Welcome to the Southeast! TOURIST GUIDE 2016

TOURIST GUIDE 2016 Welcome to the Southeast!

Southeast135 is all this! Pyhtää offers a vast range of activities. The fascinating Kaunissaari Island, the hikers and skiers favourite Valkmusa National Park and the Sirius Sport Resort are sure to raise your pulse rate. ARCHIPELAGO P. 32 GROUPS P. 46 TABLE OF CONTENTS Kotka is the most beautiful of seaside cities. Established where the River Kymijoki meets the sea, this city has long traditions in seafaring. Kotka city centre is situated on an island. The City Port, dripping with the atmosphere of the past, is located on the northern shore of Kotka. Hamina is Finland's oldest garrison town. Due to its location, it has also been of great military importance. The city s 360-year history can be appreciated by exploring the city centre s circular town plan and fortifications. Virolahti has the most authentic natural setting in the Southeastern corner of Finland. The region is animated by its busy border crossing point and the associated services. Virolahti is an ideal spot for bird watching, due to the avian mass migration routes directly above it. Miehikkälä offers a beautiful rural landscape and Finnish military history in a single package. The municipality is crossed by the Salpa Line a defensive line from the Second World War. Finnish military history can be explored along the Salpapolku hiking trail, which winds its way along the Salpa Line. THE HOME OF GOOD WINDS www.southeast135.fi RESTAURANTS P. 24 6 Sights and surroundings 12 Events and culture 20 Accommodation 24 Restaurants and cafés 30 Parks 32 Sea and archipelago PARKS P. 30 ACTIVITIES P. 38 36 The River Kymijoki 38 Nature and activities 44 Shopping 46 Groups 50 For families with children ACCOMMODATION P. 20 SIGHTS P. 6 TATTOO P. 12 Publisher: Production: Printing press: Translation: Image of cover: Southeast135 tourism/2016 Nitro ID PunaMusta Oy Semantix Finland Oy Tuuli Koivisto The data was compiled in December 2015. Subject to changes. Images: Image banks of towns and cities, municipalities and various actors, Jukka Koskinen, Juha Kärkkäinen, Timo Vesterinen, Mikko Nikkinen, Maria Huttunen, Hanna Rautiala, Kaisa Rannanjärvi, Anne Vilkki-Lanu, Kai Kilappa, Vesa Hovi, Jari Varpenius, Juha Metso, Jaakko Leisti, Mari Hirsikallio, Elijah Voskresenskiy, Minessa Jumppanen, Riimuraami/Nina Halmetoja, FIR-project Cursor Oy/Sininen Akka Oy; Mika Honkalinna; Eila Manninen

NAVIGATE IN THE SOUTHEAST! Download the free Southeast mobile guide from the Google Play Store, Windows Store or Apple App Store, using the searchword kaakko135 and select the route of your choice from the wide selection. Route information is also available on the internet. ONLY ONE HOUR FROM HELSINKI TO THE EAST PYHTÄÄ Founded in: 1347 Population: 5,384 Surface area: 781 km² KOTKA Founded in: 1879 Population: 55,771 Surface area: 941 km² HAMINA Founded in: 1653 Population: 21,203 Surface area: 1,155 km² VIROLAHTI Founded in: 1336 Population: 3,382 Surface area: 440 km² MIEHIKKÄLÄ Founded in: 1887 Population: 2,145 Surface area: 559 km² See the following address for further information on mobile routes and more precise downloading instructions www.southeast135.fi/mobile 15 min 25 min 25 min 10 min

6 7 Maretarium, Kotka Sapokankatu 2, Kotka +358 40 311 0330 info@maretarium.fi see opening hours: www.maretarium.fi 13.50/11/7.50 32 for 2 adults + 1 child 7 for each child thereafter At Maretarium, Finnish fish species are displayed in a unique, life-like aquarium setting. Almost 60 species of fish and small aquatic animals can be viewed. In addition to familiarising yourself with pike, tench and gudgeon, you can explore a nature photography exhibition, watch nature films, engage in activities in the nature school, enjoy lunch in the café and buy souvenirs from the Meripuoti Shop. In the summer, a diver feeds the fish in the Baltic Sea tank daily at 3 pm. The aquarium provides learning experiences and entertainment for the whole family. Maritime Centre Vellamo, Kotka You should have seen this! Tornatorintie 99, Kotka +358 40 350 0497 info@merikeskusvellamo.fi www.merikeskusvellamo.fi Tue, Thu-Sun 10 am 5 pm, Wed 10 am 8 pm, Mon closed 10/6 free entry for under-18s free entry Wed 5 pm 8 pm Museum Ice Breaker Tarmo closed in summer 2016 Maritime Centre Vellamo is bursting with maritime and local stories, experiences and events. With one and the same ticket, you can tour the exhibitions of the Maritime Museum of Finland and the Museum of Kymenlaakso. You can experience history in many ways: listen, watch, sniff, feel, play and game. Things to see and do for all ages, all day long. The Museum Shop Plootu, Restaurant Laakonki and the summertime outdoor exhibition complete the scene. Welcome to the home port of stories! www.southeast135.fi/sights Sights and surroundings Temporary exhibitions in the Maritime Centre Vellamo and Maretarium MARITIME CENTRE VELLAMO 27.3. 1715. Battle for the Baltic Sea. Power struggles and court splendour. Sailors in the maelstrom of war. 4.12.2015 The Great Coastal Road. From Coastal Road to motorway. In addition, a colourful play area for children and small exhibitions on local themes 4.12.2015 Mosaic glimpses of the history of Kotka and Kymenlaakso. 19.4. 4.9. Majestic Monotony. Sebastien Leclercq & Tasha Doremus, photographs of contemporary maritime transport in Finland 4.5. 3.7. Das Meer - The Sea. Graphics, photographs and mixed technique work from Greifswald, the twin city of Kotka 13.5. 11.9. Faith, Hope and Love Sailor Tattoos. The Swedish Maritime Museum's exhibition on the history and present day of seamen's tattooing 8.7. 31.7. Point of View. Jubilee exhibition of Visual Arts Education of the Repin Institute. 8.8. 30.11. Traces. Paintings and video paintings by Mikko Sakala 14.10.2016 12.3.2017 Viapori dockyard a bridge to the future. Jacopo Brancati, photographs 15.12.2016 26.3.2017 Handwriting. An exhibition of handwriting by the Artist Collective Antares MARETARIUM 6.3. The Enchantment of Water. Textile collages by Tuula Forstén 8.3. 31.3. Nature Photographs of the Year 2015. 2.4. 29.4. Record Catches in Finland. 30.4. 31.5. Beavers. Photographs by Hannu Nevalainen 1.6. 31.7. We Too Know How It's Done the Best from the Aquarists. Nature photography by Petri Päivärinta and Juhani Soinila 2.8. 2.10. On Bird Islands. Photographs of the eastern Gulf of Finland by Kari Auvinen, Jukka Haltimo, Jonas Häggblom, Arno Rautavaara and Magnus Östman 5.10. 6.12. Antarctica. Photographs by Arno Rautavaara

8 9 Salpa Line Museum, Miehikkälä Salpa Line Museum's Lecture Series on Military History in October 2016. Säästöpirtintie 70, Miehikkälä +358 44 383 5091 matkailu@miehikkala.fi May Wed Sun 10 am 6 pm, June August Mon Sun 10 am 6 pm Sep Wed Sun 10 am 6 pm, groups by reservation throughout the year www.salpakeskus.fi 8 for adults 5 for children (7 16 years old), conscripts, students, senior citizens, the unemployed 16 family ticket (2 adults and children under 17 years of age) The main exhibition includes an indoor exhibition with multimedia and an outdoor exhibition covering several hectares. You can explore the fortification equipment at the museum site along guided routes threading through rugged, rocky forest terrain. The price of admission includes a guided tour of the outdoor exhibition area during museum opening times. A café and museum shop offer their services in the museum's service facilities. A restaurant service is available for group reservations. The museum also offers a range of options for recreation days, excursions, meetings and celebrations. The Salpa Line was built after the Winter War to defend Finland's eastern border in 1940 41 and 1944. The 1,200 km long Salpa Line is one of Europe s strongest and best preserved defence lines of the Second World War. Bunker Museum, Virolahti Keisarinmajantie 118, Kotka +358 50 304 2604 info@langinkoskimuseo.com www.langinkoskimuseo.com May Sep daily 10 am 4 pm Jun, Jul and Aug daily 10 am 6 pm Closed on Midsummer Eve and in winter Langinkoski Imperial Fishing Lodge Museum, Kotka Group reservations: Kymenmatkat Oy +358 5 211 1600 kotka@kymenmatkat.fi 6 for adults 5 per person (for groups of at least 10 people) 3 for children (6 14 years old) How, exactly, did the Emperor spend his holidays? On the shores of the River Kymijoki and at the Langinkoski rapids in Kotka, fishing peacefully and enjoying the wonderful natural landscape! Come and enjoy this royal atmosphere! The museum presents the holiday retreat of Emperor Alexander III and his family, and their lives at the Langinkoski Imperial Fishing Lodge in The Grand Duchy of Finland in the early 1890s. Experiences for all the senses! Vaalimaantie 1318, Virolahti +358 40 710 7340 matkailu@virolahti.fi June-August 10 am 6 pm, and at other times upon request www.salpakeskus.fi 6 for adults, 3 for children (7 16 years old), conscripts, students, senior citizens, the unemployed 12 family ticket (2 adults and children under 16 years of age) Find out about the builders and various stages of construction of the Salpa Line, which begins in Virolahti. Experiences for all the senses: include a walk through the dim trenches and a look inside the dugouts with their tarred timber. At the museum, you can also arrange meetings and employee wellbeing days for your group. The museum café, Cafe Bunkkeri, is located in the building. Hamina Town Museum, Hamina Shopkeeper's Museum, Hamina Kasarminkatu 6, Hamina +358 40 199 1201 museot@hamina.fi June August Tue Sun 10 am 4 pm otherwise during exhibition seasons, by group reservation 2/1/0, 5 combined three-museum ticket Completed in 1841, the wooden building housing the Shopkeeper's Museum is of high value in terms of its cultural history. The museum presents Finnish-Russian retailing traditions from the early 1900s. Part of the outbuilding is open to the public. 16.3. 27.3. Easter exhibition, 1.6. 31.8 Summer exhibition, 30.11. 31.12. Christmas Exhibition. Don't miss these! Kadettikoulunkatu 2 B, Hamina +358 40 199 1201 museot@hamina.fi Sep-May Wed-Sun 12 noon 4 pm, Mon-Tue closed Jun Aug Tue Sun 10 am 4 pm, Mon closed 2/1/0, 5 combined three-museum ticket In the summer of 1783, Russian Empress Catherine the Great and Carl III, King of Sweden, held negotiations in 'Catherine's Palace' built around 1760. The museum moved into the building in 1957. It includes an exhibition on the history of Hamina and various temporary exhibitions: 25.9.2015 22.5.2016 Who was who in 1800s Hamina? The stories behind the costumes of Haminan Hywät Asukkaat and, 1.6.2016 29.1.2017, Pearls of the manor the women involved in manor life in the Hamina region. HAUKKAVUORI LOOKOUT TOWER Keskuskatu 51, Kotka Women belonging to the Lotta Svärd organisation watched the skies during the Second World War. The 72-metre tall tower now offers visitors amazing views over Kotka and the eastern archipelago of the Gulf of Finland. AVIATION MUSEUM Lentokentäntie 234, Kotka The only aviation museum in Kymenlaakso was created when members of the Karhula Flying Club had the idea of preserving old gliders. The special mission of the museum is to preserve the heritage of Fighter Squadron 34, which operated from Kymi during the war. THE PACKAGE MUSEUM Harjuntie 111, Pyhtää Located in an old red wooden cottage next to the former Stockfors groundwood mill, the Package Museum presents an interesting collection of packaging and paper products from the 1900s. Open by agreement. THE STRUKA LOCK Suluntie, Pyhtää Finland's only operational hand-operated lock, which provides direct access to the sea. The dam and lock were built in the early 1900s, at an old salmon fishing spot once used by monks, to serve traffic running to and from the Stockfors factory.

