Fiskars

It can be difficult to choose Finland's most picturesque coastal town, especially with places like Fiskars, which is located west of Helsinki. At Finnish geography, you are in the right place if you enjoy art or good food. Here, development and nature appear to have come to a mutually respectful understanding. You can feel this whether you stroll peacefully through the city's streets or when you choose to hire a barge to sail the river.

A home created in 1818 by Charles Bassi, an architect of Italian descent, is the most significant architectural landmark in Fiskars. The community of artisans and artists is located in the village, which has fewer than 1000 residents and is a well-liked summertime tourist destination. The village's industrialization has been aided by the river Fiskars (Swedish), Fiskarinjoki, or Fiskarsinjoki (Finnish).

The factory is now a thriving hub for Finnish design and art. The factory neighborhood, where 600 people live, is particularly well-liked by designers, craftspeople, and artists. The Fiskars Bruk is a well-liked tourist spot, particularly in the summer. There is still enough to see and do in the winter thanks to a variety of exhibitions, conferences, lodging and dining options, as well as seminars and retail establishments. The Fiskars Village Art & Design Biennale debuted in 2019 in the village, which is home to several notable Finnish designers and design businesses, including Kim Simonsson, Karin Widnäs, Nikari, and Feathr.

• Location: Uusimaa