TAMPERE AND REGION. English

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1 TAMPERE AND REGION 2008 English

2 Welcome 2 Welcome 3 Welcome make yourself at home! The Tampere Region is a province with close to 400,000 inhabitants in the western part of Finnish Lakeland. Tampere is the heart of the province. Established in 1779, Tampere is the third largest city in Finland with some 210,000 inhabitants. It is renowned as a dynamic centre of tourism, culture, congresses, festivals, events and business life, enjoyed by residents and visitors alike. Easy to reach There are direct fl ights to Tampere from London, Dublin, Frankfurt, Bremen, Milan, Copenhagen and Stockholm. Tampere is also easy to reach by train from St Petersburg and Moscow. It takes 30 minutes to fl y to Tampere from the capital Helsinki. The train makes the journey in an hour and a half, and the bus in two. Table of Contents 2 Welcome 4 Guided tours 8 Cruises 12 Museums and exhipitions 20 Theatres 22 Events 28 Särkänniemi 30 Shopping 32 Restaurants 36 Map 38 Sports, nature and feeling good 44 Saunas 46 Pirkanmaa, Tampere Region 56 Accommodation 68 Good to know Visitor Information GoTampere Oy Rautatieasema Tourist information gotamperegotampere.fi (03) Sales and reservations gotamperetravelplan.fi (03) January to May Mon-Fri 9-17 June to August Mon-Fri 9-20, Sat-Sun September Mon-Fri 9-17, Sat-Sun October to December Mon-Fri 9-17 Key to symbols street address www-address address opening hours price in euros telephone number bus routes to destination bus stop good disabled access easy access for the visually impaired When calling from abroad, the dialling code for Tampere is

3 Guided tours Guided tours 4 5 Tours With A Special Theme Guided Tours On Foot Guidance in Finnish. Enquiries to GoTampere Ltd Tourist Information: (03) duration 1,5h adults 5, children (7-16) 2 Pyynikki, Tampere in Panorama Climb to admire the view from the top of the world s highest ice-age ridge and listen to stories about the district s past and present. A guided tour your key to the city Jump onto a bus or book your own guide to get an instant feel for the city. A guided tour is always worth the money. Summer tour In summer, from 13 June to 31 August, a sightseeing bus leaves from in front of the tourist information office daily at 2 p.m. with the exception of Midsummer June. The 90-minute tour is a comfy and convenient way to see the best of Tampere, the most beautiful lake and ridge scenery, the most impressive architecture and the main sights. The tour has English and Finnish language guidance and includes visits to Tampere Cathedral, Kaleva church, Tampere Hall or the Metso library. There s no need to book in advance. Adults 13 e, children (7 16 year) 4 e, familyticket (2 adults and 1 3 childrens) 28 e. Tours on request You can book a guided tour on wheels or on foot, for yourself or a group at any time of year. You can see the city in comfort through the window of a bus or taxi, or in summer from a street train or boat. When it s warm, walking is a good way to investigate a theme or district more closely. The basic tour, Tampere in a Nutshell, is the best choice for first-time visitors to the city: after a comprehensive introduction, further exploration is easy. There are also dozens of theme tours to choose from for a closer look at the city s history, culture, buildings, industry and schools. The city has a particularly rich industrial tradition. From the Cotton Mill to the Palace illustrates the history of the textile industry and Rags to Riches, Woods to Wealth the development of the wood processing industry. Woven from Water Tampella Area sheds light on the history of hydroelectric power and mechanical engineering. In the Footsteps of the Tsars tells of the era when the Grand Duchy of Finland was part of the imperial Russian Empire. Red Tampere portrays the city as the core of the Finnish workers movement. Memories of the Wars returns to the city s past as a scene of conflict. Art Nouveau in Tampere presents the city s most important movement and In the Footsteps of Reima and Raili Pietilä the life-work of Tampere s court architect couple. Insights into the city s places of worship Lutheran, catholic, orthodox and Islamic are provided in the Tour of Churches. Walking tours in the Pispala and Pyynikki ridges or the Tampere Arboretum are good choices for friends of nature. Nokia or Nokia? Have both! The fascinating Nokia and Nokia tour presents the birthplace and beginnings of the mobile phone giant. The tour skirts the shores of the Tammerkoski rapids and visits the neighbouring town of Nokia, the origin of Nokia Corporation s worldwide conquest. Today Nokia employs thousands of people in various branches in the Tampere area which you will also see during this guided bus tour. Choose your language If you can t find a suitable tour in the ready-to-go range, it s also possible to tailor the theme and places visited completely according to your wishes. In addition to English, professional travel guides in Tampere provide guidance in Chinese, Danish, Estonian, Finnish, French, German, Greek, Italian, Japanese, Lithuanian, Norwegian, Polish, Russian, Spanish and Swedish. Tours made to order are charged according to the duration. One and a half hours costs 117/205 euros, two hours 137/245 euros, two and a half hours 156/282 euros, three hours177/321 euros, etc. On Mondays, starting at 17 from the Pyynikki Observation Tower. From Cotton Mill to Palace While the cotton factory girls wove and span, the owner s family grew pineapples and socialized with the Tsar. On Tuesdays, starting from the Finlayson s gate on Satakunnankatu street. The Pispala Walk A walk through this unique part of Tampere offers historical insights about the ridge, fascinating stories and breathtaking views over two lakes. On Wednesdays, starting at 17 from the Pispa school. Local language tour on foot A tour on foot of the scenery most precious to Tampere s people, presented in the local language. On Thursday at 17 from Old Church. Blooming Hatanpää A tour on foot of the green arboretum and its famed rose garden. On Sundays, starting at 13 from the Arboretum summer café. Custom tours In addition to a guide, it s possible to book an all-inclusive package covering transportation, possible entrance fees, coffee, dining and other additional services. A maximum of 25 participants per guide for tours on foot. GOTAMPERE LTD Sales and Reservations Rautatieasema gotamperetravelplan.fi (03)

4 Guided tours Guided tours 6 7 Pirkkala Church The Ghost s Mischief Time travel for children and families. Tuesdays and Thursdays, starting at 11 from the ticket sales at Werstas Tue, Thu, also Wed and Fri 1.8, duration approx. 50min. 5 (03) In the Footsteps of the Cotton Factory Girls At Finlayson, includes entry to the Textile Industry and Steam Engine museums. On Sundays, stating at 13 from the ticket sales at Werstas Sun duration 1,5h adults 7, children (under 18)2 (03) Churches open for sightseeing Finlayson Church Puuvillatehtaankatu 2 until 1.8. the church is closed due to renovation onwards. Mon-Sun Kaleva Church Liisanpuisto Mon-Sun Mon-Sun Mon-Sun Messukylä Old Church Kivikirkontie Wed-Sun Mon-Sun Wed-Sun Orthodox Church Tuomiokirkonkatu Tue-Fri Tue-Fri 11-17, Sun Tampere Cathedral Old Church Keskustori Mon-Sun Mon-Sun Mon-Sun Viinikka Church Kaartotie Mon-Sun Churches elsewhere in the Tampere Region Ikaalinen Church Vanha Tampereentie 6, Ikaalinen Kangasala Church Ainontie 1 (on the Kangasalantie road), Kangasala Mon-Fri Perkiöntie 40, Pirkkala Mon-Sun St. Birgit Memorial Church Kirkkopolku 1, Lempäälä Mon-Fri Vesilahti Church Rautialantie 208, Vesilahti Mon-Fri 9-15, Sun klo 9-12 Virrat Church Rantatie 9, Virrat Mon-Fri 9-17, Sun Ylöjärvi Church Kirkkotanhuantie 1, Ylöjärvi Mon-Fri Roadside church Cemetery tours The Evangelical Lutheran Congregations in Tampere offer guided walks in the city s cemeteries free-of-charge. All walks start at 18 and end with an evening prayer starting at 19:45 (approx. 15 minutes). During the Great Nocturnal Happening on , the walk at the Kalevankangas cemetery starts at 21. Guidance in Finnish. Pyynikin kirkkopuisto on Wednesdays at 18. Starts from the main stairs to the Alexander Church. Messukylä cemetaries on Wednesdays 25.6., 9.7., 23.7., 6.8., and 3.9. at 18. Starts from the Messukylä Old Church. Vatiala cemetery on Wednesdays 18.6., 2.7., 16.7., 30.7., and at 18. Starts from the chapel. Lamminpää cemetery on Thursdays 19.6., 3.7., 17.7., 31.7., and at 18. Starts from the main gate. Kalevankangas cemetery on Thursdays (During the Great Nocturnal Happening on 7.8. at 21) and Sundays at 18. Starting from the main gate on Hautausmaakatu street. Alexander Church Until 1.8. the church is closed on weekdays due to renovation and open only on weekends during services. Pyynikin kirkkopuisto onwards Mon-Sun Tuomiokirkonkatu Mon-Sun Mon-Sun Mon-Sun Mänttä Church Länsitorinkatu 2, Mänttä Nokia Church Pirkkalaistie 22, Nokia Mon-Fri 12-18

5 Cruises Cruises 8 9 To the waterways! There are three thousand lakes in the Tampere Region, two hundred of them inside Tampere s city limits. Hop aboard a steamer, a motorboat or genuine warship, and go with the flow. Viikinsaari island, a summer oasis for Tampere s inhabitants and a splendid picnic spot, is a half-hour by boat from the city centre. You can take a cruise for a few hours through the waters near Tampere, enjoying the scenery together with a tasty lunch or dinner onboard. Some cruises offer music, theatre, adventures or other entertainment.. Scheduled ships along the Poet s Way take you through ruggedly handsome scenery all the way to Virrat in the north. For a southbound trip to Hämeenlinna, through some of Finland s most beautiful cultivated scenery, take one of the blue-white ships from Finnish Silverline. Cruises on Lake Pyhäjärvi All ships have fully licensed restaurants and leave from the Laukontori quay. Tammer Line s Tampere cruise June to August Sotkanvirta cruise June to August Boat connection to Viikinsaari island There s a small ecumenical chapel on the island as well as a nature trail, lakeshore sauna, swimming beach, playgrounds, sports fields, a covered BBQ area and one of Tampere s oldest restaurants, Wanha Kaidesaari. Regular traffic to Hämeenlinna The Poet s Way on Lake Näsijärvi A century-old beauty of a steamship, Tarjanne sails from the Mustalahti quay between 4.6. and on Wednesdays and Fridays at 10:00, via Ruovesi (15:00) to Virrat, where it arrives at 18:30. Returns from Virrat on Thursdays and Saturdays at 10:00 (Ruovesi 13:30), arriving in Tampere at 18:30. Fully licensed restaurant onboard and a few cabins for overnight stays. A return trip can be made in one day, travelling one way by bus. Also thematic and evening cruises. Tarjanne evening cruises Thu 19-22, Sat cruise adults 13, children 6,50; cruise incl. dinner adults 27, children 13,50 Finnish Silverline and the Poet s Way Laukontori 10 A (03) Cruises by Finnish Silverline Lunch cruise on Lake Pyhäjärvi Buffet, fully licensed, live programme Tue-Sat , Sun Tue-Sat adults 20, children 10, Sun adults. 27, children 13,50 Evening cruise on Lake Pyhäjärvi Buffet, fully licensed. Live programme: quizzes, karaoke, music, stand-up performances Tue-Sat ke, Fri and Sat adults 27, children 13,50 From 3.6. to Finnish Silverline runs between Tampere and Visavuori Wed-Fri, and between Hämeenlinna and Visavuori Tue-Sat. Take the entire cruise or choose from several shorter alternatives. Departs from Laukontori in Tampere at 9:30, arrives in Hämeenlinna at 17:45. Departs from Hämeenlinna at 11:30, arrives in Tampere at 19:50. Several stops along the way. An opportunity to visit the home and atelier museum of sculptor Emil Wikström as well as the Kari Pavilion which exhibits works by Wikström s grandson Kari Suomalainen and visiting artists during a stop at Visavuori. Fully licensed restaurants onboard. The Laiva cruising restaurant at The Laukontori quay Lunch cruises at and evening cruises at 19. Price 20 / 27 incl. cruise, buffet and programme. Enjoy the ship s bounty on short cruises on Lake Pyhäjärvi. Culinary delights are complemented by a varied programme. For landlubbers the ship is also open at the quay from morning till late at night, throughout summer. The ship is air conditioned and fully licensed. More information about the cruises and programme calendar at: www. hopealinja.fi Laukontori 10 A 3 (03)