www.southeast135.fi/churches 10 11 Church of St. Nicholas Church of Kymi Church of Kotka Isopuisto Park, Kotka Finland's second-largest Orthodox church. Suntionkatu 18, Kotka A neoclassical empire-style building from 1850. Kirkkokatu 26, Kotka Designed by Josef Stenbäck, this neo-gothic church was completed in 1898. Load mobile routes of Southeast135 www.southeast135.fi/ mobile Walk in the old fortress town Hamina A charming, historical circular layout invites you on an adventure! St John's Church Raatihuoneentori 10, Hamina A neo-classical beauty from the 1800s. Orthodox Church of St Peter and St Paul Raatihuoneentori 2, Hamina An Orthodox church from the 1830s with magnificent icons. St Mary s Church Pikkuympyräkatu 36, Hamina A medieval stone church, the region's oldest building! Hamina's city centre, based on a unique circular town plan, is one of the region's most fascinating sights. Visitors can enjoy a broader view of the City of Hamina and its history from the ramparts of the fortifications surrounding the city centre. The outward pointing corners of this star-shaped fortress's outer walls form six bastions named after the six Finnish citadels of the time: Helsinki, Hamina, Savonlinna, Lappeenranta, Hämeenlinna and Turku. The largest of Hamina's bastions is the central bastion built in 1803 1811. Its 58 casemates (reinforced vaults) were originally designed as bomb-proof storage areas. Hamina's unusual circular town plan was created by Axel von Löwen in 1722 1723. Built in 1789, the Town Hall is the centre point of the circle. Don't miss these! Church of Virolahti celebrates 250-year anniversary in 2016 Programme: www.haminanseurakunta.fi SAVUKOSKI BRIDGE, AHVENKOSKI When completed in 1928, the bridge at the point where the River Ahvenkoski joins the River Kymijoki was the world's only ferroconcrete, single-joint, rigid-frame humpback bridge. This renovated bridge and its surroundings form the old frontier between Sweden and Russia. STOCKFORS GROUNDWOOD MILL AREA, PYHTÄÄ The construction of this historical factory precinct began in 1902. An area of cultural historical value, Stockfors provides a setting for a variety of enterprises and events. ALVAR AALTO'S SUNILA, KOTKA In the period 1930 1940, Alvar Aalto designed a fascinating architectonic whole, whose centre point is the Sunila pulp mill, which was built in 1936. Church of Miehikkälä Muurikkalantie 6, Miehikkälä A revivalist style church from the end of the 1800s. Church of Saint Henry Harjuntie 11, Pyhtää An atmospheric grey-stone church from the 1460s. Church of Virolahti Kirkontie 500, Virolahti A wooden cruciform church from the 1700s.

12 13 Subject to changes. www.haminatattoo.fi THE SOUTHEAST IS BRIMMING WITH EVENTS, CHOOSE YOUR OWN! www.southeast135.fi/events Southeast Chamber Music, 13. 16.7.2016, Virolahti Southeast Chamber Music is a newcomer to Finland's summer classical music events. The artistic director of Southeast Chamber Music is the principal conductor of the Finnish National Opera, Jukka Merjanen. A wide range of additional anniversary events will be held during the festival week. You are warmly welcome to the heart of the celebrations! www.kaakkofestival.fi Kotka Maritime Festival 28. 31.7.2016 Spend the whole day at the Hamina Tattoo! www.meripaivat.com The highlight of the summer is based on the maritime spirit, music, hot summer days and a laid-back international atmosphere. The Maritime Festival Parade is not to be missed. All family members will find plenty to do and fabulous events, all free of charge! Surrender to the city's maritime beat in July, Kotka bids you welcome! Finland's biggest maritime festival invites you to join the celebration! Children's Maritime Festival 29. 31.7.2016 Events and culture www.lastenmeripaivat.com The Children's Maritime Festival has been held in connection with the main festival since 1983. It includes plenty of things to do which will keep children busy, as well as various musical and theatrical performances. The Children's Maritime Festival programme is completely free of charge and will be held at the Toivo Pekkanen school and in various venues around the city. Hamina Tattoo 1. 6.8.2016 The Tattoo will be packed with unmissable events located within walking distance of each other. Enjoy a spectacular free concert in the Summer Park, the Tattoo parade at Raatihuoneentori and shopping on the Tattoo street! The Tattoo Club will offer a daily programme for both children and adults. Get in the mood with the best in jazz at the Jazz Palace. Fall in love with ye olde courtyards at the fortress, which will open their gates to the public during the festival. Tattoo-week will culminate in impressive march shows at the event arena of the Hamina Bastion. The city also hosts lots of other events, ranging from markets to art exhibitions Spend the whole day at the Hamina Tattoo! www.miehikkala.fi Summer Sounds Folk Music Event, Miehikkälä 2. 3.7.2016 Miehikkälä Kotiseutuviikko (Local Area Week) and Pelimanni suvisoitot (Summer Sounds Folk Music Event) 27.6. 3.7. During the week an amateur event, music course and art camp will be held. On 2 3 July, the week will culminate in the Pelimanni Summer Sounds Folk Music Event.

CHOOSE YOUR OWN! www.southeast135.fi/events www.pyhtaa.fi www.kaakko135.fi www.lohisoitto.fi www.virolahti.fi 14 See the Southeast on a mobile device! www.southeast135.fi/ mobile Archipelago Market 19. 20.8.2016, Pyhtää Pyhtää's maritime market offers a wide selection of fish, to eat or to view in preparation demonstrations. You can buy fish and many other products to take home, including a wide range of local produce. Guided Tours, Kotka and Hamina Kotka: 5.5., 2.6. and 4.8., 12 noon 1 pm Market Day guided tour of Kotkansaari Island; 28.6. 19.7. Tuesdays 6 pm 7 pm guided walking tour; 20.6. 1.8. Mondays 5 pm 6 pm children's guided tour of Katariina Seaside Park in the company of Joe Jordan, leaves from: Katariina Seaside Park parking area; on Wednesdays, in July, sea cruises around Kotkansaari Island from Sapokka, organised by MeriSet. Hamina: 4.5. 31.8. Wednesdays at 6 pm guided walking tour, Hamina Kymijoen Lohisoitto Music Festival 8. 12.6., Kotka and Pyhtää The Kymijoen Lohisoitto Music Festival was heard for the first time in the Kotka Marketplace 20 years ago! Since then, it has toured the local region offering a range of musical experiences and entertainment. The festival has succeeded in bringing together a fantastic milieu, music and audience. Urban and cultural historical city milieus, churches and unique island destinations have served as the festival's concert arenas. Virolahti Anniversary Year 2016 In 2016, the municipality of Virolahti will celebrate its 680-year milestone, the 250th year of Virolahti's main church and the 200th anniversary of Harjun Hovi's main building. For the latest on the anniversary events, see the related web page! FEBRUARY 3.2. AT 7 PM CONCERT OF LIGHT ENTERTAINMENT Kotka Concert Hall, www.kymisinfonietta.fi 4.2. MONTHLY MARKET Kotka Marketplace 4. 7.2. JUNIOR FINNISH BASEBALL TOURNAMENT Ruonala Sports Hall, Kotka 6.2. INT. SITTING VOLLEYBALL TOURNAMENT Karhula Sports Hall, Kotka 6.2. AT 7 PM FOUR ROAD JUNCTION (premiere) Kotka City Theatre, www.kotkanteatteri.fi 6.2. MIXED MARSHALL ARTS CHAMPIONSHIPS Karhuvuori Sports Hall, Kotka 7. 28.2. CHILDREN'S CULTURE WEEKS Kotka, Kouvola, Hamina, Virolahti, Miehikkälä, Pyhtää and Loviisa, www.kotka.fi/lastenkulttuuri 12.2. AT 5 PM IMPRO EVENING, Nelosteatteri, Kotka 13.2. OP WRESTLING Karhula Sports Hall, Kotka 14.2. ANGRY BIRDS GO SNOW Kumparepuisto Park, Kotka 14.2. LAULUSEURA VALENTINE'S DAY CONCERT Kairo, Kotka 14.2. VALENTINE'S DAY CONCERT Dolce Vocal Ensemble, Kotka Concert Hall 19.2. AT 7 PM, SYMPHONY CONCERT Kotka Concert Hall, www.kymisinfonietta.fi 20.2. KOTKA SKIING EVENT Laajakoski, Honkala 21.2. HOPEASOMPA REGIONAL CHAMPIONSHIP SKIING EVENT, Laajakoski, Honkala 24.2. KAMU RESTAURANT! 2 years, Hamina www.ravintolakamu.fi 25.2. JAZZ-KAMU Kamu Restaurant!, Hamina www.ravintolakamu.fi 26.2. AT 7 PM HARMAAT PANTTERIT (GREY PANTHERS) (premiere) Hamina Theatre, www.haminanteatteri.fi 27.2. RECORD FAIR Laulumiestalo, Korkeavuorenkatu 11, Kotka MARCH 2.3. BIRD AND NATURE PHOTO EVENING: Kaarina and Kari Kytö, Mikko Pyhälä, Rajasali, Virolahti 3.3. MONTHLY MARKET Kotka Marketplace 4. 5.3. NELOS FESTIVAL Nelosteatteri Kotka 5.3. MOPED GAMES/MC KUJANSUU HAMINA BASTION 6.3. 58TH OTSONHIIHTO (OTSO SKI EVENT) Kymi Airport, Kotka 8.3. WOMEN'S DAY in Restaurant Vausti at Kotkankatu 7, Kotka 9.3. NATURE PHOTO EVENING Maretarium, Kotka 12. 13.3. ART IN THE BARN Timo Teippi's Barn, Pyhtää 12. 13.3. KYMEN GRAND MARKET RUONALA SPORTS HALL, KOTKA 16.3. AT 7 PM, SYMPHONY CONCERT Kotka Concert Hall, www.kymisinfonietta.fi 20.3. MARKET Karhula Market, Kotka 20.3. AT 4 PM ILOITEN (WITH JOY)! Poems and joyful melodies, Viihdekuoro Hyvän Tuulen Laulajat choir and the Kimara Theatre Company, Kotka Concert Hall 31.3. JAZZ-KAMU Kamu Restaurant!, Hamina, www.ravintolakamu.fi APRIL 6.4. AT 6 PM CONCERT FOR THE WHOLE FAMILY Kotka Concert Hall, www.kymisinfonietta.fi 7.4. MONTHLY MARKET Kotka Marketplace 7.4. AT 7 PM THE THIRD MINÄ TODEN SANOO (I SAY)! Hamina Theatre, www.lippu.fi 13.4. AT 7 PM, SYMPHONY CONCERT Kotka Concert Hall, www.kymisinfonietta.fi 16.4. AT 7 PM PRIDE AND PREJUDICE (Finnish premiere) Kotka City Theatre www.kotkanteatteri.fi 17.4. MARKET Karhula Market, Kotka 23. 24.4. SPRING JUNIOR FOOTBALL TOURNAMENT, Ruonala Hall, Kotka 24.4. SUMMER MARKET, Hamina 27.4. AT 6 PM PERTSA AND KILU (premiere) Kotka City Theatre in collaboration with the Kotka Youth Theatre, www.kotkanteatteri.fi 27.4. CELEBRATION OF NATIONAL VETERANS' DAY, RUK Manège Hall, Hamina 28.4. AT 7 9 PM JAZZ-KAMU Kamu Restaurant!, Hamina, www.ravintolakamu.fi 30.4. AT 7 PM MAY DAY CONCERT Kotka Concert Hall, www.kymisinfonietta.fi MAY 1.5. MAY DAY RECEPTION Salpa Line Museum, Miehikkälä 4.5.-31.8. WEDNESDAYS AT 6 PM GUIDED WALKING TOUR, HAMINA 5.5. MONTHLY MARKET Kotka Marketplace 5.5. 12 NOON 1 PM GUIDED TOUR ON MARKET DAY Kotkansaari Island,Kotka 5.5. HELA 2016 BOATING SUPPLIES MARKET IN Kotka 8.5. MOTHERS' DAY LUNCH Salpa Line Museum, Miehikkälä 10. 11.5. DREAMWALL GOES PERTSA AND KILU Maritime Centre Vellamo, Kotka Subject to changes. 4.1. 19.12. Mondays 7pm East Coast Jazz Club Restaurant Kairo, Satamakatu 7, Kotka

