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!
This summer you can once again travel directly from Riihimäki to Ekenäs without changing trains. The regional rail service between Riihimäki and Ekenäs, which launched last summer, proved to be a great success. From 22 June to 26 July 2026, a direct connection to the unique town of Ekenäs will run every day of the week. All aboard the summer train!
Delicacies in Ekenäs
When you arrive in Ekenäs feeling hungry, your may want to head straight to one of the town’s many cozy lunch spots, all just a short walk from the train station. On your way to the town center, you’ll pass Lunch Restaurant Piazza, designed by Alvar Aalto himself, as well as the French-inspired restaurant Ribs and the local favorite, Santa Fé.
After lunch, it’s a good idea to pick up a city map to help you get around more easily. You can find one at the tourist information point located in Raseborgs museum, just about 150 meters from Ekenäs market square. This way, you will quickly grasp the town’s structure and also find out what’s going on in Ekenäs. Maps can also be downloaded from this page.
From the stairs of the old Town Hall by the market square, you can get a glimpse of the Ekenäs church tower. If you are in town on a market day, that is Wednesday or Saturday, it’s worth stopping by the square to browse the stalls and enjoy the goods offered by local vendors.
If you want to have a nice cup of coffee and maybe some local pastries, head to one of the cozy cafes by the market place.
Seaside Idyll
Follow Stora Kyrkogatan to the church, which is the heart of the Old Town. The construction of the church began already in the early 1650s, and it took another 20 years to finish the building. Damaged by the fire that raged in the Old Town in 1821, the subsequent reparation of the building transformed the church.
Outside, the church is surrounded by charming wooden houses and a small park. The trees offer a perfect hiding place from the sun.
Continue from the church park towards Basatorget. In the corner of this old market square, a pillory reminds of public punishments in the old days. After Basatorget, the next stop is Stallörsparken. There the children play in the town’s most popular playground, the Lion Park. The beach is filled with swimmers and sunbathers and all kinds of events are held.
On the other side of the beach stands one of the town’s most important landmarks, namely restaurant Knipan. It is said that when the restaurant was planned, the restaurant quota of Ekenäs was already filled and therefore the construction of Knipan wasn’t authorized. However, a loophole was found, and that is why Knipan was built on poles in the sea.
The North Harbour is located on the right side of Strandallén. Enjoy the seaside view or follow the incoming boats from the terraces and restaurants by the harbour.
The Charming Old Town
From Stallörsparken, we turn left to walk along Västvallen. Take in the sea scenery, spot swan couples and look into the winding roads of the Old Town. Turn to Linvävaregatan and enter the Old Town. Further up the street, there is a pink wooden house that is considered to be the oldest house in Ekenäs. If you are feeling thirsty, step into the charming Café Gamla Stan at Bastugatan. Enjoy tasty cakes and a cup of coffee under the apple trees in the cosy garden.
From the café, we continue to Fisktorget, where the fishermen used to gather to sell their catch. You can walk along the pier that starts from the old market square and goes around Södra viken. Make a stop in the park and ring the bell of Helene Schjerbeck’s monument.
From the park Skepparträdgården, you can see the tree tops of the Forest Park Ramsholmen. In the shadows of the trees, it’s easy to relax while listening to the birdsong. On your way to Ramsholmen, you can also admire Villa Skeppet, the last private residence designed by Alvar Aalto.
As you walk back toward the city center, you will soon see the award-winning art museum Chappe. By showing your train ticket, you will receive a sleep mask for free with your ticket purchase. The offer is valid while supplies last.
At the nearby Raseborg Museum, a new Helene Schjerfbeck exhibition opens on June 12. The artist lived in Ekenäs from 1925 to 1941, and the town served as an important source of inspiration for her work.
If you still have time, you can stroll through the charming small shops along Finland’s oldest pedestrian street, Kungsgatan. Head also back toward the beach and enjoy the selection of outdoor cafés and terraces.