6 Cruises Laivaliikenne Night Butterfly 4-5 (max 8) persons Poet s Way persons (03) Pirate cruises Silver treasure hunting, ship steering, diplomas and a pirate meal Tue adults 20, children 10 Finnish Silverline Laiva Oy Matkailu Laukontori 10 A 3 (03) Cruises on Lake Näsijärvi M/s Wellamo Charter cruises, event cruises on Sundays. All departures from the Mustalahti quay. Matkailupalvelu Kuutar tmi Charter cruises On Lake Näsijärvi Matkailupalvelu Kuutar M/s Wellamo, 99 persons Merimuikku 10 persons, dry-lease Anessa motorboat 6 persons (014) M/s Intti 60 persons (03) M/s Katrina 80 persons M/s Lempi 12 persons M/s Pyynikki 60 persons S/y Tahitia 12 persons Vartiolaiva persons On Lake Pyhäjärvi Finnish Silverline Laiva Oy Matkailu persons (03) Taksi boat 7 persons Guest harbour Five-star guest harbour in Mustalahti and mooring for guests in the Laukontori quay. Fuel available on both quays. Enquire about transportation for boats between lakes

7 Museums and exhibitions Museums and exhibitions The world in a museum There s everything in a museum: the past, the present, and a glimpse into the future. Museums in Tampere tell tales of history and people, art and artists, industry and technology, Moomins and the media, hockey and minerals, shoes and coffee cups, boxers and women s gymnastics. Visit a museum to fi nd yourself and discover the world. Try these for a start: Emil Aaltosen museo The Emil Aaltonen Museum of Industry and Art is located in Pyynikinlinna and portrays apprentice shoemaker turned factory owner Emil Aaltonen ( ) as a private person, businessman and sponsor of national culture and science. The museum s exhibitions exhibit the history of the Finnish shoe, steel, mechanical engineering and plastics industries as well as works from Emil Aaltonen s art collection, which are mostly by masters of the Finnish Golden Age such as Albert Edelfelt, the von Wright brothers, Werner Holmberg and Alexander Lauréus. Pyynikinlinna, Mariankatu 40 (03) Wed 12-18, Sat, Sun Wed 12-18, to, Sat, Sun Wed 12-18, Sat, Sun pyynikinlinnapyynikinlinna.fi 2/3 euros, school groups: free entrance Groups (per member) 2.50 euros Guided tour (weekdays/sundays): During museum opening hours 25 euros, at other times 40 euros. 10, 21 Little Palace Puuvillatehtaankatu 8 Open by agreement. 14/person, minimum charge for groups 140, incl. cafe infopikkupalatsi.fi Spy Museum An agent test for the whole family! The world s fi rst specialist spy museum has become a popular family attraction. The museum provides a good overview of an activity which may have had a bigger impact on world history than offi cial governments. Learn about top agents around the world, see old and new technical devices some you can even try. Thousands have passed the eight-step agent test and received a diploma. Perhaps you d like to do it yourself, or do you dare be tested by a lie detector? Satakunnankatu 18, (Finlayson) Summer Mon-Sat 10-18, Sun Winter Mon-Sun (03) Adults 7, children (6-16 yrs) 5.50, groups 6.50, Agent test 4, lie detection test 60 Little Palace Rounds lasting 11 2 hours take visitors through the palace s drawing rooms furnished with antiques and cut-glass chandeliers, an impressive staircase, a billiards room which breathes a unique ambiance from the turn of the 20th century, and the pool department featuring Tuula Lehtinen s glass mosaic work Leila s garden. The round ends with coffee in one of the drawing rooms. Open by agreement, closed from midsummer to the end of July. Rounds for visitors in June and August on Mondays at 16:30. Also English-language rounds at 14:30 in August. The autumn schedule can be found at Gösta Serlachius Art Museum Memorable art experiences at the Gösta Serlachius Museum of Fine Arts! The historic Joenniemi manor is surrounded by a park and offers: One of the most signifi cant private art collections in the Nordic countries. Finnish art classics. Albert Edelfelt, Akseli Gallen-Kallela, Hugo Simberg, Helene Schjerfbeck, Magnus Enckell, Emil Wikström and other masters of the Golden Era. Old European paintings from the 15th century onwards, e.g. graphics by Anders Zorn. New acquisitions Café-restaurant in the yard. Joenniementie 47, Mänttä Tue-Sun , Wed at 14-18, Thu-Sun Enquiries and guide bookings (03) , ticket offi ce Café-restaurant Autereen tupa, Adults 6, children (4-16 yrs) 1, groups 4

8 Museums and exhibitions Museums and exhibitions Tampere Art Museum The Regional Art Museum of Pirkanmaa Amuri museum of Workers Housing Tampere Art Museum The Regional Art Museum of Pirkanmaa offers wideranging exhibitions on Finnish and international topics. Flow The City of Tampere Art Collections Flow presents the art collections of the Tampere Art Museum. The exhibition leans toward contemporary art, but friends of older works will also find objects of interest. Young Artist of the Year 2008 Samuli Heimonen Samuli Heimonen is the 24th Young Artist of the Year. His paintings often portray an animal theme and reflect human actions, goals and beliefs. Puutarhakatu 34 Tue-Sun Adults 7, children 3, groups 6 (03) , 13, 18, 19, 22, 25 Pyynikintori The Moominvalley at the Tampere Art Museum Moominvalley is a small, cosy museum presenting the original Moomin works of author-artist Tove Jansson. The museum, whose unique collection includes some 2,000 works, has already attracted more than a million visitors from Finland and abroad. The museum is based on Tove Jansson s Moomin books, which have been translated into nearly 40 languages. Jansson s original Moomin illustrations are an essential part of the museum s ambiance, and the three-dimensional tableaux built by Tuulikki Pietilä enhance the mental picture conjured by the events in the Moomin stories. The gem of the collection is a blue five-storey Moomin House that is as exceptional as its residents and its builders, Tuulikki Pietilä, Pentti Eistola and Tove Jansson. The permanent exhibition has been renewed to celebrate Moominvalley s 20th anniversary year in The entirely new thematic exhibition Marvels of Nature in Moominvalley Nature illustrations by Tove Jansson will be on display until Hämeenpuisto 20 Tue-Fri 9-17, Sat-Sun (03) Adults 4, children 1 (4-16 v.) 2, 13, 16,18, 19, 22, 25 Metso Satakunnankatu 49 (03) (03) , kahvila Museum Tue-Sun Kahvila Amurin Helmi open around the year, Mon-Sun 10-17, Mon-Sun 10-18, Mon-Sun Adults 5, children (7-16 yrs) 1, groups 4 27 Sotkankatu, 2, 13, 18, 19, 22, 25 Pyynikintori Finnish Hockey Hall of Fame Museum Centre Vapriikki Veturiaukio 4, (Tampella) Tue, Thu-Sun 10-18, Wed 11-20, June to August also Mon (03) Adults 5, children (7-16 yrs) 1, groups 4 Shoe Museum Museum Centre Vapriikki Veturiaukio 4, (Tampella) Tue, Thu-Sun 10-18, Wed (03) Adults 5, children (7-16 yrs) 1, groups 4 TR1/Rupriikki Väinö Linnan aukio 13, (Finlayson) Tue-Sun (03) Joint ticket for TR1 and Rupriikki adults 5, children under 7 free of charge, groups 4 Amuri Museum of Workers Housing Vapriikki There are several changing exhibitions at Museum Centre Vapriikki ever year, plus the resident Shoe Museum, Finnish Hockey Hall of Fame, Vinssi museum shop and Valssi café-restaurant. Tibetan culture and history are featured at Vapriikki for summer Veturiaukio 4, (Tampella) Tue, Thu-Sun 10-18, Wed (03) Adults 5, children (7-16 yrs) 1, groups 4 Exhipitions Tibet January 2009 The exhibition portrays culture, history and everyday life in Tibet, and life in Buddhist monasteries. The magnificent items on display carry a rich symbolic meaning and are mainly from private collections. Velomania! Until Centuries of cycling Dora Jung Until Industria Photos Civil War Opens War Reparations Dreamfactories Backlight Mwanza (Unicef year exhibition) Innovations runs two years Time to play! elokuu 2009 Toys and dolls from the collections of the Haihara Museum Foundation. (UNICEF year exhibition) Werstas The Finnish Labour Museum, Werstas The basic and changing exhibitions, the Steam Engine Museum, the Textile Industry Museum, the museum shop and the information point at the Finnish Labour Museum in the old historic Finlayson factory buildings provide a unique, multifaceted experience for the whole family. Väinö Linnan aukio 8, (Finlayson) Tue-Sun (03) Adults 5 euros, pensioners and students 4 euros, under 18s free guided tours Sat-Sun at 15:00

9 Museums and exhibitions Museums and exhibitions Mineral Museum Haihara Art Centre Haiharankatu 30 Main building Tue-Sun Café Tue-Sun and , Arts and crafts shop ti-su (03) Haiharankatu Hiekka Art Museum Tampere Art Museum Rupriikki Pirkankatu 6 Tue 15-18, Wed 15-19, Thu 15-18, Sun Adults 5, children (7-17 yrs) 3, groups 5 (03) , 13, 16,18, 19, 22, 25 Metso Verkaranta Arts and Crafts Centre Verkatehtaankatu 2 Summer Mon-Fri 10-18, Sat-Sun Winter Mon-Fri 10-18, Sat-Sun Adults 2.50, children (7-17 yrs) 2, groups 2 (03) Centre for Children s Culture Rulla Väinö Linnan aukio 15, 3rd floor (Finlayson) Opening hours during school terms Tue-Thu 9-14, Sat-Sun 11-16, closed Mon, Fri and public holidays. Groups should book in advance (03) kulttuuritoimisto Lauri Viita-museum Portaanpää 8, (Pispala) Beginning of May to mid-september Sun Adults 2, children , 11, 13, 22, 25 ja 26 Pispalanharju (päätepysäkki) Lenin-museum Hämeenpuisto 28 Mon-Fri 9-18, Sat-Sun Adults 5, children (7-15 yrs) 2, groups 5/2 or as agreed (03) Hämeenpuisto Moreenia Centre for Urban Environment Satakunnankatu 13 b, patosilta Tue 10-15, Wed-Thu Closed in July Free-of-charge guidance on weekdays, at other times by agreement Office: (03) Exhibition: (03) Police Museum Vaajakatu 2, (Hervanta) he museum will be open to the public from autumn (03) , 23 Vaajakatu, Tieteenkatu 7 Sara Hildén Art Museum Särkänniemi Tue-Sun 11-18, every day ( , and museum closed) (03) Bus winter 16, summer 4 Adults 6, children 2, under 7s free. Please note! In the summer season admission with a Särkänniemi Adventure Park admission ticket 6. Under 4s free. Finnish Boxing Museum Aleksanterinkatu 26 B Open by agreement. Voluntary admission fee Mältinranta Art Centre Kuninkaankatu 2 Mon-Thu 12-18, Fri-Sun Free admission (03) Tampere Mineral Museum Hämeenpuisto 20 Tue-Fri 9-17, Sat-Sun (03) Adults 4, children (7-16 yrs) 1, groups 3 2, 13, 16,18, 19, 22, 25 Metso Varala Sports Museum Varalankatu 36 Summer Tue (03) Varala Willa MAC Palomäentie 23 Wed-Sun Free admission (03) Palomäentie 31 Vapriikki, Velomania

