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PRODUCT MANUAL FOR TOUR OPERATORS Version 1: January 2020 KOTKA-HAMINA REGION - THE REAL FINLAND KOTKA-HAMINA REGION the recent past and ages further back in the to one another. Hamina and its history can be Kotka-Hamina region is situated on the mists of time. The colourful history of the bor- viewed more broadly from the ramparts of the southeast coast of Finland, on the shores der region takes you on a dizzying adventure fortress surrounding the centre. Hamina Bastion of the Baltic Sea within only 1 hour drive through the centuries from numerous nations' used to be the central bastion of the fortress. from Helsinki area and 3 hour drive from St. perspective, from the courts of Swedish-ruled Petersburg. Kotka–Hamina is an attractive Finland to the Russia of the czars. BORDER REGION WITH HISTORY Our area is located in a crossroads of east seaside region offering more than 100 kilome- and west, north and south. During the centu- tres of coastline with a laid-back islander lifes- FOUR SEASONS FOR NORDIC ARCHIPELAGO All four seasons in Finland are different, and there ries national borders have crossed our lands, tyle and a strong maritime culture. Its rugged is no better place to get the unique feel of them changing their place regularly and left the area shorelines and authentic fishing village loca- than our archipelago. It is an area of extremes, with history full of fascinating details behind. Some tions can be visited with one’s own boat or by a garden of rocks shaped by centuries of water of the remains are more visible than the others, a regular boat service. The beautiful, unique and changing weather. but if you look carefully, you can sense the past and award-winning parks in different parts of and present together, in a perfect harmony that Kotka city are attractions that always charm There are several unique destinations along our stretches over the centuries. the visitor. The region is a compact yet diverse archipelago like Kaunissaari, Rankki, Tammio, Ulko-Tammio or Rakinkotka, each of them per- area offering untouched wilderness in a natural KYMIRIVER DELTA AND RIVERSIDES environment and two National Parks: Valkmu- fect for enjoying the contrast of weather and Kymiriver flows through our area to the sea with sa National Park in Pyhtää and Gulf of Finland shelter, nature and local atmosphere & heritage, five different streams. Each one of them is dif- National Park in the breathtaking archipelago. with or without something to do. ferent and delivers countless opportunities for There is no need to trek into nature; you are WALKABOUTS – WONDERS IN WALKING relaxation, fishing, water sports and outdoor ex- already right in the middle of it. The beauty of DISTANCE periences. the waterways is dazzling, and there are also Enjoy exploring Kotka Urban parks by walking. With its dense history, Kymiriver delta has served special sites of fascination for hikers, anglers Kotka is well-known as the capital of parks as a pathway for Vikings and fishermen and as and bird-watchers, with countless alternatives, in Finland. Located on an island Kotkansaa- a national border from 1743 to 1809. This vast from shooting rapids at speed to gentle walks ri, the city centre features 9 different parks all history is still very visible in buildings and ruins and tranquillity amidst fantastic scenery. The within walking distance. When in Kotka, make along the riversides. River Kymijoki, which back in history marked sure to visit the most awarded park in Finland – Today Kymiriver delta is famous of its varying na- the border between Sweden and Russia, of- Sapokka Water Garden, and enjoy the sea ture and atmosphere, that changes through sea- fers a haven for calm and relaxation and is also breeze in Katariina Seaside Park. sons. While some stretches have more current, the best salmon river in Southern Finland. The sights along the circular streets of the old others are almost still and full of life, making every The region offers also brilliant insights into town centre and fortress of Hamina are all close twist and turn of the river a unique experience.

Highlights A tour around Kotka city parks: Katariina Summer Activities: hiking, canoe- Seaside Park, Herb Garden Redoubt ing, (mountain) biking, camping, Kotka, Sapokka Water Garden, Karhula fishing, birdwatching, golf, skydiving, rock Contact Kotka-Hamina Riverside Park climbing, rafting, cruises, cottage living, Cursor Hamina old center: Hamina's city centre, sauna and swimming in lakes, sea and Kotka-Hamina Region based on a unique circular town plan, is ponds. Sanna Nikki one of the region's most fascinating sights. Winter Activities: cross-country ski- Spend a leisurely Tourism Manager Unforgettable Islands: ing, downhill skiing, skating, ice fishing, summer day or an active winter escapa- Tel. +358 40 190 2585 snowshoeing, sauna, winter swimming. de on the islands of the Eastern Gulf of [email protected] Finland. Airport: Helsinki (HEL), Lappeenranta www.visitkotkahamina.fi (LPP) Hamina Museums: Four different muse- instagram.com/visitkotkahamina ums in Hamina tell about the history of Train station & bus stop: Train station youtube.com/user/Kaakko135 the city, its countryside and the Reserve 0.5 km from city centre, bus station in city #visitkotkahamina Officer School. centre.

