Lakelands Sights
Hämeen Linna (Häme Castle)
Hämeen Linna (Häme Castle) Review
Swedish crusaders began construction on Hämeen Linna in the 13th century to strengthen and defend the Swedish position in the region. What began as a fortified camp evolved over the centuries into a large castle of stone and brick. In modern times, the castle, one of Finland's oldest, has served as a granary and a prison, and it is now restored and open to the public for tours and exhibitions. The castle sits on the lakeshore, 1 km (½ mi) north of Hämeenlinna's town center. Tours in English take place every hour in the summer and are available every hour in winter by appointment only.
- Address: Kustaa III:n k. 6, Hämeenlinna, Hämeenlinna, 13100 | Map It
- Phone: 03/675-6820
- Cost: €5 includes guided tour
- Hours: May--mid-Aug., daily 10--6; mid-Aug.--mid-May., weekdays 10--4, weekends 11--4.
- Website: www.nba.fi/en/hame_castle
- Location: Hämeenlinna
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