During the summer, Raseborg is filled with a variety of exciting activities to explore and participate in. There is something for everyone, from music events to art exhibitions and sports competitions. Have a look in Raseborg’s event calendar to find events suited for you! Here are some highlights of this summer’s gatherings:
June 6 – Karis Day is celebrated with a folk festival in connection with Karis’ 700th anniversary!
Raseborg’s history takes you to historic ironworks, castles, villages, beautiful architecture, museums, monuments, and living cultural landscapes. There is a wealth of attractions to explore for those interested in history, as well as many opportunities to experience the rich cultural life of the city.
Guided Tours
Get to know the rich history of Raseborg and its fascinating attractions while learning more about the area through a guided tour. Themes may include the Old Town of Ekenäs, the industrial heritage of Fiskars and Billnäs, the Ekenäs Archipelago National Park, or the life and work of Helene Schjerfbeck.
You can also join the following public guided tours:
Raseborg Castle – Knowledgeable guides take you on a journey through the castle’s dramatic and colorful past.
Svartå Manor – Hear fascinating stories about the manor and its surroundings, the triumphs and tragedies of the Linder family, and secrets from times gone by.
Villa Skeppet – The last private residence designed by Alvar Aalto for his friends Göran Schildt and Christine Schildt.
Chappe – A free public guided tour is included with admission. Not available for groups. Check the schedule here.
Fiskars Knife Factory – Guided tours of the beverage production facilities, including beverage tastings (in Finnish).
Museums and Galleries
You can experience the city’s diverse art offerings by visiting our museums and galleries.
The Fiskars Village Art & Design Biennale (June 7–August 30) is a recurring art and design event that transforms the historic industrial environment of Fiskars Village into a living exhibition space. At Svartå, the art summer ART26 (July 1–August 2) brings together five Finnish visual artists whose works are spread across different parts of the grounds of Svartå Manor.
At Fiskars Museum, you can learn about the everyday and festive lives of the ironworks community from the 17th century to the present day. New this year is the Locomotive Shed, where visitors can see Finland’s oldest narrow-gauge steam locomotive, Fiskars Pikku-Pässi, in its newly restored appearance, and explore digital content presenting the locomotive and the history of the Fiskars railway. The ceramic museum KWUM in Fiskars is also well worth a visit.
Nature and Archipelago
This summer is perfect for spending quality time in Raseborg’s beautiful nature and the archipelago. You can find versatile possibilities for hiking routes, cycling trips, and visits to Ekenäs archipelago National Park, kayaking and much more.
This summer you can travel to the old mining island Jussarö in the Ekenäs Archipelago National Park by taxi boat m/s Myggen III. The boat departs from the North Harbour in Ekenäs. Check the timetables here and make a reservation by calling +358 (0)400 436 915.
Cycling is a very popular way to spend a holiday, and it is also an environmentally friendly and fun way to get exercise. In Raseborg, you can easily rent city bikes through the Donkey Republic app. There are both long and short cycling routes that wind through historically interesting places. In Fiskars, there are over 60 km of mountain biking trails at the Fiskars Village Trail Center.
A natural summer activity is, of course, a picnic and relaxing at our beaches by both the sea and lakes. If you go a bit further out into nature, you may even be lucky enough to enjoy the beach all to yourself.
Locally Produced
In Raseborg, we value clean, fair, and locally produced food. Here there is an exceptionally dense network of food experts, local producers, and organic farms. At Raseborg’s popular markets, you will find plenty of locally grown and delicious food for the dinner table.
Summer in Raseborg offers excellent restaurants and pleasant cafés. The city’s restaurateurs understand the importance of local ingredients, and they are widely used in many restaurant kitchens and bakeries.
Public Transport
With the public transportation system Bosse, you can affordably get around in Raseborg. Check timetables and plan your route using the travel guide. Bus tickets are easily purchased at R-kioski in Ekenäs, Luckan in Karis or by downloading the free Waltti mobile app.