2 NordicMarketingDestination KOTKA-HAMINALEVI them have cottages for rent so you can stay overnight. To some of INSIDER TIPS the islands there is a regular boat connection and ferries leave from port in Kotka or Hamina. My favorite destination is Kaunissaari as JENNI it has old fisherman village and the best salmon soup in the region! The National Urban Park is spread around Kotka area with several unique and award winning parks such as Sapokka Water Garden MINNA and Katariina Seaside Park. Make sure to visit Langinkoski as well Hamina old town has a unique circular plan which is quite rare which is also a historical sight with its emperor's fishing lodge (see on a worldwide scale. Wander around the circular streets and en- p. 8), at Langinkoski rapids. The museum is open during summer joy the atmosphere of the fortress town while exploring bastions time. and wooden fortress houses. Hamina also has the largest Finnish flag in the world. A flag of a basketball field size fluttering ona MARKO 100-meter flagpole is best spotted when entering Hamina from is an attraction close to Kotka centre that Katariina Seaside Park the motorway. never fails to charm both new and frequent visitors. The park is a perfect spot for spending a beautiful summer day outdoors, as the TIMO area features a large lawn area, a volleyball court, playgrounds for Maritime Centre Vellamo (see p. 4) is not just a museum. The children and several picnic spots. The park's location is unique; centre hosts interactive exhibitions that will be interesting for both it has been built in place of an old oil port in the southern end of children and adults. Vellamo hosts national Maritime Museum Kotkansaari island's cape, and it is surrounded by the sea. of Finland, Kymenlaakso Region Museum and changing exhibitions. In summer, ice-breaker Tarmo (see p. 9), the second oldest PEKKA ice-breaker in the world, is also open for public. Make sure you Summer is the best time to visit one of the islands in the region’s climb to the roof of Vellamo and enjoy scenic views of Kotka. beautiful archipelago. There are hundreds of islands and some of

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Founded MARITIME CENTRE VELLAMO 2008 The unique building of Maritime Centre lights are lit behind the glass panels. Languages Vellamo is located by the sea in the Kantasa- An essential element of the interior is oak – the English, German on request for groups. tama district in Kotka, surrounded by the his- building material for ships, which has been Season torical port of Kotka. The location could not be used in the ceilings, walls and floors. The All year-round more fitting. colours of Vellamo – lime, orange, deep blue Opening hours and dark grey – and the pictures and graphical Mon closed, Tue 10am – 5pm, Wed Vellamo houses several exhibitions about life at elements recur throughout the building. 10am – 8pm, Thu – Sun 10am – 5pm sea and local stories, seasonal art exhibitions, Maritime Centre Vellamo was opened to See extended opening hours for summer various meeting and event spaces, a restau- the public on 11 July 2008. It was designed on the webpage. rant and a museum shop. Most importantly, by Lahdelma & Mahlamäki Architects with Note Vellamo offers information and fun activities for architect and professor Ilmari Lahdelma as the Easy access: there's plenty of free parking everyone all year-round! main designer. space in front of the building.

MUSEUMS & EXHIBITIONS CATERING Maritime Centre Vellamo is home to the Our restaurant Laakonki serves lunch during Maritime Museum of Finland, the Museum of weekdays and brunch on weekends. As a Kymenlaakso and the Coast Guard Museum – cafeteria Laakonki is open during Vellamo's all in one ticket. In addition to this, the building opening hours. For group events and parties, holds art exhibitions, a 200-seat auditorium, catering can be organized. seminar rooms, classrooms, a restaurant with Contact sea view, and a museum shop. In the summer SERVICES FOR VISITORS Maritime Centre Vellamo time, you can also visit the Museum Icebreaker • permanent and temporary exhibitions Anne Rommi Tarmo by the museum pier (see p. 9 for more • seasonal art exhibitions Tornatorintie 99 information). • guided tours 48100 Kotka • workshops for children Tel. +358 40 350 0497 UNIQUE ARCHITECTURE • conference facilities and event venues, [email protected] The modern building itself is built in a shape of auditorium www.merikeskusvellamo.fi/en a massive wave. The facade consists of sheet • boat hall facebook.com/merikeskusvellamo metal cassettes, silk-screened glass panels • restaurant, café instagram.com/merikeskusvellamo and aluminium grids and reflect the blue, green • souvenir shop with locally produced youtube.com/user/MerikeskusVellamo and grey shades of the sea. As darkness falls, products