11.5. AT 7 PM SYMPHONY CONCERT Kotka Concert Hall, www.kymisinfonietta.fi 13. 22.5. ARKTIKA DAYS, VIROLAHTI 14.5. HAMINA BASTION GUN SHOW, Hamina 14.5. HAMINA MOSNA BLUES Wanha Työski Hamina 14. 15.5. ALL BREED PUPPY SHOW Kotka Dog Sports Hall, Kiilatie 18.5. AT 7 PM YOUNG SOLOISTS' CONCERT Kotka Concert Hall, www.kymisinfonietta.fi 20.5. KOTKA DAY MARKET Kotka 20. 22.5. KOTKA FISH MARKET Sapokka 21. 22.5. FISH MARATHON Maretarium, Kotka 21.5. COUNTRY MARKET Hamina 21.5. SUMMER MOOD IN HAMINA - Summer event for the people of Hamina, summer residents and guests 22.5. KOTKA TRAIL 2016 Santalahti 25.5. AT 7 PM SYMPHONY CONCERT Kotka Concert Hall, www.kymisinfonietta.fi 26.5. JAZZ-KAMU Kamu Restaurant!, Hamina 28.5. KARHULA SPRING FESTIVAL Karhula Market, Kotka 28.5. STREET FLEA MARKET EVENT Hamina 30.5. SOUTH KYMENLAAKSO SCHOOLCHILDREN'S SHUTTLE RELAY Karhula Sports Field, Kotka 31.5. AT 7 PM KAAKONKULMA CHOIR CONCERT Church of Miehikkälä 31.5. 5.6. CHURCH MUSIC WEEK, MIEHIKKÄLÄ JUNE 31.5. 5.6. CHURCH MUSIC WEEK Miehikkälä 1.6. 31.8. PARK CONCERTS ON WEDNESDAYS AT 7 PM, SAPOKKA WATER GARDEN, KOTKA 2.6. MONTHLY MARKET Kotka Marketplace 2.6. 12 NOON 1 PM GUIDED TOUR ON MARKET DAY, Kotkansaari Island 2.6. AT 7 PM CHURCH CONCERT Church of Miehikkälä 4.6. KEIHÄSSALMI SUMMER MARKET, PYHTÄÄ 4.6. CHILDREN'S SATURDAY Salpa Line Museum Miehikkälä 5.6. AT 10 AM CHURCH MUSIC WEEK CELEBRATORY MASS Church of Miehikkälä 5.6. 2 PM KÖNSIKKÄÄT - male choir church concert, cond. Petri Laaksonen, Church of Miehikkälä 6. 12.6. HAMINA WEEK 6.6. INT. ATHLETICS ALL-STAR GAMES Karhula Sports Field, Kotka 8. 12.6. KYMIJOEN LOHISOITTO MUSIC FESTIVAL, Kotka, Pyhtää, www.lohisoitto.fi 10.6. KYMIJOEN LOHISOITTO MUSIC FESTIVAL Concert in Pyhtää Church, www.lohisoitto.fi 10.6. MENS' FINNISH BASEBALL EAST-WEST Hamina 10. 11.6. HAMINA NIGHTS HAMINA BASTION 11.6. BASTION OPEN FRISBEE GOLF COMPETITION Hamina 16.6. 28.8. STOCKFORS ART FAIR 2016, STOCKFORS PYHTÄÄ 18. 19.6. KOTKAN RUUSU (KOTKA ROSE) Kotka International All Breed Dogshow, Katariina Seaside Park, Kotka 19.6. MARKET Karhula Market, Kotka 20.6. 1.8. CHILDREN'S GUIDED TOURS on Mondays 5 6 pm, Katariina Seaside Park in the company of Joe Jordan. Departs from: parking area of Katariina Seaside Park, Kotka 24.6. MIDSUMMER EVE CRUISE From Lossinranta at Hirvikoski, Pyhtää 27.6. 3.7. LOCAL AREA WEEK Miehikkälä 28.6. 19.7. GUIDED WALKING TOURS ON TUESDAYS 6 7 PM KOTKA Theme-based evening markets in the Hamina Market Square from early May to In summer! the end of August. Lunchtime concerts, Fridays, 5 6 pm Church of Kotka, Kirkkokatu 26, Kotka JULY 1.7. AT 7 PM PASTORI JUSSILAINEN (REV. JUSSILAINEN) (premiere) in the Kyminlinna Summer Theatre Sutelantie 84, Kotka, www.kyminlinnankesateatteri.fi 1. 3.7. SALPA HIKE, Virolahti and Miehikkälä 2.7. KAUNISSAARI DAY, Kaunissaari, Pyhtää 2.7. LITTLE MARKETS OF LITTLE VILLAGES, MIEHIKKÄLÄ 2.7. BARN BLUES, Attic of Timo Teippi's Barn, Pyhtää 2. 3.7. PELIMANNI SUMMER SOUNDS, MIEHIKKÄLÄ 4. 9.7. PETANQUE NATIONAL CHAMPIONSHIPS, Hamina Bastion 7.7. MONTHLY MARKET Kotka Marketplace 7. 10.7. INTERNATIONAL GRAND MARKETS, SAPOKKA, KOTKA, WWW.EUROOPPAMARKKINAT.FI 8.7. ULVOVA MYLLÄRI (THE HOWLING MILLER) (premiere) at 7 pm at the Hamina Summer Theatre. Performances until 14.8. 8. 12.7. VIROLAHTI WEEK 9.7. FISH & SOUL KLAMILA, VIROLAHTI 9.7. AT 11 AM RUOTSINSALMI CRUISE anniversary of naval battle on the m/aux Vivan, departs from in front of the Maritime Centre Vellamo in Kotka City Port, Kotka 9.7. HAPANVELLIMARKKINAT (SOUR GRUEL MARKET) Virolahti 9.7. VASTILA REGATTA Pyhtää 10. 16.7. FIN5 ORIENTEERING WEEK, HAMINA 13. 16.7. SOUTHEAST CHAMBER MUSIC, VIROLAHTI 14.7. 'HEITON HEINÄPÄIVÄ' HAYMAKING EVENT Suur-Miehikkälä Village Museum 15.7. ZZ TOP, HAMINA BASTION Hamina Bastion, see www.haminabastioni.fi 28. 31.7. KOTKA MARITIME FESTIVAL, Kotka www.meripaivat.com 29. 31.7. CHILDREN'S MARITIME FESTIVAL, Kotka www.lastenmeripaivat.com 29. 30.7. VMPK'S 41ST VETERANS' RALLY Virolahti www.vmpk.fi 31.7. SUOMA SEWING CLUB'S NATIONAL COSTUME EXHIBITION Vehkalahti Local History Museum AUGUST 1. 6.8. HAMINA TATTOO, Military Music Festival 4.8. MONTHLY MARKET Kotka Marketplace 4.8. GUIDED TOUR at 12 noon 1 pm Market Day on Kotkansaari Island 6.8. DAY FOR WHOLE FAMILY Salpa Line Museum, Miehikkälä 6.8. OPEN DOORS AT KYMI AIRPORT in Kotka 6.8. THE RIVER KYMIJOKI DAY Kotka, Pyhtää 11. 13.8. TRADITIONAL HARVEST MARKET Hamina 12.8. RAATIHUONE 24 GRAND KART RACE, HAMINA 12. 13.8. AUGUST NIGHTS, Hamina Bastion 12. 13.8. DARK RIVER FESTIVAL Laajakoski Ski Stadium, Kotka 14. 21.8. PYHTÄÄ WEEK Pyhtää 19. 21.8. AUGUST EVENINGS Mansion music in Hamina, www.elokuunillat.com 19. 20.8. PYHTÄÄ ARCHIPELAGO MARKET 27.8. PERTUNMARKKINAT (ST BARTHOLOMEW'S DAY MARKET), Virolahti church village 27.8. INOV-8 TRAIL RUN Hamina Trail, Hamina 27.8. MUINAISTULET (ANCIENT FIRES) Katariina Seaside Park at Kaunissaari, Pyhtää SEPTEMBER 1.9. MONTHLY MARKET Kotka Marketplace 3.9. LIGHT UP OUR EVENING, Miehikkälä 3.9. REISKA'S MARATHON, Pyhtää 9. 10.9. FASHION NIGHT, Kotka city centre and Pasaati 10.9. 10 AM 4 PM CRAYFISH SATURDAY, Maretarium, Kotka 11.9. MARKET Karhula Market, Kotka 16.9. NIGHT OF LIGHTS, HAMINA BASTION This city festival will fill the streets with joy and a cultural celebration 24. 25.9. CHESS IN HAMINA: ANTTI G. OJANEN'S 100-YEAR ANNIVERSARY TOURNAMENT, Hamina Bastion 24. 25.9. FINNISH SALMON FLY FISHING CHAMPIONSHIPS Siikakoski, Langinkoski, Kotka 25.9. HERRING MARKET KLAMILA, VIROLAHTI OCTOBER MILITARY HISTORY LECTURE SERIES Salpa Line Museum, Miehikkälä 6.10. MONTHLY MARKET Kotka Marketplace 13. 14.10. AUTUMN MARKET Hamina 15. 16.10. KOTKA FISH MARKET Sapokka 17. 23.10. CHILDREN STORY WEEK Hamina 23.10. THE MOST BEAUTIFUL LOVE SONGS Viihdekuoro Hyvän Tuulen Laulajat Choir And Karelia Singers Choir, at 5 pm, Kotka Concert Hall NOVEMBER 1. 30.11. DOG MONTH Maretarium, Kotka 3.11. MONTHLY MARKET Kotka Marketplace, Kotka 5. 6.11. KYMEN GRAND MARKET Ruonala Sports Hall, Kotka 19.11. ANNAN NARINKAT TRADITIONAL CHRISTMAS MARKET, HAMINA 21. 25.11. ORGAN MUSIC WEEK Church of Kotka 26.11. CHRISTMAS OPENING EVENT Kotka city centre 27.11. MARKET Karhula Market, Kotka DECEMBER 1.12. MONTHLY MARKET Kotka Marketplace 4.12. 6 9 PM FISH NIGHT Maretarium, Kotka 6.12. INDEPENDENCE DAY NATIONAL CELEBRATION, Simeon Hall, Hamina 6.12. INDEPENDENCE DAY CELEBRATION Kotka 10. 11.12. CHRISTMAS AT THE OLD ARCHES, HAMINA BASTION 14.12. WHERE CAN I FIND CHRISTMAS? event for families with children, Kotka 21.12. ST THOMAS MARKET Hamina 31.12. NEW YEAR RECEPTION (org. City of Hamina, Hamina Bastion) Subject to changes.

