VISIT RAAHE Be part of our story!
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VISIT RAAHE Be part of our story!
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Raahe region is located in Finland on the shore of the Bay of Bothnia. The sea and our rivers have shaped us into what we are now, living by them, living from them, traveling across them. We welcome you to feel the gentle and sometimes unyielding sea breeze on your face and hear it hum in the treetops of the forests in the inland.
Here the best parts of disparities unite.
We are particularly proud of our unpretentious way of life where the best parts of urban and countryside, industry and responsibility, productivity and silence, darkness and light unite. Our collective heartfelt legacy is the clean nature and we intent to keep it that way, clean and accessible, also for you to enjoy.
Minds and hearts open for new, embracing the old.
Let us be your guides to the things that make us happy in the destinations the locals love. Wanha Raahe, the soulful old wooden town of Raahe from the 18th century and the golden era of sail ships is one of the best preserved in Finland. Archipelago of Raahe is awarded as The Finnish Outdoor Destination of the Year 2016. Raahe region in coastal Finland offers plenty of possibilities to experience local history, art, strong maritime as well as contemporary culture, spiced up with a versatile selection of events.
Be happy, live like a local.
You are warmly welcome. Who knows, maybe you'll stay.
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Old Town Raahe
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Old Town Raahe
Old Town Raahe is one of the best-preserved 19th-century wooden towns in Finland. Not a museum area but a living town district, Old Raahe tells the tale of the construction of a town and life in it from centuries ago to the modern day.
Take a journey through time!
Built on a former Lapp hut site, the town was originally quite modest. According to a town plan map drawn in 1659, the oldest picture of Raahe, the then 10-year-old town only comprised less than a dozen blocks, many of them nothing more than small strips. There were only two longitudinal streets and three cross streets. The drawing shows that the town was surrounded by a customs wall with two customs points: the eastern one outside the crossing of today’s Brahenkatu and Reiponkatu streets, and the southern one at the end of Pitkäkatu (now Kauppakatu) street, approximately at the location of today’s Koulukatu street. Even back then, the town had a busy port, located at the packhouse, which is now the Packhouse Museum. There was no shortage of wood for construction, and stones were procured from the islets in the archipelago, for instance. Founded by Count, Governor-General Per Brahe the Younger by order of Queen Christina, the town materialised “as if by magic”.
The town was constructed according to Renaissance regularity, following a strictly regular town plan. Residential buildings were constructed longitudinally to the street, whereas annexes and outbuildings, such as merchants’ storage facilities, bakery, sauna, cowshed, stable, privy, refuse heap, woodsheds and other sheds, were built near the edges of the plot. Gradually, these separate buildings turned into sort of fortification walls around the plots. The large plots of the Raahe bourgeoisie were mainly located close to Pekkatori Square and along the main streets. Retail trade was conducted “on the plot”, and shops opening into the street became more common in the 19th century. Join the Pekka statue and take a moment to look at life in the town, followed by coffee and pastries at the delightful café of the Trade House of Lang.
The history of forbidden and unhappy love comes to life at the Sovelius House
The town’s oldest preserved residential building, the Sovelius House dates back to the 1780s. Converted into a shipowner and merchant museum, the house charms visitors with its atmosphere even today. In the courtyard area, the Renkitupa holiday home offers accommodation with the smell of the sea and soul of the old town. The story of unhappy love features members of two of the town’s famous families. Be sure to ask to hear the story when you visit.
The history of Raahe is full of personalities, powerful men, strong and influential women, sailors and captains soaked in the salty waters of the oceans around the world, ladies and mademoiselles in lace and velvet dresses, tailors, coppersmiths and sailmakers. Craftsmanship was held in high regard in this town made wealthy by maritime transport and trade, and this also shows in the street names. For example, Reiponkatu was named after a ropemaker (repslagaren). The street is long and straight, which was important when making long and thick ropes for large ships. Today, ropemaker Vestberg’s house is known as Sofian Talo (Sofia’s House). Up until the 1980s, it housed a school for girls of limited means, established in 1843 by an influential local lady, Sofia Lybecker, with her mother’s inheritance. The house now hosts artist Vuori’s studio gallery. The Lybecker Institute is still training professionals for the creative industries, albeit at a different address.