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MARETARIUM Company founded 2000 AQUARIUM HOUSE MARETARIUM CATERING Opening Maretarium is a unique public aquarium with Maretarium's cafe offers soup lunch every day 2002 Finnish fish species and with information of and a great selection of coffees, mixed drinks, Languages Finnish water nature. In the Maretarium centre, pastries and salty snacks. English there are also a cafe and souvenir shop. Season SERVICES FOR VISITORS Year-round, except 2,5 weeks service • guided tours in English (1 hour) NATURAL AQUARIUM WITH LOCAL break in December. • nature films FISHES Opening hours Maretarium is a unique natural aquarium with • information of the national parks of the From June to mid August every day Finnish fish species. Some species you may area 10am – 7pm, other time of the year see both as small juveniles as old adults. • nature picture exhibitions Mon, Tue, Thu – Sun 10am – 5pm, Wed Fish in Maretarium live according to the Finn- • nature school room for the children 12 – 7pm ish four seasons. There are 22 fish tanks in • Maretarium's souvenir shop articles in- Maretarium. Sometimes a diver is giving food clude products of Keep the Archipelago for the fish in the Baltic Sea tank, which has Tidy, WWF and the Finnish Association for water more than 600 000 litres. Along with the Nature Conservation aquarium tour Maretarium offers nature picture exhibitions, nature films, the Hall of Fame Gallery of Finnish Fishery and lots of information of Finnish water nature as well as water Contact protection. Maretarium Sari Saukkonen Beside the aquarium tour there are Cafe Meri Sapokankatu 2 Café Kristina to have some refreshments and 48100 Kotka a souvenir shop. Tel. +358 40 3110 331 [email protected] GUIDED TOURS [email protected] Maretarium offers 1-hour guided tours in www.maretarium.fi English. facebook.com/maretarium twitter.com/Maretarium instagram.com/maretarium

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Virolahti VISIT VIROLAHTI Virolahti is a beautiful region with pure na- Services: guided tour ture, the sea and interesting history. The VIROLAHTI BUNKERMUSEUM A military history museum presenting the his- Optional services: lunch, dinner, coffee etc. area is located between the borders of tory of the Salpa Line fortification. Museum is for groups by reservations, Guided nature East and West only 60 km from Kotka. part of the fortification line built during wartime tours on the theme of the movie "Unknown The Arktika event brings together Finnish in 1940-41 and 1944 to safeguard the eastern Soldier", fatbike and GPS device hiring and international bird lovers each year. border of Finland. Due to the fact that Salpa Line was not used in war, it remains as the ARKTIKA DAYS VIROLAHTI best preserved defence line from the Second Arktika, as the north-bound mass migration of World War still in existence in Europe. The arctic birds is called in Finland. The most spec- Salpa Line is also one of the strongest and tacular moments take place in May when mil- offers a chance to touch upon history in an au- lions of waterbirds and hundreds of thousands thentic and tangible way. The permanent exhi- of geese migrate via the Gulf of Finland to their bition includes an indoor display of the wartime nesting places on the arctic tundra. The Ark- atmosphere and the reasons behind the con- tika days 9 – 24 May 2020 in Virolahti provide struction of the Salpa Line as well as a 15- a fascinating programme of discovery also for minute multimedia short film on the Salpa international visitors. Bird guides teach guests Line's history. to identify the different birds, and on personally The outdoor museum area includes actual guided Arktika cruises you can even go bird- Salpa-Line fortifications amid Finnish nature. watching at sea – right alongside the Russian Contact The museum is also the starting point for border. Visit Virolahti sev-eral hiking trails and you can hire fatbikes Miia Varri and GPS devices for geocaching. Greenbelt Season: 09.05. – 24.05.2020 PL 14 Nature Info Centre will be opened soon. Duration: from 1 h 49901 Virolahti Languages: English GUIDED TOURS Tel. +358 40 7107 340 Participants: 20 – 65 pax Season: 01.04. – 31.10. [email protected] Starting point: Leerviikintie 120, Virolahti Duration: approx. 1.5 h [email protected] Services available: bird guidance (max. Languages: English www.virolahti.fi 20 pax/guide). Bird watching cruise in the Participants: min. 20 pax facebook.com/Virolahti archipelago of the Gulf of Finland, 4 hrs. Starting point: Virolahti Bunker Museum, instagram.com/VisitVirolahti (including guidance), lunch or coffee breaks on Vaalimaantie 1318, Virolahti youtube.com/channel request for groups Starting time: upon request

