VLK Matkailuesite 2010 engl

2010
www.valkeakoski.fi
CONTENTS
VALKEAKOSKI
is a cosy strawberry place
in the Southern Pirkanmaa
region. In this brochure you will
find many good reasons to spend
a holiday here – or even to make
Valkeakoski your home.
VALKEAKOSKI • INFO
4–5
LAKESIDE ACTIVITIES AND LAKE CRUISES
6– 9
SIGHTS
Kari Rydman:
Welcome to a national landscape!
Rapola, Voipaala and Päivölä
Visavuori
Myllysaaren museums
Churches
10 – 11
12 – 13
14 – 15
16 – 17
18 – 19
CULTURAL EVENTS
Sari Siikander’s tips
Theatre
Music
Exhibitions
20 – 21
22
23– 25
28
CALENDAR OF EVENTS
26– 27
MAPS
29 – 31
VALKEAKOSKI – A COSY STRAWBERRY PLACE
Living
32 – 37
Business and industry
38 – 39
Education
40 – 41
LEISURE
Sedu Koskinen’s tips
Sports
Children
Youth
Services
Accommodation
Restaurants and cafes
Shopping
www.valkeakoski.fi
CITY TOURIST OFFICE
42– 43
44 – 49
50 – 51
52
53
54 – 55
56 – 57
58 –59
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PUBLISHER: The City of Valkeakoski, Marketing Communications EDITOR: Petri Ahonen, Anneli Reittu, Juha Salmi,
Marjut Suokas LAYOUT: Vilma Nurmi TYPOGRAPHY: Tiina Kuoppala PHOTOGRAPHS: Aero-Kuva, Gepa
Pictures, Marianne Haapoja, Hanna Halme, Helifoto, Seppo Helpiö, Tuire Hänninen, Heino Jukarainen, Kimmo
Kallio, Risto Karisalmi, Pauli Kiuru, Kimmo Koivula, Timo Kukkonen, Janne Kulosaari, Tiina Kuoppala, Jorma
Kytölä, Jokke Kääpä, Mauri Leppälä, Paavo Luokkala, Juha Myllylä, Rauno Mäntylä, Olli Nykänen, Marjaana
Paso, Tommi Rantala, Henry Rantaniemi, Olli Riihitupa, Tuija Ruuttunen, Aki Salminen, Jukka Salminen, Nina
Sappinen, Scan-Foto, Marjut Suokas, Markku Teerikorpi, Antero Tenhunen, Laura Uimonen, Pirjo Urhonen,
Hannu Vallas, Janne Virtanen, Outi Virtanen, Jukka Vuokola, Tommi Vuokola, Carita Wikman, Reetta Wikström-Tuominen BUILDING VISUALIZATIONS: KSOY Arkkitehtuuria, Kirsti Sivén & Asko Takala Arkkitehdit Oy
OTHER IMAGE SOURCES: FC Haka, Haka Ski, Hamk, Innoforte, Kari Suomalaisen perikunta, Mainostoimisto
Sek & Grey, Muovityö Hiltunen, Suomen Museoliitto, Saarioinen Oy, Suomen Hopealinja Oy, Valkeakosken Koskenpojat, Visavuoren museosäätiö ENGLISH: Johanna Garant PRINTER: Libris Oy, 2010
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Events in Valkeakoski 2010
Kari Pavilion’s 20th anniversary
at Visavuori Museum:
The Laughable Drawings
of Kari Suomalainen
24
Experiences in the factory lights:
Workers’Music Festival
46
Top Football
at the Tehtaan kenttä field
MORE EVENTS AND ATTRACTIONS ON THE FOLLOWING PAGES. READ ON!
VA L K E A KO S K I • I N F O
The scenery around the
Sääksmäki suspension bridge
and the Viidennumero area
counts among the most beautiful
landscapes in Finland. The area
is only 10 kilometres away from
Valkeakoski city centre.
Population
VALKEAKOSKI
Close to Everywhere!
20 621
(30 Nov. 2009)
Surface area
Land area
Lake area
Tax rate
Postal code
Tel. area code
From abroad
City tel. exchange
372 km2
272 km2
100 km2
18.75
37600
03
+358
569 1100
Twin towns
Maarianhamina
Kragerø
Sokol
Vechelde
Jelenia Góra
Nanchang
Åland islands
Norway
Russia
Germany
Poland
China
Valkeakoski is situated in a junction of both roads and waterways. It takes 1.5 hours to drive to Helsinki, and only 0.5 hours
to both Tampere and Hämeenlinna. The nearest railway stations
are in Akaa (20 km) and Tampere (35 km).
The Pirkkala airport with its international connections is only 40
kilometres away.
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Valkeakoski
city's vision
”Valkeakoski is a growing
residential and business city
that offers sophisticated
know-how and provides
high-quality services.”
Lush Cultural and Sports City
Located in the heart of the Häme province, where lakes Mallasvesi
and Vanajavesi come together, Valkeakoski is known for its
• beautiful natural surroundings
• central location
• competitive, international industry and commerce
• high-quality, inexpensive housing options
• extensive options for education
• thriving cultural life
• world-class athletes in various sports
• diverse sport and leisure activities
Our patron animal is the
osprey, or “sääksi” in Finnish.
The city combines a modern, well-kept industrial centre and the
ancient rural centre of Sääksmäki, a significant place in Finnish
cultural history. There are several ways to experience Valkeakoski – enjoy the urban environment or the peace and quiet of the
countryside!
Our long and rich history has given the basis for many of our
tourist attractions. The best known of these are the Visavuori
museum, the Voipaala art centre and the historic Rapola ridge
in Sääksmäki, and the Myllysaari museum complex in the city
centre. The city also boasts an exceptional variety of sports and
cultural activities and events. Accommodation and other services are readily available to suit various tastes and needs.
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The common alder
is our patron plant.
L A K E S I D E AC T I V I T I E S
CITY OF BRIDGES
Embraced by Two Lakes
Water dominates the silhouette of Valkeakoski: more than a quarter of the surface area of the city, approximately 100 km2, is covered by water. Lake Mallasvesi in the northern part of the city
flows through Valkeakoski canal into Lake Vanajavesi. Picturesque suspension bridges over the water connect the neighbourhoods to each other.
Valkeakoski
Canal
The 495-metre
user-operated canal,
situated in the heart
of the city, is one of
the busiest in Finland.
Enjoy Our Natural Harbours
and the Activity on Our Lakeshores!
Boaters can select from several route options from our 250 kilometres of waterways. You can head for Hämeenlinna in the south,
Tampere in the north, or you can take the eastern route towards
Hauho or via Kangasala all the way to Längelmäki.
There are several islands suitable for hiking in the Valkeakoski region. You can go ashore for example on Huhtasaari and Riuttasaari islands in Lake Mallasvesi. It is possible to make a fire and
set up a tent on many of the islands. A picturesque water route
flows through the park-like centre of Valkeakoski.
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FRESHEN UP IN THE LAKE!
...in Winter as Well
We invite you to swim! Valkeakoski boasts several great
lakeside swimming areas, the best-equipped of which are:
Ice swimming in the lake is
healthy and invigorating.
You can take a dip in the
lake at the Apia beach.
Apia, tel. 040 335 6813
Kirjaslampi
Lotila
Hakalanranta
Fishing Fun!
There is a spinning area by the
Apiankoski pedestrian bridges.
The water area for ice fishing
in Valkeakoski spans about
100 square kilometres!
Take a Lake Cruise!
Enjoy the beautiful waterways around Valkeakoski! The Finnish
Silver Line cruise boats will take you to both Tampere and
Hämeenlinna, stopping at the Sääksmäen Silta restaurant and
the Visavuori piers. Public cruises on holidays and charter cruises for groups depart from the city centre. More information on
pages 8– 9.
Fishing permits are sold at:
• Apianlahti Camping
Tel. 040 586 1097
• Hotel Waltikka
Hakalantie 6, tel. 03 57 711
• Sportia-Seppo
Valtakatu 31, tel. 03 584 5622
B OAT S I T E S F O R V I S I T O R S
There are some twenty boat harbours with
spaces for more than a thousand small boats.
Lepänkorva Guest Pier serves boaters in the
city centre. The 85-metre pier has berths and
a garbage collection and disposal point.
Kirkonranta Service Harbour by the church
has 13 boom berths, fuel pump, septic tank
drainage, drinking water, and a launch ramp.
Apia Bank: 3 boom berths
Rent a Boat!
Apianlahti Camping: 4 buoy berths
Apianlahti Camping,
Boats and canoes, tel. 040 586 1097
Apia Canal, upper side:
4 anchor berths for sailboats
Sääksmäen Silta restaurant:
5 buoy berths, 3 anchor berths
LAKE RESCUE TEAM
Emergency service, tel. 040 748 2300
Visavuori pier: 5 anchor berths
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L A K E C RU I S E S
FINNISH SILVER LINE
Cruises to Hämeenlinna and Tampere
The Finnish Silver Line has more than 60 years of experience
in lake cruises. There are regular scheduled services to both
Tampere and Hämeenlinna, as well as public cruises from the
Valkeakoski city centre. Charter cruises are also available.
M/S SILVER STAR CRUISES
from Valkeakoski City Centre
Departures from the Lepänkorva Guest Pier (by the market place):
MIDSUMMER CRUISES
Fri 25 June 5–7 pm, 7.30–9.30 pm and 10–12 pm
WORKERS’
Thu 29 July
Fri 30 July
Fri 30 July
MUSIC FESTIVAL CRUISES
Finnish Rock cruise 7–9 pm
Children’s Indian cruise* 2– 4.30 pm
Musical cruise 7.30– 9.30 pm
PAPER GIRL’S EVE CRUISE
Sat 14 Aug. 7–9 pm
VENETSIAN NIGHT CRUISE
Sat 28 Aug. 9–11 pm
Prices: adults 16 €, children (ages 4–11) 8 €
*Children’s Indian cruise: adults 25 €,
Children (ages 4–11) 12.50 € incl. meal.
Schedules and prices are subject to changes.
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SCHEDULED SERVICE
2 June – 14 August. Wed– Sat.
Tampere – Valkeakoski –
Hämeenlinna
Stops at Sääksmäen Silta
and Visavuori piers
CHARTER CRUISES
Cruises for parties and
special events. Fully
licensed restaurants,
tasty menus, AV equipment.
Entertainment
programmes available.