The tourism information service point is located at Raseborg Museum, where you can pick up travel brochures and maps of the Raseborg region year-round. During the summer, the Visit Raseborg information point is open Tue–Sat from 11:00–17:00. Brochures and maps can also be downloaded here or picked up at most shops, cafés, and restaurants. Address: Museigatan 8, 10600 Ekenäs.
Luckan Raseborg in Karis is open during the whole year. Luckan Raseborg sells tickets to various events through Netticket, Lippupiste and Ticketmaster Suomi. Address: Dalgatan 4 (Kulturhuset Fokus), 10300 Karis.
The stately Svartå Manor also serves its local customers and can help with booking guided tours, accommodation or perhaps reserving a table to have a good meal at Slottskrogen-restaurant. Address: Hållsnäsvägen 89, 10360 Svartå.
The Frimans Diversehandel-shop in Tenala village serves tourists all year round when the village shop is open. Here you’ll find information and some maps and brochures about Raseborg. In the authentic Village Shop you’ll find a bit of everything including a gourmet shop. Restaurant Bakfickan operates in another traditional building connected with the shop. Address: Sockenvägen 19, 10520 Tenala.
Raseborg Tourism Services
Raseborg tourism services are available both online and by phone on Mon-Fri from 9:00–12:00 We provide tips and recommendations on accommodation, restaurants, activities, and events in the Raseborg area.
For the summer, 30 city bikes will arrive in Raseborg and renting a bike is easy: download a mobile app called Donkey Republic from your app store and check the nearest station with bikes available. After choosing your bike, you will unlock the bike via the app and the rental time will begin. After your bike ride you will pay the price according to the length of your rental time. The Donkey Repulic system is being used also for example in Porvoo and Imatra, as well as bigger cities like Berlin and Copenhagen.
You can rent a bike for an hour or for example for the whole day. Fifteen minutes costs a euro and an hour will be two euros. A month-long pass costs nine euros, and with it you can pedal as many max. hour-long journeys as you wish. Users can also book a month-long membership or a pass for the whole season (check the price list below). The pass allows you to use the bikes in Raseborg, but also in other cities using the Donkey Republic system.
During the season bike stations can be found in Ekenäs, Karis, Billnäs Village, Pojo and in Fiskars Village. See a map of the bike stations here.
Prices List
You can rent a bike for fifteen minutes or why not for the whole day. You can also book a pass for a month or even the whole season (May-October). The passes can be used in every city that uses the Donkey Republic city bike system.
15 min – 1.00 € 30 min – 1.50 € 1h – 2.00 € 4h – 5.00 € 1 day – 12.00 €
One-month Pass 9€/month
Unlimited number of rentals up to one hour.
Season Pass 35€/Biking Season
One hour of biking per each rental with unlimited number of rentals! Each season will last at least until the end of October, and with good weather it can also be extended.
Stations
Stations are located at central train stations and other key locations across Raseborg. Find all locations here. Station locations may change during the season.
Contact Information and Support
If you run into a problem, please contact the customer service at +358 44 71 606 44 – the service is open for seven days per week at least at 9:00-21:00.
You can ask for on-site help with bike problems or about anything related to the service by calling the customer service number. In the Donkey Republic app, you can also report an error directly. The service is provided by the company Kaakau oy. You can contact the company via email at info@kaakau.fi.
Every year several second hand events are arranged in Raseborg. The most popular ones are the annual Antique days in Fiskars and Billnäs. The City flea market in Ekenäs and Bromarfpojkarnas flea market in Bromarv are also popular. You can also find children’s clothing, toys and other things at the yearly event arranged by Ekorrsvansen. Lions clubs around Raseborg are also arranging flea market events. Check our event calendar for current flea market events in the region. Here are our best tips of flea markets in Raseborg.
Flea Markets in Ekenäs, Raseborg:
Loppis Trollet is one of the most popular flea markets in Ekenäs, Raseborg and it’s open almost every day. The flea market offers clothes, toys, games, furniture and much more.
