raseborg’s internal bus transportation is not visible on Matkahuolto.
Take the opportunity to enjoy the scenic surroundings and attractions of Raseborg and travel with Bosse, which will take you wherever you want in a comfortable and more sustainable way. Welcome to explore Raseborg with Bosse as your travel companion!
The pedestrian – and bicycle path between Karis and Ekenäs is called Åsen. You can bicycle, walk or run safely and smoothly along the lighted path that runs north of national road 25. The path starts at Kodin Tavaratalo (Ekenäsvägen) and ends in Langansböle. Along the approx. 5.5-kilometer-long path, there is also an underpass that goes under the highway in Horsbäck.
Have a break along the way, to enjoy a good cup of coffee with a freshly baked bun, or perhaps a tasty home cooked lunch when you are halfway. In Horsbäck, you will find Wi-Box Kitchen & Bakery, that is spoiling you with a tasty break from Monday to Saturday.
With the summer bus you can effortlessly visit Hanko’s and Raseborg’s greatest destinations! Stop for a seaside coffee in Ekenäs or visit idyllic Billnäs Village’s brand new terrace! The bus route has been made possible through a collaboration between the city of Raseborg and Hanko.
Summer bus timetable 17.6-14.8.2021 (changes possible)
Thursday-Saturday from Hanko to Fiskars Hanko at 9:30 a.m. Ekenäs at 10:00 a.m. Karis at 10:20-10:35 a.m. Billnäs at 10:42 a.m. Pojo at 10:50 a.m. Fiskars at 10:55 a.m. Antskog at 11:00 a.m. (if needed)
Thursday-Saturday from Fiskars to Hanko Antskog at 14:55 p.m. (if needed) Fiskars at 15:00 p.m. Pojo at 15:05 p.m. Billnäs at 15:12 p.m. Karis at 15:20-15:35 p.m. Ekenäs at 15:55 p.m. Hanko at 16:25 p.m.
