Kuhmo Attractions
From Vuokatti it is 66km/41mi to Kuhmo, a small town in the barren territory of eastern Finland which has become world-famous for the Chamber Music Festival held annually in July. The town's most notable building is the New Library (by Nurmela, Raimoranta and Tasa, 1989) on the banks of the Pajakka rapids, an outstanding example of contemporary Finnish architecture.
Chamber Music Festival
Kuhmo Chamber Music Festival is held annually in July.
The festival was founded by cellist Seppo Kimanen in 1970 and includes five to six concerts each day.
The small village of Kuhmo provides a tranquil background for this world-renowned event.
The festival was founded by cellist Seppo Kimanen in 1970 and includes five to six concerts each day.
The small village of Kuhmo provides a tranquil background for this world-renowned event.
Kuhmo Chamber Music Festival
Mannerheimintie 44 A, 3rd floor
SF-00260 Helsinki
Finland
Mannerheimintie 44 A, 3rd floor
SF-00260 Helsinki
Finland
Kalevala Village
Outside the town on the road to Suomussalmi can be found the "Kalevala Village", with reconstructions of old houses and craftsmen's workshops.
Costumed staff demonstrate tar-making, woodcarving, fishing and other tasks. There are also cultural exhibitions and artisan displays.
Costumed staff demonstrate tar-making, woodcarving, fishing and other tasks. There are also cultural exhibitions and artisan displays.
Hours
June 3 to August 25
| Mon | Tue | Wed | Thu | Fri | Sat | Sun | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Open | 10:00 | 10:00 | 10:00 | 10:00 | 10:00 | 10:00 | 10:00 |
| Close | 17:00 | 17:00 | 17:00 | 17:00 | 17:00 | 17:00 | 17:00 |
Open for groups by appointment from May through September. Admission listed includes Trail Tour.
Guides
Guided tour available as optional extra.