Fynda- Second hand shop is a charity second hand shop where the workers work without any salary. Finnish Missionary Society and the Assembly assistance workers are equally sharing the profit. The shop is well organized and has a lot to offer.
Småtting, next to Fynda, sells children’s clothing.
Emmaus Westervik is also a charity second hand shop that helps them who are in need. Clothes, books, furniture and things like that can be donated here.
Betesda Second Hand Shop is located in the heart of Ekenäs. Their vision is to support domestic and foreign missionary work.
There are also lovely vintage shops in Ekenäs. Take a look at Sagoland Vintage and Vitrine Studio by the square. There you’ll find antiques, vintage items, and all things beautiful.
Flea Markets in Karis, Raseborg:
Take the opportunity to go on a thrift store tour in Karis, as the vast majority of flea markets are within walking distance of each other!
Sequel Restyle offers a great variety of nice second hand-clothing for women, men and children on Centralgatan in the centre of Karis.
Sineaaria is a self-service flea market in the center of Karis. Here you can find clothes, books and furniture.
Måll on Köpmansgatan sells both Scandinavian and international vintage design furniture.
RiMi Kirppis is a flea market situated on Köpmansgatan 3. Here you can find everything from furniture to clothing.
Karis Antiquarian Shop is situated in the center of Karis on Köpmansgatan. The store is filled with books and more in several different languages.
Kaippari Ry‘s flea market is situated next to Bio Pallas. In the same building you´ll find a weaving shop and sewing professional.
Missionstorget is situated next to Kanaltorget and it’s a charity second hand shop held by the Swedish speaking assembly. It’s possible to donate to this flea market.
Pohja, Raseborg:
Postilla is driven by the assembly. From this flea market you can find something for yourself or donate products that you don’t need anymore.
Helene Schjerfbeck was very fond of the sea, walks in the Old Town and excursions to the Ramsholmen forest park area. She spent much of her time in Skepparträdgården park painting and watching people. Helene did, in fact, paint a lot of portraits of ordinary people with interesting facial features in Ekenäs. Nowadays the memorial The Finnish Untuned Bell, which children like to ring, is set into the park. It was created as a permanent monument to celebrate the artist’s life’s work.
Ekenäs, the hometown
Helene Schjerfbeck lived in several locations in Finland and abroad. The artist spent the summers 1918-1920 in Ekenäs, and lived permanently in the town during years 1925-1941. She chose to live in Ekenäs because she wanted to live close to the sea. Her first apartment was in the old Juslin house on Långgatan (Raseborgsvägen 2). The house was demolished a long time ago, but there is now a memorial and Helene Schjerfbeck Square. For some time Helene also lived in the yellow house next to the Fish Market in the Ekenäs Old Town as the tenant of Sigfrid Nyberg. This house still stands.
Dramatized walks with Helene Schjerfbeck
Dramatized walks are held in Ekenäs where Helene herself will guide you through the interesting phases of her own life and the history of Ekenäs. She will show you the parks and buildings that she was inspired by and tells about her friends that modelled in her portraits. For bookings, please contact anne@anneingman.fi.
In addition to the dramatized walk, groups can book a guide to the Schjerfbeck exhibition in Raseborg Museum, a letter read, or painting with the artist. The museum’s permanent exhibition presents Helene’s works and items that belonged to her.
We offer a lot of different and interesting locations to host your dream wedding, business event or party in Raseborg. Down below are listed some of our brightest pearls.
Svartå, Raseborg
Svartå Manor is a party place with a capital P. They offer you the chance to celebrate your wedding, birthday or other special day in a beautiful and unique setting. The award-winning Slottskrogen restaurant produces high quality, locally produced delicacies served in the newly restored party pavilion or one of the manor’s other venues. If you like the idea of waking up in the same gorgeous surroundings you can stay overnight at the manor’s hotel or stylishly renovated farmhouses.