10 Museums and exhipitions Museums and exhipitions G.A. Serlachius Museum Mobilia Kangasala offers everything a Finn could want from summer: beautiful scenery, glittering waterways, safe swimming beaches, summer events, theatre and attractions. On the Keisarinharju ridge above lake Längelmävesi, the Mobilia automobile and road museum offers things to see and do for the whole family. Natural beauty, annually changing exhibitions, a museum shop and Café Mobilia guarantee a pleasant visit. Cafe Mobilia In summer, Café Mobilia serves a daily buffet lunch, doughnuts and novelty ice creams to be enjoyed on a terrace overlooking truly magnificent lake scenery. Café Mobilia is fully licensed and offers restaurant and catering services upon booking. Traffic park Summer 2008 is highlighted by the opening of Finland s most beautiful children s traffic park, where small drivers can practise road safety in pedal cars. The traffic park, swimming beach, light-hearted orienteering path, summer theatre and boat harbour invite a longer stay. Finland s road maintenance was transferred from the peasantry to an official national body in Open from April onwards, Mobilia s exhibition for 2008 presents how the task has been managed. Ramppi theatre The Ramppi theatre will perform the play SUDEN HETKI at the Kangasala summer theatre on The play illustrates an era from 1929 to 1932 when Finland was an inch away from revolution. Script: Aulis Aarnio. Director: Sina Kujansuu. Mobilia and Cafe Mobilia Kustaa Kolmannen tie 75, Kangasala at 10-20, at Closed and Good Friday Groups also by agreement at other times (03) Ramppi theatre Tickets for groups: (03) or aulis.aarniokolumbus.fi G.A. Serlachius - exhibition Bygones are revived with a blend of science and theatre at the G.A. Serlachius Museum. Fascinating stories, objects to touch and dramatic guidance in the impressive old headquarters of a forestry company. Veterans exhipition -Touching stories of war and survival. R. Erik Serlachiuksen katu 2, Mänttä Summer Tue-Sun 11-18, Winter Wed 14-20, Thu- Sun also for groups at other times by agreement Adults 6, children (4-16 yrs) 1, groups 4 (03) Wheelchair access Outside the city Kuokkala Museum Route Kuokkalantie, Lempäälä May to August Tue-Sun Adults 3.50, children (under 13) 1, groups 2.50 Summer (03) Winter bus 71 (Paunu) Hakkari Toy Museum Lelulaatikko Valtatie 9, Mänttä Honkahovi Art Centre Johtokunnantie 11, Mänttä Taide-Nuuttila Nuuttilantie 341, Virrat (03) Teiskon Museum Teiskon kirkkotie 139, Terälahti Wed, Thu, Sun 11-16, at other times by agreement (03) ,(03) Vehoniemi Automobile Museum Vehoniemenharjuntie open by agreement, daily 10-16, daily daily 10-19, summer Tuesdays 10-21, summer Fridays (weather permitting) Free admission (03) bus 70 (Paunu) Kaivannon sairaala (1,5 km) Virrat Traditional Village Herrasentie 16, Virrat (03) , During summer season open daily, for groups by advance booking around the year. Willa Kosmos Vehoniemen harju, Kangasala open by order (03) bus 70 (Paunu) Kaivannon sairaala (1,5 km)

11 Theatres Theatres 20 The magic of theatre, the enchantment of the big screen Tampere is Finland s theatre capital where there s something on all year round. Theatres TT Theatre Keskustori 2 (03) , groups (03) wheelchair access TTT Theatre Hämeenpuisto (03) , groups (03) four stages, all with wheelchair access Tampere Comedy Theatre Lapintie 3 A Teatteri Telakka Tullikamarin aukio 3 (03) Dance Theatre MD Hällä-näyttämö, Hämeenkatu 25 (03) Teatteri Siperia Lapintie 3 A (Tampere Comedy Theatre) Teatteri 2000 Finlayson, Kuusvooninkinen (Finlaysoninkuja 6) (03) Ahaa Teatteri Hatanpään valtatie 6 (03) Summer theatres Pyynikki Summer Theatre Jalkasaarentie 3 (03) Tampere Comedy Theatres Summer Theatre Lapintie 3 A Summer theatres elsewhere in the Tampere Region Birgitan Teatteri Lempäälä Rämsöö Summer Theatre Rämsööntie 967, Vesilahti Teatteri Into Jukolan talo, Jäähdyspohja, Virrat Circus Sorin Sirkus ry Ahlmanintie 63 (03) Cinemas There are four cinemas in Tampere with a total 17 screens. Films are shown with their original soundtrack and subtitled in Finnish and Swedish. Plevna (Finlayson) nnkino.fi Cine Atlas (Koskikeskus) nnkino.fi Niagara (Kehräsaari) Cinola (Hervanta) 21 The Pyynikki summer theatre provides a perfect opportunity to experience the magic of the nightless night. Rotating stands take you from scene to scene, set against the natural backdrop of a glittering Lake Pyhäjärvi and the handsome old pines lining a ridge formed by the ice age. The high point of summer is the annual Tampere International Theatre Festival, which offers highlights of the season from Finland and beyond. Tampereen improvisaatioteatteri Snorkkeli Children s theatre Kangasala Summer Theatre (Ramppi-teatteri) Kustaa Kolmannentie 75, Kangasala Lempäälä Summer Theatre Between September and May it s well worth visiting the TT or TTT Theatre or the Tampere Comedy Theatre to enjoy modern Finnish performances and international classics. Teatteri Mukamas Pispalan valtatie 30 (03) Iluksentie 5, Lempäälä (03) Nokian työväen teatteri Kylmänojankatu 3, Nokia (03)

12 Events Events Lots to do in the Tampere Region Competitions and concerts, fairs and markets, cultural and popular events and festivals. Music, theatre, visual arts, exercise and sports. There s a lot going on in the Tampere Region: pick the best and join in! Events in Tampere Tampere Winter Dance Festival Henki ja elämä book festival 2.3. Pirkka Ski Race Tampere 38th International Short Film Festival Tampere Opera, Verdi: Requiem European Wrestling Championships Tampere Biennale Travelling in Finland fair Tanssivirtaa Tampereella modern dance festival Tampere Fish Market Hot Rod & Rock Show Mukamas 2008 international puppet theatre festival th anniversary of the Likkojen Lenkki jogging event Pispala Schottische 8.6. Pirkka Cycling Sauna Open Air Metal Festival Pirkka Cycling Night Tour The Finnish Karelian League Summer Festiva th Jukola Relay and 31st Venla Relay Tammerkosken sillalla Tammerfest Pirkka Rowing Kalevan kisat Finnish Athletics Championships Tampere International Salsa Festival th Tampere Floral Festiva Pirkan JuhlaSoutu Tampere Theatre Festival St Petersburg market at the Tallipiha stable yards European Minigolf Championships World of Tango festival Tampere Fish Market Pirkka Jogging Tammer Tournament in boxing th Tampere Illuminations Tampere Jazz Happening MindTrek week Christmas village at Tallipiha stable yards Opening of the Christmas Season in Tampere Changes possible. Check event information online or from the GoTampere Ltd Tourist Information offi ce.

13 Events Events 24 Tampere Trade Fairs Ltd 25 Fun at the Floral Festival! Tampere 25th Floral Festival Tampere s city centre blooms during the 25th anniversary of the Floral Festival. Nine days of events and meetings. See you at the Floral Festival perhaps in a flower dress! Let there be light! 43rd Tampere Illuminations Magnificent street illuminations bring joy and light to the darkest time of year. Opening ceremony and fireworks at the Keskustori Central Square on Friday 17 October. Elves visit Tampere, too! The Christmas Season opens on Sunday A child-oriented programme and cheerful Christmas parade start the Christmas season in Tampere. The lights on the Christmas tree at the Keskustori Central Square are lit, the shops Christmas window displays unveiled and the first presents wrapped... The Promoting Tampere Association welcomes you to Tampere. Programme for Autotec Asta-Constructor Spirit and life book festival Garden and hobby Travelling in Finland ET Parasta Aikuiselle Antique Food manufacturing Local food Safety and security Corporate security Workplace welfare Subcontracting Finnclean Asta autumn Nordic Welding Expo Finnish handicrafts Changes possible. Gem exhibition Tampereen Messu- ja Urheilukeskus, Ilmailunkatu 20 infotampereenmessut.fi Tampere Hall Meetings and congresses There are several workshop rooms, lecture halls and auditoriums of varying sizes at Tampere Hall, which accommodates congresses of up to 3,000 people. Exhibitions are arranged mainly in the Exhibition Hall and foyers. All workshop rooms and lecture halls are equipped with state-of-the-art technology and data connections. Concerts, opera and ballet Finnish and international stars of popular music, top classical soloists and full symphony orchestras light the stage at Tampere Hall. In addition to popular and classical music, memorable moments are offered by sizeable opera productions and visiting international ballets. Café Soolo, restaurants Fuuga and Duuri Café Soolo is a cosy meeting place both in the daytime and evening. In summer, Soolo extends out to a terrace in the Sorsapuisto park. The Fuuga and Duuri restaurants require advance booking. Tampere-talo Osakeyhtiö Yliopistonkatu 55 (03) Box Office Mon-Fri (1,25 /min.+pvm) lippu.toimistotampere-talo.fi Tampere Philharmonic Orchestra When the lights dim in the Main Auditorium at Tampere Hall, time stops and the audience is taken to another world. On stage are 97 professional orchestra musicians, a top-level conductor and brilliant soloists. Come and enjoy the words and silence of music. Tampere Hall is the residence the Tampere Philharmonic Orchestra, one of the largest symphony orchestras in Finland. Friday night concerts offer the best classics and most fascinating novelties, guest stars from Finland and abroad, jazz, Christmas music and experiences for the whole family. Once a month on Sundays, the musicians perform gems of chamber music during the Afternoon of Fauns in the Small Auditorium. (03)

14 Events Events Tampere UNICEF City 2008 The United Nations Children s Fund UNICEF is the world s largest organization in its field. UNICEF has activities in 156 developing countries and 36 industrialized countries. UNICEF partner city Tampere has the honour of being the 10th UNICEF partner city in Finland. The UNICEF City model originated in Germany in The mission of Tampere s UNICEF year is to improve attitudes and global responsibility towards children, as well as work for their good. Another aim is to raise awareness of children s rights among citizens and various cooperation partners. UNICEF fund-raising campaigns will be supported during the UNICEF City year, too. The City of Tampere has selected the Education for All programme in Tanzania as the key campaign of its UNICEF year. The campaign strives to provide basic education to 1.5 million children in Tanzania who have no access to school. All the best for the City of Tampere UNICEF year in UNICEF donations to the account (the Tampere branch of the Kurikan Osuuspankki bank). Other events XIII Mänttä Art Festival Mänttä Music Festival Sata-Häme Soi accordion festival (Ikaalinen) Tapsan tahdit music festival (Nokia) See also Tampere Philharmonic Orchestra Tampere Hall programme Church concerts Park concerts in Tampere Jazz, rock and pop concerts and events at Tullikamari Tullikamarinaukio 2 Music pubs, clubs and bars Teivo trotiing track (Ylöjärvi) Ice hockey at the Hakametsä Ice Stadium in the winter season. Ticket sales at the ice stadium open on weekdays at 17, Saturdays at 15 and Sundays at 14. Tickets are also sold at the Stockmann and Sokos department stores, for example. Tickets to Tappara games can be bought in advance from other Lippupalvelu offices, and to Ilves games from Lippupiste,

