Finland

Where Santa, Moomins and Flying Finns come from

Finland is not just about the thousands of lakes, clean and beautiful forests, or the endless days of summer. It's also the home country of Santa Claus, Moomins and the fastest people in the world (Mika Häkkinen, Kimi Räikkönen, Marcus Grönholm, Tommi Mäkinen, Juha Kankkunen, etc.) referred to as Flying Finns. Finland is also the home of 1.8 million saunas, high technology and Nokia. Discover the many faces of Finland!

Distances

Helsinki–Turku
167 km
Drive time approx. 2 hours

Helsinki–Tampere
180 km
Drive time approx. 2 hours

Helsinki–Naantali
181 km
Drive time approx. 2 hours 30 min.

Helsinki–Rovaniemi
810 km
Drive time approx. 10 hours

Turku–Naantali
15 km
Drive time approx. 20 min.

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Facts about Finland

Population: 5,3 million

Capital: Helsinki

Population: 5.5 million

Time zone: GMT +2 (in summertime GMT +3)

Currency: Euro (€)

Speed limits
Towns and cities: 40–50 km/h (25–31 mph)
Main highways: 100–120 km/h (63–75 mph)
Smaller roads: 80 km/h (50 mph)

Headlights must be used everytime when driving.

Helsinki - city life and scenic nature

In the capital region travellers can spend their holiday in many different ways. The amusement park Linnanmäki, underwater world Sea Life, zoo Korkeasaari, and science centre Heureka are attractions that provide entertainment for adults and children. Ateneum Art Museum, Museum of Contemporary Art Kiasma, and the Cathedral, Temppeliaukio church, and Uspenski Cathedral fascinate those who are interested in culture. Scenic landscapes and history are combined in an interesting way in the Seurasaari and Suomenlinna.

Read more about Helsinki.

Turku and Naantali

On the west coast of Finland lies Turku, which is Finland's oldest city and former capital. In 2011 the city was titled as "the European Capital of Culture". Somewhat in the seaside Naantali is the Moomin world theme park, perfect for families with children.

Read more aboutTurku and Moomin world.