Snappertuna, Raseborg
The Calliola Conference and Event Centre is located right on the sea in Snappertuna and offers quality facilities and services. The relaxed, but stylish meeting and banquet rooms are complimented by a sauna, terraces, and homely archipelago-style accommodation in beach villas and apartments. Calliola’s kitchen serves wonderful seasonal local produce.
Billnäs, Raseborg
Billnäs Ironworks offers a variety of meeting and event spaces set in a historic ironworks environment dating back to the 17th century. The historic area, its rugged stone buildings, and the riverside landscape create a spectacular and distinctive setting for all kinds of meetings and celebrations. After the meeting, you can round off the day with something special. For example, try a chocolate workshop, go kayaking, or take part in one of the many team-building activities available.
The charming manor house at Billnäs Gård combines historic charm with modern functionality to create the perfect setting for conferences, meetings, and events. In addition, the estate provides a variety of ways to relax and unwind. Guests can enjoy spa treatments, take a dip in the refreshing swimming pool, or join yoga sessions. The property is also home to two friendly donkeys, Lugn & Ro.
Fiskars, Raseborg
Fiskars is a unique destination where crafts, arts and design meet nature, history and architecture. Here, at the birthplace of the Fiskars company, you will find experiences for all the senses. Hold a celebration, meeting or conference at the village’s beautiful and varied facilities. Combine your event with, for example, an award-winning round of tastings at local breweries and the distillery, or a glass-blowing workshop.
Åminne, Raseborg
The Åminne Gårdrestaurantat Nordcenter Golf & Country Club serves good food in a stately manor house environment. With pleasant views over the golf course and Pojo bay. Nordcenter is a multi-functional leisure centre where you and your guests can combine a meeting or party with outdoor activities including golf, tennis or frisbee golf. Accommodation in the form of a cozy B&B with a sauna and gym is available. If you like, explore local history and take a trip to nearby Billnäs and Fiskars.
More venues
There are many more event venues in Raseborg. For one who wants to arrange an event with something extra we recommend you to throw a party at Raseborg Castle. Check out Meetings and parties and familiarize yourself with cozy townhouses, attractive hotels and pleasant seaside resorts.
Party or meeting food
When organizing a party or arranging a team building weekend you definitely want to serve something delicious to eat. Raseborg has a wide supply of restaurants, cafés and catering so there’s something for every taste. You can also shop local food like fresh fish, new potatoes and flavorful vegetables, from one of the different market places in the city.
For drinking you can offer something from the local breweries. Fiskarsin Panimo brew tasty beer and from Ekta Bryggeri you get gutsy cider.
Before the party
Would you like to get your nails painted, your hair in a fancy updo or your eyebrows colored? If you’re about to go on a wedding or other fancy party, Raseborg offers a lot of beauty services for you. If you want to cheer up the atmosphere between meetings you can book a sweaty class at one of the gyms or disc golf in the nature. It’s also possible to try lasertag in Raseborg. You can find all options under activites on our website. Enjoy your unforgettable parties and meetings in Raseborg!
The Finnish Civil War between the Finnish Whites and the Finnish Reds resulted in tragic losses. Over 37,000 people were killed, and the war left deep wounds that had a strong impact on the history of newly independent Finland. In Raseborg, numerous memorials have been erected in honor of those who lost their lives in the wars.
The prison camp in Dragsvik was put into use by the Finnish Whites in 1918 during the civil war. Approximately 3,000 Finnish Reds who died of hunger and hardship in terrible conditions are buried here. The camp has one of the highest death rates in the country – almost one in three of the prisoners brought to the camp lost their life. In 1951, a memorial made of red granite, created by Uuno F. Inkinen, was raised at the site of the camp. In 2008, the memorial was accompanied by a permanent exhibition with information about the history of the prison camp. On the 100th anniversary in 2018, thousands of people gathered to honor the memory of the deceased.