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MIEHIKKÄLÄ SALPA LINE MUSEUM Founded 1987 The Winter War between Finland and the Sovi- • geocache trail & other activities for families Languages et Union took place in 1939–1940. As a result • sauna English, German (for groups when of the war, Finland lost terrain useful for de- • rental: fatbikes, military tent suitable for fending it's eastern border as the border was group accommodation pre-ordered) moved westwards in the peace treaty. The Season decision was made to protect the new border RESTAURANTS Best season: summer by constructing the Salpa Line as a line of de- The restaurant and café feature 64 seats in the Opening hours fence extending from the Gulf of Finland to the main building with 12 extra on the glazed and May: Wed – Sun 10am – 6pm, province of Petsamo in the northern Finland. warm terrace. Between May and September June – August: daily 10am – 6pm, there are also 80 extra customer places avai- With a total length of 1200 km, the Salpa Line Sept.: Wed – Sun 10am – 6pm, lable in the older part of the building is one of Europe's strongest and best-pre- Oct. – April: Fri 12 – 2pm The museum café and restaurant use locally served World War II fortification lines. Today Spa & Wellness produced ingredients. Traditional Finnish home- the Salpa Line is a national monument site Sauna for 10 persons at the time, mo- style food with is prepared on the premises by and place for family tourism and recreational a local enterprise using seasonal ingredients. dern and light electrically heated sauna values. From the beginning of May to the end of Sep- with a view to the peaceful pine forest The Miehikkälä Salpa Line museum is situat- tember there is a buffet lunch in the restaurant behind the building. ed on the most strongly fortified area of the every day the museum is open. From October Salpa Line. Its outdoor museum area extends to April and outside the opening hours the re- to several hectares of woodland. The exhibiti- staurant is open by reservation. The a la carte on focus on the history of the Salpa Line and menu is by reservation for groups minimum of the nature of the north eastern border of Fin- 10 persons. land, as the nature and history twine closely together on the historical fortification site. FATBIKES Contact There are two adult size fatbikes and two that Miehikkälä Salpa Line Museum are suitable for children. The bikes can be Eila Manninen SERVICES FOR VISITORS used, for example, on the Salpatrail that goes Säästöpirtintie 70 • outdoor museum area trough the museum area. The nearest resting 49700 Miehikkälä • short film ‘Finnish Salpa – The last places of the Salpatrail are at the distance that Tel. +358 40 744 7961 obstacle’, available also in German is suitable also for day travelers. The Salpatrail • guided tours on the museum area [email protected] is a hiking route for summertime use only, with [email protected] • exhibitions no winter maintenance. • café and restaurant www.salpakeskus.fi/en/salpa-line-museum • museum shop facebook.com/salpalinjamuseo

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Company founded LANGINKOSKI IMPERIAL FISHING LODGE 1900 selves with imperial life in Kotka and interesting Opening EMPEROR'S FISHING LODGE The Langinkoski Imperial Fishing Lodge is history of Langinkoski when visiting the fishing 1930 located in Kotka, 5 km away from the city lodge. Languages centre beside the beautiful and effervescent English, Russian Langinkoski rapids, on the estuary of the River Langinkoski is a fascinating place to visit, Season Kymijoki. combining a refreshing trip to nature with the 2 May – 30 September traces of the common history of Finland and Opening hours The fishing hut is a summer residence built Russia. The Langinkoski Park which is open all 2 May – 31 May, Tue – Sun 10am – 4pm for Emperor Alexander III of Russia in the late year around was declared a nature reserve in 1 June – 31 August, Mon – Sun 11am – 1880s. It is a place where the imperial family 1960. It is a unique site, an interesting cultural 6pm used to spend summer holidays away from and nature destination for the whole family. 1 September – 30 September, Tue – Sun the formality of imperial life in St. Petersburg: 10am – 4pm enjoying nature, fishing, cooking, picking Closed on Midsummer’s Eve, 19 June SERVICES FOR VISITORS berries and so on. • Museum 2020. • Guided tours Ticket sales end 30 minutes before For an imperial building, the fishing hut is • Exhibitions closing. modest, but its style does have a simplified • Events grace. The hut, designed by Finnish masters • Cafe according to emperor’s wishes, preserved in • Parking its original state. Several buildings from the same period are located in the museum area, surrounded by a nature reserve. Contact Imperial Fishing Lodge The fishing lodge, which was completed in Keisarinmajantie 118 1889, is today the only preserved building out- 48230 Kotka side Russia that was owned by the Emperor. Tel. +358 (0)2 953 369 91 The hut has been used as a museum since [email protected] the 1930s. www.kansallismuseo.fi/en/langinkoski facebook.com/langinkoskenkeisarillinen- Today, the rapids are popular among fly- kalastusmaja fishermen and tourists can familiarise them-