Secret gardens hidden from sight
Undeniably the most impressive roof in the old town belongs to Keskuskoulu, the central school, located at the inland end of Koulukatu street. On the same street, you can find Raahe Theatre with an intimate summer theatre in its courtyard. According to a story, the house that stood on the plot before the theatre and its predecessor, the Salvation Army, was surrounded by a typically high, annoyingly tight and fully opaque plank fence that prevented curious eyes from peeking into a most beautiful garden with wonderful southern fruit. Later, the harvest of this legendary garden proved, somewhat modestly, to consist of cherries and strawberries.
Even though driving is allowed in Old Raahe, the best way to experience it is by taking an unhurried walk on the narrow streets. When you walk in the old town in the summer, you can look through the gates and still see the large courtyards and their gardens, emanating the spirit of old times.
Enhance your experience – book a guide!
One of the most popular services in the summer is guided theme tours organised by the Raahe Guides Association. Enjoy the guides’ stories about the people of yore, visits by kings and emperors, the life of sea captains and merchants who had seen the world, daily life, habits and people in the past and today.
Each year, the excitement of approaching Christmas is eased with the Old Raahe Advent Calendar. This involves residents and companies of the old town dressing up their windows in Christmas decor. The windows are unveiled one at a time, from 1 December all the way until 24 December. You can also follow the Advent Calendar on Visit Raahe’s social media accounts and with the Glopas audio guide.
In addition, you can use the Glopas audio guide while touring Old Raahe in the summer. Glopas can be downloaded for iOS and Android devices from app stores.
An archipelago right in front of the town
Just a stone’s throw away from the heart of the old town, from the pier of Packhouse Museum, the former sailors’ house, you can start a cruise in the award-winning Raahe archipelago. Buy some ice cream and sit down on the pier, just breathe in the fresh sea air, listen to the lilt of the happy town, or enjoy refreshments on the sunny terrace of Ruiskuhuone Café, located in a building formerly used by the fire brigade.
More information about the history of Raahe (in Finnish)
Samuli Paulaharju: Wanha Raahe
Hilkka Aaltonen, Eija Turunen: Vanha Raahe
Liisa Männistö: Jugend-talon kaksi elämää
Pekka Kärki: Suomalainen historiallinen kaupunki
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Raahe archipelago
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Raahe archipelago
The Raahe archipelago, Finnish Outdoor Destination of the Year 2016, is a gem right in front of the town. The compact urban archipelago consists of around 50 small islands and islets. Take a short cruise, spend a lovely summer day on an island, learn about nature formed by post-glacial rebound on a nature trail, listen to audio guides to hear about the history of maritime transport and other stories, savour the peace of uninhabited islands and enjoy the lovely beaches. See the historical wooden lighthouses on islands of Iso-Kraaseli and Tasku built in 1853.
You can easily enjoy the archipelago. In the summer, there are daily cruises and Island Hopping trips. You can take part in guided kayaking trips on nearby waters or further to the open sea. We also offer skilled guidance and company for more experienced stand-up paddlers. For boaters, there are mooring points on the islands of Iso-Kraaseli, Kalla, Tasku and Ulkopauha.
In the winter, you can enjoy the frozen sea and its many outdoor opportunities. Thanks to the ice, you can get to the archipelago by walking, skiing, snowshoeing, fatbiking or taking a sleigh ride.
Resting huts in the archipelago
The resting huts on the islands of Tasku, Kalla and Ulkopauha are freely available for use by anyone. On Iso-Kraaseli Island, you are welcome to use the outdoor kitchen and fireplace.
Natura 2000
A significant part of the archipelago off Raahe belongs to the Natura 2000 network due to its birdlife, vegetation and habitat types. With a total area of 2,240 hectares, the archipelago includes approx. 358.5 hectares of land and shallows and 1,881.5 hectares of water areas.
The Raahe archipelago is the only significant archipelago in the area between Rahja (Kalajoki) and Oulunsalo. The archipelago includes both wooded inner islands near the coast and small, bare islets further in the open sea. The archipelago forms a scenically valuable entity shaped by post-glacial rebound and early means of livelihood, such as cattle herding, fishing and maritime transport.
Landing ban for protection during bird nesting season
To prevent disturbance of nesting birds, landing is prohibited on the key bird islets and islands. Landing ban on the following islands from 15 April to 15 July: Saapaskari, Kakkonen, Selkämatala, Kallanriutta, Rääpäkänriutta, Vesimatala, Isokivi, Kurikka, Kusiini, Kanttikivet. Landing ban on Rääpäkkä from 1 May to 20 July. Landing ban on Jyry from 1 May to 15 July.