Inquiries and reservations:
Finnish Silver Line
Tel. 010 422 5600
info@hopealinja.fi
www.hopealinja.fi
S/S WELLAMO – Cruise on a Genuine Steamboat
The steamer’s history spans more than 100 years and it is registered by the National Board of
Antiquities. The pride of paper mills Ab Walkiakoski and United Paper Mills, predecessors of the
present-day UPM, the former tugboat has been faithfully restored and registered as a passenger
vessel. S/S Wellamo is the only steamer in Finland with two steam engines and two propellers!
CHARTER CRUISES
S/S Wellamo is available for various kinds of charter cruises from
family celebrations to business events. The steamer’s kitchen prepares all meals according to traditional recipes. The kitchen’s specialities include mutton and salmon, as well as an old-timey buffet
dinner. The boat accommodates up to 50 persons with indoor seats
for 30.
PUBLIC CRUISES
There are public cruises during the Workers’ Music Festival
(29 July –1 August) and the Venetian night (28 August), among
other times. Theme cruises are a novelty in summer 2010!
Public cruises depart from the Lepänkorva guest pier
in the Valkeakoski city centre (see map page 31).
Charter Cruises
on Board
M/S EERIKA
Up to 30 persons.
Information and reservations:
Walkiakosken Höyrylaiva Osakeyhtiö
Tel. 0400 643 758, www.wellamolaiva.fi
Valk. Line Oy
Tel. 0400 758 570
MORE INFORMATION
ON ALL CRUISES:
Valkeakoski Tourist Office
Tel. 040 335 6051, 040 335 6512
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SIGHTS
”When I got tired of the
cultural high society of Helsinki,
I decided to move here and
get an honest, respectable job.”
Composer, professor Kari Rydman
has lived in Sääksmäki,
Valkeakoski, for more
than thirty years. His
great-great-grandfather
was the rural police
chief of Sääksmäki.
Kari Rydman:
WELCOME
to a National Landscape!
When arriving in Valkeakoski, pay attention to
the water! Long ago, in ancient times, the influential parish of Sääksmäki was born on the shores of
these lakes, rivers, rapids and waterways. Valkeakoski is the daughter of that parish, and its factories still use the power of these waters.
Next, climb to the top of Rapola ridge! From
the top, you will have a view of the national
landscape of Lake Vanajavesi with its islands
and their fruitful fields. You will also be standing on a rampart of the greatest ancient hill fort
in the Nordic area. It guaranteed safety when
conquerors from the east or the west were
threatening the homeland of Häme.
The city centre is definitely worth visiting.
The canal and the factories tell a story of the era
of industrialization, while old and new neighbourhoods have spread around the factories, often by water, the lifeblood of the city.
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KARI’S FAVOURITES
RAPOLA RIDGE AND
VOIPAALA
Pages 12–13
VISAVUORI
Pages 14–15
MYLLYSAARI MUSEUMS
AND VALKEAKOSKI
CANAL
Pages 16–17
SÄÄKSMÄKI
CHURCH
Near the centre you can also find the buildings
dedicated to leisure, hobbies, culture and health:
the library, our education centres, the swimming
hall, the theatre, schools, the hospital – and between them the lush lakeside swimming areas
and boat harbours.
Reserve plenty of time and visit the medieval
Sääksmäki church, Voipaala and the other
manor houses, the beautiful and intriguing
Visavuori museum. And if it happens to be
Whitsun in May, experience the most unique
tradition of the city, the young maidens’ procession at the Helka Fest in Ritvala village.
If you are in a hurry and just passing by, take a
moment and stop at the bridge in Sääksmäki.
You will be able to see at a glance what we are
really all about.
And, when driving by, do not be alarmed by the
roar from the direction of the factories. It is just
FC Haka playing, and they’ve just scored a goal!
”Considering its past and present,
Valkeakoski is a city much larger than its
size”, says composer, professor Kari Rydman.
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Page 18
SIGHTS
SÄÄKSMÄKI
Relics and
Cultural Heritage
Sääksmäki, the mother parish of Valkeakoski,
was inhabited in the prehistoric era, as early as
5 000 years ago. The first written documents
which mention the Sääksmäki parish date back
to 1340. The parish covered the entire Western
Häme region from the Middle Ages until the
end of the 19th century.
Mannerheim Collection
Päivölä Folk High School
Päivöläntie 52
Tel. 03 233 2200
Open to groups by agreement.
Entry 5 €/person, guided tour 10 €.
Rapola Ridge
The Rapola Ridge, situated in Sääksmäki, a
junction of the ancient waterways in Häme, is
one of the most valued cultural sites in Finland.
In addition to the remnants of Finland’s largest
ancient hill fort, built some thousand years ago,
the area boasts remnants of prehistoric dwellings, cemeteries, sacrificial stones and an ancient grain field. There are official guided paths
through the hill fort, beginning at the car park
of Voipaala manor.
Rapola Manor
The Rapola manor dates back to
the 17th century. A statue of a lion
in front of the manor commemorates the third president of Finland, Pehr-Evind Svinhufvud,
who was born here in1861.
The Päivölä Folk High School, on the site of the
medieval Solberga manor, houses the Mannerheim Collection which portrays the life and
family of the Marshal of Finland, C.G.E. Mannerheim. Also portrayed are the Knights of the
Mannerheim Cross, the men who received the
highest wartime honour in Finland during
World War II.
The Tradition Room displays wartime material collected by the Valkeakoski-Sääksmäki
War Veterans Association: hobby crafts, military uniforms, letters, photos, medals and picture postcards.
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EXHIBITIONS
at Voipaala
2 February–18 April
Photographic Centre Nykyaika
exhibits topical photographs
from the Pirkanmaa region
VOIPAALA ART CENTRE
3– 30 May
Valkeakoski Art School’s 30th
Anniversary exhibition
Sääksmäentie 772, tel. 040 335 7071
www.valkeakoski.fi
Opening hours: 1 May – 30 September
Daily 11 am– 6 pm, 1 October – 30 April
Tue–Fri 11 am–5 pm, Sat–Sun 12–6 pm
December – January closed on Saturdays
and Sundays. Groups by agreement.
6 June– 29 August
The Finnish Watercolour
Society’s exhibition.
Exhibition curator
Tuomas Mäntynen.
Entry: adults 6 €, pensioners, students
and groups (min. 16 persons) 5 €,
children 7–18 years 1 €. Guided tour 30 €.
5 September – 21 November
Pirkanmaa Images 2010
Pirkka-Häme Region Artists’
Society.
Voipaala, situated at the foot of Rapola
ridge, was transformed from a village
into a manor in the 17th century. The
manor house is set in a 200-year-old
baroque park. Today the main building,
completed in 1912, houses an art centre.
There are changing exhibitions in the
main building as well as in the galleries
located in the smaller buildings throughout the year. The Sääksmäki library with
its extensive collection of poetry is also
located here.
Sääksmäki
Local Heritage Museum
Located next to Sääksmäki Church.
Tel. 0400 150 995
Voipaala is a versatile cultural centre for
the whole family. Here you can enjoy
concerts, participate in cultural events
and workshops, or take part in courses
arranged by the Valkeakoski Art School
and Valkeakoski Adult Education Centre.
Open in July,
Sundays 12 noon –4 pm. Other
times by agreement. Free entrance.
The museum houses ancient
rustic objects.
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SIGHTS
VISAVUORI
Offers
Art and Humour
The Visavuori museum complex on the shore of Lake
Vanajavesi, near the Sääksmäki
bridge, consists of the Emil
Wikström Museum and the
Kari Pavilion. Visavuori can
be easily reached by both land
and water – for instance by a
Finnish Silver Line boat from
Tampere or Hämeenlinna.
Emil Wikström Museum
VISAVUORI
Visavuori was originally sculptor Emil Wikström’s (1864–1942)
home and atelier. Today the museum displays his works along with
the lifestyle and living environment of his era. Wikström created
several nationally important monuments such as the statues of
Elias Lönnrot, the creator of the national epic Kalevala, and J.V.
Snellman, one of the most important Finnish thinkers of the 19th
century. One of the most admired facades in Helsinki, the old senate building, as well as the Lantern Bearers, statues at the Helsinki
Central Railway Station, are also his handiwork.
Visavuorentie 80, Tarttila,
Sääksmäki, tel. 03 543 6528
Summer cafe, tel. 03 543 6526
www.visavuori.com
The castle-like atelier, built between1903 and 1912, houses about
one hundred of Wikström’s sculptures. There is also a winter garden, an organ and an observatory. The residence, completed in
1902, is a log castle built in the national romantic style typical of
Finnish artists’ homes in that era.
1 December – 31 January
Tue – Fri 10 am – 4 pm
Emil Wikström had a passion for gardening. This is evident in the
lush garden of Visavuori.
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Opening hours:
1 June –31 August
Daily 10 am– 6 pm
1 February –31 May and
1 September –30 November
Tue–Sun 10 am – 4 pm
Entry: Adults 7 €, children
(aged 7–12) 1 € , children
under 7 years old free
Pensioners, students and
groups (min. 15 persons) 6 €.
Guided tour 30 €/group.
Picture © The heirs of Kari Suomalainen
EXHIBITIONS AT VISAVUORI
1 January– 31 August
Kari Pavilion, downstairs
Powder your face – Kari Suomalainen as an illustrator
1 February– 31 August
Kari Pavilion, upstairs
Funny world – selected cartoons
Beginning on 15 October
both floors
New, improved permanent display of Kari Pavilion
27 November–17 December
Old-time Christmas Magic
Visavuori, upper house
Kari Pavilion
Museum Shop
Plaster casts of Emil Wikström’s sculptures and items related to
Kari Suomalainen’s works are available at the shop located in the
Kari Pavilion.
For 20 years now, the Kari
Pavilion has been a part of
Visavuori. The funniest
museum of Finland showcases
the cartoons and paintings
of Emil Wikström’s grandson,
cartoonist Kari Suomalainen
(1920–1999).
Museum Cafe
The cosy museum cafe is situated in the old foundry in the
Visavuori atelier building. The
cafe seats 35–50 persons. The
cafe is open daily in summer.
At other times it is open for
groups by prior agreement.
”Laughter helps you
to live longer, unless you
laugh yourself to death.”