8 Attraction KOTKA-HAMINA ICEBREAKER TARMO Company founded 1900 The icebreaker Tarmo was built in 1907 and Kotka. Since July 2008, Tarmo has been open Opening remained in commission until 1970. Built to the public in the museum ship pier of Mari- 1970 in England (Newcastle upon Tyne), Tarmo time Centre Vellamo as part of the exhibitions Languages was the Grand Duchy of Finland’s third ice- of the Maritime Museum of Finland. English, Russian breaker upon its completion. As foreign tra- Season de continued to grow at the beginning of the Experience the atmosphere on a real 2020: 7.5. – 18.8. 20th century, the two previous icebreakers, icebreaker, from the deck all the way to the Opening hours Murtaja (1889) and Sampo (1898), were no engine room. 12. – 31.5. Tue – Fri 10 – 17 h (only for longer sufficient to keep the sea routes open groups), 01. –.21.6. Tue – Sun 10 – 17 h, for traffic during winter. Tarmo represents an GUIDED TOURS Wed 10 – 20 h, 22.6. – 16.8. Mon – Sun American type of icebreaker with a sharp bow. Book a Tarmo guide to learn more and hear 10 - 18 h, Wed 10 - 20 h, 19 – 20.6. During the first decades of the 20th century, stories about the old ship’s history during your closed on midsummer it was the most powerful and efficient ice- icebreaker tour. breaker in Finland, able to advance through 80 cm thick solid ice. SERVICES FOR VISITORS • Guided tour Before becoming a museum ship, this tough • Exhibitions vessel saw a lot: for years it made sure that • Restaurant winter transports ran smoothly, assisted other • Cafe vessels in distress and sustained significant damage during the Winter War bombings. Contact The Maritime Museum of Finland Maritime Centre Vellamo MUSEUM SHIP Tarmo remained in use until 1970, having been Tel. +358 40 350 0497 renamed Apu some years prior. After this, the [email protected] decision was made to restore the ship into a [email protected] museum ship. The restoration was carried out www.merikeskusvellamo.fi/en/icebrea- at Kotka Shipyard between 1990 and 1992. ker-tarmo/ The Finnish Maritime Administration handed facebook.com/merikeskusvellamo the restored ship over to the Finnish Heritage twitter.com/suomenmerimuseo Agency, and in 1992 Tarmo was placed in instagram.com/merikeskusvellamo

Company founded ERÄMYS 1998 Erämys offers river rafting, canoeing, saunas, WILD RAFTING FROM KULTAA TO THE Languages delicious food made by fire, also accomoda- SEA, PEACE & QUIET & EXCITEMENT English, Italian tion in luxury tents. All this in a beautiful river Season This trip is weather dependable; water height scenery at River Kymijoki. We offer you peace needs to be at a certain level for us to be able year-round and quiet! Note to arrange this trip. However, this route is an experience! The trip starts from Kultaan Koski- Transfers always included RIVER RAFTING TRIP TO KULTAA- tila and goes through three rapids in Pernoo. LAAJAKOSKI WITH GORGEOUS RIVER From there the trip continues with engine po- SCENERY wer to Koivukoski, where a black pot coffee River rafting trip with gorgeous river scenery. will be served. After the break the trip goes on In this trip one will experience three wild rapids towards two nice rapids. The group paddles a and sense the beautiful nature of River Kymi- kilometre and for the grand finale the trip goes joki. At first black pot coffee is served, then we through Langinkoski. River Kymijoki shows its will get ready and equipped. best sides in this route. Participants: 4 – 60 pax max. 10 pax/ raft Duration: approx. 1.5 hrs., 3 rapids Participants: Duration: 3.5 – 4 hrs., 6 rapids RIVER RAFTING IN AHVIO-LAAJAKOSKI A trip where one will experience River Kymi- Information that applies to all products: joki in more depth. The trip will start from Oso- Season: 01.04. – 15.11. Participants: min. 5 pax, max. number is al- Contact lahti Huruksela, where the group gets ready and equipped. During the first part of the jour- ways depending on the tour Erämys-Keisarin Kosket Oy ney, there is one rapid and swift flow. Half way Minimum age: 5 years Sauli Orimus through the group will land at Kultaan Koski- Services: rainwear, wellies/rubber boots, hel- Kultaanranta 124 tila, have a break and enjoy black pot coffee. met, life vest included in the price; coffee and 46930 Kotka After the break the trip continues towards sweet treat, information, river rafting is always Tel.+358 50 320 2559 Pernoo’s rapid district. guided [email protected] Optional services: Meals, Sauna www.eramys.fi Duration: approx. 2.5 hrs., 5 rapids facebook.com/EramysKeisarinKosketOy instagram.com/eramyskeisarinkosket

