The City of Hämeenlinna was founded in 1639. Hämeenlinna presents the ideal combination of nature and culture. Already 372 years old, the city is full of historical sites and surrounded by beautiful nature reserves. The city's landmark is its medieval red brick castle and Hämeenlinna is also famous for its unique Aulanko Park and as the birthplace of Finnish composer Jean Sibelius. There are several Sibelius-related cultural sites and events in the city of Hämeenlinna.
Today, Hämeenlinna enjoys a vibrant commercial and artistic life. Among its best-known output are beautiful and valuable design products. A stroll down Raatihuoneenkatu street sampling the city's sights, restaurants and boutiques, will give the visitor a first taste of this historical city.
In Culture and Congress Centre Verkatehdas visitors from near and
far can experience concerts that match international standards, Finnish
top-class performers and different big events.
The children’s art festival Hippalot, LinnaJazz, Häme Medieval Fair and the stand-up show Tomaatteja! Tomaatteja!,
which is spread across town are known all over Finland.
The main stage of Hämeenlinna Theatre in the area of Verkatehdas
offers a cultural supplement of interesting tales. Also the summer theatres in the area receive visits from their faithful audience year after year.
The children have a possibility for expressing themselves in Hämeenlinna’s Mini Theatre, which is famous for its excellent children’s theatre.
When the Hämeenlinna area grew, the cultural scene grew with it
and the newly joined municipalities have lots to be proud of. For instance The Naïvists at Iittala art exhibition and the Music Festival in
Hauho are interesting additions to your summer.
Culture and Congress Centre Verkatehdas, Aulanko Park and Spa, the Birth Home of Jean Sibelius, Häme Castle and the
