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See and experience Vaasa and the Vaasa Region

Find your own version of the Vaasa region

Your journey of discovery has brought you to the Vaasa region – welcome! Are you planning to explore the unknown archipelago or enrich yourself with experiences in museums and restaurants? Whatever you choose, everything is close by – you won’t risk accidentally ending up on the wrong continent during your adventure.

  • We have gathered the best tip lists that will surely come in handy when you’re looking for destinations, planning your vacation in Vaasa and the surrounding area, or dreaming of new experiences.

  • The unique Kvarken Archipelago is Finland's only Natural World Heritage Site on the UNESCO World Heritage List.

  • Sights and attractions

    Check out the most interesting sights – put on your walking shoes, hop on a bike, or get in the car and start exploring the Vaasa region!

  • In the Vaasa region, you don't have to choose, as amazing nature experiences and vibrant urban life can easily be combined in one trip.

  • The municipalities in the Vaasa region offer a large selection of cultural and tradition events. Culinary enjoyment is also a good theme for a tour of the region.

  • In the Vaasa region, enjoying good food is part of the local culture. Traditional fish soup, thick-crust pizza and beautifully presented gourmet food all go hand in hand here.

  • We’ve compiled a list of all the saunas in the Vaasa region! Find your favorite and enjoy the heat.

  • Vaasa has excellent transportation connections, and it is easy to reach us regardless of where you are coming from

  • Here you find information about tourist information, traffic, brochure and maps and other useful things to know when you visit our region.

What's on?

Here are some of the hottest events - find out more about what's on by visiting the event calendar

22-30.7 Korsholm Music Festival, Korsholm/Vaasa

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25-26.7 Kaaos festival, Vaasa

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31.7-2.8 Vaasa Festival, Vaasa

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8-10.8. Vaasan Marssi - international walking event

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8-10.8 18th Century Fair of Isokyrö, Isokyrö

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14.8 The Night of Arts, Vaasa

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15-17.8. VALHALLA - obstacle course race, Vörå

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16.8. Kyröfest - A festival or a yard party gone big and mad?, Isokyrö

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In the events calendar you find events from the whole region

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