15 Särkänniemi 28 Särkänniemi 29 Särkänniemi adventure park Särkänniemi has the widest appeal of any adventure park in Finland. With 34 rides, an Aquarium, Dolphinarium, Planetarium and Children s Zoo, the Näsinneula observation tower and the Sara Hildén Art Museum, there s lots to see and do for the whole family! Children s Zoo Animal friends from floppy-eared rabbits to ponies live in a lush and cosy environment. Climbing frames, swings and bouncy castles in the area all add up to extra fun for the little ones. Fun and charm all year round The Särkänniemi Adventure Park welcomes you throughout the year. The Aquarium, Planetarium, Dolphinarium, the Näsinneula observation tower and the Sara Hildén Art Museum offer fun and charm whatever the temperature outdoors. Aquarium At the Aquarium you can choose your favourite from more than 200 species from seas and lakes around the world and also take a look at some of the aquatic life closer to home. Dolphinarium The bottlenose dolphins Veera, Näsi, Delfi, Leevi and Eevertti have a new home and charm audiences with their skills and joyful play. The Särkänniemi bottlenose five also provide insights into the world of the whales. The action-packed show provides an opportunity to learn a lot about the underwater life of these fascinating mammals. Rides The 34 rides at Särkänniemi offer everything from wild thrills to gentle swings, water splashes and other fun experiences. Try satisfying the need for speed in the cobra loops of the Tornado rollercoaster, or freshen up in the surges of the Rapids Ride. Kiddie Land is a special area for the very young. When height and courage are yet to come, smaller thrills can be found on rides like the Piggy Train or Mushroom Race. Näsinneula observation tower Näsinneula offers panoramic views from the Nordic countries highest observation tower and a complete experience of Tampere s most famous icon. Näsinneula reveals the rooftops of the cityscape surrounded by breathtaking ridge and lake sceneries. Planetarium The unique visual world of the Planetarium introduces new dimensions by encompassing spectators from all directions. There s a new programme every year in the multimedia sky at the Särkänniemi Planetarium. Sara Hildén Art Museum Särkänniemi wouldn t be renowned for its diversity without an art museum presenting the best of modern art. Changing exhibitions and the museum s own collections provide objects to contemplate and admire both for first-timers and more experienced friends of the visual arts. Tips for year-round activities at Särkänniemi - Arrange an unforgettable birthday party in the Aquarium, perhaps with a pirate or princess theme. - Things are happening at Christmas too: enjoy the Star of Bethlehem show in the Planetarium or the dolphins action-packed Christmas show! - Arrange a unique company event: a high-level congress dinner at Näsinneula or perhaps a meeting in the under water classroom at the Dolphinarium. Further information, opening hours and prices at Särkänniemi: Tampereen Särkänniemi Ltd Särkänniemi Adventure Park Särkänniemi sales service weekdays myyntipalvelusarkanniemi.fi All attractions with a single key! Summer season Adventure key (ove 120 cm) 30 online price 28 Kiddie key (under 120 cm) Over 4 years 25 online price 23 Under 4 years 17 The Adventure and Kiddie keys include admission to the Adventure Park and the following attractions: Children s Zoo Näsinneula Dolphinarium Sara Hildén Art Museum Winter season Winter key 20 Aquarium Planetarium Permitted rides Includes admission to all attractions open during the winter season. Information about other key products at

16 Shopping Shopping To the shops Nice souvenirs and gifts that are sure to please, unique pieces and affordable finds. Finnish design and international quality. A shopping bag is quickly filled in Tampere s small boutiques, specialist shops, museum shops, flea markets, antique dealers, factory outlets, department stores and large shopping centres. And don t forget the outdoor and indoor markets full of delicacies, the atmosphere of the shopping alleys in Kehräsaari and the workshops in the Tallipiha stable yards, selling jewellery, local arts and crafts and gift items. Marketplaces Laukontori Mon-Fri , Sat 6-15 Tammelantori Mon-Fri , Sat Mon-Fri , Sat Mon-Fri , Sat 6-14 Market at the Keskustori Central Square The first Monday workday of each month 6-18 Tampere Christmas market Keskustori Central Square December 2008 Tampere Market Hall Hämeenkatu 19 Mon-Fri 8-18, Sat 8-16 (summer Saturdays 8-15) Stable Yard Welcome to the old-town atmosphere! Finlayson factory owner Wilhelm von Nottbeck built a beautiful stable yard for his horses and their minders in the 19th century. Today this historic site hosts small shops, cafés and events, and is open all year. Gifts and souvenirs are available from workshops and boutiques in little houses: arts and crafts, decorative items and utensils made to unique Finnish designs, and handmade chocolates. Events and exhibitions around the year draw visitors into the old-town atmosphere. During the Christmas season the stable yard turns into a characterful Christmas village where a charming stable nativity scene plays its own special role. Open all year round! Kuninkaankatu Stable yards horse and carriage: Joulupuu Christmassy items can be found all year round in Joulupuu. Also a good selection of Finland, Lapland, sauna and Tampere products. Kehräsaari Mon-Fri 10-18, Sat (03) Aarikka Established in 1954, Aarikka Oy is a Finnish company which designs and manufactures jewellery, utensils and decorative and gift items fashioned from wood. At our shop you ll find beautiful, high-quality products for yourself or as a gift to others. Welcome! Our products can also be purchased online at Aleksis Kiven katu 11 Mon-Fri 10 18, Sat (03) The Verkaranta Arts and Crafts Centre The Verkaranta Arts and Crafts Centre is located in an 1858-built former dyeworks in the heritage scenery of the Tammerkoski rapids Verkaranta hosts arts and crafts exhibitions, workshops and courses. The exhibition shop sells high-quality Finnish handicraft products as well as Pirkanmaan Kotityö Oy s discontinued products and yarns. The function and meeting facilities at Verkaranta are also available for hire. Verkatehtaankatu 2 Exhibition, (03) Taitopaja, (03)

17 Restaurants 32 Bon appetit! Havana Bar & Grill / Tempo Terrace The Havana Bar & Grill/Tempo Terrace are in the heart of Tampere. Enjoy the views from a 200- seat terrace beside the Hämeensilta bridge with the Tammerkoski rapids streaming by, or sense the atmosphere of Latin America and the Caribbean indoors. A rich dining experience is assured by authentic ingredients and a menu that cherishes the best of the region s traditions. Silvery fish and red crayfish caught from clear lakes, wild raspberries and chanterelles the fruits of green forests. Meat raised locally with care and delicious vegetables with aromas imparted by the northern summer s midnight sun. A genuine taste of Finnish cuisine is available in many Tampere restaurants. Try zander or lake salmon, reindeer or game, fresh local cheeses or wines fermented from northern berries. Tampere s multicultural restaurant scene offers other alternatives too, from American to Chinese, French to Russian, Italian to Thai, Egyptian to Indian and Cretan to Japanese. Hyvää ruokahalua! Places to go in the evening Dancing Traditional dance restaurants, e.g. Tanssitalo Seurahuone Hallituskatu 19 Hämeensilta Hämeenkatu 13 Dance pavilion culture can be sampled at Viikinsaari island, Hämyslava pavilion in Nokia, Haikka Pavilion in Pirkkala, Kisaranta pavilion in Kangasala and Nurmi pavilion in Lempäälä. Rock and pop concerts Pubs, clubs and bars Hämeenpuisto Cocktails, rums and Argentinean and Chilean wines are served at the Rum and Wine bar, complemented by a weekly SalsaFiesta, DJs and live performances. Drinks and retail-price cigars are available in the Cigar Room. Hämeenkatu 15 (03) tempogastropub.net The Plevna Brewery Restaurant The Plevna Brewery Restaurant is located in the historic Finlayson area. At the heart of the restaurant is a brewery which makes fifteen beers and three ciders. The brew masters continually develop new experiences for friends of fermentation. Up to 400 people can enjoy the red-brick surroundings of a former weaving mill and the Finnish and German style dishes served inside, and there are also facilities for groups of different sizes. Beer tasting and theme weeks like Oktoberfest, and a welcoming terrace in summer. Itäinen katu 8, Finlayson (03) myyntiplevna.fi Restaurant Harald Harald is like a Viking-era village where diners embark on a relaxed journey through Scandinavian cuisine. The menu boasts steaks, fish, vegetables and game. The house speciality? Meals served on a shield and sword. Hämeenkatu 23 (03) harald.tamperehallman.fi Pizzeria Napoli Tampere s oldest pizzeria, Napoli, is located right in the city centre, just a block from the Hämeenkatu main street. Napoli s extensive menu boasts more than a hundred pizzas. Aleksanterinkatu 31 (03) The Wistub Alsace restaurant Savour the esteemed food and wine culture of the French alsace region in a warm-hearted atmosphere-at Laukontori square in the heart of Tampere. Laukontori (03) Plevna Harald Napoli Knossos Wistub Alsace Nanda Devi & Swagath Restaurant Knossos Restaurant Knossos is a genuine Greek restaurant in Tampere, on the second floor of the Koskikeskus shopping centre. Knossos s kitchen prepares delicious lunches and à la carte dishes in Greek style. Exotic Mediterranean atmosphere inside, in summer a green view from the terrace towards the lower course of the Tammerkoski rapids. Koskikeskus, 2. kerros Mon 11-15, Tue-Tho 11-21, Fri 11-22, Sat 12-22, Sun (03) knossos.tampereknossos.fi Indian restaurants Nanda Devi and Swagath Nanda Devi is a new Indian restaurant with atmosphere. Food is sacred to Indians and guests are always offered the best. Nanda Devi Näsilinnankatu 17 (03) Maruseki Japanese restaurant Restaurants Swagath Tuomiokirkonkatu 40 (03) A distinctive restaurant with affordable prices, where Japanese chefs prepare genuine Japanese delicacies Also Finland s first Japanese tearoom where you can take part in a tea ceremony or dine at a low kotatsu table. Hallituskatu 7 (in autumn 2008 the restaurant will move to West End at Hämeenkatu) (03) Maruseki 33

18 Restaurants Restaurants 34 Coyote Bar & Grill A combination of great tastes and socializing. The Coyotes relaxed service and calm decor promise a cosy visit. Delicious steaks and American-style burgers from a highly capable kitchen. Hämeenkatu 3 (03) Tiiliholvi The Grill The Grill dining and socializing restaurant is in a unique location at the Frenckell Square and the only restaurant in Finland to use genuine Weber charcoal grills to prepare its dishes. The location, cooking method, decor and art by artist Teemu Saukkonen make The Grill an absolute must for everyone. There s also a magnificent summer terrace in front of the restaurant in summer. 35 Gringos Locos Juanitan Cantina El Tex-Mex style dining and socializing restaurant located in an idyllic milieu. Kehräsaari (03) Aleksin Ravintolat Oy Henriks Frenckellin aukio Winter: Mon-Thu 11-24, Fri 11-01, Sat 12-01, Sun Summer: Mon-Thu 11-24, Fri 11-02, Sat 12-02, Sun (03) ravintolagrill.fi Höyry Pub Sports and beer come together at Pub Höyry, in the Siperia area of the historic Finlayson factory complex. As expected, the bar also keeps ciders, wines, whiskies and other noble drinks Itäinenkatu 7-8, Siperia (03) Pink Night Club The hottest gay club in town. Pink Night Club is a stylish new gay club. Otavalankatu 9 (03) Henriks serves food from local sources. A stylish city-centre restaurant with good food and service to match. Satamakatu 7 (03) Katupoika Katupoika is a genuine Tampere restaurant serving classic dishes and juicy steaks in a cosy and relaxed setting. Get acquainted with Tampere s delicacies and an authentic local atmosphere. Aleksanterinkatu 20 (03) Laterna Laterna is an old restaurant favoured by artists, a cradle of cultural events. Genuine Russian-style ambience, decor and food. Genuine Art Nouveau cabinets. Make a feast of your life in Laterna. Book the legendary Mannerheim menu for your party. American Diner A cheery welcome awaits at the Classic American Diner. The menu features generous American-style dishes, brought to the table with bubbly service in the spirit of the original diner. Itäinenkatu 9-13 Mon-Wed 11-21, Thu-Fri Sat 12-24, Sun (03) SpeakEasy The underground speakeasy has grown to become the biggest wings restaurant in Tampere. Now there s room for wing gourmets on two storeys as the mysterious interior continues to the next floor. The thrilling entrance remains in the shady labyrinth of Tampere s old town alleys in the Finlayson area. Wings and the speakeasy atmosphere are well-suited to larger groups, too. The generous wing meals at restaurant SpeakEasy provide a splendid alternative for a more relaxed celebration. Finlayson / Siperia, Päämääränkuja 10 (03) Puutarhakatu 11 (03) Tiiliholvi Bodega Salud Bodega Salud serves classics of Spanish cuisine and specialties from the Latin world. The famous restaurant has a large fresh salad bar with cheeses and fruit for dessert. Salud s juicy classic steaks have been prepared the same way for more than 30 years! The Tapas Café serves tapas breads, shellfish and small savouries. Tuomiokirkonkatu 19 (03) Tiiliholvi is a renowned, characterful restaurant, nominated many times as the number one in Tampere. The food and wines have earned a fine reputation. Beautiful red-brick arches create a superb setting for a memorable restaurant experience. Kauppakatu 10 (03) Japanese restautant Norimaru Tampereen Kauppahalli, Hämeenkatu 19 (03)