18 19 Subject to changes. Kotka City Theatre Keskuskatu 15, Kotka Reservations and inquiries during the performance season +358 5 234 4199 Tue-Fri 11 am 5 pm and 2 hours before performances teatteriliput@kotka.fi and Tiketti The Kotka City Theatre presents a variety of musical theatre and quality drama. As well as in the theatre itself, productions are presented at the Kairo harbour restaurant. The programme includes all the charm, laughter, excitement, romance and powerful emotions of musicals. Programme details: www.kotkanteatteri.fi Hamina Bastion Keskuskatu 33, Kotka +358 5 234 4891 kymisinfonietta@kymp.net Kymi Sinfonietta A top international orchestra in Kymenlaakso! This orchestra gives concerts performed with fiery passion, from beloved classics to swinging melodies, conveying the joy and energy of live music! Concerts are performed on Wednesdays in Kotka and Thursdays in Kouvola. See the fantastic concert programme at www.kymisinfonietta.fi/en Tall Ships Races 2017, Kotka GALLERIES STOCKFORS EXHIBITION HALL Harjuntie 111, Pyhtää GALLERY MARI Kaunissaari, Pyhtää KOTKA PHOTOGRAPHIC CENTRE, Vuorelankulma 2, Kotka GALLERY UUSIKUVA Satamakatu 9, Kotka GALLERY SAVARTE ART Kirkkokatu 13, Kotka GALLERY NIKOLAI Keskuskatu 9, Kotka GALLERY RUUTIKELLARI Roopertinkatu 11, Hamina TAIDEKOTI Home gallery in the centre of Kotka. Merikatu 4 A, 6, Kotka +358 41 543 9556. Open by agreement. www.unitaidekoti.net EXHIBITIONS GALLERIA UUSIKUVA Satamakatu 9, Kotka 7.1. 30.1. Antti Raatikainen, paintings 4.2. 27.2. Alexander Reichstein, Mutatis Mutandis 3.3. 26.3. Leena-Riitta and Vesa Salminen, paintings and sculptures 7.4. 30.4. Helena Kalke in Memoriam 5.5. 28.5. Tapio Sinisalo, sculptures 2.6. 20.8. Eero Hiironen, sculptures, exhibition of the lifework of internationally acclaimed Artist Professor Eero Hiironen at the Sapokka Water Garden and Gallery Uusikuva June-August 2016. LIBRARIES 26.4. 21.5. Zinaida Kornykova 24.5. 17.6. Kotka College adult group 21.6. 16.7. Piia Juurus 19.7. 13.8. Vladimir Dementyev 16.8. 10.9. Artists' Association of Kotka 13.9. 8.10. Eino Heino 11.10. 4.11. Heikki Laaksonen and Mikko Ranki 8.11. 3.12. Matti Pukki 7.12. 30.12. Sampo Mäkelä HAMINA LIBRARY GALLERY EXHIBITIONS Rautatienkatu 8, Hamina 18.1. 30.1. Hamina Adult Education Centre Anniversary Exhibition 3.2. 27.2. Interactive exhibition for children studying design and architecture, Jenni Puonti-Dansk 2.3. 26.3. Oil paintings, Nadezda Lukina 30.3. 23.4. Luontoni (My natural world) (photographs), Timo Vesterinen 27.4. 21.5. Haminan Taideseura (Hamina Art Association) spring exhibition 25.5. 18.6. Acrylic paintings, Pekka Välimaa 20.7. 13.8. Acrylic paintings, Raija Marjuaho 17.8. 10.9. Vyborg through the eyes of St. Petersburg residents, St Petersburg photographers 14.9. 8.10. Haminan Taideseura (Hamina Art Association) autumn exhibition 12.10. 5.11. Oil colour and pastel paintings, Riitta Viljanen, Maija-Riitta Jäppinen THEATRES KYMINSUU CULTURAL CENTRE Theatre, concerts, culture for children and young people, lectures, meeting and banquet venue. Eteläinen Karjalantie 3, Kotka, +358 400 759 142, kyminsuu@kymp.net, www.kyminsuu.fi KYMINLINNA SUMMER THEATRE In the shadow of the Kyminlinna fortress's historic walls. Summer 2016; the Finnish comedy PASTORI JUSSILAINEN. Sutelantie 84, Kotka, +358 400 759 142 kyminsuu@kymp.net, www.kyminlinnankesateatteri.fi Raatihuoneenkatu 12, Hamina, +358 40 199 1592, tiina.puhakka@hamina.fi www.haminabastioni.fi The arena built in the Hamina fortress provides an amazing, unique setting for various events. The largest, regular events held here include the Hamina Tattoo featuring international military bands, Night of Lights and Christmas at the Old Arches. The arena was built in 1998, by erecting Europe's largest summer canopy, with stages and spectator areas, within the Central Bastion of Hamina's fortress, which was mainly built in the 1700s. After a ten-year break, the International Tall Ships Races will return to Kotka, Finland, in the summer of 2017. The competition will bring large sailing ships to Kotka City Port on 13 July 2017 and their journey will continue towards Turku on 16 July. Up to 100 sailing ships from around the world will call in at the harbour during the competition. Further details on the event will be published in the spring of 2017, but all lovers of sailing should mark the dates in their calendars now! KOTKA MAIN LIBRARY Kirkkokatu 24, Kotka KARHULA LIBRARY Sammonaukio 6, Kotka HAMINA MAIN LIBRARY Rautatienkatu 8, Hamina MIEHIKKÄLÄ LIBRARY Keskustie 9, Miehikkälä PYHTÄÄ LIBRARY Huutjärventie 30, Pyhtää VIROLAHTI MUNICIPAL LIBRARY Rantatie 9, Virolahti KOTKA MAIN LIBRARY EXHIBITIONS Kirkkokatu 24, Kotka 4.1. 24.1. Kymi's cameras 27.1. 22.2. Elma Kotilainen 25.2. 29.3. Children and Young People's Art School 4.4. 23.4. International Green Year HAMINA THEATRE Isoympyräkatu 30, Hamina, +358 5 344 5200, +358 44 0156 6211 www.haminanteatteri.fi Maritime Centre Vellamo and Maretarium exhibitions p. 7

21 Santalahti, Kotka SWEET DREAMS! Only one hour from Helsinki to the east: www.southeast135.fi/accommodation You can enjoy a great night's sleep in hotels in the heart of town, or by a forest in a pleasant inn or holiday cabin. In addition to accommodation, the region's campsites offer an unbeatable choice of things to do, from mini golf and nature trails to relaxing sauna evenings. Or how about a night in the beautiful, historic setting of a manor house? Santalahti Holiday Resort, Kotka Here you can take time for yourself. Santalahdentie 150, Kotka +358 5 260 5055 info@santalahti.fi open year round www.santalahti.net/en Original Sokos Hotel Seurahuone Kotka Holiday cottages and luxury apartments by the sea. The apartments are located on the southern slope next to the beach. All resort services and the golf course are within walking distance. Santalahti is Southern Finland's only five-star camping site. Accommodation Keskuskatu 21, Kotka +358 10 782 1000 kotka.seurahuone@sokoshotels.fi www.sokoshotels.fi/en Over the decades, Original by Sokos Hotels has grown and developed to the rhythm of the world around it. Because this hotel thinks the way you do, it will welcome you as a person, not a reservation number. This hotel serves and cares for its customers it has your interests at heart. Don't miss this! You can enjoy a short stay in the country yard surroundings of the Moronvuori Day Trip Hut in the Valkmusa National Park. www.southeast135.fi/accommodation

22 23 Spa Hotel Hamina Sibeliuskatu 32, Hamina info@spahotelhamina.fi, +358 5 353 5555 www.spahotelhamina.fi In the hotel's spa complex you will find swimming pools, a jacuzzi, a cold-water pool, massaging waterfalls, saunas and a gym. Some of the hotel's modern, bright and well-furnished rooms are equipped with air-conditioning. Room prices include access to the swimming pool area and gym, a sturdy breakfast and Wi-Fi, parking and saunas. Apartment hotel Oravanpesä, Virolahti Haakelintie 5, Ravijoki, Virolahti, +358 41 476 5994 www.finkvartir.com This quality, affordable apartment hotel is located 20 km from Hamina, in the beautiful natural scenery of Vaalimaa. Each apartment is equipped with the full range of conveniences and has a terrace. Customers also have access to a children's play area, barbecue facilities, parking area, sauna and Wi-Fi. Southern Finland's only five-star camping site! Hamina Seurahuone Pikkuympyränkatu 5, Hamina +358 10 763 5871, seurahuone.hamina@sok.fi www.raflaamo.fi/hamina/ravintola-seurahuone-hamina www.raflaamo.fi/hamina/hostina-kompas-hamina Hotel Haminan Seurahuone has 12 cosy hotel rooms, including rooms for single travellers as well as for families. The hotel has a Czech style pub, Hostina Kompas, which serves Czech beers and generous portions of pub food in an enjoyable atmosphere. Majatalo Torppa and Pikku Torppa, Kotka Mäenpääntie 144, Kotka, Korkeakoski +358 40 050 0022, majatalo@majatalotorppa.com www.majatalotorppa.com Enjoy a comfortable stay! Cosy overnight accommodation close to the rich fishing grounds of the River Kymijoki, a fantastic area for excursions and close to Kotka city centre. Ideal for group and family accommodation. The new Pikku Torppa log building offers the full range of conveniences and can accommodate 6 people. Santalahti Holiday Resort, Kotka Camping site ***** Quality services for campers, full range of resort services available. Holiday cabins and luxury apartments. www.santalahti.net/en CUMULUS, KOTKA This cosy hotel, ideal for both business and leisure trips, is located 7 km from the centre of Kotka, by route E18. Friendly service and a cheerful atmosphere guarantee that you will want to stay longer in Kotka! Kyminlinnantie 18, Kotka, +358 5 269 3100, kotka.cumulus@restel.fi, www.hotellimaailma.fi, www.hotelworld.fi, online reservations 24 hrs www.cumulus.fi HOTEL SANTALAHTI, KOTKA Sleep well in a natural setting by the sea! 12 rooms, restaurant and conference facilities. Indoor and outdoor saunas. Mastotie 1, Kotka, +358 5 226 8010, info@hotellisantalahti.fi www.facebook.com/hotellisantalahti VIMPA ISLANDS, HAMINA The Vimpa Islands offer unforgettable accommodation experiences in the environs of Villa Vimpasaari, in heated log huts, picturesque log cabins and in the Rakinkotka ecological island village. Vimparaitti 29, Hamina, +358 400 555 475, pertti.illi@vimpa.com, www.vimpa.com METSON MAJOITUS, HAMINA Comfortable bed and breakfast accommodation in an idyllic rural setting. Massage services are available on the premises. Hovintie 15, Metsäkylä, +358 40 758 2025, metsonmajoitus@gmail.com, www.metsonmajoitus.fi HOTELLI MERIKOTKA, KOTKA A quiet and cosy city hotel in the centre of Kotka. 15 comfortable rooms and 30 beds. Satamakatu 9, Kotka, +358 5 215 222, hotelli.merikotka@kymp.net, www.hotellimerikotka.fi LOKINPESÄ, VIROLAHTI Rent a villa for your holiday or other needs. The villa is located on the coast of the Gulf of Finland and is furnished for 6 persons. Lopotintie 13, Ravijoki, Virolahti, +358 400 252 111 katriina@lokinpesa.fi, www.lokinpesa.fi SUMMER HOTEL KATARINA, KOTKA Summer Hotel Katarina is located close to Kotka's city centre services; the Sapokka Water Garden and a small marina are nearby. Summer Hotel Katarina is open 10.6. 7.8.2016. The summer hotel has 20 sets of rooms in which two or three single rooms share a kitchen and bathroom/ WC. There are a total of 64 beds. Breakfast and bed linen are included in the room price. Lehmustie 4, Kotka, +358 50 913 5763, kesahotelli@kotka.fi www.kesahotellikatarina.net KYMEN MÖKIT COTTAGE RENTAL, KOTKA Holiday cottages on the banks of the River Kymijoki, in the village area and on the island. For holidays, fishing trips, meetings, Christmas parties, and as temporary residences! Huruksela, Kotka, +358 400 765103, info@kymenmokit.fi, www.kymenmokit.fi COTTAGES PYHTÄÄN VUOKRAMÖKIT, PYHTÄÄ Welcome to enjoying the sea breeze and natural tranquillity, in cosy shoreline cottages in the setting of Pyhtää's most stunning archipelago. Tuuskintie 308, Siltakylä, +358 40 065 0677 pvm@kymp.net, www.pyhtaanvuokramokit.fi HOSTEL JAILHOUSE AND HAMINA PATH CAR PARK, HAMINA The hostel offers affordable accommodation less than a mile from Hamina's city centre services. The Hamina Pedal Car Park is located on the grounds. Karjakatu 25, Hamina, +358 44 252 3311 polkuautot@gmail.com, www.polkuautopuisto.fi VAALIMAA CAMPING, VIROLAHTI Camping all year round. 30 electric points, cabin accommodation, a shallow sandy beach and yard games. Hämeenkyläntie 153, Virolahti, +358 44 357 1451 toimisto@vaalimaacamping.fi, www.vaalimaacamping.fi GUEST HOUSE TERIKOFF, PYHTÄÄ A comfortable and luxurious guest house for two on the grounds of the Kiviniemi mansion house. Private beach, rowing boat, we will heat the lakeside sauna by agreement. The peace of natural surroundings by the sea and excellent transport connections. Kiviniementie 211, Siltakylä, Pyhtää, +358 50 35 17 888, jaana@kiviniemenkartano.fi, www.kiviniemenkartano.fi Book quickly the accommodation places fill up fast during events!