KOTKAN SAARET Company founded: 2000 Accommodation built: 1893 – 1960 Kotkan Saaret offers special accommodation Rankki – former military island: Accommodation last renovated: 2010 and restaurant services. 5 retro-apartments for 1 to 6 persons, with Languages: English, Russian kitchen and bathroom. Season: Hotels 01.01. – 31.12.2020 8 large rooms in military barrack, for 10 per- ACCOMMODATION Islands 01.05. – 30.10.2020 36 hotel rooms, 8 hostel rooms for 10, sons, similar to a hostel dorm. Spa & Wellness: 1 sauna in Karhulan apartments for 10, cottage for 26 in 2 restaurants, saunas, a small shop, nature Hovi, 2 saunas in Ollinkarit – rent your Ollinkarit (rent own island) trail. own island, 2 saunas in Rankki island There are a lot of historically interesting attrac- Note: dogs and pets are allowed but with Number & type of accommodation: tions on the island: an old barrack, coast artil- limitations, next supermarket in 500m or Manor hotel in Karhula, Kotka. lery, bunkers, the foundation of the old light- Karhulan Hovi: less from hotels, free parking available There are 13 rooms in the manor with facilities house, magnificent sea nature, a great view Winter activities: 30 km to downhill ski- for 1 to 3 persons, baby beds are also avail- over sea to Gogland – Russian island (30 km). ing center, less than 1 km to iceskating able. 1 suite. Rankki is 9 km from Kotkansaari, 15 – 45 Summer activities: boat trips, cruises, In the guesthouses, there are 9 rooms for 1 to minutes by boat. guided tours, yoga by sea, escape room 3 persons, baby beds are also available. Some games, nordics fear factory by Santa rooms with shared facilities. 1 large sauna in Equipment of accommodation facilities: Claus, army style nature dinner the manor's basement. basic equipments, towels included Arrival: Helsinki airport (140 km), next train stations 10 – 30 km, airport transfer 12 rooms for 1 to 3 Haminan Seurahuone: RESTAURANTS offered persons with facilities. There is one bar/ restaurant in every destina- Free parking available. Buffet lunch restaurant tion. Contact and basement pub. Kotkan Saaret Oy Kotkan Saaret also operates the traffic station Kyminlinnantie 22 48600 Kotka Ollinkarit private island (for 1 group per time): Teboil Rajahovi, which is a popular buffet lunch 13 rooms, each with 2 separate beds, with restaurant near the Russian border at Vaali- Tel. +358 44 055 7493 shared facilities. Eco-toilets. 2 saunas and sea maa along the E18. It's a great place to eat for [email protected] water hot tub. large groups www.kotkansaaret.fi The accommodation is situated on an island, www.karhulanhovi.fi 5 km from Kotkansaari, 10 – 30 minutes by www.haminanseurahuone.fi boat. www.rankki.fi facebook.com/kotkansaaret