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Raahe Guides Association
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Address: Raahe
Phone: +358 (0) 44 754 4419
Email: opaspalvelut@raahenmatkailuoppaat.fi
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Raahe Guides Association
With a local guide, you can learn about the colourful history of Raahe on foot or from the comfortable confines of a bus. You can visit the idyllic Old Town and experience the life of local residents, sailors, craftsmen and upper class folk in the old days. The stories you will hear cover everything from unrequited love and devious mischief to truly horrifying events. We can also tailor the tour to your group’s wishes!
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The Christmas Calendar of Old Raahe
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Järjestäjä: Raahen kaupunki, Wanhan Raahen asukkaat ja toimijat
Ajankohta: 1.12.-6.1.
Liput: Vapaa sisäänpääsy
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The Christmas Calendar of Old Raahe
The Christmas Calendar of Old Raahe is opened one window at a time
As Christmas approaches, a unique atmosphere settles in Raahe: the windows of the Christmas Calendar of Old Raahe are opened one window at a time, starting on 1 December. The windows are decorated by the old wooden town’s residents, entrepreneurs and other operators in the area. The Christmas windows can be admired from 1 December until 6 January.
Traditionally, each window displays a historical story written by Kirsti Vähäkangas, related to the history of the house in question or Raahe’s history in general. The stories are published in the channels of Visit Raahe. The stories can be listened on the Glopas mobile application. Basically, we can say that we have a talking Christmas calendar in Old Raahe. Download the application from Google Play or App Store.
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#WITHTRUELOVE Deep roots by the Pyhäjoki River
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About the storyteller
My name is Tiina Tiirola, and I was born and raised in the village of Pirttikoski in Pyhäjoki. I have lived in other parts of the world but my heritage always drew me back. I work in Pyhäjoki and live in the village centre with my family. Even so, my home will always be Pirttikoski. I am the secretary of the Pirttikoski village association and, as one of the village residents, I do my best to help the local community.
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#WITHTRUELOVE Deep roots by the Pyhäjoki River
Although I currently live in the Pyhäjoki village centre, my identity is strongly tied to the village of Pirttikoski. Looking back on the summers of my childhood, the first thing that comes to mind is playing and swimming in the river. We were free to enjoy ourselves how we liked. No adults had the time to come watch over us, with all the work to be done on the fields or in the cowshed. We, too, took part in the work tasks since early childhood, but whenever we had a moment to spare, we went to the river to swim – or just play and have fun.
The river is what still draws me to the area. The allure never fades despite the transitions from warm summer days, colourful autumn nights, clear wintry weather to springtime. The atmosphere by the river never stays the same for long. The mind stays calm witnessing the peaceful movement of the water and the colours of the sky reflected on its surface. And the rapids have an appeal of their own.
Experience life on the river and its banks from near and far
The river is always full of life. You can watch fish dart around in the water and observe birds, such as swans, mallards or other weary travellers from afar, nesting on the banks. The best way to experience the river is to get on it with a row boat, canoe or SUP board. In the winter, the river is ideal for skiing and hiking. The tracks criss-crossing on the snow reveal that the area is full of all manner of wildlife. In the spring, you can experience the awesome power of nature as the ice breaks and is carried away by the strengthening current. You can also see migratory birds and new leaves sprouting from tree branches. In the autumn, the water reflects the wonderful colours of nature, multiplying their beauty.
Following the river from the village centre home to Pirttikoski
The roads on the banks of Pyhäjoki River are ideal for observing life and seasonal changes in the environment. They are perfect for hiking and biking. You can follow the northern bank from the village centre to Pirttikoski and return along the southern bank. This amounts to about 18 km of travel. Those looking for a longer route can continue along the river from Pyynpuho all the way to Hellaamäki. In the summer, the swimming spot by the Kuusiniemi bridge in Pirttikoski provides a wonderful place to rest and relax. You can take a swim, roast some sausages on an open fire or use the eco-toilets. You can also sit in the swing and simply enjoy the river flowing by. Should you want to get on the river itself, a boat provided by the village association is available at the beach. You can hop in it and row from the Antin koski rapids to the Tirilän koski rapids to, once again, gain an entirely new perspective on the river.
Flowing beauty at all hours through the seasons
Pyhäjoki is so much more than just any river. It cuts through the Pirttikoski village, with a small island at the heart of the village centre, and continues on its path towards the sea. It is a sight to be experienced regardless of the season – a sight that can also demonstrate its devastating power during flood season. The river is a monument to the beauty of nature that can be enjoyed at all hours and in all seasons, with the proper respect to the environment and the flowing waters.