24 25 Vausti restaurant, Kotka FLAVOURS OF THE SOUTHEAST Only one hour from Helsinki to the east: www.southeast135.fi/restaurants Fish treats Fish delicacies form a natural part of the cuisine of the Southeast. The sea and rapids have provided fresh catches to be enjoyed since time immemorial. If you visit the Southeast, don't miss local smoked salmon, which you can buy ready to eat from restaurants such as Restaurant Wanha Fiskari. How about an ocean delicacy that you caught yourself? In the Southeast, you can enjoy any type of fish that swims in Finnish waters! Local grill delicacies and sausages I will take you into a world of fantastic flavours! A number of master butchers, each trying to be the best, have gathered in the region. Several firms offer a range of high quality meat dishes, which have also enjoyed international success local sausages have swept the board of prizes for five years in a row in a tough sausage-making competition in England. See you at the market place! Restaurants and cafés Market places are thriving in the Southeast. In local markets you can meet friends, chat over morning coffee and buy local products. And don't forget the filled, fresh, local doughnuts on offer, known as 'piggy' douhgnuts or 'posso'. Small markets can be found in each municipality during the summer and major market events include the Traditional Harvest Market, Hamina; the Kotka Fish Market; the Keihässalmi Summer Market, Pyhtää; Little Markets of Little Villages, Miehikkälä; and the Klamila Fish Market, Virolahti. Local products Fish is always local food in the Southeast you can buy fresh fish practically straight off the boat from commercial fishermen, or in the conventional way from a fishmonger. On the other hand, the Seppälä Sheep Farm produces high-quality lamb, while paying special attention to animal welfare. Delicious wild berries, honey and a range of vegetables including organic produce are grown in the Southeast. There are several bakeries and pastry shops from which you can pick up mouth-watering bread and sweet treats. During Virolahti Week, you can enjoy the local delicacy, hapanvelli (sour gruel), every day! www.southeast135.fi/restaurants

26 27 Keisarinsatama, Kotka Wanha Fiskari, Kotka Mereta Oy is a service company from Kotka whose local entrepreneurs spare no effort in making sure that every Finn is well fed. Our boys and girls give a 100% promise of individual and delicious experiences, both during the working week and on special occasions. Mereta has several restaurants in Kotka and on Kaunissaari, Pyhtää. Metsontie 41, Kotka or by boat +358 5 219 0333, ravintola@keisarinsatama.com, Mon Fri 11 am 4 pm, Sat 12 noon 6 pm, Sun closed. Other times by agreement www.keisarinsatama.com Keisarinsatama is a family restaurant established in an old brewery. In the summer, you can enjoy a meal on the warm terrace, shaded by lime trees. You can also enjoy gorgeous sunsets while sipping a glass of the Ukko beer brewed on the premises. Juha Vainion katu 2, Kotka, +358 5 218 6585 ravintola@wanhafiskari.fi, Mon Fri 11 am 10 pm, Sat 2 8 pm, (from 1 May 2 10 pm) www.wanhafiskari.fi, www.karhusaari.com Take time to enjoy the wonderful flavours of real food. We source the raw ingredients for our culinary experiences from local fishermen, organic farms and responsible producers. Our professional staff in the kitchen and front of house guarantee an excellent dining experience. kotkanravintolat.fi See our menus, try our food and fall in love with it! www.kotkanravintolat.fi Kamu!, Hamina Langinkoski Café, Kotka VAUSTI RESTAURANT KOTKA Lonely Konserttitalo, Kotkankatu 7, Kotka, +358 10 832 3502 Planet's asiakaspalvelu@kotkanravintolat.fi Top Pick! Mon Thu 11 am 10 pm, Fri 11 am 11 pm, Sat 3 11 pm www.kotkanravintolat.fi/en Welcome to temptation! We offer trendy world flavours within delicacies befitting a port town, from both our lunch and à la carte menu. Local and Finnish raw ingredients are a priority for us. Selected with love, prepared with affection and enjoyed to the full! Read what our guests say about us: eat.fi/kotka/vausti Sibeliuskatu 32, Hamina, +358 44 728 0175, asiakaspalvelu@ravintolakamu.fi, www.ravintolakamu.fi Kamu! takes the time to serve delicious food with love the love of good food, drink, atmosphere and good friends. From its à la carte list, Kamu! recommends seasonal local food and organic products. A range of wines and beers complement Kamu's amazing dining experience. We also serve a mouthwatering selection of coffees and teas! Restaurant Pinteli, Hamina Keisarinmajantie 118, Kotka, +358 400 752 5400, +358 5 219 0300 ravintola@keisarinsatama.com www.keisarinsatama.com/langinkoski A new summer café that opened in historical surroundings in 2014. We offer home baking, salads and Alexanders' perch soup. A delicious brunch is served on Saturdays and Sundays! Rosso and Public Corner, Kotka RESTAURANT LAAKONKI KOTKA Maritime Centre Vellamo, Tornatorintie 99, Kotka, +358 10 832 3501. asiakaspalvelu@kotkanravintolat.fi Mon 11 am 3 pm, Tue, Thu Sun 10 am 5 pm, Wed 10 am 8 pm www.merikeskusvellamo.fi/ravintola Restaurant Laakonki handles all food and beverage services on behalf of Maritime Centre Vellamo. A cup of coffee with Finnish sweetbread between enjoying a stroll, a sip of wine as a break from sightseeing, services for a large seminar or an office party all under the same roof close to the sea in the ruggedly attractive City Port. Tarkka-ampujankatu 1, Hamina, +358 400 252 099 pinteli@ravimakiyhdistys.fi, www.ravimakiyhdistys.fi Restaurant Pinteli is open to all for lunch, conferences and banquets. You can arrange a meeting with us on Ravimäki or order the high-quality services of your choice, for all occasions and venues. We also deliver meals to individuals and workplaces in the Hamina area at lunchtime on weekdays. Kauppakatu 5, 48100 Kotka Rosso: +358 10 763 5910, Public Corner: +358 10 763 5914 www.raflaamo.fi/rosso, www.raflaamo.fi/public-corner Kotka's Rosso restaurant is located by the market square in the Pasaati Shopping Centre. In addition to its à la carte menu, the restaurant offers a choice of lunches from 11 am to 2 pm. Public Corner is a cosy and relaxed pub. It is a combination of a down to earth British pub, a lively bar and a relaxed drawing room sofa. RESTAURANT KAUNISSAAREN MAJA PYHTÄÄ Kaunissaari, Pyhtää, +358 10 832 351 ravintola@kaunissaarenmaja.fi Open in the summer www.kaunissaarenmaja.fi A summer restaurant in the midst of the gorgeous Gulf of Finland. The restaurant is located in a genuine fishing village, right beside the sea. Its large menu offers plenty of flavours and authentic experiences, including the restaurant's legendary salmon soup with delicious archipelago bread. You can just pop right in, or book our pavilion for yourself and your friends. Our shoreline saunas can be hired for unforgettable sauna evenings. In addition, the Merituuli café and Kaunissaari shop offer a wide range of refreshments and goods see you on the island!

28 29 Captains Karaoke Night Club, Kotka Karaoke bar Albatross, Kotka Kosken Brau, Kotka LOUNASHUONE KUSTAA, HAMINA Lunch on weekdays from 10.30 am to 2 pm, and at other times by reservation. Ideal for family gatherings and meetings, licensed premises. Sibeliuskatu 28, Hamina +358 50 571 3125, myynti@lounashuone.fi, www.lounashuone.fi Kapteeninkatu 9, Kotka, +358 5 227 6750, captains@sijo.fi www.karaokebar.net/captainskaraoke The city's best karaoke night club a venue full of entertainment! A high-quality karaoke restaurant with a varied menu, as well as a separate nightclub with table service in the beating heart of the city until the wee, small hours. A great evening for people of all ages is guaranteed! Karaoke lists: biisilista.fi. Karaoke Bar Sportti Pub, Kotka Kustaankatu 2, Kotka, +358 5 215 403, albatross@sijo.fi, www.karaokebar.net/albatross The Albatross is a small and cosy karaoke restaurant by the market square in the heart of Kotka. You can sing karaoke or just come and listen. We renew our range of several thousand songs on a regular basis, so that karaoke fans can sing the latest hits as well as classics! A sunny terrace is open in summer! Players Sports Bar, Kotka Karhulantie 142, Kotka, +358 46 920 3400 koskenbrauoy@gmail.com, www.koskenbrau.fi Kosken Brau is a German-style beer hall, which serves authentic German traditional food and drinks in cosy surroundings. Our varied menu includes delicacies, wines and, of course, beers from different regions of Germany. German music playing in the background and German-style decor help to accentuate the atmosphere. Rosso and Hesburger, Hamina RAATI CAFE KANELI, HAMINA A café-restaurant with a licence to serve alcohol. Banquet service and table reservations. Also home delivery. Raatihuoneenkatu 1, Hamina +358 40 199 1298, raati.cafe@pp.inet.fi LOUNAS-KAHVILA TERVASAARI, HAMINA Open all day, in Hamina harbour! Home food on weekdays from 11 am to 2 pm. Tervasaari, Hamina, +358 40 138 1240 tarja.hietanen@kolumbus.fi, www.lounaskahvilatervasaari.com TILAUSRAVINTOLA OLKIHATTU, VIROLAHTI An atmospheric restaurant in a converted old stone barn at the heart of Kaakon Golf. Meetings, celebrations and programmes. Säkäjärventie 204, Virolahti, +358 50 307 9444, rav.olkihattu@outlook.com RESTAURANT VAAKKU, KOTKA An idyllic summer restaurant with Kotka's best sea views, just a 10 min. sea voyage from Sapokka. Varissaari, Kotka +358 44 986 4925, ravintola.vaakku@gmail.com Kotkankatu 12, Kotka, +358 5 216 868, sporttipub@sijo.fi www.karaokebar.net/sporttipub Kotka's first, full-day karaoke restaurant opened right in the city centre in 1995. Sing every day, from morning to night. A continuously changing selection of over 3,300 karaoke songs. Customers both young and old will love the experience we offer and find plenty of good company. We also show several TV sports channels. In summer, a small sun terrace is open at the front of the bar. Restaurant Huikkanen, Kotka Keskuskatu 11, Kotka, +358 10 763 5940 www.raflaamo.fi/kotka/players Sauna evening, meeting, bowling competitions, competition studio, games room, delicious food and beverages... Why not organise an occupational wellbeing day or an active office Christmas party? Difficult? Why no! Enter the Players Sports Bar on Keskuskatu street, Kotka, and we'll make your idea come true! Players a sure strike! Come Out And Play! Santa Cafe, Santalahti, Kotka Isoympyräkatu 15, Hamina Rosso: +358 10 763 5900, Hesburger: +358 10 763 5906 www.raflaamo.fi/rosso, www.hesburger.fi Finns have been enjoying Rosso's pizzas, pasta and steaks since 1978! We also have a children's menu and play area. Hesburger is known for providing flavours enjoyed by all. Hamina's Rosso and Hesburger are located in the S shopping centre next to the market square. Restaurant Aura, Virolahti MOLIENDO CAFE, KOTKA A trendy café-restaurant in the centre of Kotka. Lunch served on weekdays at 10.30 am 3 pm. Deli salads, Wiener pastries and cakes. Licence to sell alcohol. Keskuskatu 17, Kotka, +358 10 3240220 KORKEAKOSKEN KALASTUSKIEVARI, KOTKA An atmospheric café-restaurant on the banks of the River Kymijoki. The restaurant has a beautiful view over the river and fishing pier. Lunch is served every day! Kymijoentie 55, Kotka, +358 40 732 8080, kalastuskievari@live.fi, www.kalastuskievari.fi TULIKUKKO BEACH PAVILION, KOTKA Navigate your way to a break at Tulikukko enjoy delicious food by the sea in Sapokka! Soup lunch, salads, warm dishes well as specialty coffees and teas. Licence to sell alcohol. Sapokankatu 3, Kotka, +358 50 3805 381, www.tulikukko.fi COCO KONDITORIA, KOTKA We make all of our pastries in our own bakery from the best ingredients and with award-winning skills. Kauppakatu 3, Kotka +358 5 212 206, Vesivallinaukio 3, Kotka, +358 5 344 5503 konditoria.coco@kymp.net, www.cocokonditoria.fi Kotkankatu 12, Kotka, +358 5 216 922, huikkanen@sijo.fi www.huikkanen.fi A one-hundred-seat restaurant in the very centre of Kotka. A comfortable terrace opens in front of the restaurant in the summer. No music is blasting out here, you can enjoy company in this traditional restaurant without having to raise your voice. In winter, you can participate in a relaxed pub quiz for fun or meet up with friends and watch TV on one of our four 52" screens, including Viasat sports channels. Stop by for a beer, or enjoy the whole evening with us! Santalahdentie 150, Kotka www.santalahti.net/en Special coffees and selected delicacies at the resort. Minigolf Park, bicycle, ski, snow shoe rental. Next to a children's adventure park. We also welcome pets! Welcome to the seashore! Katariinankuja 19, Virolahti +358 44 739 4040, ravintola@harjunopk.fi www.harjunopk.fi/matkailu The Harju Hovi student restaurant Aura offers breakfast, lunch and dinner on weekdays. We also offer catering for groups, as well as meetings and banquets please order in advance. Welcome to our manor-house milieu! HOTEL SANTALAHTI, KOTKA Tasty delicatessen moments right by the sea. Daily breakfast, lunch and dinner buffets, and an a la carte menu. License to serve alcohol, banquet and catering services. Mastotie 1, Kotka, +358 5 2268010, info@hotellisantalahti.fi www.facebook.com/hotellisantalahti