(Old man Römppä)
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SIGHTS
MILESTONES
IN THE HISTORY
OF VALKEAKOSKI
1869 first Valkeakoski
canal completed
1872 first paper and
groundwood mill
1880 first pulp mill
1923 Borough Charter,
separation from
Sääksmäki
1955 new canal completed
1963 Town Charter
1973 Sääksmäki annexed
to the city
MYLLYSAARI
A Journey
from Prehistoric to Modern Times
The geographical position of Valkeakoski in the junction of two
waterways has determined much of the city’s evolution. In the
Middle Ages Valkeakoski was a widely known mill village where
people gathered from long distances by boats to grind their grain.
Since the 1870s Valkeakoski has been known for paper and paper
manufacturers. Today, several prominent international companies
operate in Valkeakoski.
The old factory building by the canal at Myllysaari, the birthplace
of industrial activity in Valkeakoski, hosts two museums in a historical industrial environment: Valkeakoski City Museum and
the Finnish Football Museum.
The Workers’ Music Festival will be held in the industrial milieu
of Myllysaari on 29 July –1 August. See page 24!
Exhibitions at the Myllysaari museums: See page 28!
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MUSEUMS AT MYLLYSAARI
Kanavanranta 3, tel. 03 571 8100
www.valkeakoski.fi/myllysaari
KAUPPILANMÄKI
OPEN-AIR MUSEUM
Opening hours:
1 Oct.–30 Apr. Tue, Thu–Fri and
Sun 12– 4 pm, Wed 12– 6 pm
1 May – 30 Sep. Tue, Thu–Sun
12– 4 pm, Wed 12– 6 pm
Kauppilankatu 13
Tel. 040 563 6017
Opening hours 1 June–
29 Aug. Tue, Thu–Sun
12– 4 pm, Wed 12–6 pm
Ticket includes entry to both
museums at Myllysaari as well
as to the Kauppilanmäki
open-air museum.
Adults 5 €, students, pensioners, the unemployed and groups
(min. 10 persons) 3 €, children
(ages 7–16) 2 €, children under
7 and veterans free. Guided
tours for groups start at 50 €.
Myllysaari boasts a genuine
Venetian gondola which was
used in Juuso Walden’s
time to entertain
important
international
guests.
Valkeakoski City Museum
The city museum illustrates local history from prehistoric to
modern times. Among other things, the museum exhibits prehistoric findings from Sääksmäki, the era of the Valkeakoski
Mill Village, the establishment of the paper mill as well as the
post-war growth period. A model illustrates the industrial village as it was in 1923. You can also get an idea of the importance of Juuso Walden, the legendary patron of the paper mill,
in “Juuso’s Room”.
Finnish Football Museum
More than 100 years of Finnish football
history is displayed here in the form of
objects and pictures, garments, prizes
and souvenirs. Among other things, a
fully equipped 1930s locker room is on
exhibit. An auditorium for 50 people is
available, and there is a library.
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Kauppilanmäki
Open-air Museum
The Kauppilanmäki open-air
museum is situated a few hundred metres to the south of the
canal. There are five houses
that illustrate the way paper
mill workers lived from the
late 19th century to the early
20th century. The area also
houses a Workers’ Hall, a
smoke sauna, a carriage shed
and storage houses. Various
events and performances are
arranged on the premises on
summer Sundays.
SIGHTS
CHURCHES
Spanning Centuries
The construction of churches began in the Valkeakoski region as
early as in the 13th century. Today’s Valkeakoski boasts five very
different churches and well as an outdoor chapel in connection
with the Pappilanniemi Course Centre.
Sääksmäki Church
Kirkkovainiontie 10, Sääksmäki
Tel. 03 576 1208
Open: as a travellers’ church
15 June–15 August daily 8 am–6 pm.
Other times in summer (2 May–30 Sep.) 8 am–3 pm.
The Sääksmäki Stone Church was built at the turn of the 15th and
16th centuries. It burnt down in 1929, and was reconsecrated in
1933. The latest restoration took place in 1998–1999. The stained
glass windows and the paintings in the ceiling were done by wellknown local artist Kalle Carlstedt and the reliefs by another local
artist, Aukusti Veuro. There are two old saint statues in the
church: St Olaf from the 14th century and St James from the 15th
century.
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Valkeakoski Church
Kirkkotie 1, tel. 03 576 1208
Open by agreement.
The last of the 14 churches designed by architect Veikko Larkas,
Valkeakoski church was completed in 1969. The large stained
glass windows were done by well-known artist Mikko Vuorinen.
Metsäkansa
Village Church
Aaltosentie, tel. 03 576 1208
Open by agreement.
This church, designed by
architect Jaakko Tähtinen,
was commissioned and
donated by industrialist
Emil Aaltonen to his home
village in 1938. He also
donated the church organ,
altar piece and the chimes.
Valkeakoski
Chapel Church
Kangaskatu 4
Tel. 03 576 1208
Open by agreement.
The small chapel, designed
by architect Pekka Saarema,
was built beside the cemetery in 1958. Artist Mikko
Vuorinen designed the
glass mosaic gable windows. The church is used
for funerals and vespers.
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Orthodox
Prayer House
Kalmistonkatu, tel. 0400 924 124
Open by agreement.
The serene log building is
a typical Karelian village
prayer house, a tsasouna.
It was designed by Esko Aro
for the Tampere Orthodox
Congregation in 1953.
C U LT U R A L E V E N T S
“The spirit of a village
community lives in
Valkeakoski: we do things
together, and nobody is
left alone. Still, the place
offers a variety of services
and is close to bigger cities.”
SARI’S FAVOURITES
VALKEAKOSKI
THEATRE
Page 22
Sari Siikander:
DIVERSE CULTURAL ACTIVITIES
and a Feeling of Togetherness
WORKERS’
MUSIC
FESTIVAL
WALK AROUND
APIA BAY
Page 44
VOIPAALA
ART CENTRE
Actress Sari Siikander’s roots are in Valkeakoski. For her, Valkeakoski is precisely the kind of strawberry patch it is marketed as:
a sympathetic small town with the benefits of a bigger city.
As a factory town surrounded by water Valkeakoski is
visually impressive, Siikander says. “Nature is not just
a luxury for the few – it is strongly present right in
the centre of the town. Our neighborhoods illustrate
the idea of the Finnish garden city at its best.”
Voipaala art centre
Exhibitions as well as children’s art workshops
and camps in a unique cultural environment.
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Arts and Sports
– Forms of Culture
Siikander started her acting career at the
Valkeakoski theatre. “When a group of us decided to try and get into the Theatre Academy,
the members of the jury were astonished:
where do all these young talents come from?”
At least a dozen Valkeakoski youths have become theatre professionals
In Valkeakoski, culture also means sports, particularly football. “Everyone should experience
a football match at the Tehtaan kenttä football
field. And get a taste of the sausages.”
Valkeakoski Theatre
One of the leading amateur theatres in the country
with quality programmes and a strong joy of doing.
Workers’ Music Festival
You can see and hear the top performers of the year
as well as smaller scale, sometimes surprising
performances. It is also nice to meet old friends
who come to the event year after year. .
Walk around Apia bay
When in Valkeakoski, don’t miss the 3-kilometre
walking path with its suspension bridges.
Starting in the city centre, the popular route
runs through a wonderful lake scenery.
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C U LT U R A L E V E N T S
Unique Theatrical Experiences since 1900
The Valkeakoski City Theatre is a unique theatre which attracts
audiences through a versatile repertoire, dozens of local all-round
performers and the idyllic atmosphere of the old theatre building.
The 2010 spring programme brings music on the stage. Kuolemansyntejä, paratiisiuutisia (Mortal sins, paradise news) is a
dramatised musical evening with stories about people in various
turning points in their lives. The songs illustrate our time and the
Finnish psychological landscape.
Valkeakoski Theatre
Valkeakoskenkatu 17
Inquiries and reservations:
Tel. 040 335 7027
www.valkeakoski.fi
In addition to the main programme, our guest performances, workshops, community
theatre and the May Day
Happening guarantee rich
theatrical experiences for
everyone. The 2010 autumn
season will feature comedy
on the main stage.
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SÄÄKSMÄKI SOI!
Classical Music Festival 7–10 July 2010
The seventh Sääksmäki Soi! Classical music festival presents high quality
symphony and chamber music concerts at Sääksmäki church, Voipaala
art centre, and Visavuori. The performers include top young musicians
of our time, featuring internationally renowned soloists. The Sääksmäki
Soi! festival orchestra is conducted by Jukka Iisakkila.
HELKA FEST IN RITVALA VILLAGE, 23 May 2010
The Helka fest is organised by
Ritvala Youth Society
Tel. 0400 835 403
The Helka Fest in Ritvala is the oldest folklore festival in Finland. The
origin of the Helka Fest lies in ancient spring and fertility rites found
in many cultures. The modern version of the festivities has been celebrated annually since 1904. The
core of the event is a procession of
young maidens singing ancient Helka hymns. The procession is followed by an outdoor celebration
with folk dances, musical performances and speeches.
Inquiries:
Teppo Iisakkila
Tel. 040 584 5611
www.saaksmakisoi.fi
PAPER
GIRL’S EVE
14 August 2010
An art and cultural
festival unique to
Valkeakoski. Various
performances around
the city.
Inquiries:
Valkeakoski
Cultural Office
Tel. 040 335 7021
HELKA FEST EXHIBITION
at Myllysaari Museum 20 May–29 August 2010
ONNI ROCK
15 August 2010
The exhibition illustrates the Helka Fest through the ages as well as its
significance to the small village of Ritvala. The exhibition also celebrates the 100th anniversary of Ritvala Youth Society.
A rock music event
with no age restrictions at Apia Park.
More information about Myllysaari: Pages 16–17
See page 52
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C U LT U R A L E V E N T S
WORKERS’ MUSIC FESTIVAL 29 JULY –1 AUGUST 2010
Experiences in the Factory Lights
The Workers’ Music festival is a unique festival known for its
great atmosphere and high quality programme. This year, the
39th festival will move from the Valkeakoski market place to the
Tervasaari paper mill and Myllysaari museum area a few hundred
metres away.
Located by the canal, the 100-year-old factory setting is a great
venue for the four-day festival that gathers together tens of thousands of music lovers of all ages year after year. The versatile
programme features performances by both star artists and interesting up-and-comers. There are exhibits, programmes for children and teenagers, night-time singalong events by the Kirjaslampi pond, club events, dancing, musical lake cruises as well
WORKERS’ MUSIC FESTIVAL CRUISES
Information and tickets:
Workers’ Music Festival
Kanavanranta 3
Tel. 03 585 0880
www.valmu.com
Thu 29 July
Fri 30 July
Fri 30 July
Finnish Rock cruise 7–9 pm
Children’s Indian cruise 2– 4.30 pm
Musical cruise 7.30–9.30 pm
Prices:
Adults 16 €, children (ages 4–11) 8 €
With day pass or festival pass 14 €/7 €
Children’s Indian cruise ,adults 25 €
Children (ages 4–11) 12,50 € incl. meal
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Experience the multifaceted event with your whole family!
as musical treasures of the Finnish labour movement. Environmental issues receive special attention during the event.