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Tiina
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Stories with #truelove - Boho mystery lover of the North
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About the storyteller
My name is Sari Nurro, born and bread in Raahe, ex-pat having lived in New York and the metropolises of West Africa. Why Raahe? Because it is safe and compassionate and provides roots for growing for my daughter. I am Chairperson of the Raahe Association for the Local History and Tradition
Sarin suosikit
Vanha Raahe ja Langin kauppahuone
Pakkahuoneen museo ja Laivapatruunin koti
Lapaluodon kalahalli
Ahon Limousin tila, Helena ja Pasi Kukkonen, Tuomioja
Chaiyaphum Thai-ravintola
Hai Long Torni Kiinalainen ravintola
Kuntokeskus Vesipekka
Raahen Teatteri ja Tapahtumatalo Raahen ohjelmisto
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Stories with #truelove - Boho mystery lover of the North
My Raahe is equivalent to Manhattan’s Chelsea historical district but on the West Coast of Finland. It is the Porvoo of Northern Finland, where a diverse population co-exists from all walks of life - workers, artists, hipsters, tree huggers. A place where everyone has a decent life, creativity flourishes and even goofy experiments take place.
My Raahe is the city of the Queen and other strong female personalities.
My Raahe is the city of the Queen and other strong female personalities. Determined ja liberal Christina ruled as Queen of Sweden when Raahe was founded in 1649 by the Count Pehr Brahe. Already then Raahe was a vibrant merchant area which thrived on the idea of global trade. Also Ms. Sophia Lybecker’s, a philantropist daughter to a wealthy 19th century businessman, intellectual and social heritage has remained strong in the city, where a person in dire straits is helped rather than further punished.
Diverse and strong industrial base has been the backbone of Raahe throughout its history. It means smooth sailing of daily life for city’s modern inhabitants who rarely suffer from electric or water system failures, not even during blizzards or stormy weathers.
Everything I need here is literally within a walking or canoeing distance
In the heart of Raahe is the countryside, the nature and vibrant cultural life. This literally means a walking or canoeing distance. Locally produced food is easily available. In winter time, exotic Arctic glaciers and ice formations on the sea are within easy reach. Fresh fish from the local fishermen is a fabulous delight to taste. Smoked whitefish is my favourite, as well as brown bread à la Mannerheim, topped with whitefish roe, pickled cucumber, onion slices and sour cream. The Bay of Bothnia never ceases to take my breath away, its rugged beauty during winter time, its soft sand dunes in the summer and clean beaches to swim, as well as the annual Raahe Jazz on the Beach events on the shores.
The old quartiers are again filled with kids’ play and laughter
When Raahe’s historical district has flourished usually the whole city has been well-off. Young families are again moving to the historical district and the old quartiers are nowadays filled with kids’ play and laughter. Historical district attracts inhabitants both from the nearby areas, as well as from global megacities. My ancestry in Raahe area dates back for hundreds of years, although I have lived in New York and West Africa for many years. I returned to my childhood city as it is safe and humane, providing ancestral roots to my daughter.
#withtruelove
Sari
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Archipelago cruises and transport
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Archipelago cruises and transport
A cruise? An Island Hopping excursion? A day- or multi-day trip to the islands – choose your favourite!
For centuries, recreation in marine nature and the archipelago has been part of the summer of people in Raahe. Now you can explore the Raahe archipelago, selected as the Finnish Outdoor Destination of the Year in 2016, on boats with capacity for 12 persons. Spend a lovely summer day on the beach on Tasku Island, learn about the unique nature shaped by post-glacial rebound on the nature trail on Iso-Kraaseli Island or enjoy the peace and quiet on the rocky shores of Kalla Island. The trip to these islands only takes about 20 minutes. Explore the archipelago on a cruise or join an Island Hopping tour where you will visit three islands. You will also see historical daymarks and new lighthouses during the excursion.
In the section DESCRIPTIONS AND PRICES, you can read about the difference between archipelago cruises and archipelago transport.
Sign up for all transports no later than 2 hours before departure! Book your seat well in advance following the instructions below.
Seafaring history and local stories in your pocket
On an archipelago cruise, listen to the history of and stories related to seafaring in Raahe with the Glopas audio guide, available in Finnish and English. You can download Glopas on Android and iOS devices from the device’s app store.