19 Map Map 36 City-Opas City-Opas visitor maps are available from the Go Tampere Oy Tourism Offi ce and vending machines marked with blue squares in the map. Tourist Offi ce South end of Keskustori Central Square Finlayson Railway Station Stockmann Tourist information on incoming roads GoTampere Oy Rautatieasema Pispala 2 Pyynikki observation tower 3 Pyynikki open-air theatre 4 Willa MAC 5 Amuri Museum of Workers Housing ja Tampere Art Museum 6 Särkänniemi Adventure Park and Sara Hildén Art Museum 7 Emil Aaltonen Museum 8 Mustalahti quay 9 Metso main library, Moominvalley Museum, Mineral Museum 10 Lenin Museum 11 TTT Theatre 12 Tallipiha stable yards 13 Finlayson area; Finnish Labour Museum Werstas, Media Museum Rupriikki, TR 1, Textile Industry Museum, Spy Museum 14 Market Hall 15 Laukontori, marketplace and quay 16 Keskustori Central Square 17 TT Theatre 18 Vapriikki Museum Centre 19 Tampere Comedy Theatre 20 Verkaranta Arts and Crafts Centre 21 Bus Station 22 Cathedral 23 Arboretum 24 Railway Station 25 Orthodox Church 26 Tullikamari and Telakka 27 University of Tampere 28 Tammelantori 29 Tampere Hall 30 Kaleva Church 31 MetroAuto Areena and Tampere Ice Stadium (Hakametsä)

20 Sports, nature and feeling good 38 Sports, nature and feeling good 39 Activities all year round Golf in the midnight sun? A hike in the middle of the city? In Tampere you can be active and exercise right in the city centre, while the vast surrounding lakes and forest provide peace and natural tranquillity as well as opportunities for lengthy excursions hiking, rowing, canoeing and fishing. In winter you can take a dip through an ice hole, skate on natural ice, slide down hills or go snowshoeing in the city. There are tens of kilometres of lit ski tracks and two downhill slopes. Larger ski centres less than an hour s drive away offer a range of services. Speed lovers can try karting, an ice track, ATVs and off-road or snow mobile safaris or jump into the shoes of a rally star at the steering wheel of a simulator. You can get active by yourself, with a friend or a larger group unassisted or with a qualified nature or activity guide. Gr8 Glowbowling Licensed Glowbowling with lively music. Automatic scoring, shoes and balls. Jäähallinraitti Teivon trotting track Speed, excitement and the will to win. Popular admissionfree trotting events at the Teivo trotting track start at 18:00 every Tuesday. Enjoy a delicious dinner at Restaurant Grand Prix while watching the races. Table reservations tel. (03) The Teivo trotting track is located on the border of Tampere and Ylöjärvi, on trunk road 3 some 10 km north-west from the centre of Tampere. (03) teivoteivonravit.fi Restaurant Grand Prix (03) ravintolagpteivonravit.fi Kiira Korpi The Tampere Region - A Fisherman s paradise There are plenty of blue waters for fishermen to play in here! More than two thousand lakes and dozens of white waters, in fact. You ll find beautiful, clean and peaceful nature to holiday in, and out on the water you re free to relax. Expansive lakes offer an endless number of hotspots all year round. Pike, zander and perch are the most common catches. Pike take the bait whenever the waters are free of ice, while for zander and perch the season reaches its peak at the height of summer. The region s white waters offer brown trout, rainbow trout and asp, and on large lakes you can catch crayfish, too. Rent a cabin by your fishing water and hire a boat and have a relaxing fishing holiday in the land of giant pike and zander! Fishing hotspots online at:

21 Sports, nature and feeling good Sports, nature and feeling good Public swimming beaches in Tampere recreation/beaches Indoor swimming pools Hervanta swimming pool Torisevanraitti 7 (03) Tampere swimming centre Joukahaisenkatu 7 (03) Tesoma swimming pool Tuomarinkatu 7, (03) Spas Holiday Club Tampere Spa Lapinniemenranta 12 (03) Lapinniemi Spa Hotel Rantasipi Eden Paratiisikatu 2, Nokia (03) , 71 (Paunu) Eden Ikaalisten Kylpylä (03) 4511 myyntiikaalistenkylpyla.fi Motor sports and safaris Action Motor Sport Cross karts and karting around the year ATV Service 4x4 off-road safaris Kaanaakarting Karting on an outdoor circuit Kaanaa Rallispecial service centre for special events Racing car experiences at the Kaanaa Motor Sport Centre. timo.niemi Moto-rent Jet ski, ATV and snow mobile safaris and rental. Kangasalantie 1108, Kangasala (03) Motor Space - event centre Rally cross, ATV safaris and other programme services Team Simrac Racing on a rally car simulator. (03) ATV Trail Park Nature activity services and equipment rental Ecoscout Outdoor activities for companies, outdoor events, school camps and trips. Sports equipment rental: cross-country skiing equipment, snow shoes Eräkettu Canoeing and trekking equipment. Guide and programme services. Canoes, kayaks, snow shoes. Long rowing boat. Kuljuntie 2, Nokia Finnish Travel Service Programme services, nature treks Fun Forest Oy Nature treks, programme services, functions, accommodation. Myllyrannantie 2, Mänttä (03) GoTampere Bicycle and scooter rental, mediation of programme services. Verkatehtaankatu 2 (03) Haarlan palatsi Wellness centre. Hand skills training with natural materials, natural therapies, Method Putkisto and MP Pilates courses. Hatanpään valtatie 2 (03) Hiking Travel Nature trek and programme services. Sports equipment rental Fishing guide Heikki Honkanen Fishing trips and equipment rental Kunnon Kipinä Exercise-related wellness and recreation services Programme and trip service Kai Salmijärvi Lempäälä Pirkanmaan luonto- ja kalastuslomat Fishing trips Retkipaja Canoeing, trekking, berry and mushroom picking trips. (03) Vihreä Polku Nature adventure centre. Trekking, canoeing and nature trips. Canoe and snow shoe rental Other experiences Linnan Pallo Oy Hot-air balloon flights. (03) , Next Nature Extreme Rock climbing and abseiling, paintball games Tampere Water Sports Centre Parasailing, jet ski safaris, water sports, war vessel cruises, skating tours ,

22 Sports, nature and feeling good Sports, nature and feeling good Downhill skiing in Tampere Ski Hervanta (03) Ski Mustavuori (03) The Kauppila farm A traditional meeting and functions venue near the spa. Also guided fishing and water sports events. Kauppilanranta 2, Ikaalinen Luomajärvi horse inn Riding, accommodation and restaurant by reservation. Horse trekking and cart rides for the whole family amidst beautiful countryside. Drop in for the day or stay longer. Minimum groups of four for trekking. Treks also for beginners relaxhevoskievari.fi Skönön safarit All-inclusive ATV and snow mobile safaris. Memorable dining in Lapland huts, events large and small /Hanna Mäkinen, Jämillä ja Ikaalisten Kylpylässä safaritskononsafarit.fi Luomahaaran luonto- ja melontaretket Successful programmes from canoeing to teamwork. Tasty catering from a campfire to banquet dinners! /Sanni Luomahaara myyntikorsuretket.fi Viikinsaari Viikinsaari is a summer paradise for the whole family, just 20 minutes away by boat. Departs from Laukontori quay on the hour, returns from the island half past the hour. On the island: Wanha Kaidesaari restaurant (tel. (03) ), nature trail, lakeshore sauna, swimming beach, play areas and a covered BBQ area. There is a small ecumenical chapel on the island. A wide variety of events almost every day. viikinsaari Seitsemisen Kansallispuisto Nature trips for early risers on Wednesdays at 9:00. A safe guided introduction to the national park s nature and species. Duration approx. 1.5 h, walking distance 2 km. The start of the journey (0.5 km) is also suitable for the physically disabled. Assembly at the south of the national park at the beginning of the Soljanen nature trail, 15 km from the visitor centre. Signposted at junctions. Tickets: adults 2, children (under 12) 1. Guidance in Finnish. Seitseminen visitor centre Seitsemisentie 110, Länsi-Aure Hiisi-Golf Vaihmalantie 120, Lempäälä Lakeside Golf 36-hole golf centre for all players in the heart of the Tampere Region! (03) Tammer-Golf 4 km east from Tampere s city centre towards Jyväskylä, on the left. A beautiful park-like 18-hole course. Good practice opportunities: range, put, chip, pitch greens, bunker. Additional services: Restaurant, pro shop, pro services, changing rooms, showers, saunas. Toimelankatu 4 (03) tammergolftammer-golf.fi Nokia River Golf Nokia River Golf consists of the 18-hole River course and the 9-hole Manor course in Nokia s Taivalkunta district, 8 kilometres from the centre of Nokia and around a half-hour s drive from Tampere s city centre. We offer golfing experiences in beautiful countryside and manor settings by the Nokianvirta river and rock faces. The courses are noted for their hillocks and numerous bunkers. The club facilities and restaurant are located in the Alastalo manor, which was built at the turn of the 20th century. Alastalontie 33, Nokia (03) Tampereen Vesikiitäjät ry. Water skiing. Tonox Paintball games, laser fights, sumo wrestling and other programmes Trexperience ATV safaris, paintball games, wire rope abseiling, frisbee golf, cross karts, snow shoe trekking and other programme services. Sports equipment rental Fishing Fishing with a fly or lure is permitted in the Tammerkoski rapids! Maximum three salmonoids/day (does not apply to whitefish). Tammerkoski fishing permits are available from the City of Tampere Treasury at Puutarhakatu 6, GoTampere Sales and Reservations (day and week permits) at Verkatehtaankatu 2, and the R Kiosk (day permits) at Hatanpään valtatie 2; six-hour permits from a vending machine on the wall of the Rosso Koskipuisto restaurant. Anglers aged must have paid the state fishing management fee. Fishing with a hook and line is free of charge away from the Tammerkoski rapids. Crayfish can be caught from Näsijärvi and Pyhäjärvi. Whatever your fishing pleasure, there s a good chance of success in the many lakes and rapids in and around Tampere. Kovero traditional farm Seitseminen national park, Ikaalinen Seitseminen visitor centre, Seitsemisentie 110, Länsi-Aure Mon-Sun 9-17, Mon-Sun 10-18, Mon-Sun 9-17