Stars shining in the factory lights include M.A. Numminen&Pedro
Hietanen, Chisu, Jarkko Martikainen and Paula Koivuniemi,
among others.
KIRJAZZ 3 July 2010
Jazz Rhythms in Nature
The event in the beautiful natural surroundings of the Kirjaslampi dance pavilion features both established and up-and-coming Finnish jazz musicians. The Kirjazz event is organized by the
Workers’ Music Festival in cooperation with local businesses. The
programme will be published early in the spring.
OUTDOOR DANCING AT KIRJASLAMPI
Summer Fridays are filled with dance steps and a relaxed atmosphere at the Kirjaslampi Dance Pavilion in the enchanting
surroundings of Lake Mallasvesi. Enjoy dancing to the music
of both traditional and modern performers of dance music.
Information: Workers’ Music Festival, www.valmu.com
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VA L K E A KO S K I • I N F O
EVENTS IN VALKEAKOSKI 2010
HAKU-VEIKON LATURETKI CROSS-COUNTRY SKIING EVENT
14 FEBRUARY
Route options 20, 45 and 60 km
AEROBICS FINNISH CHAMPIONSHIPS AND
FINNISH OPEN 14–15 MAY, Apia Sports Centre
INTERNATIONAL MUSEUM DAY 18 MAY
Myllysaari Museums. Pages 16–17
HELKA FEST IN RITVALA 23 MAY
Outdoor festival with a procession of
young girls singing traditional songs. Page 23
VALKEAKOSKI MARKET 2–3 JUNE
In the centre, in front of Koskikara shopping centre.
FINLANDIA CANOE RELAY 14–15 JUNE
About 100 canoes on the lakes of Valkeakoski
ANNIVERSARY MASS AT SÄÄKSMÄKI CHURCH 20 JUNE, 10 am
Sääksmäki Parish celebrates its 670th anniversary.
The mass will be officiated by bishop Matti Repo.
KIRJAZZ AT KIRJASLAMPI 3 JULY
Young Finnish jazz musicians in the beautiful natural surroundings
of the Kirjaslampi Dance Pavilion. Page 25
KOSKILAISSUNNUNTAI LOCAL HISTORY EVENT
AT KAUPPILANMÄKI MUSEUM AREA 4 JULY
The 50th anniversary of the Kauppilanmäki open-air museum.
SÄÄKSMÄKI SOI! -CLASSICAL MUSIC FESTIVAL 7–10 JULY
Top-rated symphony and chamber music concerts at Sääksmäki
Church, Voipaala art centre and Visavuori museum. Page 23
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REMEMBER THESE
WORKERS’ MUSIC FESTIVAL 29 JULY–1 AUGUST
A four-day music festival in the traditional industrial
surroundings by the canal. Pages 24-25
50TH ANNIVERSARY TOURNAMENT OF THE
VALKEAKOSKI JUNIOR FOOTBALL LEAGUE
ON 6–8 AUGUST
at the Sahara synthetic grass field
and at the Apia and Roukko football fields.
FC HAKA plays at the
Tehtaan kenttä football field
Page 46
ISKU-VEIKOT volleyball team
plays at the Apia
Sports Centre. Page 45
PAPER GIRL’S EVE 14 AUGUST
Unique local art and culture event. Page 23
ONNI ROCK 15 AUGUST
Rock music event with no age restrictions
at the Apia adventure park. Page 52
OLD -TIME MARKET AT VOIPAALA 11 SEPTEMBER
12 noon–3 pm
PIRKAN HÖLKKÄ JOGGING EVENT 3 OCTOBER
33 km from the Tehtaan kenttä
football field to Tampere.
FISH MARKET 9 OCTOBER
at the Valkeakoski
market place
JORMA HYNNINEN IN CONCERT
AT SÄÄKSMÄKI CHURCH 31 OCTOBER
Changes possible.
MUSICAL STORIES
AT THE CITY THEATRE
Page 22
OUTDOOR DANCING
AT THE KIRJASLAMPI
DANCE PAVILION
on summer Fridays
Page 25
EXHIBITIONS
around the city. Page 28
MORE INFORMATION ON ALL EVENTS: www.valkeakoski.fi
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VA L K E A KO S K I • I N F O
EXHIBITIONS
IN VALKEAKOSKI
Myllysaari Museum
Kanavanranta 3, tel. 03 571 8100
13 Jan.–28 Feb. Camera club’s annual exhibition
9 March–2 May Joy of expression
– Craft School’s 20th anniversary
20 May–29 Aug. History of Helka festivities
15 Sep.– At school
More information about Myllysaari: pages 16–17
Taidetalo (Art House)
Kisakatu 2, tel. 044 584 9838
Opening hours Mon–Fri 11 am–5 pm.
Free entry.
Art-on-loan service and gallery with
changing exhibitions all year round.
Visavuori
Visavuorentie 80, tel. 03 543 6528, www.visavuori.com
1 Jan.–31 Aug.
Powder your face
– Kari Suomalainen as an illustrator
1 Feb.–31 Aug. Funny world – selected cartoons
15 Oct.– New permanent display of Kari Pavilion
27 Nov.–17 Dec. Old-time Christmas Magic
More information about Visavuori: pages 14– 15
Voipaala Art Centre
Sääksmäentie 772, tel. 040 335 7071
www.valkeakoski.fi
More information about Voipaala: page 13
2 Feb.–18 April
Photographic Centre Nykyaika exhibits topical photographs
from the Pirkanmaa region
3 –30 May Valkeakoski Art School’s 30th Anniversary exhibition
6 June–29 Aug. The Finnish Watercolour Society’s exhibition
5 Sep.–21 Nov. Pirkanmaa Images 2010 - Pirkka-Häme Region Artists’ Society
MORE INFORMATION ABOUT ALL EXHIBITIONS www.valkeakoski.fi
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WELCOME TO VALKEAKOSKI!
ACCOMMODATION
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Ilola Tourist Farm
Hotel Viidennumero
Pappilanniemi Course Centre
Päivölä Folk High School
Salminen Cabins
Villa Savilla
SIGHTS
LEISURE
9 Visavuori Museum
• Emil Wikström Museum
• Kari Pavilion
10 Sääksmäki
Suspension Bridge
11 Rapola Ridge,
Voipaala Art Centre
12 Sääksmäki Local Museum
18 Sääksmäki Church
19 Metsäkansa Village Church
26 Hakalanranta beach
29 Lotila Bowling Alley and
Indoor Tennis Court
33 Korkeakangas Ski Centre
34 Roukko Ski Centre
35 Eurotalli Riding Stable
36 SS-talli Riding School
37 Karisalmi
Domestic Animal Farm
38 Lake Vallonjärvi
39 Valmarinniemi
LAKE SERVICES
© Affecto Finland Oy, Karttakeskus, Permit L8501/10
Note: City centre on the following page.
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49 Lake Cruise Pier (pages 8–9)
50 Guest Boat Pier
VA L K E A KO S K I • I N F O
VALKEAKOSKI CITY CENTRE
ACCOMMODATION
Hotel Waltikka
Apianlahti Camping
Ilola Tourist Farm*
Hotel Viidennumero*
Pappilanniemi
Course Centre*
6 Päivölä Folk High School*
7 Salminen Cabins*
8 Villa Savilla*
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SIGHTS
Sääksmäki
9 Visavuori Museum*
• Emil Wikström Museum
• Kari Pavilion
10 Sääksmäki
Suspension Bridge*
11 Rapola Ridge,
Voipaala Art Centre
12 Sääksmäki Local Museum*
Valkeakoski City Centre
13 Myllysaari Museums
• City Museum
• Football Museum
14 Kauppilanmäki
Open-air Museum
LEISURE
20 Valkeakoski Theatre
21 Apia Sports Centre
Swimming pool and
exercise facilities
22 Apia beach and
Adventure Park
23 Apianvirta Spinning Area
and Pedestrian Bridges
24 Kirjaslampi Beach
25 Lotila Beach
26 Hakalanranta Beach*
27 Tehtaan kenttä
Football Field
28 Sahara Football Field and
Traffic Playpark
29 Lotila Bowling and
Indoor Tennis Court*
30 Valkeakosken palloiluhalli
Sports Centre
31 Valkeakoski Exercise Centre
and Kerhomaja
Indoor Tennis Court
32 Wareena Ice Stadium
33 Korkeakangas Ski Centre*
34 Roukko Ski Centre*
35 Eurotalli Riding Stable*
36 SS-talli Riding School*
37 Karisalmi Domestic
Animal Farm*
38 Lake Vallonjärvi*
39 Valmarinniemi*
Churches
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Valkeakoski Church
Chapel Church
Orthodox Prayer House
Sääksmäki Church*
Metsäkansa Village Church*
Note: Locations marked with *
are on the previous page.
SERVICES AND
TRANSPORTATION
40 Koskikara Shopping Centre
and Taxi Stand
41 Market Place
42 City Hall
43 Library, Valkeakoski
Adult Education Centre
44 Police
45 Post Office
46 Hospital
47 Health Care Centre
48 Bus & Taxi Station
49 Lake Cruises (pages 8–9)
50 Guest Boat Pier
i Tourist Office
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LIVING
VALKEAKOSKI
a Cosy
Strawberry Place
Excellent location
in the heart of Finland
A junction of both roads and
waterways, Valkeakoski is situated in the heart of Finland, in
the centre of the growing Pirkanmaa region. The city boasts
excellent connections to neighbouring cities and to other
parts of Finland.
Beautiful natural
surroundings and
clean waters
Widely reaching, picturesque
waterways dominate the silhouette of Valkeakoski. Everywhere you go, you can experience the closeness of nature.
A small big place
Valkeakoski combines the services of an urban centre and
the benefits of a small town.
Services, schools and leisure
activities are close by. You do
not have to spend your life
queuing for services, so there is
more time for your family and
hobbies.
Safe city
Valkeakoski is a safe place.