Download the summer timetable (PDF) changes are possible
Timetable, summer 2019
JUNE
1–23 June
Mon-Sun 13:00 archipelago cruise 2½ hours M/B Jennamaria
Wed-Sun 12:00 departure of archipelago transport - 18:00 return M/B Jenny, M/B Arkki
From 24 June
Mon-Sun 13:00* and 16:00 archipelago cruise 2½ h M/B Jennamaria
Wed-Sun 12:00* departure of archipelago transport - 18:00* return M/B Jenny, M/B Arkki
Pekanpäivät event 28 –30 June additional departures
Fri-Sun 13:30–16:00 ** Island Hopping M/B Jenny, M/B Arkki
Any other additional departures during the event are updated on this site
JULY
Mon-Sun 13:00* and 16:00 cruise 2½ h M/B Jennamaria
Wed-Sun 12:00* departure of transport - 18:00* return M/B Jenny, M/B Arkki
6 –7 July, 20 –21 July and 28 July
13:30–16:00 ** Island Hopping M/B Jenny, M/B Arkki
Pooki Flakkaa Raahe Maritime Festival 12–13 July
Schedule exceptions apply during the visit of the sailing ship Sedov. Any other additional departures and changes during the event are updated on this site.
AUGUST
1–8 August
Mon-Sun 13:00* and 16:00 archipelago cruise 2½ h M/B Jennamaria
Wed-Sun 12:00* departure of archipelago transport - 18:00* return M/B Jenny, M/B Arkki
3 –4 August 13:30–16:00 ** Island Hopping M/B Jenny, M/B Arkki
9–31 August
Mon-Sun 13:00 archipelago cruise 2½ hours M/B Jennamaria
Wed-Sun 12.00 departure of archipelago transport - 18:00 return M/B Jenny, M/B Arkki
SIGN-UP
Sign up for all transports no later than 2 hours before departure! Book your seat well in advance.
Archipelago cruises operated by Raahen Saaristoristeilyt >> tel. +358 45 693 7154 or raahensaaristoristeilyt [at] gmail.com | Facebook |
Archipelago transport and Island Hopping operated by MeriRaahe >> tel. 050 434 6340 or jouni [at] meriraahe.fi | Facebook | website |
*Guaranteed departures on 24 June–8 August 2019. The minimum number of participants is 1 person.
The minimum number of participants is 5 persons for other scheduled departures.
DESCRIPTIONS AND PRICES
Archipelago cruise takes you on a tour of all the best views of the archipelago. The cruise takes approximately 2½ hours.
Tickets: €20 for adults, €10 for children under 12, €55 for a family ticket (2 + 2).
Archipelago transport takes you to an island for a day and brings you back in the evening.
Tickets: round trip €25 for adults, €10 for children under 12, €60 for a family ticket (2 + 2).
**The Island Hopping cruise takes you to three islands. Refreshments (buns, coffee, juice) are served during the trip and sausages are grilled on Iso-Kraaseli Island.
Price: €39 for adults, €20 for children under 12, €95 for a family ticket (2 + 2).
PLACE OF DEPARTURE
All transports depart from the pier of the Packhouse Museum, Rantakatu 33, Raahe.
CUSTOMISED EXCURSIONS
The skippers will plan an unforgettable experience in the archipelago with you. Ask about catering and packages.
(Updated on 17 May 2019)
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#TIP Museums galore
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BOOK HERE Trade House of Lang
Phone: +358 (0)50 513 7750
Email: info@langinkauppahuone.fi
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#TIP Museums galore
After the mid-19th century, Raahe was the leading town of shipowners in Finland. The eventful history of the lively port can be explored at two truly unique museums. The Packhouse Museum features natural wonders and exotic souvenirs brought by sailors from their travels abroad. In the Church Hall, you can quiet your mind and admire Mikael Balt’s impressive wooden sculptures from the 17th century. At the Crown Granary, you will get to meet the Old Gentleman, the oldest surviving diving suit in the world. The best pastries imaginable and coffee in wonderful rose-adorned cups are served by the ladies at the Trade House of Lang, dressed in true 19th-century attire.
The city’s former customs warehouse, the Packhouse Museum, which is very valuable in terms of local cultural history, was previously a sjömanshus (Seaman’s House). Now impeccably renovated for modern use, the Crown Granary used to serve as a state grain store. This wealth of artefacts and stories about seafaring and trade is sure to offer something new on each visit.The kitchen of the Trade House of Lang prepares the most delicious treats, and the shop is a great place to buy something to take home with you.
Duration starting at 3 h
Group size 20–50 people
Includes guided tours at the Packhouse and Crown Granary museums. Coffee catering or lunch at the Trade House of lang between the museum visits.
