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Things to see in Heinola (Finland): 13 places and when to go
Heinola is a town in Finland, and this site lists 13 places in and around it, mainly Wildlife (4), Nature (4), Temples (2). The best known are Tähtiniemi Bridge, Heinola Parish Church and Heinolan helluntaiseurakunta. The best time to come is December to March and June to September; also possible: April to May and October. In June there are 18 h 53 of daylight, and in December, 5 h 06. Here is what there is, when to go, how to get there and what else is nearby.
In a nutshell
- Where
- Finland · 61.2109, 26.0385
- Places
- 13 places on this site, in the town and around it.
- What people come for
- Wildlife (4) · Nature (4) · Temples (2) · Food and drink (2) · Hiking (2) · Architecture (1)
- Best time
- December to March and June to September.
- Also possible
- April to May and October.
- Nearest airport
- HEL Helsinki (Vantaa), 115 km as the crow flies
What to see in Heinola
The places in and around Heinola, best known first, each with its own page: what it is, when to go and what is next to it. Distances are from the centre, as the crow flies.
- Tähtiniemi BridgeCable-stayed harpform bridge in Heinola, Finland1.6 km
- Heinola Parish ChurchChurch in Heinola, Finland4.8 km
- Heinolan helluntaiseurakuntaTemples525 m
- Heinolan kaupunginmuseoMuseum1.1 km
- Heinola Market SquareSquare in Heinola, Finland988 m
- JuustopolkuHiking8.8 km
- Kilkkilän farmiWith kids · Wildlife16 km
- NiemennokkaProtected area7.8 km
- Pyssyharju (Natura 2000)Protected area4.4 km
- Tattarisaaren luonnonsuojelualueProtected area14 km
- Tsar poplarRemarkable tree1.2 km
- Valo-IlvesHiking · Snow6.5 km
- ViiniheilaWinery2.5 km
When to go to Heinola
The best time to visit Heinola is December to March and June to September; also possible: April to May and October. This comes from its own places: a month counts as the town's best time when it is the best time for half of what there is to see.
- JanBest time5:59
- FebBest time8:36
- MarBest time11:19
- AprPossible14:20
- MayPossible17:06
- JunBest time18:53
- JulBest time18:07
- AugBest time15:32
- SepBest time12:32
- OctPossible9:37
- NovBetter not6:47
- DecBest time5:06
Best timePossibleBetter notHours of daylight
In June there are 18 h 53 of daylight, and in December, 5 h 06. In June, 13 of the 13 places are at their best.
When to go to Finland in general, with its festivals and peak seasons, is in its country guide.
Getting to Heinola
The nearest main airport is Helsinki Vantaa Airport (HEL, Helsinki (Vantaa)), 115 km as the crow flies. How to get around Finland (train, car, bus) is in its country guide, and what to sort out before you leave is in its checklist.
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Other towns nearby
- Kalkkinen7 places21 km
- Lahti37 places31 km
- Vuohijärvi15 places42 km
- Padasjoki5 places43 km
- Mäntyharju6 places47 km
- Kouvola24 places52 km
And all of Finland, in its country guide.
Frequently asked questions
What is there to see in Heinola?
The best known: Tähtiniemi Bridge, Heinola Parish Church, Heinolan helluntaiseurakunta, Heinolan kaupunginmuseo. In all, 13 places in the town and around it, all on your trip map from day one.
When is the best time to visit Heinola?
December to March and June to September; also possible: April to May and October. In June there are 18 h 53 of daylight, and in December, 5 h 06.
How do you get to Heinola?
The nearest main airport is Helsinki Vantaa Airport (HEL), 115 km away. From there, directions opens the route on the map.
How do I add it to my trip?
Create a trip with Heinola as the destination and these 13 places are on your map, each with its category. The ones you like go into a day's plan with one tap, and Kokai reminds you when you pass nearby.
Keep reading
- FinlandBefore travelling to Finland: 6 things worth sorting out, each with its deadline. For Spanish citizens, a Spanish ID card (DNI) is enough to get in.
- Wildlife271 places for wildlife in Finland, from Old Rauma to spots hardly anyone knows. Best time: June to September. Each with its own season by altitude and daylight.
- Where to travelPick what you fancy (mountains, beaches, museums…) and the months you have free, and Kokai tells you which countries to go to and what to see there.
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