Children can play in peace
and adults go anywhere without worrying about safety
Various living options
The garden city offers housing
close to both nature and services. There is a lot to choose
from: single family homes and
link houses in attractive neighbourhoods, and blocks of flats
in the centre. You can buy
your own home or live in a
rental flat. Student housing is
also available
High-quality, reasonably
priced housing
Valkeakoski offers spacious
and comfortable housing options. The prices of homes are
approx. one third lower than
in Tampere. A wide variety of
lots is available with competitive prices.
Nice and
easy-going people
There is no need to play
games in Valkeakoski, unless
you are at the football field.
We believe in working together – volunteering is held in
high esteem.
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First-class options
for education
Valkeakoski has a comprehensive basic education network.
Valkeakoski Campus is a unique learning environment comprising a state-of-the-art upper
secondary school, the HAMK
University of Applied Sciences,
a vocational school, a vocational adult education centre and
an industrial college. The Valkeakoski Adult Education Centre and the Päivölä Folk High
School offer ample opportunities for lifelong learning.
First-rate day care
Valkeakoski boasts highly professional day care services.
Day care centres are located
close by and offer lots of stimulating activities for children.
Cultural services
for people of all ages
Valkeakoski offers unique, multifaceted, high quality cultural
and recreational services. We
have a lot to offer for children,
grown-ups and senior citizens.
Among other things, there is a
ballet school, music school, art
school, and a theatre.
You can enjoy
a lively urban
atmosphere as well
as the peace and
quiet of nature
in Valkeakoski.
Events for everyone
Joy of exercise
Valkeakoski is a living cultural
and sports city, with lots happening at all times and places.
You can enjoy musical events,
theatrical experiences, top
sporting events in various
sports and much more!
There are approx. 150 registered exercise facilities such as
an ice stadium, indoor swimming pool and sports centre,
downhill and cross-country skiing centre and dozens of fields
for ballgames. You can follow
guided nature paths or choose
your own.
Extensive public
and private services
Valkeakoski offers excellent
public services for its residents.
The regional hospital, health
care centre and private clinics
offer expert medical care. A lot
of other services and shops are
also available.
Jobs and
successful businesses
The city has thousands of jobs
in industry and the service sector. The ideal location of the
city in Southern Finland along
the main Helsinki-Tampere
motorway, near the Tampere
airport at Pirkkala, offers excellent opportunities and networks for successful business.
Valkeakoski Campus combines
education and entrepreneurship.
Top expertise and
international business
Many internationally renowned businesses operate in Valkeakoski. Products manufactured in the city are exported
all over the world. The University of Applied Sciences offers
highly rated professional training in international business.
An attractive place to live
800– 900 people make Valkeakoski their home each year – a
wise decision!
Families with children love
to live in the strawberry place,
where everything is close by.
W H Y N O T J O I N T H E G O O D C O M PA N Y !
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LIVING
Mika Kallio:
VALKEAKOSKI IS MY FIRST CHOICE
Monaco-based professional motorcycle racer Mika Kallio still considers
Valkeakoski as his real home town. This is why he decided to build his
own strawberry patch here. It is situated in Lintula, the site of the Finnish
Housing Fair in 2009.
Kallio, who tours the world professionally, enjoys life in the garden city.
“During the season I have very little free time, but I try to
make time to come back to my home town whenever possible.”
Valkeakoski has always been the number
one choice for Kallio. This is where he was
born and raised. ”I would not even consider
building my Finnish home anywhere else.
The location of the city is excellent, because
both Tampere and Helsinki are only a short distance away. All the necessary services are readily available. This is a great place to relax and charge up between races.”
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Mika Kallio
races in the elite
MotoGP class.
HOUSING LOTS
AND LOANS
Plots, tel. 040 335 6504
Lots,
tel. 040 335 6016
www.valkeakoski.fi
REAL ESTATE
AGENCIES
More than 142,000 people visited the village-like Lintula housing fair area.
The guests were attracted by its spaciousness, versatility and closeness to
nature. Construction continues in Lintula after the fair. The whole Lintula
area comprises about 60 hectares of land, of which the housing fair area is
25 hectares.
The home built for Mika Kallio
was the most popular house at
the Valkeakoski Housing Fair
event in Lintula.
Asuntopalvelu
LKV Kyllikki Lahtinen
Valtakatu 9–11
Tel. 0400 630 603
0400 401 235
www.etuovi.com
Habita Valkeakoski
Valtakatu 23–25
Tel. 010 585 5530
www.habita.fi
Keski-Hämeen Rakennus Oy
Sales only
Valtakatu 30– 32
Tel. 020 728 9821
www.keski-hameenrakennus.fi
Open Market
Kiinteistönvälitys
Tel. 045 657 5412
www. openmarket.fi
Kallio Says the Lintula Neighbourhood
is Beautiful and Peaceful
Valkeakosken
Asunnonvälitys Oy LKV
Valtakatu 22–24
Tel. 03 585 0111
www.etuovi.com
Municipal services also get a high rating from Kallio. “Schools and
day care centres are close by. Valkeakoski also offers a wide range
of activities for children, such as schools of music, fine arts, creative writing, ballet and handicrafts. And there are of course firstrate opportunities for sports.”
Valkeakosken
Huoneistopalvelu LKV
Kauppatori 3 A
Tel. 03 584 6666
www.huoneisto.net
In addition to excellent housing options, Valkeakoski boasts great
spots for summer cottages and boating. Kallio’s family has a summer cottage by Lake Vanajavesi, where he spends a lot of time in
the summer. From there he has frequently made boat trips on the
waters around the city.
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Valkeakosken
OP-Kiinteistökeskus Oy LKV
Valtakatu 9–11
Tel. 010 2568 505
www.opkk.fi
LIVING
Various Living Options
to Choose from
Valkeakoski offers spacious, comfortable and inexpensive living options. The prices of homes
are approximately one third cheaper than in
Tampere.
Idyllic neighborhoods consisting of detached
houses are typical of Valkeakoski. The quaint
old wooden houses can be transformed into
new homes to suit the needs of various types of
families.
It is also possible to build a new house near a
lake, in the countryside or near the services in
the city centre. The new, popular Lintula neighbourhood in the northern part of the city was the
site of the Finnish Housing Fair in 2009.
There are also many living options in blocks of
flats. A new complex of small blocks of flats will
be built in the city centre, near the best shops
and services. The city is also building new and
renovating existing rental flats.
Student housing is also available, even with lake
views. For senior citizens, two service homes
and group homes are available among other options. Plans for the construction of new senior
homes and enhanced service housing are also
well under way.
There are both modern and more traditional
style detached houses in Valkeakoski.
Large, Inexpensive Housing Lots
Valkeakoski has a continuous application policy
for available housing lots. The lots are spacious
with 1 000–1500 square metres each and the
prices are resident-friendly with 15–20 €/ m2 on
average. Lot applications are welcome all year
round.
Further information:
www.valkeakoski.fi
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HIGH QUALITY BLOCKS OF FLATS
TO BE BUILT IN THE CENTRE
Comfortable student housing
with a lake view
RENTAL HOUSING
Apiankatu Residential Area
A high quality residential area with blocks of flats will be built
in the area between the Apia Sports Centre and Apia Bay, based
on an architectural competition. Initially, the area will comprise
four 4–5 storey blocks with handsome views over parks and the
lake. The first buildings will be completed in 2010.
Valkeakosken Asunnot Oy
Apiankatu 1
Tel. 03 569 1100
Application forms available at
www.valkeakoski.fi
Evangelical-Lutheran Parish,
Financial Office
Valkeakoskenkatu 27
Tel. 03 576 1211
Valkeakosken
Kiinteistöpiste Oy
Apiankatu 3
Tel. 03 584 4211
03 584 3011
www.valkeakoskenkiinteistopiste.fi
Torinranta Blocks of Flats
The commercial centre of Valkeakoski will expand towards the
guest pier. A new shopping centre will be built in the area which
now houses the market place and Apia school, with two floors
and approx. 10,000 m2 of commercial space. Three 4–6 storey
blocks of flats will be built near the lakeshore in the eastern part
of the area, the highest one located the farthest from the shore.
Each block will have two floors for penthouses.
The images on this spread are the architect’s visualizations.
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Valkeakosken
Nuorisoasuntoyhdistys
(Youth Housing Association)
Valkeakosken tili- ja
isännöinti
Valtakatu 9–11
Tel. 03 233 4238
www.nal.fi
WH-Asunnot
Kenraalintie 3 A 2
Tel. 020 752 9358
www.wh-asunnot.fi
BUSINESS AND INDUSTRY
“Food made by mothers”
Saarioinen Oy is one of the
biggest employers in Valkeakoski. Meat and bakery products
are manufactured at the
Liha-Saarioinen Oy production
facility. The logistics centre
handles all of Saarioinen’s
fresh food products.
Opportunities for Successful Business
Valkeakoski offers excellent conditions for entrepreneurs. The city is situated in a logistically
ideal spot along the main Helsinki–Tampere
motorway in the middle of Southern Finland.
There are conveniently located industrial and
commercial plots available at competitive
prices. The city is also willing to finance the
construction of facilities for growing enterprises
that create new jobs. Companies operating in
the Valkeakoski region have the possibility to
get investment grants for equipment and machinery, and start-up grants for staff recruitment.
Muovityö Hiltunen Oy has operated in Valkeakoski
for several decades. Managing director Esa Hiltunen
says that the city offers many benefits for businesses.
“Products and services are readily available in our own
town because we have a functioning network of
providers in various fields. The city also has
a good selection of plots for
building new facilities.”
Facilities suited for many kinds of industrial activities, equipped with overhead bridge cranes,
can be rented at the Tervasaari factory area.
The centre of the lively Southern Pirkanmaa region, Valkeakoski also offers great opportunities
for service businesses. People come here to
work and shop from all over the region. More
than 2,000 people who live in neighbouring
communities work in Valkeakoski.
The photo shows an innovative composite transportation container with an ADR classification for dangerous substances. The container was developed in
cooperation with the Valkeakoski-based transportation company JJ-kuljetus Oy.
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Valkeakoski Campus Gathers Know-how
Valkeakoski Campus, situated in the northern part of Valkeakoski, is a versatile centre of learning, research and entrepreneurship. The Campus area
houses a modern business park with premises and services for entrepreneurs, a centre of expertise, a centre for occupational well-being and a
development centre for family enterprises. Companies can recruit new
employees from the area’s several highly rated educational institutions
which train experts for both national and international business.
