Kotka

Harbour Highlights

1. Maritime Centre Vellamo
   A fascinating piece of architecture which presents the maritime history of the region and Finland in real harbour environment.

   
2. Kotka Maretarium
   Discover the way of life hidden beneath the water surface. You can meet face to face with about 60 different species of fish native to Finland.

   
3. Langinkoski Imperial Fishing Lodge
   Summer residence, built for the Russian Czar Alexander III, when Finland was the Grand Duchy of Russia.

   
4. Kotka Parks
   The centre has evolved into a fresh combination of lush areas and glimmering sea. Sapokka Water Garden, Sibelius Park and Katariina Seaside Park are all situated in Kotka city centre.

   
5. Hamina Circular Town - the small wooden house town
   Hamina has a long and colourful history especially as a busy trading place that was created beside the sea, at a crossroads of sea routes in the Middle Ages.

   
6. Kymijoki River
   The Kymijoki River is full of rapids where rapids-shooters, canoeists and fishermen will have unforgettable experiences.

   
7. The archipelago
   More than 400 islands offer a unique opportunity to experience the Finnish archipelago nature.

   
8. Valkmusa Nature Park
   Valkmusa National Park is 17 km2 large, and includes a large area of mires, which is quite exceptional this far south in Finland. Valkmusa has a diverse birdlife - especially during migration times in spring and autumn, one can experience beautiful gatherings by thousands of different kinds of birds stopping by at the park to rest. The national park also has a variety of different butterfly species, of which several are endangered.

   
9. Sailing Adventure
   On this tour you can go back in time to the great days of sail: you will be taken on the old sailing ship and enjoy the views of the breathtaking archipelago outside Kotka. You step on board a century-old cargo vessel that used to sail around the Baltics bringing goods and merchandise to Finland.