Price starting at €19/person. Group size 20–50 people.
Extra service accommodation and transport, for example.
In cooperation with
Raahe Museum
Trade House of lang
Raahe Guides Association
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#TIP Travel back to the golden age of sailing ships
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VARAA TÄÄLTÄ Langin Kauppahuone
Phone: +358 (0)50 513 7750
Email: info@langinkauppahuone.fi
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#TIP Travel back to the golden age of sailing ships
Visit the historical Trade House of Lang to enjoy tales of Raahe, once the most important shipyard town and port in Finland, and find yourself whisked away to the days of old, with the taste of local sweets, pastries and salt water in your mouth. Let the idyllic atmosphere of Old Raahe and the story of Sea Captain Janne Byström whisk open your mind’s eye to the high seas and life in the seaside town of Raahe in the 1870s. The tour will take you through one of the best-preserved wooden districts in Finland to the acclaimed and award-winning Raahe archipelago.
The tour begins at the Trade House of Lang, where ships used to transport goods from all over the world for trade. While enjoying a delicious cup of coffee, you will hear about contemporary life around Pekkatori Square, the hub of local commerce. You will then take a short walk through Old Raahe to visit authentic historical locations and learn about events and stories from the life of Sea Captain Janne on Lang’s ships. In Museonranta, next to the old Seaman’s House, you will board a boat to Iso-Kraaseli Island, where you get to marvel at the historical lightless lighthouse.
Duration starting at 2 h 30 min
Group size 5–30 people
Tour includes coffee and pastries at the Trade House, guidance and the boat trip to the Raahe archipelago.
Price starting at €57/person
Extra service e.g. meal and other catering at the Trade House or in the archipelago. Guidance provided in Finnish, English and Russian.
In cooperation with
Trade House of Lang
Raahe Guides Association
MeriRaahe
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#TIP Work and magic at art workshops
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BOOK HERE Trade House of Lang
Phone: +358 (0)50 513 7750
Email: info@langinkauppahuone.fi
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#TIP Work and magic at art workshops
“The burning in his soul, the fire in his heart he cast in works of brass. Wonders, he believed, would surely come to pass: The dream grandest of them all must be made real!*
Art is always made with heart and a burning passion. To this day, artisans at the Raahen Taitopaja cast metal and make traditional straw and glass mobiles, glass works and candles using age-old methods. In the Pajagalleria gallery of graphic arts in the picturesque Lapaluoto district that used to house the workers of the old Santaholma sawmill, art comes together with history in the unique environment. The work demonstration will also introduce to you a variety of techniques used in graphic arts.
Raahen Taitopaja and Lapaluodon Pajagalleria also feature shops where you can find unique high-quality items to take home as souvenirs.
Duration starting at 4 h
Group size 20–30 people
lncludes introduction and work demonstration at Raahen Taitopaja in the old foundry, and the graphics workshop and Pajagalleria in Lapaluoto. Between the workshop tours, you will go on a guided sightseeing tour of Raahe and enjoy lunch at Hotel Raahen Hovi or the Trade House of Lang.
Price starting at € 30/person.
Available year-round from Monday to Saturday.
Extra service e.g. transport
*Poem “Bellmaker’s dream” by Viljo Tuomela
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#TIP Fine dining on the island
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#TIP Fine dining on the island
Leave the mundane day-to-day behind, tune yourself to the frequencies of nature and get ready to enjoy a vibrant world of tastes and smells: authentic local food made from high-quality locally-sourced ingredients enjoyed in the midst of beautiful nature. The exactly right drinks are hand-picked to complement the food in the best way possible. The table has been set with exquisite treats. Enjoy!
In the old days, a red flag was hoisted at the famous lightless lighthouse of Iso-Kraaseli Island to guide the way of ships returning home from what was often years at sea. Fine dining at the base of this historical landmark on a bright summer evening is an experience that is sure to stay with you for a long time.
On the charter cruise, you will learn about the town of Raahe and the SSAB steel mill from a new offshore perspective. During the trip, the staff will recount facts and stories about the Raahe archipelago and fishing in the local waters. At the end of the cruise, you will enjoy a wonderful dinner by the sea on Iso-Kraaseli Island. Over the course of the evening, you will be introduced to the history of the island, the old pilot’s house and the lightless lighthouse built in 1852. If you wish, you can bring your own drinks or let the expert staff take care of the selection.