30 31 Katariina Seaside Park, Kotka Kotka's National Urban Park The Seaside Park offers exceptionally open and wide vistas. The southern horizon stretches out into the distance, in which Gogland Island which belongs to Russia can be seen in the Gulf of Finland during clear weather. In addition to great hiking routes, the park offers activities for everyone, including barbecue facilities, hammocks, miniature lighthouses, a playground, a skateboarding ramp and a meditation labyrinth. In 2012, the park was given the elca International Trend Award and the environmental Structure Award. Kotka is one of eight national urban parks in Finland. Its special features include downtown parks, river and sea creatures, as well as an architectural heritage spanning the industrial age and the history of the local fortress and military defences. Kotka includes the coastal areas of the Eastern Gulf of Finland, city parks and quarters, as well as the banks of the River Kymijoki all the way to Korkeakoski and Siikakoski. The area covers around 2,400 hectares. Sapokka Water Garden Kotka The Sapokka Water Garden has won more awards than any other park in Finland. Water, stone, lighting and varied greenery formed the basis of its design, as did the idea of one park containing several smaller ones without disturbing the harmony of the overall impression. Due to its variety of microclimates, from strong heat to deep shade, it has a broad range of labelled plants, some of which are highly exotic. An exhibition of the lifework of internationally acclaimed Artist Professor, sculptor Eero Hiironen, will be held in the Sapokka Water Garden and Gallery Uusikuva in June-August 2016. Kotka's Sculpture Promenade Come and feel the wind ruffle your hair! The Sculpture Promenade is a large outdoor gallery in which, during both festivals and ordinary days, the sculptures come to people rather than the other way around. It's 'backbone' is formed by the Linden Boulevard running parallel with Keskuskatu, whose renovation earned it a national environmental structure award in 2001. The Sculpture Park won the Pro Sculptura medal of the Association of Finnish Sculptors in 2004. A brochure is available on Kotka's parks! Jokipuisto Park, Kotka Parks The park's key themes are the river, its extremely high-level, environmentally friendly construction, its impressive name-labelled seating, its sculptures and the meandering, burbling stream which feeds the lily pond with river water and crowns the park. Water lilies of various colours bring splendour to the pond. The park also has picnic tables with barbecue facilities and a playground especially for small children. Don't miss these! www.southeast135.fi/parks Herb garden, Redoubt Kotka, Kotka Summer Park, Hamina Johannes Takanen Park, Virolahti

32 33 Tammio, Hamina In its day, Tammio was the most southerly outer island village in Hamina. Its natural landscape is formed of glaciated and rocky shores and shoreline meadows. The island is still inhabited year-round. Housed in an old fishing hut is a local museum devoted to life in the archipelago (open in the summer). In summer, a scheduled boat service runs from Tervasaari in Hamina. LET'S GO TO THE ISLAND! Island transport timetables: www.southeast135.fi/archipelagotraffic Changes possible in transport timetables. Kaunissaari, Pyhtää With its shoreline storehouses and boatsheds, this lush island has a historic atmosphere. In the summer, the island bursts into flower. The island has a shop, café and restaurant, as well as a beautiful archipelago. Gallery Mari has an exhibition of summertime art. Boat services to Kaunissaari island run from Sapokka harbour in Kotka several times a day, from June to August. The island also has a well-equipped guest harbour. www.kaunissaari.fi Ulko-Tammio, Hamina Let us be blown along by the sea winds together! Ulko-Tammio is a magnificent island belonging to the Eastern Gulf of Finland National Park and full of natural beauty. It will charm even the most demanding hiker. The island's rugged shoreline rock faces and lush vegetation are beyond compare. With its varied and large bird populations, the Ulko-Tammio area is also an ideal spot for birdwatchers. The museum guns and a cave which served as a troop shelter during the Second World War reflect the military history of the region. Boat services will take you to Ulko-Tammio from June to August, departing from Tervasaari in Hamina. Varissaari Fort Elisabeth, Kotka Directly off the coast of Kotka, this island is quarter of an hour from the mainland. It has a summer restaurant and small swimming beach with barbecue facilities. You can explore the island's history on a signposted trail. Sea and archipelago Rankki and Kirkonmaa, Kotka Kirkonmaa and Rankki, the tourist islands of Kotkan Saaret Oy, offer a wide range of tourism services. Both islands have guest harbour, restaurant and accommodation services, as well as a wide selection of activities. The island of Rankki has around 30 buildings and a large number of fortifications and strongpoints. Read more: www.kotkansaaret.fi www.southeast135.fi/archipelago

34 LET'S GO TO THE ISLAND! Explore the destinations: www.southeast135.fi/archipelago Lehmäsaari, Kotka Lehmäsaari island is located on the coast of Kotka approx. 5 km from the port of Sapokka. The terrain includes beautiful sandy ridges. A landing stage is located on the east side of the island in the mouth of the bay. Large boats can also enter the harbour. There are 30 guest docks. The island has a nature trail bordered by long sandy beaches. The draft is 0.5-3 m and 30 buoys have been installed to guide boats. The nearest port is Sapokka in Kotka. You can reach the island by a scheduled motor boat service. Source: Kyvi.fi Kukouri, Fort Slava, Kotka Kukouri is one of the fortress islands off the coast of Kotka. Fort Slava its redbrick, circular fort was completed in 1794. Some of the blasted rubble has been repaired and the wooden gate now resembles its original form. The island has a few berths for pleasure craft. Fort Slava is one of the outer bastions of the Svensksund (Ruotsinsalmi) sea fortifications. Gustav III began the island's fortification after the war in 1792 and the fort was completed in 1794. The fort is characterised by its perfectly round shape, which makes it the only one of its kind in Finland. Haapasaari, Kotka Haapasaari is around one and a half hours from Kotka by boat. The island has a shop, summer kiosk guest landing stage and a 19th century church and school. During the summer, the school building hosts art exhibitions and the Nature Information Hut of Metsähallitus. The island has a regular boat service in the summer and year-round commercial traffic. The Haapasaari Society website includes information and pictures from the island's past and present, as well as Haapasaari's services, see www.haapasaariseura.fi The Majasaari-Nuokot islands, Hamina The Majasaari-Nuokot islands provide the ideal setting for hikers in all seasons. Majasaari is a great place for longer-stay campers in particular. The Majasaaren Maja building functions as a guide centre for the group of islands. Berths are available on the eastern shore of the island, which has a pier where a regular boat service calls and a breakwater with berths. On the islands, mooring places can be found on the rocks and a floating service platform. There are currently no public cruises to the islands, but they are an amazing destination for pleasure boaters sailing off the coast of Hamina. Kotka Charter Targa sea excursions Sea excursions just as you prefer. www.santalahti.net/en SEA CRUISES, KOTKA +358 40 010 5014, meriset@meriset.fi, www.meriset.fi Luxury sea cruises with restaurant services, from Kotka and Hamina. Public, theme and chartered cruises on three vessels. KOTKA SAILING SAILING SCHOOL +358 44 078 7531, veijo@kotkasailing.com, www.kotkasailing.com Sailing trips in the eastern Gulf of Finland. Training and consulting on sailing and other types of boating. VIVAN KOTKA TRADITIONAL SAILING SHIP +358 40 768 8867, sepevanhanen.vivan@elisanet. fi,www.vivanyhdistys.com Chartered sailing trips on a genuine sailing boat. Max. 68 people. METSOLAN MERIMATKAT SEA TRIPS, KOTKA +358 500 491 544, metsolanmerimatkat@kymp.net www.metsolanmerimatkat.com Charter cruises in the Kotka-Hamina archipelago on m/s Kajava vessels. In summer, traditional Kaunissaari song cruises from Sapokka. EAST ISLANDS, VIROLAHTI +358 50 342 6767, +358 44 975 9591, www.satamanbaari.fi Archipelago Cruises in the Eastern Gulf of Finland on the MY Charlotte. Charter cruises for groups and individuals. BOAT STATION RAMPSI, TERRACE CAFÉ AALLOKKO, HAMINA Tervasaari Hamina, +358 50 558 2880, www.rampsi.fi A place for boaters to take a break Hamina, Tervasaari. Stunning summer terrace. Cold water swimming in winter. ARKTIKA DAYS 13.-22.5. Leerviikki, Virolahti Arktika, the mass migration of birds, is one of the most spectacular sights provided by Finland's bird life. In May, millions of waterbirds and hundreds of thousands of geese migrate via the Gulf of Finland to their nesting places in the Arctic tundra. Virolahti is one of their main migration routes. See the Arktika Days programme for all event information, which will be posted on the website at the beginning of May. www.arktikavirolahti.fi DOWNLOAD THE ARKTIKA ROUTE! Birds and sounds for the whole family on your mobile www.southeast135.fi/mobile ARKTIKA CRUISES FROM MAY TO JUNE www.southeast135.fi/events EASTERN GULF OF FINLAND NATIONAL PARK The park covers the outer archipelago of the most easterly municipalities. This is part of the network formed by the Baltic's key protected areas. www.nationalparks.fi/en/gulfoffinlandnp

36 37 Finnish Salmon Fly Fishing Championships 24. 25.9.2016 The River Kymijoki Siikakoski area and at Langinkoski, Kotka from 8.00 am to 6.30 pm. Organiser: Kotkan Perhokalastajat Ry GO WITH THE FLOW Only one hour from Helsinki to the east: www.southeast135.fi/nature With its shoreline forests and meadows, the River Kymijoki offers stunningly unique and unforgettable natural beauty. Admire the scenery from the river while quietly paddling in a canoe, or at greater speed while riding the rapids in a rubber raft. Finland's longest river route offers excellent fishing spots for anglers. Together with the River Korkeakoski, the River Siikakoski is one of the most popular stretches with the best chance of a catch. The picturesque Kultaankoski rapids are a magnet for freestyle paddlers; rapids swimmers can throw themselves into the current and be literally carried away. Pernoonkoski in Kotka is the biggest set of free-flowing rapids in terms of its drop in altitude and is one of Southern Finland's best whitewater rafting spots. Canoeing Canoeing combines the enjoyment of exercise with breathtaking nature. The excellent canoeing routes of the River Kymijoki offer powerful currents, the serenity of still water, enchanting landscapes and unforgettable experiences. Pre-planned routes ensure the comfort of both beginners and more experienced canoeists. Companies which specialise in rapids tourism offer ready made, packaged canoeing trips of all levels, which can include meals and sauna bathing. Canoes are for rent on site and guides can accompany canoeists upon request. Want to run the rapids with me? Fishing Local services and the outstanding fishing sites provided by nature make for excellent fishing with the fly or lure, for long as well as short fishing trips. The River Kymijoki is arguably the best salmon river in Southern Finland, with thousands of salmon and sea trout swimming upriver each year. Try out river or sea fishing in magnificent natural scenery. Embark on a fishing safari with a guide or make your own trip with a friend. You can rent fishing supplies, enjoy a dining experience and stay in a log cabin or sample the luxury of a hotel. Buy your fishing licence www.kalastusluvat.net and enjoy a worry-free fishing experience. Explore: www.lohikeskuskotka.fi The River Kymijoki Erämys Keisarinkosket, Kotka +358 50 320 2559, info@eramys.fi www.eramys.fi Rafting, fishing and canoeing trips on the River Kymijoki. Meeting facilities, saunas and catering at the Kultaan and Koivulan Koskitilat (Rapids Centre) in a secluded wilderness. Let's go canoeing! Explore the region's canoeing options. Guides are available from the local tourist office and online: www.outdoorsfinland.com www.southeast135.fi/kymijoki