Educational opportunities in Valkeakoski: pages 40–41
The Development Agency of Valkeakoski
Region (Vaske) More information: www.vaske.fi
BIGGEST EMPLOYERS
IN VALKEAKOSKI
The Vaske development agency aims at developing the industrial
life and facilitating the growth of enterprises in Valkeakoski and
elsewhere in the Southern Pirkanmaa region. The business advisors of Vaske assist entrepreneurs in starting a business, finding
premises, finding out about investment and start-up grants and
other financing possibilities as well as developing business operations, meeting training needs and expanding networks.
City of Valkeakoski
UPM-Kymmene Oyj
Saarioinen Oy
Metso Paper Valkeakoski Oy
Bemis Valkeakoski Oy
Valkeakoski Hospital
Walki Group Oy
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E D U C AT I O N
Unique Learning Environment
IN A CITY OF SCHOOLS
Valkeakoski boasts top-quality, versatile educational services from early childhood education
to lifelong learning. There are 13 schools for basic education, two of which are for grades 7–9.
There is an upper secondary school for both
teenagers and adults.
Valkeakoski Campus with its several educational institutions offers an exceptionally broad
and innovative learning environment:
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Tietotie upper secondary school
HAMK University of Applied Sciences,
Valkeakoski college
Valkeakoski Vocational College
UPM Industrial College
Päivölä Folk High School
The students can take advantage of study opportunities at all of the schools on the campus. In addition, University of Tampere and the Tampere
University of Technology have research units on
the campus area.
Valkeakoski Adult Education Centre offers
possibilities for various kinds of lifelong learning. The course selection includes hundreds of
courses ranging from foreign languages to handicrafts and from art to information technology.
In addition to liberal adult education, the Centre offers basic national curricula in arts for children and youngsters in various fields. There is a
music school and a school of fine arts as well as
schools of ballet, handicrafts, drama and creative writing.
Päivölä Folk High School in Sääksmäki is a
boarding school offering studies in mathematics,
tourism, law and foreign languages.
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The state-of-the-art facilities of the Tietotie upper secondary school were completed in
the summer of 2009. The school boasts a strong liberal arts and science curriculum, a language curriculum covering all of the world’s major languages as well as a sports academy.
The Valkeakoski college of the HAMK University of Applied Sciences is a multicultural educational institution that specializes in industrial service business. The college offers
degree programmes in Automation Engineering, Industrial Management and International
Business. All three programmes are delivered in English. More information: www.hamk.fi
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LEISURE
”Valkeakoski offers
really varied leisure activities.
There is something
for everyone –
for lovers of sports,
culture, entertainment
and nature alike.”
SEDU’S FAVOURITES
APIA PARK
Pages 7, 45 and 50
Seppo ”Sedu” Koskinen:
CITY CENTRE
Pages 58–59
LIVELY LEISURE
in a Charming City
TEHTAAN KENTTÄ
FOOTBALL
FIELD
Page 46
Seppo “Sedu” Koskinen, a Valkeakoski native, played in the Haka
football team that won both the Finnish Championship and the
Finnish Cup in 1977. Today, he is the principal owner of FC Haka
and a significant restaurant owner in this city as well as in many
others.
Around the time Sedu was born and lived here as a child, the legendary mill owner Juuso Walden was in his prime. The strong
man of United Paper Mills Ltd created a strong basis for the varied leisure possibilities in the city. ”Juuso was a football man from
head to toe, but he understood culture as well. Among other
things, he was a cofounder of the city’s theatre. Juuso believed in
providing good leisure possibilities for the workers in his factory
and all the residents of the city”, Sedu explains.
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Apia Park. A versatile and beautiful leisure oasis in
the heart of the city: Adventure park, swimming area
and sports field.
Valkeakoski – a Diamond
in the Rough
The visibility of the widely reaching waterways
everywhere is characteristic of Valkeakoski. Nature is nearby and can be approached in many
ways. “Back when public attention was turned
to the factories and their smell, this remained
undiscovered by many. Now that the odours
have disappeared, everyone should be able to
see the beauty of the city. The Housing Fair
event last summer opened many visitors’ eyes
in this respect”, Sedu believes.
Tehtaan kenttä Football Field.
Haka football matches serve great entertainment and
experiences. The Paviljonki restaurant serves other treats.
According to Sedu, Valkeakoski has great potential for tourism and the possibilities are almost limitless. Sedu wants to actively participate
in developing the city as an interesting and attractive destination.
City centre. Valkeakoski boasts a lively centre with
varied services. A shopping centre and specialty shops,
restaurants, cafes and a busy market place.
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LEISURE • SPORTS
ENERGY FROM EXERCISE
There are many possibilities to do sports and exercise in
Valkeakoski, whether you are looking for energizing or more relaxing kind of activities. You can choose from about 150 registered exercise sites offering excellent facilities for various kinds
of sport. Nearly 70 active sports clubs provide services for keepfit enthusiasts and sports fans as well as competing athletes.
Hiking Routes and Nature Paths
There are several guided routes and diverse
terrains available for hikers: rocky hill terrain
in the north and typical agricultural landscape
including rare groves in the south.
The Valmarinniemi recreation area is situated about
5 kilometres to the east of the
city centre towards Pälkäne.
You can cross a walking
bridge or take a boat to nearby islands which offer camping facilities such as cooking
shelters, fireplaces, dry toilets
and a swimming
area.
You can start on the 3.3 kilometre walk
around Apia Bay from the market place. The route takes
you across a suspension bridge near the market place, past
Information on routes and
inquiries: Valkeakoski Tourist
Apia beach and camping area, across two pedestrian susOffice and www.valkeakoski.fi
pension bridges at Apianvirta and the canal,
and finally past Hotel Waltikka back to
your starting point. (see map, page 31)
Guided nature paths:
• Mettivuori at the Korkeakangas Ski Centre area (1 km)
A 7 kilometre route circles Lake Lotila.
• Pappilanniemi
Course Centre area in Sääksmäki (1.5 km)
A 1,2 kilometre path called “Santun lenkki”
• Rapola Ridge nature and historic path (1.6 km),
is situated in the Yrjölä residential area.
starts at the car park of Voipaala Manor
There are lit jogging paths at both
• Tykölänjärvi lake area (1 km)
Korkeakangas and Roukko, where the
• Vallonjärvi lake area (2.2 km)
Valkeakoski section of the Pirkan taival
• Valmarinniemi (1.3 km)
trail network starts.
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Apia
Sports Park
APIA SPORTS CENTRE
Apiankatu 7, tel. 040 335 6806
The sports centre offers facilities for various ball games and gymnastics. The main hall seats approx. 1,000 spectators. A gym and
additional rooms for wrestling, boxing, weight training, rowing
and judo are available, as well as a solarium and meeting rooms.
In the swimming facility there is a 25 m main pool, two small
pools, four saunas and a high quality lunch and coffee shop.
includes a track and field
sports ground that meets
international standards
and is actively used by
athletes of all ages.
LEISURE • SPORTS • EQUIPMENT RENTAL
APIA SPORTS CENTRE
Exercise Hall
Open weekdays 8 am–9.30 pm,
Sat–Sun 9 am–5 pm.
Closed 16 June–31 July
Swimming Hall
Open Mon, Wed, Fri
8 am–8.30 pm
Tue and Thu 6 am–8.30 pm
Sat 12–5 pm
Sun 9 am–5 pm.
Closed 16 June–14 August.
Sports Centre
Apiankatu 7, tel. 040 335 6806
Valkeakosken Liikuntapiste
Kerhomajankatu 5
Tel. 03 584 3155, 040 520 3122
Lotila Tennis Hall
Kerhomaja Tennis Hall
Bookings, tel. 03 584 5622
TENNIS, Outdoor courts
Entry: adults 4 €,
pensioners 3 €,
children (5–15 yrs) 2 €
BOWLING
Lotilan Keilahalli
(Bowling Centre)
Lotilantie 24, tel. 03 584 1039
Open Mon 10 am–3 pm
Tue–Thu 2– 8 pm,
Fri 11am–6 pm
Sat–Sun 11 am–5 pm.
Closed in summer.
Glow bowling available
GYMS
Fitness Centre Kanava
Apiankatu 1
Tel. 044 032 3457
FLOORBALL
AND BADMINTON
Sports Centre
Apiankatu 7
Tel. 040 335 6801
INFORMATION:
TENNIS, Indoor courts
Tehtaan kenttä
Bookings, tel. 03 584 5622
Hotel Waltikka, tel. 03 57 711
Kerhomaja, tel. 040 335 6801
EQUIPMENT RENTAL
Bicycles
Apianlahti Camping
Tel. 040 586 1097
Hotel Waltikka, tel 03 57 711
Ilola Tourist Farm
Tel. 03 588 9227
For more information on exercise facilities and options, contact the Valkeakoski
City Sports Office, Apiankatu 7, tel. 040 335 6801, www.valkeakoski.fi
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LEISURE • SPORTS
FOOTBALL AND OTHER TOP SPORTS
Valkeakoski is a football city. We have a professional team in the
national league, as well as several amateur teams for people of all
ages, from juniors to seniors. And others play football just for fun.
FC Haka is one of the most successful football clubs in Finland.
The team has won the Finnish Championship nine times and the
Finnish Cup as many as 12 times. Haka plays on the Tehtaan kenttä field, one of the most modern football fields in the country.
Each match is a public festival. You can enjoy delicious moments
at the Paviljonki summer restaurant.
Honour, Attitude, Kicks, Action!
Shout Haka, Haka!
Haka has the drive to win,
to make the goal net spin!
Freely translated from
the FC Haka club anthem
More information
about Haka matches
Tel. 03 584 5364, www.fchaka.fi
Football can be played all year round in Valkeakoski. The Sahara heated synthetic grass field and Valkeakosken Palloiluhalli (indoor ball games centre)
with its synthetic grass field provide excellent practice settings.
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Valkeakosken Isku-Veikot plays volleyball at the highest level in the Finnish
National Volleyball League. Matches take place at the Apia Sports Centre (page 45).
Finnish Football Museum
at Myllysaari
Kanavanranta 3, tel. 03 571 8133
The football museum and the Myllysaari
museum have joint opening hours and
entry tickets. See page 17.
The Finnish Football Museum is situated in
the Myllysaari museum complex, only a few
hundred metres from the football stadium.
The museum displays the fascinating
history of the sport in Finland since
the beginning of the last century.
Valkeakoski athletes are among the
Finnish top in aerobics and rhythmic
gymnastics. The Finnish Aerobics
Championships and Finnish Open
will be held on 14 –15 May 2010
at the Apia Sports Centre.