Duration about 6 hours
Group size 10–47 persons
Price includes cruise, guidance during the trip and on the island, dinner (appetiser, main course, dessert and coffee) as well as non-alcoholic drinks to complement the food, served under a comfortable canopy.
Price starting at €76/person.
Extra services including drinks, meeting in the pilot’s house €150/group
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#VINKKI Golf and old-town charm
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VARAA TÄÄLTÄ Langin Kauppahuone
Tiiausajan varaaminen (touko-lokakuussa)
Raahen tienoon Golf
puh +358 (0)44 971 1156
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Phone: +358 (0)50 513 7750
Email: info@langinkauppahuone.fi
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#VINKKI Golf and old-town charm
Thanks to the bright summer nights of the North, you can golf all night. Located at Siikajoki in a laid-back environment, the Raahentienoon Golf course’s excellent layout with its bunkers and water hazards makes playing quick and enjoyable and transfers short. The 18-hole course offers a nicely challenging playing experience. After golfing, stay the night at the Trade House of Lang in its unique, historic rooms. A night in the patron’s chamber or Lady Sofia’s room is a wonderfully relaxing experience.
This trip combines refreshing golfing at an uncongested course, an evening stroll in beautiful Old Raahe, and staying the night at the unforgettable Trade House of Lang.
Group size starting from 1 person
Price includes accommodation in a hotel-level double room, breakfast and daily green fee.
Price weekdays €92/person or €180/two persons, weekends €97/person or €190/two persons
Extra service meals, History of Lang story hour, etc.
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Raahen tienoon Golf
Trade House of Lang
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#TIP Adventure island
Groups, meetings & parties, We recommend
Groups, meetings & parties, We recommend
#TIP Adventure island
How would you feel about a day of adventure on an island away from the bustle of the city, like something you may have experienced in your childhood? Most of us have read exciting stories in which the protagonists – the robinson crusoes of the world – overcome the perils of the wilderness with nothing but a pocket knife. Now you can experience an adventure of your very own on Iso-Kraaseli Island safely under the safe guidance of professional instructors. On the adventure trail, you can taste excitement by trying your hand at axe throwing, crossing a stream on a raft of backpacks, lighting a campfire, archery and rescue operations.
You will also get to glimpse inside an old pilot’s house built in 1906, which was used for guiding ships to the Raahe port and the open sea. Right next to it is one of the few surviving lightless lighthouses on the Finnish coast, which was built in 1852.
Duration about 6 h
Group size 6–34 persons
Includes boat transport to Iso-Kraaseli Island, 2.3 km nature trail under the guidance of an instructor. The lunch will consist of a tasty soup or meatballs and, to close off the day, we will brew some campfire coffee. The equipment and guidance required for the adventure trail are included in the price of the trip.
Price starting at € 115/person.
Extra services e.g. catering on the island or onboard the boat.
Available between May and October
In cooperation with
Botnia Outdoor
MeriRaahe
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#TIP Archipelago weekend
Groups, meetings & parties, We recommend
Groups, meetings & parties, We recommend
BOOK HERE Trade House of Lang
Phone: +358 (0)50 513 7750
Email: info@langinkauppahuone.fi
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#TIP Archipelago weekend
During this weekend at the archipelago, you get to experience how life was for an archipelago pilot in the 19th century. In addition, enjoy the ambience of a merchant family’s mansion where it all really happened! You spend the first night on Iso-Kraaseli island following pilots’ footsteps. The day features a canoeing trip and an island cruise. On the island, there is an old 19th century daymark and an old pilots’ hut, where you will stay the night. The day ends with the gentle heat of an outdoor sauna. You spend the second night at the historic Trade House of Lang, enjoying a splendid dinner in a real historical milieu.
We will move to Iso-Kraaseli island by boat to spend the first night. On day two, we’ll take a cruise enjoying the scenic archipelago and the lovely waters. The cruise will finish at the Packhouse Museum berth. A three-hour canoeing trip on nearby waters will cap day three. You need not have previous canoeing experience – an energetic mind and enthusiasm for water is all you need.
Duration Friday 5pm–Sunday 1pm. Available in July/2019
Group size starting from 5 persons
Price includes the activities, accommodation and meals: light supper, breakfast and lunch on the island, dinner and breakfast at Lang and packed lunch at the campfire.
Price starting from €345/person.
In cooperation with
Botnia Outdoor
MeriRaahe
The Trade House of Lang
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#TIP Day or overnight trip to the Raahe archipelago
Groups, meetings & parties, We recommend
Groups, meetings & parties, We recommend
#TIP Day or overnight trip to the Raahe archipelago
In the old days, a red flag was hoisted at the famous lightless lighthouse of Iso-Kraaseli Island to guide the way of ships returning home from what was often years at sea. This began an unusual chain of events, including a three-day ‘Pooki flakkaa’ celebration.