There are also memorials dedicated to the Reds at the church cemetery in Pojo, at St. Olof’s cemetery in Karis, at the cemetery in Bromarv, and at Tenala cemetery. At the new cemetery in Ekenäs, there is a memorial for the German soldiers who aided the white side in the war and was unveiled in 1922.
The Winter and the Continuation War
The Second World War left its mark on Raseborg. If you’re interested in the life of soldiers on the front lines, you can visit Hanko Front Museum located on the border between the cities of Hanko and Raseborg. The museum tells the story of the Hanko front during the war with its exhibitions, bunkers and trenches. While you’re there, take the opportunity to visit Irma Bunker museum, just 5 km away, which is open in the summer and showcases everyday life in the bunkers. Towards Hanko, you will also find the Mannerheim Memorial Stone, erected in memory of the time when Marshal Mannerheim received the troops that recaptured Hanko from the Soviet Union.
Until 2009, Ekenäs and the city of Ystad in Sweden had a long-standing partnership as twin towns. In Ekenäs, you will find the statue Måsarna(Seagulls), which was erected in memory of the help that Ystad gave to Ekenäs during the war years 1939–1944. The seagulls fly towards Ystad, and the memorial was unveiled in 1963
Ekenäs is also home to Pansarstenen, a tank memorial put up by veterans of Tammidivisionen who fought bravely on the Hanko front. Nearby in Våghusparken, you’ll find the Mannerheim Knights Memorial, honoring double Mannerheim Knight Hans-Henrik Wind and Mannerheim Knight Tor Lindblad.
In the new cemetery in Ekenäs you will find the War Memorial “Nytt liv” – New Life, created by Gunnar Elfgren and B. Mattson (1952). At Snappertuna church you can find more hero graves in memory of those who fought for the freedom of Finland.
Other historic gems
The area of Raseborg has a rich history dating back to the 12th century. In Ekenäs you will find the King Gustav Vasa Memorial Stone. Gustav Vasa founded Ekenäs in 1546 and the statue was erected in honor of the city’s 400th anniversary in 1946. Close by at Basatorget, you will come across a pillory that was used in medieval and Renaissance times as a form of punishment and public humiliation.
Older war history can be found in Karis, for example the Landsbro Monument, commemorating the Battle of Landsbro in 1713 – a battle between Sweden and Russia and was sculpted by Bertel Nilsson in 1934.
Raseborg Castle was built in 1370s on a rock that was surrounded by sea at the time. It was constructed as the administrative centre of Western Uusimaa and was meant to keep watch over the shipping and trade in the Gulf of Finland. The castle was an important military base, and was presumably meant to defend Swedish interests against the successful Hanseatic town Reval (Tallinn, Estonia). The castle was abandoned in 1558 after Helsinki and Ekenäs were granted town charters. It laid deserted for more than 300 years.
Malmbacka in Snappertuna is a culturally and historically significant traditional charcoal village, where you can spend the night. Here you can enjoy our beautiful nature year-round, make hiking and bicycle trips, spend vacation days, and experience countryside peace and quiet at its best. The village consists of charcoal workers’ huts and small timber cottages, without electricity. Every year, Malmbacka hosts the traditional Charcoal Burner’s Weekend, where visitors can experience the magic of historic charcoal production.
If you want to go even further back in history, you can discover the Ramunder Rock in Ekenäs, which is a giant boulder from the Ice Age. According to legend, the stone was hurled at the giants by the mighty Ramunder.
The beautiful old fire tower in Ekenäs was designed by architect Constantin Kiseleff and built in 1875. The tower served as a prison until 1898, when the prison was moved to the basement of the Old Town Hall. Today, the old fire tower is privately owned.
Whether you’re interested in more recent history or ancient artifacts, you will surely find something of interest in Raseborg. Take the opportunity to discover the past of Raseborg, either with one of our professional guides or on your own. A brief summary of interesting monuments and sculptures in Raseborg can be found here.
The word sauna is the most internationally recognized Finnish word. With around 3.2 million saunas in the country, one can say that the sauna is a deeply rooted tradition in Finland. This means that all Finns could bathe in saunas simultaneously if they wished. Impressive, isn’t it?
