Karis
In Karis you fall in love with the rich nature, the architecture and the verdure nature trails. Here is plenty to do for both adults, youngsters and kids.
Karis is known as a traffic center because most of the people who visit Raseborg arrive first in Karis. The transportation connections from Karis to the rest of the villages in Raseborg are good. Karis is the second biggest suburb in Raseborg, approximately one hour’s travel away from both Helsinki and Turku.
History and sights
The lush and wonderful park Pumpviken is one of the most important sights in Karis. In the middle of the lake in Pumpviken you’ll find a small island, which is a perfect place to have a picnic. The locals are very proud of their church, St. Cathrine’s Chruch, that descends from the Middle Ages. The church was built in 1470 and is situated in Prästgården next to the lake Kyrkån. Here you can get to know the history of the area back from the Middle Ages. Eurydike is a nostalgic sculpture to many of the Karis citizens. The sculpture is located in front of the old town hall and during the spring 2018 local entrepreneurs and volunteers of Karis repaired and restored it. The Läppträsket nature and culture path is a great place for those interested in birds and history. The lake Läppträsket is known as a resting spot for migrating birds, and hikers can also explore the Iron Age remains along the path.
The stylish functionalist houses planned by architect Ekelund also belong to the tourist attractions. It’s possible to get to know more about the town’s architecture by booking a guided tour. On the other hand, the castle ruins of Junkarsborg and Grabbacka as well as the prehistorical graves in Läppträsket tell us about the older settlements back from the Iron Age.
Culture
Kulturhuset Fokus is a new cultural center in the heart of Karis. Here you find the library, music institute, café, gallery, theater and inspiration. The Fokus is the towns new living room and a gathering place for surprising meetings.
The retro style cinema Bio Pallas offers unique movie experiences in their old, traditional theater. Karis also offers some annually arranged events, for example Karis Night and Faces Festival. In addition to these events, Karis also offers a rich food culture.
Activites
The adrenaline hunters also find a nice supply of activities in Karis. For children the greatest sights are the Skate park or Parkour park in the summer, and during winter the best activities are found in the ice rink. You can swim in the lake Svedjaträsket or try disc golfing anywhere near the Pumpviken park. Or how does kayaking in the Svartån river sound like? Just outside the city you can ride Icelandic horses at the horse stable Solfari stable.
St. Cathrine’s Church
The medieval church dates back to 1470 and is one of Raseborg’s foremost historical landmarks.
Tourist Guides of Raseborg
Get more out of your visit by hiring one of our professional guides!
Alexia Fitness Club
Professional gym, crosstraining, cycling, and much more in 750m2 spacious facilities.
Historical King’s Road
Guided tour along the King’s Road, where Swedish kings & Russian tsars traveled
Hotell Restaurang Socis
Small hotel with a restaurant in the city-center, catering service, and event space
Nino’s Lunch & Cafe
A small lunch cafe in the heart of Karjaa. Also catering and custom made cakes.
Lilla Hembageriet
Enjoy a cup of coffee or a light lunch at the bakery. Orders can also be placed
Apartment Station
Beautiful and unique apartment in an old railway station built in year 1899. Perfect for bigger families and groups.
In the city center with good connections by train. Close to shops, cafes and restaurants.
Bulevarden’s Parkour Park
A short track, area for ball sports, climbing racks and a mini outdoor gym
Municipal Jour
The municipal jour for small animals is managed by Sjundeå Veterinärer in Tenala
Village Veterinarians
Veterinary clinic with good and compassionate treatment throughout Raseborg!
Veterinarian Hanna Knaapinen
Hanna Knaapinen handles both small and large animals. Also home visits
Veterinary for horses, Tiina Eklund
Specialist veterinarian in horse diseases. Stable visits in Raseborg and Hanko
Gardberg center
Meetings, seminars, courses, etc. for groups of up to 30 people in an inviting atmosphere.
Lärkkulla
Lärkkulla is a versatile, modern education and cultural center for adults in Karis, where you can organize your own seminars and meetings.
KD-Adventure
Programservices such as paintball, kayaking, kanooing, climbing and rappelling
Brobäck Social Pedagogical Horsetherapy
Therapeutic experience carried out in a barn environment
Sólfari, Icelandic horse stable
Icelandic horse stable, arranging cross-country rides, riding lessons & courses
EKM Service Karis
We assist in all matters concerning IT – both for households and enterprises
Karis Antiquarian Book Store
Antiquarian shop with a wide range of books, DVDs, puzzles, and more
Fishing License in Raseborg
Information about fishing permits and to fish with gear in Raseborg’s waters
Frisbeegolf Karis
Disc golf course with 18 targets, suitable for both beginners and competitors
Idrottsmassage & klassisk massage Jannica Pikkarainen
Massage for various needs in a calm and quiet environment
Marjaana Kaakinen, Prananadi healing
Medium and Prananadi energy healer and reincarnation therapist
Landsbro Monument
In the Battle of Landsbro, 500 Swedes fought against 13,800 Russians led by Peter the Great.
Fotocentrum Raseborg Valokuvakeskus
Arranging exhibitions, courses, lectures and photo competitions
The Happy Smith’s Forge
A two blacksmiths’ workshop specializing in custom work, restorations, and weekend courses
Cricket Farm Villa Mangs
A pioneer in cricket farming offers eggs from farm hens and quails and unique delicacies
REKO Karjaa – Local food circle
Purchase locally produced food on Facebook with weekly pickup
Market day in Karjaa
Markets are held every Wednesday and Saturday from 7 am-2 pm at Köpmansgatan
The cultural and environmental path of Läppträsket lake
2.3 km long trail along a valuable bird lake, plenty of ancient remains and natural attractions
