Holiday in Savo 2021

Konnus canal area

ATTRACTIONS AND CULTURE

Other attractions Alvar Aalto’s Varkaus Architect Alvar Aalto operated as the designer of the Varkaus factories for approximately a decade from the mid-1930s. He designed urban plans for both indus- trial buildings, city plans and for the homes of regular people. A. Ahlström’s holiday home for officials, which was built in 1939, Alvar Aalto's Kinkamo was opened to public in 2019 and now operates as an event venue. You can familiarise with Alvar Aalto’s plans on a The oldest buildings date back to the 1800s. The farm is a protected construction area. The farm ensemble located in Venetmäki is open by appointment. Heinälammentie 50, Venetmäki, tel. +358 40 749 5550 www.hakkilantila.fi Iran Farmi A domestic animal yard, specialities include rein- deer and various birds. Open from June to August on Wednesdays and Sundays. Guided tours at 1 pm and 3 pm. Remember to book in advance. Group visits by appointment, tel. +358 400 671 260. Kumpusentie 812, Haapakoski. www.iranfarmi.fi guided tour, map brochure or mobile tour. www.visitvarkaus.fi, kinkamonaalto.fi, www.visitalvaraalto.fi Häkkilä farm and windmill

Kalakukko street train The beautifully painted Kalakukko street train offers colour to the summer in Varkaus. The rides take you on experiential tours around the city. Kalakukko’s home is at Väinölä Art Centre, and it can also be booked for private tours, tel. +358 400 487,401 www.taidekeskusvainola.fi Central Office The old central office for Varkaus’ factories from the 1840s. Trattoria, exhibitions, events and premises to rent. Taipaleentie 15, Varkaus, tel. +358 46 565 2194 Facebook / Keskuskonttori Koivun Lumo Farm and nature experiences for the entire family. Book your own visit and come and see our furry and feathery friends! We are open all year round. Karjalankatu 71, Varkaus, tel. +358 40 846 0450 A canal area comprising of three different-aged canals and five rapids. In the historical rapids area that is fa- voured by fishermen and hikers, there are board walks and piers for fishermen to walk around easier. There is also a lean-to shelter in the area. www.koivunlumo.com Konnus canal area

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