Mad Max is one of the top teams in the Finnish Futsal League.
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LEISURE • SPORTS
KORKEAKANGAS SKI CENTRE
Veikko Hakulisen tie. Route signs from Pälkäneentie and
Kaapelintie roads. Tel. 040 507 7782 cafe and equipment hire.
Tel. 040 335 6814 slopes. Open Tue– Fri 2– 8 pm, Sat–Sun
10 am– 6 pm. Prices: 2h ticket 10/15 €, day pass 15/20 €,
season pass 150/200 €. Children under 7 accompanied by
adults and wearing helmets free of charge!
The Korkeakangas Ski Centre offers facilities for both crosscountry and downhill skiing. It is also a popular venue for crosscountry skiing competitions, organized by Valkeakosken Haka,
one of the most successful skiing associations in Finland. Two
downhill slopes, vertical drop 62 m, length 240/330 m. Quarterpipe, jump, slide slope for children and grill shelter. Two lifts.
Cafe, equipment hire, ski service. Two saunas available in the
service building. Caravan area (no electricity for heating).
There is a total of 20 km of ski trails, 10 km of which are lit.
Racing trails: 1–5 km options. Artificial snow trail about 2 km.
Lake Lotilanjärvi
is a popular recreational spot in
winter, with regularly maintained
ski tracks and
walking trails.
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Roukko Ski Centre and
Eerola Cross-country
Ski Area
Start at the end of Salomaantie
road in the northern part of
the city. Lit 1, 2, 5 and 7 km
trails. Marked 10 and 22 km
easy to moderate ski tracks,
connected to the trail networks
of Kangasala and Tampere.
Inquiries: Tel. 040 335 6814
Wareena Ice Stadium
Jääkatu 6, tel. 040 335 6811
Public skating on weekends.
Entry: 3 €, children
(under 7, with helmets) free.
Sports Events
in Valkeakoski
Valkeakosken Haka is one of the leading skiing associations in
Finland. It has been the organizer of several important cross-country
skiing competitions at the Korkeakangas Ski Centre.
HAKU-VEIKON LATURETKI
SKIING EVENT
14 February 2010
20, 45 and 60 km route
options between Valkeakoski
and Tampere
FINLANDIA CANOE RELAY
14–15 June 2010
On the lakes around Valkeakoski
PIRKAN HÖLKKÄ JOGGING
EVENT 3 October 2010
33 km from the Tehtaan kenttä
football field to Tampere.
The jogging event is part of
the “Pirkan kierros” tour that
consists of four big events.
Roller skiing competitions are also organized in Valkeakoski.
Veikko Hakulinen was a great
skiing champion from Valkeakoski. He is remembered by many
for his winning time of 3.33.33
in the 50 km cross-country race
at the Oslo Winter Olympics in
1952. A statue by sculptor Aimo
Tukiainen commemorating Hakulinen is situated in the city centre.
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LEISURE • CHILDREN
LUXURY FOR KIDS – Places to Play and Exercise
ADVENTURE PARK
Apia Park
Tel. 040 335 6051
040 335 6512
The Adventure Park, situated only a short walk away from the
city centre, is much more than a common playground. The kids
can splash around in shallow lagoons, play in the log towers and
bastions, and climb and play on other safe play apparatus. The
park is open daily from May to October. Bring a lunch bag and
spend a fun summer day with the kids in the Adventure Park!
The Skate park is situated next to Apia Beach, across from the
Adventure Park.
CHILDREN’S
TRAFFIC PLAYPARK
Tallikatu 2, tel 040 335 7741
The traffic playpark is an excellent place for children to learn
about real-life traffic by practicing with pedal cars and bicycles.
Open in summer. Free entry.
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KARISALMI DOMESTIC
ANIMAL FARM
Innalanraitti 27, Sääksmäki
Tel. 040 827 7464
Opening hours:
1 May –30 September on weekdays 10 am–5 pm, weekends
10 am–2 pm. Entry 2 €.
The domestic animal farm has
pigs, chickens, turkeys, quails,
ducks, goats, guinea pigs,
rabbits, all supervised by Onni
the watchdog. The area also
houses a museum displaying
old farm tools and a shop
with crafts for sale.
Children’s Culture at Voipaala Art Centre
Sääksmäentie 772, tel. 040 335 7071
Voipaala is a popular destination for kindergarten and school excursions. Guided exhibitions and art workshops give children the
chance to learn about arts and crafts. During the summer holidays, structured art activities are available at the Kesäkäpälä art
workshop. More information on page 13.
ILOLA TOURIST FARM
Vedentaantie 30, Metsäkansa
Tel. 03 588 9227
040 596 8027
Entry: 5 €/family.
Enjoy seeing farm animals
such as horses, cows, calves,
rabbits, ducks, cats, dogs etc.
A play area and a trampoline
available.
For more information, see page 54!
HORSEBACK RIDING
Valkeakoski boasts dozens of football fields in active use.
Ilola Stable
Vedentaantie 30, Metsäkansa
Tel. 03 588 9227
040 596 8027
REMEMBER THESE:
Our many lakeside
swimming areas
Eurotalli Riding Stable
Pyörönmaantie 500
Tel. 03 588 5818
(page 7)
Indoor swimming pool
at the Sports Centre (page 45)
Korkeakangas
Ski Centre
SS-talli Riding School
Kapakanmäki 22, Tarttila
Tel. 03 543 6279
(page 48)
Wareena Ice stadium (page 48)
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L E I S U R E • YO U T H
ONNIROCK AT APIA PARK 15 AUGUST 2010
Some two thousand youth participate in the drug-free OnniRock event every year.
The performers include Finnish pop and rock stars as well as local bands.
OPPORTUNITIES FOR HOBBIES
and Channels for Participation
Valkeakoski invests in focused and versatile youth work. Educational youth work is coordinated by the city’s youth department.
There is also a youth council, which is an important participation
channel for youth aged 15–17. In addition, the city boasts more
than a dozen youth associations.
About a hundred events are organized for the youth annually.
Several rehearsal facilities are available for bands. There are active projects that provide support for coping with life, education
and employment. Housing is also available: for young people living on their own for the first time, there is an apartment building
with 19 rental apartments.
YOUTH FACILITIES
Akne Youth Centre, Apiankatu 41, tel. 040 335 6822
Open: Mon, Tue and Sun 4–8 pm. Information point, cafe with
games, modern disco and recreational facilities.
Barbaari Youth Cafe, Seurahuoneenkatu 4, tel. 040 335 6828
Open: Wed–Thu 4–8 pm, Fri–Sat 5 pm–12 midnight
Internet and other games, café, cool atmosphere
Eerolan Moikka Youth Facility, Eerolantie 9–11, tel. 040 335 6829
Open: Mon, Wed and Sun 4–8 pm. Spacious facilities for games and
dance training as well as a weight room.
Kariniemi Camp, Kariniementie 143, tel. 040 335 6821
Camps year round. Accommodation for 50 persons.
Spacious drawing room with fireplace, industrial-size kitchen,
large lakeside sauna, campfire sites, grass field and nature path.
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SKATE PARK AT APIA
The versatile Skate Park at Apia
Park was designed by young
people and complies with
EU standards
MORE INFORMATION:
Youth office
Apiankatu 41
Tel. 040 335 6821
Open: Mon–Thu 9 am–3.15 pm
Fri 9 am–3 pm
The youth office provides
service and advice on all youth
affairs. You can also book
facilities through the office.
Application forms and more
information in Finnish:
www.valkeakoski.fi/nuorille
D I R E C T O RY • S E RV I C E S
www.valkeakoski.fi
ALL
SERVICES
NEAR
YOU!
CITY HALL, Sääksmäentie 2, tel. 03 569 1100
CAR RENTALS
FILLING STATIONS
FIRST AID
PHARMACIES
Vääränkoivun Auto Oy
Peuranoronkatu 2
Tel. 03 584 1560
SEO
Kirjaskatu 9
Tel. 03 584 1941
Valkeakosken
II Apteekki
Lempääläntie 39
Tel. 03 584 1737
CINEMA
Shell
Lempääläntie 194
Tel. 03 584 2307
At night:
Mon–Fri 10 pm–8 am
Sat–Sun 10 pm–10 am
Sairaala (Hospital)
Salonkatu 24
Tel. 03 3116 7394
Cinema Kino-Sampo
Valtakatu 19
www.kinosampo.info
Programme
Tel. 03 584 2333
Eläinlääkäripalvelu
(Veterinary service)
Asemantie 10
Tel. 03 5691 8200
st1 (Cold station)
Mahliankatu 2
TB (Cold station)
Apiankatu 42
Eläinsairaala Profivet
Oy (Animal hospital)
Lempääläntie 525
Tel. 020 7569 690
Reservations
Tel. 044 596 6050
FIRST AID
POLICE
Apiankatu 5
Tel. 0718 746 310
POST OFFICE
Mallasvedenkatu 4
Tel. 020 071 000
TAXI
Tel. 106 2500
TRAVEL SERVICE
CITY GUIDES
Tourist Office
See page 60
FILLING STATIONS
K-Market/Liikenne/
Neste
Sääksmäentie 25
Tel. 03 584 4302
Neste Oil Express
Mallasvedenkatu 10
Tel. 040 451 3595
On weekdays:
Mon –Fri 8 am–4 pm
Terveyskeskus
(Public Health
care centre)
Särpimäenkatu 27
Tel. 03 5691 7596
Evenings and
weekends:
Mon–Fri 4 pm–10 pm
Sat–Sun 10 am–10 pm
Sairaala (Hospital)
Salonkatu 24
Tel. 03 3116 7260
LIBRARY
Kauppilankatu 2
Tel. 040 335 7055
Mon–Tue 10 am– 8 pm
Wed– Fri 10 am–7 pm
Sat 10 am–3 pm,
in summer
Mon–Fri 10 am–7 pm.
Matkahuolto
(Bus services)
MH agent
MKM-Tech Oy
Apiankatu 4
Tel. 050 313 4605
Timetables and tickets
Mon–Fri 9 am– 5 pm
PHARMACIES
Walkiakosken
Apteekki
Kauppatori 5
Tel. 020 778 9040
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SH-Tours
Travel Agency
Valtakatu 22-24
Tel. 010 666 2007
010 666 2008
AC C O M M O DAT I O N
Cozy Accommodation to Suit Your Needs
HOTEL WALTIKKA
Hakalantie 6, tel. 03 57 711
www.valkeakosken-waltikka.fi
ILOLA TOURIST FARM
A quality hotel on the shore of the clear Lake Mallasvesi, a short walk
away from the city centre. 83 rooms, including 3 suites. Prices start
at 75 €/room/night, incl. breakfast and sauna. A cosy sauna section,
including a Turkish bath. Several meeting rooms. Two restaurants
and a summer terrace. Tennis court.Great exercise possibilities in the
nearby sports facilities and outdoor recreation areas.