38 39 Valkmusa National Park, Pyhtää The Valkmusa National Park is enchanting at any time of the year. Its southern shoreline's expansive bog areas provide a habitat for an abundance of birds and butterflies. The national park has a 2.5 km duckboard trail with an observation tower Vastilantie 886. www.nationalparks.fi/valkmusanp KEEP TO THE TRAIL! Get hold of a Salpa Trail brochure and Kotka-Hamina regional cycling map from tourist information, or download them from the internet: WWW.SOUTHEAST135.FI Southeast nature trails The Salpa Trail passes along the shores of Virolahti and Miehikkälä, while partly winding through Finland's old defence line. There are plenty of bunkers and fortifications to view along the route. The Portimo Trail in Hamina offers a varied landscape enriched by dry heath forest and mixed forest areas, with lakes, ponds, lookout towers and campfire places along the route. The Santalahti nature trail has two routes: a wooded nature trail and a coast trail, from which you can see all the way to the Russian Suursaari island in good weather. The Valkmusa duckboard leads through a large mire area with a distinctive, marshy landscape that distinguishes it from other trails in Southern Finland. Ski trails and skating Landscapes for refreshing the mind. The Southeast offers unbeatable opportunities for skiing, with trails of many levels in both urban and peaceful natural settings. Skiing events: 20.2. Kotka Skiing Event, Laajakoski, Honkala 21.2. Hopeasompa Regional Championship Skiing Event, Laajakoski, Honkala 6.3. 58th Otsonhiihto (Otso Ski Event), Kymi Airport, Kotka Cycling trails Nature and activities The unique and well-maintained cycling routes in the Southeast will enable you to combine exercise with sightseeing and various experiences. Cycling is a quick and easy way of visiting several places on the same day. Enjoy the picturesque scenery while cycling through beautiful small towns, along coves and within sight of the natural splendours of national parks. The lengths of routes vary you can decide on the start and end point. The area also offers a range of mountain biking options, as well as the slightly more extreme thrills of a downhill mountain biking park! Salpa Trek, Virolahti and Miehikkälä The Salpa Trek introduces hikers to a lasting monument to the fighting spirit of the Finnish people in the last war the Salpa Line in the company of some of the best guides in Finland. This is a trip that you will not forget in a hurry. There are three different routes to choose from, as well as a special event, Checkpoint Salpa, organised for Finnish peacekeepers. Well worth the effort and enthusiasm! www.salpavaellus.net 1.-3.7.2016 www.southeast135.fi/nature

www.siriussport.fi Fun, addictive, challenging but rewarding! Santalahti nature trails, Kotka Portimo's trails, Hamina Wind tunnel Two nature trails of around 2.5 kilometres in a forest and along rocky shorelines. A 40-kilometre trail network, with lean-tos and an observation tower. Sirius Sport Resort, Pyhtää See p. 8 for more details on the Salpa Line Rope park Kotitie 10, Pyhtää, +358 44 479 7100 info@siriussport.fi www.siriussport.fi Mon and Tue closed, Wed Fri 12 noon 7 pm, Sat 9 am 8 pm and Sun 10 am 5 pm open for groups if booked in advance opening times are subject to changes The Skyfall restaurant serves customers on the premises! At Sirius, you can live out humankind's oldest dream of flying fast and safely under the guidance of an instructor, as well as trying out Finland's only indoor surfing pools. At Norway Park you can revisit your childhood and, with a smile on your face, surprise yourself on our three-level climbing course. Sirius' unique collection of 1950s motorcycles presents historical motorcycle designs of which only the Italians are capable. Unforgettable experiences for the whole family unique on a world scale! Book a time for being and doing together with friends, family or workmates. Live a little! Fall in love with us. Our activities are unforgettable experiences that are suitable for people of almost all ages and sizes who are in good basic health. Indoor surfing flowriding Kotka's park trails, Kotka The parkland routes of our seaside town invite you to come and enjoy! Salpa trail, Virolahti and Miehikkälä A 50 kilometre trekking route, which winds through the wartime, historical Salpa Line. www.salpakeskus.fi

www.southeast135.fi/nature 43 The Southeast of experiences An environment that will draw you into adventures and exercise. Southeast135 offers visitors plenty of activities and physical experiences. Its diverse natural landscape is full of riches and opportunities that will provide you with an unforgettable, special holiday. Fulfil your potential in the midst of magnificent scenery or try out completely new activities. Experience the thrill of speed with friends or enjoy moments with your family. Tone up your body by meeting new, amazing challenges or spend time in a natural landscape and just enjoy the moment! Downhill mountain biking Speed and breathtaking jumps: www.uuperinrinteet.fi Orienteering 10. 16.7. FIN5 Orienteering Week, Vehkalahden Veikot, Hamina Dog shows 18. 19.6. Kotka Rose Kotka International All Breed Dogshow, Katariina Seaside Park, Kotka Beach and swimming pools BEACHES We take good care of our swimming beaches! On many, you will find changing cubicles, a WC, refuse bins, picnic places and playgrounds. In addition, plenty of wild shorelines can be found on the islands and the mainland. PYHTÄÄ: Huutjärvi, Huutjärventie, Pyhtää KOTKA: Santalahti, Santalahdentie 150, Kotka Mansikkalahti, Mäntykatu, Kotka Äijänniemi, Äijänniemenkatu, Kotka HAMINA: Pitkäthiekat, Vilniementie 375, Hamina Rampsinkari, Tervasaari, Hamina VIROLAHTI: Klamila, Kalasatamantie 153 Kiiskijärvi, Kurkelantie 521 MIEHIKKÄLÄ: Myllylampi, Taavetintie 135 KOTKA GOLF CENTER, KOTKA This is an 18-holer in varied terrain. Plenty of water hazards and challenging greens, and an attractive golf restaurant. Mussalo golf course, Niinilahdentie 2 Kotka +358 5 210 3700, caddie@kymengolf.fi, www.kymengolf.fi PYHTÄÄ KARTING CLUB, PYHTÄÄ Karting, river cruises and off-road cars. Harjuntie 111, Pyhtää, +358 44 343 3100, info@kartingclub.fi, www.kartingclub.fi AHOLAFARM, HAMINA Experiences for work and leisure time, weekdays and celebrations! On offer is a passenger ride in a rally car and services ranging from off-roading to nature excursions or forest weddings. Kirkkovuorentie 291, Hamina, +358 50 046 6971, tuula.ahola@aholafarm.fi, www.aholafarm.fi, www.virkistyshamina.fi Frisbee golf Golf Downhill skiing Ever tried frisbee golf? Courses for all levels of players. Quality downhill experiences: www.uuperinrinteet.fi SWIMMING POOLS KOTKA: Karhula indoor swimming pool Karhulantie 46 Katariina indoor and outdoor swimming pool Puistotie 9-11, Kotka HAMINA: Linnoitus indoor swimming pool Puistokatu 1, Hamina Maritime Festival runs held during the Maritime Festival! PYROLL AREENA, PYHTÄÄ A sports and exercise centre offering a range of services and excellent opportunities to get fit based on a number of activities. The most popular activities at the Pyroll Areena include the gym, Wattbike, padel, floorball, futsal, and badminton and volleyball. The Pyroll Areena is available for booking and as required. Huutjärventie 187, Heinlahti, +358 44 511 2175, www.pyrollareena.fi SANTALAHTI HOLIDAY RESORT Santalahdentie 150, Kotka, www.santalahti.fi MINIGOLF PARK Finland's highest rated course will put a smile on your face. EQUIPMENT RENTAL Bicycle, ski and snowshoe rental. FRISBEE GOLF COURSES: Kumparepuisto Park, Kotka Petäjäsuo, Kotka (Kotkan Latu) Ruissalo, Hamina, Klamila, Virolahti Lapinvuori, Virolahti Snowshoeing Hire shoes for a snowy adventure. Ice swimming Take a leap into icy water, at Meriniemi for example! Riding Experience nature on horseback. 22.5. Kotka Trail trail-running event in Santalahti 4. 9.7. Finnish Petanque Championships, Hamina Bastion 27.8. INOV-8 Trail Run Hamina Trail

A PICTURE of Kotka city centre. The Pasaati Shopping Centre is located in the central block in the picture. Over 60 businesses are located in Pasaati! Older people know the block as the 'Liiton lenkki' or 'Liitsi' for short, which means 'Union path', after the union outlets located in the block. 44 Want to embark on a voyage of discovery? Shopping Pasaati Shopping Centre, Kotka Keskuskatu 10, Kotka Mon Fri 7 am 9 pm, Sat 7 am 6 pm, Sun 12 noon 6 pm www.pasaati.fi Pasaati is a diverse shopping centre right in the heart of Kotka. Pasaati offers you an extensive selection of shops, restaurants, cafés and services all under one roof Our high-quality brands and easy shopping are sure to bring a smile to your face. Pasaati's 10th anniversary will be celebrated in 2016, with plenty of events being held each month! Sokos, Kotka Pasaati Shopping Centre, Keskuskatu 8, Kotka, www.sokos.fi Sokos is a dynamic fashion, beauty and home brand department store that always stays abreast of the times. Emotion, the Hamina Isoympyräkatu 15 Hamina, www.emotion.fi Specialty beauty and hairdressing services. Prisma, Kotka See you at Pasaati! 45 KÄSITYÖPUOTI, MIEHIKKÄLÄ A wide selection of local handicrafts, honey, cheese milk, jams and pastries. Muurikkalantie 5 C, Miehikkälä, +358 40 5615 790 tuulajoenpolvi@jippii.fi, www.miehikkalankasityolaiset.fi LASTEN VAATEKAAPPI, KOTKA High-quality clothes and shoes for 0 14-year-old children, and maternity and breastfeeding clothes for mothers. Labels include Reima, Name It, Ticket Outdoor, Sorel, Gugguu, Mainio, Villervalla and Mamalicious. Sammonaukio 4, Karhula, Kotka, +358 44 741 1401 kotka@lastenvaatekaappi.fi, www.lastenvaatekaappi.fi BROADWAY, KOTKA Finland's only representative of the German Broadway NYC clothing and accessories brand for men and women, in Kotka City Centre. Keskuskatu 29, Kotka, +358 5 225 0046 Facebook: BROADWAY, KOTKA PARTTIA, KOTKA Everything you need for your sauna! Infrared sauna and sauna accessories from the factory outlet and online store. Hiidenkirnuntie 5, Kotka, +358 5 227 550, parttia@parttia.fi, www.parttia.fi MUSEUM SHOP PLOOTU, KOTKA Plootu's selection of products for sale includes books, textiles and Maritime Centre Vellamo's own products as gifts, for yourself, for children or for adults. Maritime Centre Vellamo, Tornatorintie 99, Kotka. www.merikeskusvellamo.fi MULTICULTURAL CENTER MYLLY, KOTKA Thai restaurant, gift shop, hairdresser, Russian virtual museum, exhibitions, celebrations, meetings, Gutzeitintie 14, Sapokka, Kotka, +358 45 603 3606, info@mylly.eu, www.mylly.eu MUSEUM SHOP RASLA, MIEHIKKÄLÄ In addition to souvenirs and local handicrafts, we offer literature and music on museum themes, army goods, and specialties from Miehikkälä and the museum. Salpa Line Museum, Säästöpirtintie 70, Miehikkälä, +358 44 383 5091 matkailu@miehikkala.fi, www.salpakeskus.fi SEPPÄLÄ SHEEP FARM Ethically produced, high-quality Finnish lamb, and lamb and sheep fleeces, genuine wool in various natural colours, various hand-crafted felt products and woollen shawls. Peltotie 30, Miehikkälä, +358 50 325 8789, +358 50 338 5254, seppalanlammastila@gmail.com, seppalanlammastila.webs.com www.southeast135.fi/shopping Market in the Kotka Marketplace every first Thursday of the month! Hakamäentie 1, Kotka, www.prisma.fi Prisma. High quality at low prices. A hypermarket for the whole family, with a regularly refreshed, affordable and broad selection.