Sauna bathing is a significant part of Finnish culture and is often something foreign visitors look forward to experiencing when they come to Finland. In Raseborg, there is a wide range of saunas available for private booking, offering visitors an authentic Finnish sauna experience.
Traditional Saunas
Kopparö Recreation Area – Located on the beautiful and tranquil island of Skärlandet in the Raseborg archipelago, Kopparö Recreation Area is easily accessible by ferry from Ekenäs. Here, you can enjoy the sauna all year round, both during public sauna sessions and private bookings. Be sure to explore the scenic trail that winds across the island, with several grill spots where you can stop to enjoy your own packed meal.
Motel Marine – offers affordable and comfortable accommodation right in the heart of Ekenäs. Their popular sauna is open to both overnight guests and outside visitors. The sauna accommodates around 10 people and can be booked at the reception for 8€ per person per hour. Outside visitors also pay a heating fee of 18€. For a touch of extra luxury, you can book the motel’s outdoor hot tub and enjoy the fresh air between sauna sessions.
Malmbacka – Nestled in the beautiful forests of Snappertuna, you’ll find the Malmbacka charcoal cabin. Up to six people can enjoy the wood-fired sauna, Anna. At Malmbacka you’ll get to experience the authentic sauna experience when chopping the firewood and heating up the stove yourself. While cooling off on the sauna steps, you might even catch a glimpse of moose or deer in the surrounding forest.
Raseborg Spa & Resort – Located by Kvarnträsket in Antby, just a few kilometers outside Karis, Raseborg Spa & Resort offers a spacious sauna and a large swimming pool in its spa area. The sauna and pool are available to both hotel guests and non-staying visitors. The sauna and pool area can also be booked for private use, and during private bookings, the bar remains open for an extra enjoyable experience.
Torparrian – In the scenic village of Tenala, Torparrian offers a smoke sauna that’s perfect for those seeking a truly special sauna experience. Unlike the drier heat of a traditional sauna, the warmth of a smoke sauna is softer and more enveloping. Next to the smoke sauna, you’ll also find a so-called wilderness bath, where you can sit back and relax under the open sky in 37-degree water. The smoke sauna can accommodate around 20 bathers.
Billnäs Bruksboden – The former village shop at Billnäs Ironworks, Bruksboden, has been given new life as a sauna and a venue for conferences or private events. The sauna features two changing rooms and can accommodate up to ten people at a time. From the sauna, you can enjoy views of the riverbank landscape along the Svartå River and the historic ironworks.
Ekenäs Public Pool – Here you can combine swimming or water aerobics in the pools with a relaxing visit to the sauna. The facility offers two traditional saunas and two steam saunas, one for men and one for women
Sauna + Cold Swimming
If you want to enjoy sauna bathing and winter swimming like a local, head to Stallörens badinrättning in Ekenäs. Warm up in the sauna and take a refreshing dip while enjoying beautiful views of Knipan Beach. The sauna is open during the winter swimming season (October 1–April 30). By paying a seasonal fee, you’ll have access to the sauna and changing facilities throughout the entire period. The fee is paid in Ekenäs Public Pool.
The meeting and event hotel Calliola offers several unique saunas for different occasions and groups of different sizes. Calliola is located in the stunning archipelago of Snappertuna, where you can enjoy cold-water swimming in winter and cool off in summer. Here, you can relax in the spacious two-storey sauna Merilöyly with a sea terrace, or choose one of the charming retro-style beach saunas, Isolöyly and Pikkulöyly.
For those looking to enjoy a sauna in a historic setting, the grand Svartå Manor is an excellent choice. The Orangery, a former greenhouse, now serves as the sauna building. It features two separate saunas, one for six people and another for twelve. Between sessions, you can relax in the charming lounge area. From the Orangery, it’s just a short walk to the pier, where you can take a refreshing dip in the Svartå River.