23 Saunas 44 Mens sana in corpore sauna A soft and sweet löyly, or vapour, wheezes from the stove while birch twigs slap gently to waft away stress. The sauna purifies the mind, soul and body. It s no wonder that Finns say they are reborn after a sauna. In Tampere you can experience this wonder during the morning and evening sauna at your hotel, in the elegant sauna department of a spa, or in a modern sauna at a swimming pool. The same is certainly true of a vintage public sauna in a former worker s district or a genuine Finnish lakeshore sauna. If you would like to book a private sauna for your group, this is possible too. Saunas Rajaportti sauna Pispalan valtatie 9 (03) Mon 18-22, Wed 18-22, Fri and Sat Adults 3, and 5 after 17:00. Children 1. 1, 13, 22, 25, 26, 27 Rajaportti Kaupinoja sauna Kaupinpuistonkatu 2 (03) May to September Mon-Fri 16-19:45, Sat-Sun October-April Mon, Wed and Fri 15-19:45, Tue and Thu 15-21, Sat 12-18, Sun Adults 4,50, children 2. 3 Kaupinkatu Rauhaniemi sauna Rauhaniementie 24 (03) May to September Mon-Fri 15-20, Sat-Sun 13-19:30 October-April Mon, Wed, Fri 15-19:30, Tue and Thu 15-20, Sat-Sun Adults4.50, children Rauhaniemi There are also saunas in all indoor swimming pools and in most hotels. Saunas 45

24 Tampere Region 46 Tampere Region 47 The Tampere Central Region a lot to do and see, just outside the city Why not venture further afield than Tampere? Just 15 to 30 minutes from the city you ll find comfortable accommodation, good shopping opportunities, relaxation, a little pampering and good food. GoTampere Sales and Reservations the whole Tampere Region at one address! GoTampere Sales and Reservations provides the widest range of visitor services in Tampere and the Tampere Region. Contact us to reserve accommodation, for help deciding where to visit or when planning a social programme around a meeting, for example. With GoTampere you can also book the best holiday packages: cottage holidays, lake cruises, safaris, fishing trips and guided tours... and more besides. Rautatieasema gotamperetravelplan.fi (03) The Tampere Region - The Tampere Region is the second largest province in Finland - More than 470,000 inhabitants - Tampere the largest population centre, with more than 200,000 inhabitants - 28 municipalities, 6 sub-regions - High-level scientific and technological expertise - Innovative, multidisciplinary research and development activities - A diverse service structure - Active cultural life, dialogue between traditional and new art - Beautiful nature - A white, snowy winter, green spring, full warm summer and clear, bountiful autumn - According to many surveys, Tampere is Finland s most attractive place to live and study Council of Tampere Region, Nalkalankatu 12 (03) pirkanmaan.liittopirkanmaa.fi

25 Tampere Region Tampere Region 48 Kangasala 49 Kangasala the summer s day county in Finnish poetry is renowned for its magnifi cent nature, ridges and lakes. There s a lot to see and experience, from the Stone Age through centuries of royal manors. Two observation towers provide admirable views. The Automobile and Road Museum Mobilia and its new traffi c park are an excellent place to visit for all ages. The Kangasalan Lepokoti rest home has accommodated dozens of artists and now houses thousands of items for a memorable cultural experience. You should also visit Villa Kosmos nearby, the colourful atelier home of glass and textile artist Virpi Kinnunen. The Marjamäki willow farm is renowned for fi ne willow handicrafts to see and buy. For those staying longer, Hotel Urku provides unique accommodation, restaurant services and spacious meeting facilities in a renovated organ factory. (03) Lempäälä Pirkkala The region s connection to the rest of the world. Pirkkala is accessible from almost anywhere worldwide! Tampere- Pirkkala Airport is for many visitors their fi rst contact with the Tampere Central Region. You can fl y in business class or more cheaply Ryanair has opened budget fl ights to many cities in Europe. Pirkkala is also home to one of the Tampere Central Region s most masculine places of interest a genuine man heaven, Autovahinkokeskus. Here, Finnish insurance companies turn write-offs into cash, enticing car enthusiasts from all over southern Finland. You have to see it for yourself! In Pirkkala you can conveniently shop in the Partola area, at the Veska shopping centre among others. (03) Vesilahti Idyllic countryside near Tampere. Running through Vesilahti is the Klaus Kurki Road. You can get acquainted with this historic route by yourself or with a guide. Vesilahti also offers visitors many packages. You ll even fi nd a hint of the wild west at the Hovin Ratsutila horse farm and the Hukianhovi log cabin! Sights worth seeing include the Vesilahti church and stone sacristy, the Hovin Ratsutila horse farm and the Vesilahti local history museum. Numerous options for cottage and farm holidays delight families in particular. What better contrast to the rides at the Särkänniemi Adventure Park than rural peace and a lakeside sauna. Gifts and souvenirs can be found from Tuulan Taidelasitorni, the Samotti clay workshop and the Vesilahti arts and crafts centre. Vesilahti is also the home of Rämsöö, selected as Finland s Village of the Year Ylöjärvi The second place of interest attracting mostly men in the Tampere Central Region, the Teivo horse trotting track, is located in Ylöjärvi. An impressive number of trotting enthusiasts gather here from all around Finland every week. The delight of Ylöjärvi is a long shoreline, which means there are many pleasant spots for sauna evenings, for example, that can be reached by boat. Visitors also meet up in the moorings and cafés at the Pimeesalmi dock. The tree mountain by artist Agnes Denes is a piece of environmental art worth seeing. It s rather hard to miss at 420 metres long, 270 metres wide and 28 metres high. There s also gold in Ylöjärvi! The old gold mine area Haveri offers a lot to see and do a historic mining area and mining towers, an 85-metre deep quarry, more than 30 holiday cottages and the Kulta Casino restaurant. (03) Lempäälä there s an idea! There s something in Lempäälä that can t be found anywhere else in Finland: Ideapark, a shopper s paradise and entertainment centre for the whole family. More than 180 shops, over 20 cafés and restaurants, a cosy old town and a central park of many events. You have to see it with your own eyes! The Kuokkala area offers a variety of reasons for a visit. The fi ne manor house restaurant, Villa Hakkari, is a gourmet s oasis. Numerous small museums along the charming museum road echo the past, while items in the museum shop bring back memories. There s also a summer theatre in Kuokkala and an artisans shop, Wanha Kanala. Why not come by ship? You can cruise right to the centre of Lempäälä from Tampere or Hämeenlinna Nokia There s something going on in Nokia all year round. Numerous events, beautiful churches and museums, affordable shopping, natural sights and various opportunities for sports and exercise provide holiday alternatives and pastimes for the whole family. Nokia is located at a meeting of waterways. In summer both Tammer Line and Finnish Silverline run regularly to Nokia. The ship Purimo travels to Hämeenkyrö from Siuro in Nokia. You can learn about the town s history by booking a guided tour from Nokia Travel Guides. While staying in Nokia you can fi nd comfortable accommodation at Spa Hotel Rantasipi Eden, for instance, and enjoy tropical warmth and health treatments. You ll also fi nd the Tampere Region s only four-star camping site, Nokia Camping Viinikanniemi. (03)

26 Tampere Region Tampere Region 50 Mänttä High culture in Mänttä, the City of Arts! Take a relaxing break in the City of Arts, Mänttä. Enjoy works by old masters, startling modern art, touching history, magnificent buildings and powerful piano pieces. Revitalize yourself on a lakeshore terrace, climb the Mountain Tower or jump on a jet ski. Everything s within walking distance in Mänttä! Accommodation Hotel Alexander Affordable and peaceful Bed & Breakfast style family hotel. Kauppakatu 23, Mänttä (03) Mäntän Klubi Accommodation at a club with a historic air. Tehtaankatu 33, Mänttä (03) Vammala Diverse culture and generous tables. The Kokemäenjoki river and the national scenery of Lake Rautavesi meet in the southwestern Tampere Region, in the Vammala area. Mediaeval and other interesting churches and important monuments from the past portray Vammala s fine history. Visitors are fascinated by the old literature fair, the Sastamala Gregoriana early music festival, the Ellivuori ski slopes, St. Olaf s Church in Tyrvää and delicacies from generous buffet tables. Pleasant distractions include cultural activities, nature, various events, idyllic villages, outdoor life and time-honoured handicraft and food traditions and uncomplicated hospitability that delights time after time. Hotel-Restaurant Welho Cosy hotel with all-inclusive services: restaurant, pub, catering service and night club. Kauppaneuvoksenkatu 2, Mänttä (03) Summer hotel Mänttä Hotel and hostel rooms in a peaceful town centre location. Koulukatu 6, Mänttä (03) House of Mr. Clutterbuck The exhibition at the House of Mr Clutterbuck is based on Mauri Kunnas s books The Canine Kalevala, The Tails of King Arthur and the Knights of the Round Table, The Out-Of- This-World Spacebook and The Doghill Kids Go To Town. Visitors can make the stories a reality by dressing up and jumping on the space bus or climbing to a real knight s castle. The colourful auditory space and scale models bring the books characters to life! Apart from playing, guests can draw and colour, read Kunnas s books or watch a DVD in which Mauri Kunnas tells of his life and the making of his books. There s also a gallery shop selling products based on Mauri Kunnas s illustrations, and regional tourist information services. The House of Mr Clutterbuck is open around the year. Visit our website for details! Marttilankatu 10, Vammala matkailuvammala.fi (03) Ruovesi See nature at its most splendid the Helvetinjärvi national park and the Helvetinkolu cleft, the Siikaneva wetlands, the Poet s spring and path, and the scenic waterways of Murole and Visuvesi. Ruovesi is renowned for its natural beauty and cultural heritage. J.L. Runeberg, Akseli Gallen-Kallela and many other artists have left a permanent trace in the municipality, the Kalela wilderness atelier being a fine example. Today, Ruovesi is also an active municipal centre offering a wide range of accommodation alternatives and various cultural and commercial services. Ruovesi cultural events for summer 2008 Midsummer at Ruovesi harbour th anniversary cruises by the steamship Tarjanne along the Poet s way. Music! Ruovesi Chamber music festival in the Pekkala manor and Murole and Ruovesi churches. 20th anniversary summer of the Theatre Association. Sleeping Beauty at the Pyynikkilä summer theatre, directed by Pirkkoliisa Tikka. First performance 6.7., other 14 performances in July on Tue, Wed, Thu and Sun. Ticket reservations from Ruovesi Tourist Information A moment at the Poet s spring 5.7. Witch trials Witch market, events, performers, concerts. Noitarock rock concert at the Ruovesi harbour :30-01:00 Art exhibition featuring images and stories from the Poet s way at Ruovesi Viljamakasiini , after which the exhibition moves to Virrat. Modern art by a number of artists at the Art Nuuttila art centre: signposted 4 km north of Visuvesi. Summer event at the Peltomaa barn Local history museum open Night of the Witches