KOTKA-HAMINA Accommodation 11 Founded: 1991 SANTALAHTI RESORT Languages: English, Russian, Swedish, Santalahti is a five-star resort surrounded by open-plan kitchen, dishwasher, flat-screen TV, French sea and nature. We have accommodation Wi-Fi, terrace Season: 01.01.2020 – 31.12.2020 options for every taste, from campsites and – Fireplace, flat-screen Restaurants: Santa Café, Santalahti Luxury Apartments cosy cottages to luxury villas. Meetings and TV, Wi-Fi, terrace, washing machine, dish- Restaurant, Restaurant Holari celebrations can be arranged at our high-class washer, electric grill, open-plan kitchen, sauna, Spa & Wellness: 3 sauna departments: facilities and saunas, accompanied with deli- shower, 3 toilets, 5 bedrooms Two electric saunas and a Cave Sauna cious catering options. We are located about – Fireplace, 2 flat-screen TVs, Wi-Fi, Spa. Cave Sauna Spa includes a smoked Villa Aava 5 km from the Kotka city centre and only a bit 2 terraces, 2 washing machines, 2 dish sauna built underground and a heated over an hour's drive from Helsinki. washers, 2 open-plan kitchens, 2 sauna sec- pool. All of the saunas have a magnificent tions, 3 toilets, 10 bedrooms with own toilets, view to the open sea. 2 video projectors, audio system Special services for children: Two out- ACCOMMODATION Number & type of accomodation: In addi- side playgrounds, minigolf, safe beach tion to a five star camping site, we have 42 HALF DAY WITH SAUNA – PACKAGE Note: dogs allowed, next supermarket in cottages and apartments: 2-person Glamping Evening at Santalahti Resort facilities and relax- 3km, free parkin available cottages, 4-person Glamping cottages, 2-per- ing time in the Cave Sauna Spa. Arrival: distance to nearest airport 129 son Shower cottages, 4-person Shower cot- km, train station 6 km, no airport transfer tages, 5-person Sauna cottages, 10-person Season: 02.01.– 31.12.2020 (excluding holi- Luxury apartments, 18-person Villa Aava. days) Equipment: 5-star camping site – 120 spots Duration: 10 hours with electricity, 3 service buildings include a Languages: English TV room, a playroom for children, showers Participants: 1 – 35 pax Contact and toilets, washrooms for clothes, a kitchen, Starting time: 2pm Santalahti Resort dishwashing areas, a barbeque area, a play- Starting point: Santalahti Resort reception Santalahdentie 150 ground chemical toilet disposal points, a fixed Services: towels, seat covers and toiletries are 48310 Kotka waste-water drain and a car-wash area. included Tel. +358 5 260 5055 Glamping cottages – Shared bathroom (on Optional: meals, accommodation, activities [email protected] service building nearby), kitchenette, flat- (miniature golf, stand-up paddle boards etc.). www.santalahti.fi/en screen TV, terrace Note: For bigger groups (over 15 per- facebook.com/SantalahtiResort Shower cottages – Shower, toilet, open-plan sons) we can offer VIP saunas free of instagram.com/santalahtiresort/ kitchen, flat-sceen TV, Wi-Fi, terrace charge. youtube.com/channel/ Sauna cottages – Sauna, shower, toilet,

VIMPA ISLANDS Founded: 1999 Accomodation built: 2005-2015 Vimpasaari cottages on land are built for Cabins: 3 traditional, idyllic cabins, for 12 pax Accomodation last renovated: 2018 year-round use and they are located in peace- in total Languages: English ful nature, right next to the sea shore. Nearby Season: year-round ACCOMMODATION ON THE ISLAND OF activities include biking, hiking, fishing, berry Note: Family run and mushroom picking, as well as skiing, ice RAKINKOTKA Number & type of accommodation: 4 cot- Catering: Gastronomic services on re- fishing, hovercraft and boat trips, bird watching quest tages, available from May-October in winter. Spa & Wellness: 3 saunas in Rakinkot- Beautifully restored log building In Rakinkotka Island cottages one can spend Eagles's Nest: ka Island, two of them are described in on a cliff top, on the sunny western shore, 120 an unforgettable holiday enjoying breathtaking product details. But there is also a special m2, for 11+1 pax nature, with is forest trails and sandy beaches, rock smoke sauna which will be heaten A cosy island cottage in a pa- mesmerises any traveller. There is much to Suomu's cabin: on request (see pricing below.) 3 saunas noramic location, 45 m2, for 4 + 2 pax see and do for everyone, and hundreds of on mainland Built originally in 1880s and years worth of history. All cottage prices in- Seagull's nest: Note: small pets allowed on mainland, then moved to the island, this log cottage has clude boat trips to the island and back, use of next supermarket in 7 km, free parking been beautifully restored. 60 m² for 4+3 pax beach sauna, wireless internet, rowing boat, available Recently renovated, charming is- grill, firewood, and of course, free access to the Night Ghost: Arrival: Airport Helsinki (150 km), Train land cottage amidst nature, 45 m2, for 7 pax island and its nature. For additional charge: hot stations Kouvola (50 km), Kotka (25 km), tub, smoke sauna, bed linens, towels, meals, CHIEFTAIN RUHRIG'S FEAST transfer to the airport on request outboard motor. Experience Hamina archipelago as a Viking, relax around the camp fire and learn the life- ACCOMMODATION ON THE MAINLAND style of Vikings. There will be hanging out, Vik- Number & type of accommodation: 3 cot- ing themed activities, relaxation and sauna, as tages, available year-round. 3 cabins, available Contact well as a true feast in the evening. from May – October Vimpa Islands Season: from May to October, in mainland all Holiday house in beautiful Pertti Illi Villa Vimpa Island: year round. Duration: 6 hrs. surroundings, right on the beach, 240 m² for Vimparaitti 29, 49400 Hamina Languages: English. 12+2 pax Participants: 5 – 10 pax (inquire for bigger Tel. +358 50 62117 Holiday home right Vimpa Seaside House: groups), max summer 80, winter 60 persons. [email protected] by the sea with fantastic views to the Gulf of Services: transfer Vimpasaari-Rakinkotka and www.vimpa.fi/en Finland. The cosy, glassed-in sun lounge with back, 3-course menu, activities, equipment facebook.com/VimpaIslands changing sea views. 92 m² for 3+2 pax rental Optional: accommodation, sauna visit, instagram.com/vimpaisland Holiday villa on a peaceful, Villa Vimpa Bay: use of the whirlpool, Viking helmet youtube.com/watch?v=G_oRZDt62xk sunny sea shore, 100 m² for 7 pax