46 47 Looking for banquets, conferences or sauna room Kotka-Hamina area? In the Southeast135 area you can easily obtain a quotation from a single place: www.eventti.fi Also see the cruise and nature site services! Harjun Hovi, Virolahti MARITIME CENTRE VELLAMO, KOTKA Come to this congress facility, for experiences and the inspiration to have new ideas and make good decisions! A majestic boat hall and convertible meeting and restaurant facilities are ideal as venues for a range of meetings, celebrations, seminars and events. A free tour of the centre's exhibition is included in all facility rental. Tornatorintie 99, Kotka, +358 40 350 0497, info@merikeskusvellamo.fi, www.merikeskusvellamo.fi All you need for a successful meeting or training day in an idyllic manor setting! A wide range of meeting rooms, a 198-seat auditorium, catering, programme services, a seafront sauna and accommodation, including for larger groups. Katariinankuja 19, Ravijoki, Virolahti, +358 44 739 4040, ravintola@harjunopk.fi, www.harjunopk.fi Datariina, Kotka O`JES-TILAT, KOTKA A range of facilities for private events. A spacious, stylish celebration, meeting and representation facility with a modern kitchen and spa-style sauna area. We also offer programme services! Runeberginkatu 15 (2nd floor), Kotka +358 40 514 4672, info@ojes.fi, www.ojes.fi SANTALAHTI HOLIDAY RESORT, KOTKA A spa-inspired cave sauna world, meeting facilities, meals, accommodation all on the beach when you want to add a touch of luxury to your event. Let's plan a suitable package for you, or you can select a ready-made package. www.santalahti.fi Time for shared moments! SIRIUS SPORT RESORT, PYHTÄÄ Organise an unforgettable meeting experience for your clients in the Skyfall Restaurant's 20/40/60 person meeting facilities. +358 44 738 7830, offers@siriussport.fi www.siriussport.fi Groups Close to the centre of Kotka, Datariina provides an excellent framework for successful negotiations and training as well as events and celebrations in pleasant, modern facilities, with excellent catering. Why not end the day with a relaxing sauna evening? Heikinkatu 7, 48100 Kotka, +358 40 190 2581 aulapalvelu@datariina.fi, www.datariina.fi Maatila Tykän windmill, Hamina SALPA LINE MUSEUM, MIEHIKKÄLÄ Spend a relaxing meeting day in the historical surroundings of the Salpa Line. The Salpa Line Museum offers a range of options for recreation days, excursions, meetings and celebrations. Säästöpirtintie 70, Miehikkälä matkailu@miehikkala.fi, www.salpakeskus.fi PATRUUNANTALO STOCKFORS, PYHTÄÄ Patruunatalo offers a variety of meeting rooms and tailored packages. If you want a celebration venue with a difference, we will provide you with all the help you need for family celebrations, birthdays, weddings, office parties or other events. Harjuntie 111, Pyhtää, +358 40 187 8752 info@patruunantalo.fi, www.patruunantalo.fi www.southeast135.fi/groups This three-storey mill is modelled on a traditional windmill but is equipped with modern technology, as well as being a showcase for power-generating joiner and engineering skills and an amazing venue for banquets and various evening events. Tykäntie 28, Kannusjärvi, Hamina, tel. +358 40 847 2537, tykantuulimylly@gmail.com, www.tykka.com KÄRKISAARI, KOTKA Kärkisaari offers a full range of wellbeing services under the same roof. We provide seaside accommodation, conference and restaurant facilities, as well as venues for celebrations and other events. Kärkisaarentie 60, Kotka, +358 50 544 2214, merihuvilakarkisaari@gmail.com www.facebook.com/karkisaari, www.karkisaari.fi

48 49 GUIDE SERVICES MATTI TASKINEN KY, KOTKA Guided tours and performances based on naval history by soldier of fortune, Joe Jordan. Joe Jordan will take you on a humorous journey, to the sound of sea shanties, through the naval battles fought at Svensksund (Ruotsinsalmi) during the Russo-Swedish War.+358 50 561 9980, matti.taskinen@topastus.fi, www.mtopastus.fi PRO PESCADOR FINLANDIA Guided fishing events at sea and on rivers and lakes. +358 45 1378 235, correo@propescador.fi www.propescador.fi IT'S ALL HAPPENING AT THE MARKET PLACE Close by www.southeast135.fi/markets Kotka Marketplace Hamina Marketplace FINLANDIA NATUR Guided nature tours of the Eastern Gulf of Finland, Valkmusa National Park and the River Kymijoki. +358 45 1378 235, correo@natur.fi, www.natur.fi Hamina guides KYMENMATKAT OY BOOK AN UNFORGETTABLE GUIDED EXPERIENCE FOR YOUR GROUP! Kotka-Hamina region guide booking +358 5 211 1600, kotka@kymenmatkat.fi www.kymenmatkat.fi SOTAHISTORIAMATKAT.FI Military history tours in Kymenlaakso, tours, group tours from Helsinki and Lahti. Also on-site tours. Excursions, tours and prices: +358 40 588 5879 juha@sotahistoriamatkat.fi, www.sotahistoriamatkat.fi JYRKILÄ OY TRANSPORTATION SERVICES Bus and taxi services Kotka, Hamina, Pyhtää. Our modern fleet and skilled staff will take care of your group at all times of the day and night! Aittakorventie 2, Kotka Chartered transport services: +358 5 228 1811, tilausajot@jyrkila.com www.jyrkila.com JAPI-MATKAT A travel agent with over 20 years of experience of trips to Russia. Russian visa agency service, group travel, military history tours to Russia and chartered transport services. Kaivokatu 10, Hamina, +358 5 355 9365 myynti@japi-matkat.fi, www.japi-matkat.fi BUNKER MUSEUM, VIROLAHTI Spend a relaxing meeting day in the natural surroundings of the Salpa Line! Vaalimaantie 1318, Virolahti www.salpakeskus.fi Kustaankatu 2, Kotka A meeting place in Kotka city centre, where coffee is served all year round. A market is held on the first Thursday of the month. Sapokka Market, Kotka Sapokankatu 2, Kotka Marketplace next to the Sapokka small boat harbour. Hela 2015 Boating Supplies Market 5.5., Fish market 20. 22.5. and 15. 16.10., International Grand Markets 7.-10.7. Market Karhula Market, Kotka One of Finland's largest markets in surface area and brimming with the atmosphere of a genuine, traditional market. Summer markets from May to August and an evening market on Fridays, programme begins at 4 pm. Midsummer Week Thursday 18 June. Virolahti Summer Market Virolahti summer market in the courtyard of the Municipal Hall from June to September on Saturdays from 9 am-11 am, and on Midsummer week and Midsummer Eve. Klamila Summer Market by Uuno Klami Road on Fridays from 6 pm to 7.30 pm, except Midsummer week. Miehikkälä Summer Market Kotka guides Vesivallinaukio, Kotka Old-time market atmosphere Goods for sale on Wednesdays and Saturdays, from 6 am to 2.30 pm. Miehikkälä summer market in the market square in the centre of the church village on Fridays 3.6. 2.9. and Midsummer week, Thurs 23.6.

For families with children 50 51 SMALLER MEMBERS OF THE FAMILY WILL ALSO ENJOY THE SOUTHEAST! Only one hour from Helsinki to the east: www.southeast135.fi/kids Santalahti adventure course That's right, now is the time for tougher adventurers! Maretarium A natural aquarium of Finnish fish provides plenty to see for kids and adults of all ages! Salpa adventure The Bunker Museum offers exciting things to do and experience, including for the little ones in the family! The best Southeast tips for kids: www.southeast135.fi/ kids PERTSA AND KILU CONQUER KOTKA 2016 is the Pertsa and Kilu theme year in Kotka. Factories in the region are closing and working life is in transition, but the region still has a future. Pertsa and Kilu are so much more than the main characters of an adventure book; they sum up the straightforward, bold and enterprising nature of the people of Kotka, and their faith in the future. Using the voices of young people and under the guidance of professionals, the Kotka Youth Theatre and Kotka City Theatre will co-produce Pertsa and Kilu, to be performed on the Kotka City Theatre's Naapuri stage in April. The production is scripted by Tommi Auvinen, who wrote the original TV series, Pertsa and Kilu. You can order an adventure tour of the theatre in connection with the performance. Under the guidance of professionals, the Museum of Kymenlaakso will organise educational theatre based on the same theme, which will be interconnected with the museum's new permanent exhibition. The educational theatre is intended for families as well as schoolchildren. Drama workshops forming part of the Pertsa and Kilu educational theatre and a 'rascal tour' can be ordered from the Maritime Centre Vellamo. on the move this will get your heart pumping. Rantasalmi's famous brass band and the Rauma Youth Band will be there. The first 3,200 lucky spectators to turn up will fit into the Hamina Bastion. In cooperation with the Hamina Tattoo, Sibelius Academy, Finnish Wind Band Association and Association of Finnish Music Schools. VIROLAHTI BUNKER MUSEUM BAT PATE A small bat, Pate, believes itself to be the ruler of the Salpa Line. Your little ones can now join Pate in the Bunker Museum's outdoor exhibition area for his signposted Bunker tour. Each week during the summer, the Bunker Museum will hold guided tours for children in Pate's company, and on Children's Day in June. Bunker Museum, Vaalimaantie 1318, Virolahti CONCERT FOR THE WHOLE FAMILY BY THE KYMI SINFONIETTA 6.4. at 6 pm, Kotka Concert Hall JOE JORDAN JUNIOR TOURS 20.6. 1.8. Mondays 5 pm 6 pm Children's guided tours at the Katariina Seaside Park. Katariina Seaside Park Theatre Maritime Festival Spectacular playgrounds by the sea, free entertainment all day long! 2016 is Pertsa and Kilu theme year in Kotka. The Children's Maritime Festival is one of the most popular and largest children's festivals! JUNIOR TATTOO 31.7.2016 at 12 noon in the Hamina Bastion, entry is free of charge! The Junior Tattoo will play and move around at the Hamina Bastion! Music as a hobby is good for the mental development of all children, and playing in an ensemble sharpens up the senses and reflexes, while being part of an orchestra is ideal training for later life. Bring the whole family along to a one-hour, free-ofcharge event at the Hamina Bastion and enjoy musical performances by children and young people's orchestras Download free game from the Google Play Store or Apple App Store! 7. 28.2.2016 Children's Culture Weeks Maritime Centre Vellamo Island tours Join Jake the Emperor from Southeastland on an adventure and find all of his 135 friends! The whole bunch escaped from their vehicle to enjoy the attractions located along the E18 motorway. Adventure135 is an adventure game for junior members of the family, which will take you through the sights of the Southeast from one time and place to another. Kotka, Kouvola, Hamina, Virolahti, Miehikkälä, Pyhtää and Loviisa, www.kotka.fi/lastenkulttuuri Over 50 activity points and a brand new play area, welcome to our child-friendly museum! A beautiful archipelago awaits younger adventurers!

SOUTHEAST135 TOURISM info@kaakko135.fi +358 40 135 6588 KOTKA TOURIST INFORMATION Ask us on our Chat page www.southeast135.fi! HAMINA TOURIST INFORMATION SpaHotel Hamina, Sibeliuskatu 32, Hamina open Mon-Sat 8 am 8 pm DIGITAL SIGNAGE BOARDS Pasaati Shopping Centre, Kotka Santalahti Holiday Resort, Kotka Spahotel Hamina, Hamina Disa's Fish, Hamina ABC Majakka, Pyhtää www.southeast135.fi facebook.com/kaakko135 @kaakko135 HELSINKI PYHTÄÄ KOTKA HAMINA VIROLAHTI MIEHIKKÄLÄ Southeast135 STOCKHOLM ST PETERSBURG HELSINKI 115 KM ST PETERSBURG 188 KM