27 Tampere Region Tampere Region Pälkäne ja Kuhmalahti The Sappee area The Sappee resort offers action and events for all tastes, all year round. During the winter season the slopes provide great opportunities for skiers. Other services include snow mobile safaris arranged for a whole group. When the snow has gone, try rambling in the surrounding nature or a round of frisbee golf on the Sappee forest track Laipanmaa Laipanmaa in the south-east Tampere Region is the largest single forest area in southern Finland. Parts of the 15,000 hectare forest give a real impression of wilderness. There are 20 kilometres of marked paths with places for campfires and lean-to shelters. Municipality of Pälkäne, Petri Ketola The Väkevä maa sculpture area and Kuhmalahti taidepappila Environmental art and sculptures are to be admired in the Väkevä Maa sculpture area in the south-eastern Tampere Region. The works are permanent, and you can even bump into a camel in the middle of the Finnish countryside. The Väkevä Maa sculpture area is part of the European Terra Artis Sculpture Parks entity being formed in a number of countries. toiminnanjohtaja Anitta Toivio Taidetta on tarjolla myös Kuhmalahden Taidepappilassa, joka toimii keraamikko Teemu Luodon ateljeekotina. Kesäisin Taidepappilassa on näyttelyitä ja kursseja, ja kesäkauden päättää mystinen Taidepappilan yö elokuussa. (03) Church ruin The Pälkäne church ruin on trunk road 12, also known as the Church of St. Michael, originates from the 15th century. This unique work of art can also be admired from an observation tower on a nearby ridge. Valkeakoski Valkeakoski strawberry fields forever! The Mallasvesi and Vanajavesi lakes meet in Valkeakoski, at the heart of the old Tavastia province. The town s park-like centre is characterized by channels and beautiful suspension bridges. Valkeakoski is a combination of a modern, well-managed industrial town and the age-old, culturally and historically significant rural centre of Sääksmäki.. Strawberries for all tastes! Finland s largest ancient hill fort is in Rapola, Sääksmäki. The Sääksmäki stone church was built on a place holy to pagans at the turn of the 16th century. The Voipaala Art Centre in the medieval Voipaala manor offers art enjoyment around the year. Sääksmäki s scenery has always attracted artists. In the early 1900s, Sculptor Emil Wikström built his artist home and atelier in Visavuori, and later it was adjoined by the Kari Pavilion which presents the works of his grandson, cartoon artist Kari Suomalainen. In the town itself it is possible to travel back in time at the Valkeakoski City Museum situated in some of Valkeakoski s oldest factory buildings and at the Finnish Football Museum. The Kauppilanmäki Open-Air Museum portrays the living conditions of paper factory workers in the 19th century. Have a summery picnic day out with children in the Adventure Park: swim or climb and play in the playground. The smallest can learn the rules of the road in the children s traffic park. Matches played by one of Finland s leading football clubs, FC Haka, can be seen at the grand Tehtaan kenttä stadium. Valkeakoski Tourist Office Kauppatori 9, Valkeakoski matkailutoimistovlk.fi Visavuori Visavuori comprises the national romantic home and atelier of sculptor Emil Wikströmin ( ), and Kari s Pavilion named after Wikström s grandson Kari Suomalainen ( ). Kari s Pavilion hosts changing exhibitions. Visavuori is open around the year.

28 Tampere Region 54 Tampere Region 55 Virrat Take it easy or get active, alone or in pairs, with a group or your family. A wealth of natural beauty and ruggedness including the Toriseva ravine lakes, the nearby Helvetinjärvi and Seitseminen national parks, numerous rapids... The traditional village teems with history. There are galleries, and a water route to Tampere... the terminal harbour of the steamship Tarjanne. Ride, fish, ramble paddle, a round of golf... Tourist Information (03) or (03) Summer in Orivesi Summer at the Orivesi College of Arts includes courses, concerts and events. The courses bring together singers, musicians, writers and art and language enthusiasts, and those who need these skills in their work. Oriveden College of Arts Koulutie 5, Orivesi Purnu Art Centre on Lake Längelmävesi is open every day, Visitors are also served by a café, swimming beach, lakeshore barbeque, smoke sauna and boat harbour. Purnu Mustasaari 63, Orivesi as (03) Rönni Entertainment Centre is a genuine summer dance pavilion and function venue on the shores of Lake Längelmävesi dancing on Saturdays, also on Wednesdays. Featuring Finland s top artists. Also a summer restaurant and terrace. Summer at Rönni is packed with events! Rönnin lava Eräjärventie 946, Eräjärvi (03) Rönni Summer Theatre Kätkäläinen. The story of a fight for nature and fox-like persistence written by Simo Hämäläinen. Directed by Perttu Pesä. Rönni Summer Theatre Eräjärventie 946, Eräjärvi , (03)

29 Accommodation Accommodation 56 Sokos Hotellit 57 Hotels In Tampere it s easy to find a roof over your head and a pillow below. Accommodation is available in city-centre congress hotels, cosy family hotels and lakeshore spas as well as handy self-service hotels. Take your pick! Cumulus Choose the most comfortable! The cosy and friendly Cumulus hotels in Tampere look after you in every way: you ll stay in the city centre, enjoy good food, have sweet dreams and wake up bright and fresh. A warm welcome to Tampere from the comfy Cumulus hotels! Cumulus Hämeenpuisto Hämeenpuisto 47 (03) Cumulus Koskikatu Koskikatu 5 (03) Cumulus Pinja Satakunnankatu 10 (03) Sokos Hotel Ilves Sokos Hotel Ilves is a landmark in Tampere s city centre. Located by the Tammerkoski rapids next to the Koskikeskus shopping centre, Ilves is renowned for its high-standard service, diverse restaurants and active night life. There are 336 rooms in Ilves, 9 of which are suites. Sokos Hotel Tammer The magnificent Sokos Hotel Tammer offers guests a unique hotel experience in Finland. One of the country s oldest hotels representing the grandiose architecture of the 1920s, the Tammer of today offers modern services. There are 87 rooms in Tammer, 6 of which are suites. Sokos Hotel Villa Sokos Hotel Villa s castle-like two-tower building is a former grain storehouse. Villa is located next to the railway station in the immediate vicinity of the University of Tampere, Tampere Hall, the Tullikamari music venue and Tullintori shopping centre. There are 96 rooms in Villa, 5 of which are suites. Sokos Hotels sales service Mon-Fri Holiday Club Tampereen Kylpylä A high-standard spa hotel for pampering and wellness by Lake Näsijärvi, within walking distance of the city centre. The temperature at the spa is always 31 oc. The Kapri My Spa has massage, whole body and cosmetology treatments available every day. The spa also has a meetings centre. The spa hotel has 92 rooms, 22 of which are suites. Holiday Club sales service Mon-Fri Scandic-hotellit Scandic Rosendahl Welcome to Scandic Rosendahl! You ll first be astonished by the surrounding scenery and then delighted by the spacious rooms. Scandic Rosendahl is a great choice for those keen on outdoor activities and the tranquillity of nature. Tampere s city centre and attractions are just a few kilometres away. The hotel has 200 parking spaces outdoors and 50 in a garage. There s an adult s swimming pool and a smaller one for children in the sauna department. The Käpy restaurant is distinguished for its delectable food. Near the reception, the Scandic Shop sells food, drinks and things to read as well as souvenirs around the clock. Scandic Tampere City Welcome to Scandic Tampere City! Scandic Tampere City is in the middle of it all, on the main street right next to the shopping opportunities and sights. Comfortable rooms invite even longer stays. The use of the Living Well gym and the sauna department are free of charge for hotel guests. The Piazza FoodFactory restaurant serves delicacies from the New World. Pop in for a glass at Bar Piazza! The Scandic Shop near the reception sells food, drinks and things to read as well as souvenirs around the clock.

30 Accommodation Accommodation Just 15 minutes from Tampere in the centre of Kangasala Spa hotel Rantasipi Eden Hotel Urku Hotel Urku glows with the cosiness of a small hotel. The refurbished hotel has 32 individual rooms and six facilities for meetings and functions. Restaurant Café Urku and summer terrace. Särkänniemi packages, family rooms. Walking pole and bicycle rental. Service in Finnish, Swedish, English and German. Restaurant Paakari Good food and luxurious wine. Also a bakery and café-confectionery Ruutanantie 3, Kangasala Ravintola (03) Kahvila-konditoria (03) Enjoy life at Eden! Spa Hotel Rantasipi Eden in Nokia is a water paradise for the whole family. On the shores of Lake Pyhäjärvi near Tampere, a warm summer welcomes guests all year round. In addition to fun and relaxation at the spa, Eden offers entertainment, good food and plenty to do for all whether on a short stopover between one job and the next or on holiday. It s always the right time for a small break to get away from it all or to add some zest to routine work with convenience and pleasure. Eden warmly yours! Paratiisikatu 2, Nokia (03) eden.rantasipirestel.fi GoTampere sales and reservations Verkatehtaankatu 2 (03) Hotel price categories Category A euros Category B euros Category C euros Category D euros Sokos Hotel Ilves Hatanpään valtatie 1 ilves.tamperesokoshotels.fi Two disabled single rooms Sokos Hotel Tammer Satakunnankatu 13 tammer.tamperesokoshotels.fi Hotelli Victoria (FH) Itsenäisyydenkatu 1 saleshotellivictoria.fi (03) Sokos Hotel Villa Sumeliuksenkatu 14 villa.tamperesokoshotels.fi Category C Kiviranta Price category: euros/double room/ night weekdays Weekend and summer prices are often lower. In categories A to C the price usually includes breakfast. Category B Cumulus Pinja Cumulus Hämeenpuisto Hämeenpuisto 47 hameenpuisto.cumulusrestel.fi (03) Hostel Sofia Hotelli Urku Ravintola Paakari A new, inexpensive and cosy place to stay for the night in the middle of Tampere. 24 rooms, 61 beds. Breakfast on ordering. Wireless internet. Free parking. Sofiansali function and meeting facility Kiviranta Hostel Sofia On the villa shore of Lake Pyhäjärvi, 10 km from Tampere. 20 rooms, 40 beds. Meeting and function facilities; the Ritvala hall and Villa Kaarina. Two saunas. Own gourmet kitchen. Wireless internet. Rantasipi Eden Category A Cumulus Koskikatu Koskikatu 5 koskikatu.cumulusrestel.fi (03) Two disabled double rooms Spa hotel Rantasipi Eden Satakunnankatu 10 pinja.cumulusrestel.fi (03) Holiday Club Tampereen Kylpylä Lapinniemenranta 12 myynti.tampereholidayclubhotels.fi (03) One double disabled room Hotel Kanava Hopeakanavankatu 1, Lempäälä hotellikanavayritys.soon.fi (03) Hotel Kauppi Kalevan puistotie 2 kauppiavainhotellit.fi (03) Tuomiokirkonkatu 12 (03) Kivirannantie 24, Pirkkala (03) Paratiisikatu 2 (Nokia) eden.rantasipirestel.fi (03) Scandic Tampere City Rautatienkatu 16 tamperecityscandic-hotels.com (03) Holiday Inn Tampere Yliopistonkatu 44 tampere.holidayinnrestel.fi (03) Two disabled double rooms Hotel Lamminpää Vuorentaustantie 5 (03) Hotel Urku Kangasalantie 1108, Kangasala infohotelli-urku.fi (03)