KOTKA-HAMINA AccommodationNordicMarketing & Activity 13 Founded: 1974 ORIGINAL SOKOS HOTEL SEURAHUONE Accommodation built: 1961 At Original Sokos Hotel Seurahuone, you can Welcome to the seaside city of Kotka! Accommodation last renovated: 2019 sense the vicinity of the sea all year-round. Languages: English, Swedish The hotel is located right in the city centre, on Restaurants: 3 Restaurants (Amarillo, ACCOMMODATION Kotkansaari island, surrounded by the sea and Number & type of accommodation: 164 Frans & Rosalie-bistro, VENN) services. rooms, Standard rooms, Family rooms, Supe- Spa & Wellness: The room prices of rior rooms, Exclusive rooms, Suite Original Sokos Hotel Seurahuone includes At Seurahuone, you can enjoy wonderful sau- Equipment: electric kettle, minibar, safety box, customer sauna. The sauna is on the 8th na moments over the city rooftops because telephone, air condition, ironing facilities, heat- floor and is available every evening Mon the roof terraces of all three saunas provide ing, cable channels, laptop safe, flat-screen – Thu from 4pm. – 10pm and Sat – Sun magnificent views over the city. The hotel gym TV, Chromecast in TV, wake-up service, hair- 7am – 10am and the excellent jogging areas in the city parks dryer, free WiFi, no smoking. Special services for children: A spa- provide challenges for athletic hotel guests. cious room with a double bed and a bunk The genuinely Finnish, traditional Original bed, decorated in the beach house style. RESTAURANTS Sokos Hotel Seurahuone is always a Amarillo: The new Amarillo brings together Also suitable for larger families, play- great choice. Restaurant Frans & Rosalie bistro both friends and strangers. Amarillo is fresh, ground near hotel. tempts city residents and hotel guests with ru- fair, straightfor ward and energetic with great Note: dogs allowed (extra charge), park- ral French delicacies. The relaxed atmosphere food and beverages. You must experience ing available (extra charge) at the Amarillo restaurant, the deliciously spicy yourself. food and top artists of Finland performing on Frans & Rosalie-bistro: Frans & Rosalie is a stage are a great combination for those look- relaxed, French-style bistro that combines the Contact ing for some action. Restaurant VENN you can love of french food with tasty wine and great Original Sokos Hotel Seurahuone Kotka enjoy delicious pizzas and cocktails with your company. Sales Service of S Group own friends or you can also borrow some of Keskuskatu 21 ours. VENN: There is nothing more valuable in the 48100 Kotka life than friends, wine and good food. All of Tel. +358 10 783 9100 Kotka also has activities for the whole family. these you can find VENN. VENN offers simple [email protected] Maretarium, the natural aquarium for Finnish and delicious food, tasty wines and awesome [email protected] fish, and the Vellamo sea centre provide in- cocktails. www.sokoshotels.fi teresting things to see and experience all facebook.com/kotkanseurahuone year-round, not forgetting the archipelago ad- instagram.com/seurahuonekotka ventures in the summer.

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