The active farm offers a variety of services including food, accommodation, meetings and special events for individual customers and
groups all year round. Accommodation in the old station building,
outbuildings and lakeshore cabins. Prices start at 35 €/ person incl.
breakfast. Caravan area on the premises.
Restaurant Wanha Asema
(Old Station)
Vedentaantie 30, Metsäkansa
Tel. 03 588 9227
040 596 8027
Two fully licensed restaurants. Smoke sauna on reservation. Sugar
www.ilolanmaatilamatkailu.com
creations made to order. Horseback riding, buggy rides, farm animals, extensive playground and mini-golf. Open daily.
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HOTEL VIIDENNUMERO
APIANLAHTI CAMPING
Rapolanranta 1, Sääksmäki
Tel. 045 128 1391
www.viidennumero.fi
Pälkäneentie 43, tel. 040 586 1097
www.apianlahticamping.com
Unique lodging in the magnificent lakeside landscape of
Sääksmäki. 25 beds in 1-3
person rooms. Prices start
at 60 €/night/room.
Ask for a quotation for
longer stays!
Situated in a beautiful natural spot on the shore of Lake Mallasvesi,
only a short walk from the city centre and close to the Korkeakangas
Ski Centre. Six well-equipped 6-person cabins fit for winter
accommodation, price 120 €/night or 650 €/week. Additional 4person cabins in summer, starting at 50 €/night and double rooms
at 35 €/night. Tents, caravans and boats starting at 16 €/night.
Á la carte restaurant in summer. Free wireless Internet connection.
PAPPILANNIEMI
COURSE CENTRE
VILLA SAVILLA
SALMINEN CABINS
Pappilanniemi 51, Sääksmäki
Tel. 040 744 1598
Laaksotorpantie 82
Tel. 040 763 6311
Leppäjärventie 211, Pyörönmaa
Tel. 03 588 5805, 040 762 0522
Beautiful natural surroundings
on the shore of Lake Vanajavesi. Group accommodation
by agreement.
Prices start at 25 €/person.
An attractive small cottage
for 4 persons in the heart of
the countryside. Available
1 May – 30 September.
Price: 50 €/night.
Peaceful leisure time in genuine
rustic surroundings. Three 2–7
person cabins. Prices start
at 115 €/weekend and
220 €/week. A 15-person
Lapp hut is also available.
PÄIVÖLÄ
FOLK HIGH SCHOOL
Päivöläntie 52, Tarttila
Tel. 03 233 2200
Modestly priced accommodation for groups. Prices start at
25 €/person.
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Tel. from abroad
dial +358-local number
Prices may vary.
RESTAURANTS & CAFES
STRAWBERRIES AND MORE!
R E S TAU R A N T S
An Nam
Genuine Vietnamese food
Apiankatu 3, tel. 03 585 1085
Sääksmäen Silta
Apia
Lakeshore restaurant,
high quality kitchen
Home style lunch
and à la Carte menu
Apiankatu 43, tel. 03 584 1576
Päivölä Folk High School
Golden Source
Buffet for groups, reservations only
Genuine Chinese food
Päivöläntie 52, Tarttila
Tel. 03 233 2200
Valtakatu 19
Tel. 050 414 2974
Hämeenlinnantie 28
Sääksmäki, tel. 03 588 1092
Viidennumero
Lakeshore restaurant,
à la Carte menu
(open in summer,
in winter by reservation only)
Rapolanranta 1, Sääksmäki
Tel. 045 128 1391
Karpuzi
Lunch on weekdays and à la Carte
Torikatu 2, tel. 03 586 9080
Waltikka
Musta Kissa
Lakeshore restaurant
á la Carte menu and other treats
Lunch on weekdays and à la Carte
Valtakatu 13, tel. 03 584 0750
Hakalantie 6, tel. 03 57 711
Pappilanniemi Course Centre
Wanha Asema
Delicious buffet for groups,
reservations only.
Regional home cooking
at the Ilola farm
Pappilanniemi 51, Sääksmäki
Tel. 040 744 1598
Vedentaantie 24
Tel. 03 588 9227
L U N C H A N D FA S T F O O D
Deniss Kebab & Pizza
Kauppatori 4
Tel. 03 585 0198
Hesburger
Torikatu 2
Tel. 075 325 9360
Inter Pizza and Kebab
Apiankatu 5
Tel. 03 585 1050
Kotipizza
Apiankatu 6, tel. 03 584 2720
Savariini
Apiankatu 4, tel. 03 584 5380
Mallas
Mallasvedenkatu 10
Tel. 040 451 3595
Swimming Hall lunch cafe
Apiankatu 7, tel. 03 584 6874
Papachi Kebab & Pizzeria
Valtakatu 14, tel. 03 584 9326
Paviljonki, summer restaurant
Tehtaan kenttä football field
Tel. 020 775 9430
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Valkeakoski Adult Education
Centre lunch cafe
Kauppilankatu 2
Tel. 040 545 4681
CAFES
Cafe Sofia
Koskikara Shopping Centre
Tel. 050 379 0606
Cafe – Confectionery Anita
Apiankatu 5
Tel. 03 584 0711
Cafe – Confectionery
Ståhlberg
Kauppatori 5
Tel. 03 588 5885
PUBS AND BARS
Cabaret discotheque
Valtakatu 12
Tel. 020 775 9430
Pub Frans
Salomaantie 9
Tel. 03 584 0927
Irman Kievari
Valtakatu 12
Tel. 020 775 9430
Pub Linno
Seurahuoneenkatu 1
Tel. 020 775 9130
Jyris Pub
Jyräänkatu 12–14
Tel. 03 584 6202
Viidennumero
Rapolanranta 1
Tel. 045 128 1391
(Open in summer,
in winter by reservation
only)
Mama’s Bar & Bistro
Valtakatu 5–7
Tel. 03 585 0519
Night Club Lola
Sääksmäentie 1
Tel. 03 584 6600
Pub Bulldog
Sääksmäentie 1
Tel.03 584 2708
Waltikka
Hakalantie 6
Tel. 03 57 711
Wanha Krouvi
Lempääläntie 37
Tel. 03 584 9098
Wanha Mestari
Innalantie 3
Tel. 03 584 0977
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Cafe – Confectionery
Varmiolan leipomo Bakery
Sääksmäentie 1
Tel. 03 585 1075
0400 152 373
Regional hospital’s cafe
Salonkatu 24
Tel. 03 3116 7348
Viialan kotileipomo
Home Bakery
Salomaantie 9
Tel. 0400 150 522
Viialan leipomo Bakery
Valtakatu 26–27
Tel. 03 585 0222
Youth Cafe Barbaari
Seurahuoneenkatu 4
Tel. 03 5691 8108
D I R E C T O RY
ENJOY THE PLEASURES OF THE CITY!
Valkeakoski offers great services for both travellers and residents. You
can choose from a wide selection of shops and services, including
about forty cafes and restaurants.
Services are concentrated around two centres: one, including the
Koskikara shopping centre, is in the area of Valtakatu street and the
market place, and the other one is around the bus station. In addition,
there are friendly shops and services in all parts of the town.
Koskikara
Shopping Centre
Valtakatu 9–11
The Koskikara shopping centre houses some 40 shops and enterprises. There is a large supermarket, shops and boutiques of various sizes,
restaurants and cafes, employment office and other service providers.
Plenty of indoor and outdoor parking spaces available.
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Valkeakoski
Market Place
is situated in the heart of the
city: in summer, by the lake
next to the tourist office;
in winter, in front of the
Koskikara shopping centre.
Open year round Tue and Fri
6 am–2 pm. In summer, Wed
evening 2–7 pm and Sat in
front of Koskikara 6 am–1 pm.
SHOPPING
SUPERMARKETS
GIFT SHOPS AND
SPECIALTY GOODS
Alko (off-licence)
Koskikara shopping center
Tel. 020 711 2442
K-Market Pepperoni
Lempääläntie 39, tel. 03 586 9090
K-Supermarket Apiantori
Apiankatu 6, tel. 03 277 7200
Antiikki-Waaja (antiques)
Kuurilantie 412, Tarttila
Tel. 0400 466 271
S-market Koskikara
Valtakatu 9-11, tel. 010 767 1041
Haka Shop (football fan products)
Valtakatu 31,
Tel. 03 584 5622
S-market Superi
Lempääläntie 22, tel. 010 767 1490
Kello- ja kulta Kronos
(watches and jewellery)
Kauppatori 3, tel. 03 584 4555
Valintatalo
Apiankatu 2, tel. 03 584 2521
FLEA MARKETS
Kivitaide Birgit Pelkonen (rock art)
Välikatu 4, tel. 0400 737 362
Antinniementien Kirppis
Antinniementie 1, tel. 050 441 0322
Rautia (hardware)
Sammonkatu 19, tel. 0207 630 850
Kirppis Annuli
Sammonkatu 14, tel. 040 350 5054
Sportia-Seppo (sporting goods)
Valtakatu 31, tel. 03 584 5622
Merjan Kirppis
Valtakatu 9-11, tel. 03 584 0411
Tulikoira (forged iron works)
Kankaantie 40, tel. 050 597 3477
Sammakkoprinssi
Valkeakoskenkatu 16, tel. 040 327 7665
Venekeskus Eronen (boating goods)
Huhtakatu 6, tel. 03 584 4196
SPR:n kirpputori (Red Cross)
Torikatu 2, tel. 0400 237 158
Wilhelmiina (gifts and interior decoration)
Valtakatu 9 –11, tel. 040 553 6058
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City of Culture and Sports. Naturally.
Valkeakoski Tourist Office at Your Service
Tourist information • guide service • brochures • ticket reservations
souvenirs • tour programmes for groups • Internet point
15 June–15 August 2010 Mon–Fri 9 am–5 pm, Sat–Sun 10 am–2 pm
Other times Mon- Fri 9 am–4 pm
Kauppatori 9, 37600 Valkeakoski
Tel. 040 335 6051, 040 335 6512
E-mail: matkailutoimisto@vlk.fi
www.valkeakoski.fi