31 Accommodation Accommodation Hotelli Haapalinna Rahtimiehenkatu 3 hotelhaapalinnahotellihaapalinna.com (03) Hotelli Hermica Insinöörinkatu 78 (Hervanta) saleshermica.fi (03) Huoneistohotelli Homeland Oy Kullervonkatu 19 A homelandhomeland.fi (03) Mango Hotel Hatanpään puistokuja 36 infomangohotel.fi (03) Scandic Rosendahl Pyynikintie 13 rosendahlscandic-hotels.com (03) Two disabled double rooms Category D Hotelli Ville Hatanpään valtatie 40 infohotelliville.fi (arkisin klo 8-16) Omenahotelli Hämeenkatu 28 infoomena.com (weekdays 10-15) Elsewhere in the Tampere region Hotelli Alexander Kauppakatu 23, Mänttä (03) Ikaalinen Spa We make new people. switchboard (03) 4511 myyntiikaalistenkylpyla.fi Hotel Restaurant Ikahovi Keturinkatu 1, Ikaalinen ikahoviikahovi.fi (03) Hotel Restaurant Welho Kauppaneuvoksenkatu 2, Mänttä (03) Ikaalinen Spa Hämyläntie 2, Ikaalinen myyntiikaalistenkylpyla.fi switchboard (03) 4511 Summer hotels Hotel Ahlman Hallilantie 24 ahlmanahlman.fi (03) Summer Hotel Härmälä (SRM, LL) Leirintäkatu 8 myyntifontana.fi (03) , winter season (09) Elsewhere in the Tampere region Summer Hotel Domus Sipiläntie 3, Virrat (03) Summer Hotel Suvinuotti Puistokatu 4, Ikaalinen kylpylakaupunkiikaalinen.fi (03) Other accommodation In addition to hotels you can find accommodation in budgetpriced bed & breakfast facilities, hostels and summer hotels. Lakeshore camping sites offer a peaceful pitch for your tent or caravan, cheap camping cabins and higher standard holiday cabins. A little further from the city you ll find cottages built for year-round use complete with saunas, boats and shorelines. Härmälä Camping Site The camping site is located on Lake Pyhäjärvi, 4 km from Tampere s city centre. Cottages, caravan and tent pitches, a café-pizzeria, kiosk and two saunas. Accommodation also in the summer hotel next to the camping site. Book bargain Särkänniemi Adventure Park packages through us! Tampere Camping Härmälä Summer Hotel Härmälä Leirintäkatu 8 (03) harmalafontana.fi winter season (09) myyntifontana.fi Lakari Camping Site Located amid beautiful ridge scenery on an isthmus between two lakes. Cottage accommodation from camping cabins to holiday cottages with their own shoreline. Plenty of caravan and tent pitches (18 hectares), some with own shoreline. Observation café, lakeshore sauna, swimming beach, nature trail to the Toriseva ravine lakes. Enjoy the peace of nature! Virtain Matkailu Oy Hostels Hostel Sofia Lakarintie 405, Virrat (03) lakarivirtainmatkailu.fi Tuomiokirkonkatu 12 A hostelsofiahostelsofia.fi (03) Camping sites Taulaniemi Camping Taulaniementie taulaniemiyritys.soon.fi (03) ,

32 Accommodation 62 Accommodation 63 Holiday Centre Haapasaari High-standard holiday cottages for 2-8 persons around the year Caravan and camping site Licensed restaurant, summer dance pavilion, WLAN cafe Smoke sauna with meeting facilities Good fishing waters Two national parks nearby Equipment rental Packages for groups Good swimming beach, minigolf Haapasaarentie 5, Ruovesi lomakylahaapasaari.fi Tampere Camping Härmälä Leirintäkatu 8 (03) , winter season (09) myyntifontana.fi Nokia Camping Viinikanniemi Viinikanniemenkatu, Nokia infoviinikanniemi.com (03) Kinnari Cottages Särkisaarentie 111, Narva, Vesilahti Lahtinen Cottages Lempiäniementie 350, Ylöjärvi Laurila Cottages Vesilahdentie 83, Lempäälä Lomakylä Rustholli Niemi-Kapee Farm Kapeenniementie 22, (Terälahti) (03) , Näsärö Cottages Hiivalahdentie 79, Lempäälä (03) Priikooli Cottages Priikoolinnokka 60, Lempäälä soonyritys.net/greencon Sotavalta Cottages Elsewhere in the Tampere region Rusthollinrinne , Hirsimökkejä Sotavallantie 297, Lempäälä Manso Camping Kolmostie 1891, Ikaalinen infora-palvelut.fi (03) Toivolansaari Camping Toivolansaarentie, Ikaalinen kylpylakaupunkiikaalinen.fi (03) Cottage and farmhouse accommodation Jarva Cottages Loma-Sorri Sorrintie 28, Terälahti (03) , Farm Ala-Orvola Korpiniementie 138, Vesilahti Haapamäki Farm Purrantie 145, Vaskivesi (03) Mikkola Cottages Vanha rantatie 25, Lempäälä Talola Farm Sarkolantie 591, Nokia Taulaniemi Cottages and Camping Taulaniementie 357, (Teisko) (03) Tiura Cottages Tiurantie 51, Lempäälä Ulanen Farm Hahkalantie 53, Lempäälä (03) , Jokioistentie 108, Vesilahti

33 Accommodation 64 Accommodation 65 Ikaalinen Spa and Cottage Holidays Close to a hundred high-standard holiday cottages just km from Tampere. The cottages are located near nature, ski and trekking trails, spa services and shopping opportunities. Extensive programme and catering services can be packaged with the accommodation at Ikaalinen Spa or our cottages. - Fishing trips and water sports - Horse trekking and carting - Canoe trips with an Indian canoe - Snow mobile and ATV safaris (03) kylpylakaupunkiikaalinen.fi Uotila Cottages Tossantie 33, Kangasala (03) , Cottage reservations are made directly with the owner. Other accommodation Hotel Iltatähti Kyläojankatu 16 hoteliltatahti.fi (03) Kivirannan kokous-ja juhlakeskus Kivirannantie 24, Pirkkala kivirantakiviranta.eu (03) Urhattu Course Centre Urhatuntie 80, Nokia (03) Kärppälän Rustholli Kärppäläntie 50, Lempäälä (03) , Lempäälä Health Spa Uotintie 10, Lempäälä (03) Rauhala Rannilankatu 4 (03) , Toninveräjä Holiday Home Paavolantie 161, (Teisko) (03) , Elsewhere in the Tampere region Hotel Lomasaari Palolammintie 361, Virrat (03) Motel Kitusen Kievari Valtatie 23:n ja Kantatie 66:n risteyksessä, Virrat (03) Rajaniemen Holiday Centre Rajaniementie 35, Virrat (03)

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35 Good to know Good to know Venues for conferences and functions Welcome to Tampere! Dialling codes When calling from abroad, the dialling code for Finland is +358 and for Tampere Emergency services 112 (ambulance, police, fire service) Traffic Car rental GoTampere sales and reservations Verkatehtaankatu 2 (03) Parking Tampere Parking Houses Ltd Trouble-free parking in seven parking facilities in the city centre open 24 h. Payment with cash or most common credit cards at an automated pay machine when leaving. (03) Flights Tampere-Pirkkala Airport airport_tampere-pirkkala Blue1 Terminal 1 reservations (1,75 e/min+local network charge) office (03) Finnair Terminal 1 reservations (3,04 e/answered call+local network charge) office (03) Golden Air Finncomm Airlines Terminal 1 (09) , ma-pe klo 9-17 (internet sales) office (03) Ryanair Terminal (1,95 e/min+local network charge) Paunu bus no. 61 runs between Terminal 1 and the city centre. Timetables: (0,56 e/min+local network charge) A Tokee bus runs between Terminal 2 and the railway station. Timetables: Taxi ryanair_linjaautojenaikataulut Taxi ranks at the railway and bus stations, Keskustori Central Square, Pyyinkintori Square and Hotel Ilves, among others (incl. Airport taxis) (from a mobile phone or elsewhere in Finland) Handicab (from a mobile phone) Buses City buses TKL 24-hour automated timetable and route information in Finnish: (0.44 e/min + local network charge) Information office: Frenckellinaukio 2 B Mon-Fri 8:30-17:30, Sat Long distance bus station Hatanpään valtatie Local timetables and ticket sales: (1,64 e/call+local network charge) Mon-Fri 8-18, Sat 9-17, Sun National timetables (1,64 e/call+local network charge) Mon-Sat 7-21, Sun 8-21 Railway station Rautatienkatu 25 Enquiries and reservations VR telephone services Call price 1 euro + local network charge Mon-Sun Ideas and package solutions from Kokousnet KokousNet, is your direct channel to select programme services and meeting and function venues in the Tampere Central Region. Start your preparations at KokousNet, when arranging a meeting, congress, staff incentive day, social programme for company guests, customer events, an annual celebration for your company or any other event. MeetingNet for international congress organizers The English-language MeetingNet, offers package solutions for social programmes during congresses and other international events.

36 Good to know 70 Good to know 71 Companies offering conference services in Tampere: Congreszon (03) Suvisoft (03) Tampere Conference Service (03) Tavi (03) Internet cafés Vuoltsu Vuolteenkatu 13 Mon-Fri (03) Get to know Tampere easily and affordably! Tampere s sights are within easy reach of the independent visitor: the bus gives a taste of the real Tampere, the public transport network is comprehensive and the prices affordable. Whether you stay in Tampere for one day or longer, there s just the right ticket for you. Find out more about the bus routes and ticket alternatives at the Public Transport Service Point at Frenckellinaukio 2 B, or on the internet at Hop aboard! You can get started by buying a single ticket from the driver. Internet Madi Tuomiokirkonkatu 36 Mon-Fri 10-22, Sat-Sun Internet access is also available in locations such as the Tampere City Tourist Office, libraries, the newspaper reading hall and Museum Centre Vapriikki. Newspaper reading hall Domestic and international newspapers. Puutarhakatu 1 Mon-Fri 9-20, Sat 10-16, Sun Lost property offices Tampere District Police Station Sorinkatu 12 Mon-Wed, Fri , Thu Tampere City Transport Jokipohjantie 24 Mon-Fri Currency exchange Forex Hämeenkatu 14 B Mon-Fri 9-17 Currency exchange also at banks and the Sokos and Stockmann department stores.

37 TOURIST INFORMATION IN THE TAMPERE REGION HÄMEENKYRÖ Hämeenkyrön Matkailupalvelut Härkikuja 7 (03) , travel.infohameenkyro.fi IKAALINEN Ikaalisten Kylpyläkaupunki Valtakatu 7 (03) kylpylakaupunkiikaalinen.fi SOUTH-EASTERN TAMPERE REGION Kuhmalahti, Rautajärventie 36, (03) , Pälkäne, Keskustie 1, (03) , Luopioinen (03) , KANGASALA Mobilia Automobile and Road Museum Kustaa Kolmannentie 75 (03) Hotel Urku Kangasalantie 1108 (03) KIHNIÖ Kihniö municipality Kihniöntie 46 (03) LEMPÄÄLÄ Regional tourist information at Ideapark Ideaparkinkatu matkailulempaala.fi Municipal service point Tampereentie 8 (03) palvelupistelempaala.fi Kuokkala museum route (03) MÄNTTÄ-VILPPULA Mäntän Matkailu/ Info R. Erik Serlachiuksen katu 2 (03) NOKIA City of Nokia Harjukatu 23 (03) , (03) matkailuinfonokiankaupunki.fi ORIVESI City of Orivesi Keskustie 23 (03) , (03) Auvisen puoti -shop Keskustie 37 (03) PARKANO Matkailupalvelu Eräpäivä Oy Parkanontie 62 (03) , erapaivaerapaiva.com RUOVESI Ruovesi municipality (03) Ruoveden Matkailu (03) TAMPERE GoTampere Oy Rautatieasema (03) gotamperegotampere.fi Sales and reservations (03) gotamperetravelplan.fi URJALA Urjalan kunta matkailuneuvonta (03) VALKEAKOSKI Valkeakoski Tourist Office, Kauppatori matkailutoimistovlk.fi VAMMALA REGION Tourist information Marttilankatu 10 (The house of Mr Clutterbuck) (03) matkailuvammala.fi VESILAHTI Vesilahti municipality Tourist information Lindinkuja VIRRAT Virrat Info Virtaintie 26 (03) matkailuvirrat.fi Publisher GoTampere Oy Editorial staff Johanna Sahlgren Reija Arajärvi Kirsti-Liisa Lintula GoTampere Oy Layout Mainostoimisto Arvo Copies in print kpl Languages English, Estonian, Finnish, French, German, Italy, Japanese, Russian, Swedish, Spanish Printed by Uusi Kivipaino Oy Photographs Irina Nurmi Jari Mäkinen Martti Tammisto Sami Helenius Mikko Närhi Kari Nieminen GoTampere Oy photo archive futureimagebank.com Some of the material in this brochure has been subsidized. GoTampere Oy appreciates the cooperation received. Information correct as of August-September GoTampere Oy cannot be held responsible for possible changes.