You can visit the island during the day, in which case the trip lasts four hours, or stay overnight and start the day with a delightful breakfast. To enjoy the tranquil atmosphere of the island, you can walk around the 2.3 km nature trail and listen to the Glopas audio guide to learn more on your way. On Iso-Kraaseli Island, you can also stay overnight in the historical pilot’s house or the old buildings used to store sails. You will end the wonderful summer evening by sitting around a campfire and enjoying the warm caress of the outdoor sauna.
Duration 4 h
Group size 6–34 people
Included in the four-hour day trip Transport on fishing boats to Iso-Kraaseli Island. Introduction to the old pilot’s house, the lightless lighthouse built in 1852 and the island itself on the nature trail. We will then roast sausages on an open fire. Campfire coffee and juice is also available.
Price starting at € 70/person.
Duration 1 day
Group size 6–14 people
Included in the overnight trip Transport on fishing boats to Iso-Kraaseli Island. Introduction to the old pilot’s house, the lightless lighthouse built in 1852 and the island itself on the nature trail. We will then roast sausages on an open fire. Campfire coffee and juice, accommodation in the pilot’s house or old buildings used to store sails, sauna bathing, dinner, evening snack, breakfast and lunch are also available.
Price starting at €140/person.
Available between May and October
Extra services: including bed linen and towels
In cooperation with
Botnia Outdoor
MeriRaahe
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#TIP Experience the icy beauty of the Raahe archipelago
We recommend, Groups, meetings & parties
We recommend, Groups, meetings & parties
#TIP Experience the icy beauty of the Raahe archipelago
Feel the power of the sea, ice and wind in the midst of natural wonders and the Raahe archipelago, which has been shaped to its unique form by post-glacial rebound and early sources of livelihood. This cruise will take you to view the sparkling spring ice of the Bay of Bothnia, to the shallows of Klupu, Kiviperttu and Ulkoletto, where the late winter storms usually pack the ice into glistening peaks reaching the height of several men. Amid these landscapes you will be able to feel the marine nature deep inside you. The heart of the archipelago lies a mere 20 minutes from the centre of Raahe.
The cruise is available by order from the time the ice cover parts to mid-May. On the icy sea, you will leave your busy day-to-day life behind and enjoy a nice cup of coffee served by the captain and enjoy tales about the archipelago, and the sea and ice shimmering under the warm spring sun. In these ever-changing landscapes, you have a good chance of spotting a grey seal or white-tailed eagle. Some Baltic ringed seals have also been seen in the area, so bring your binoculars and camera with you.
Duration starting at 3 h
Group size 6–34 people
Includes cruise, guidance and coffee catering.
Price starting at €45/person.
Extra service e.g. meal and other catering on the boat or in the archipelago.
Available from when the ice cover parts to May
In cooperation with: MeriRaahe
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#TIP Life at the Trade House of Lang
Groups, meetings & parties, We recommend
Groups, meetings & parties, We recommend
BOOK HERE Trade House of Lang
Phone: +358 (0)50 513 7750
Email: info@langinkauppahuone.fi
Show card: English
#TIP Life at the Trade House of Lang
The Trade House of Johan Lang was a long-standing influence on life in Raahe. The merchants and women of the Trade House, especially the ladies of the “Franzen era”, carved a lasting mark in the memory of Raahe and the entire region. Merchant Johan Lang had the Lower Mansion built in 1811, just after the fire of Raahe, for real estate business. There were two shops, a brewery, captain’s room, maid’s room and overnight facilities for peasants and merchants who arrived into town for business and stables for their horses.
You will hear the stories of the Trade House’s colourful history and life in Raahe in the 19th century, as told by the patron or patroness of the house. In conjunction with the guided tour, you will enjoy a tasty buffet lunch. The food is always made from fresh local ingredients in the Trade House’s own kitchen. As the cherry on top, you will get to pick a slice of cake from the display cabinet. You may have some difficulty choosing, though, as they are each more divine than the next. Coffee is always served in wonderful rose-ornamented cups. In the Trade House Shop, you are sure to find the very best souvenirs to take home.
Duration starting at 30 min
Group size minimum 1 person
Price includes guidance and lunch buffet with cake and coffee for dessert
Price starting at €18.90/person
Available year-round
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