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Things to see in Kouvola (Finland): 24 places and when to go
Kouvola is a town in Finland, and this site lists 24 places in and around it, mainly Temples (6), History (4), Wildlife (4). The best known are Verla, St. Ursula's Church, Kouvola and Arboretum Mustila. 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 45 of daylight, and in December, 5 h 14. Here is what there is, when to go, how to get there and what else is nearby.
In a nutshell
- Where
- Finland · 60.876, 26.709
- Places
- 24 places on this site, in the town and around it.
- What people come for
- Temples (6) · History (4) · Wildlife (4) · Hiking (4) · Nature (3) · With kids (3)
- Best time
- December to March and June to September.
- Also possible
- April to May and October.
- Nearest airport
- HEL Helsinki (Vantaa), 114 km as the crow flies
What to see in Kouvola
The places in and around Kouvola, 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.
- VerlaFinnish UNESCO world heritage site21 km
- St. Ursula's Church, KouvolaRoman Catholic church building in Kouvola, Finland882 m
- Arboretum MustilaFinland arboretum23 km
- TykkimäkiAmusement park in Kouvola, Finland3.8 km
- Iitti ChurchChurch in Iitti, Finland18 km
- Kuusankoski ChurchChurch in Kouvola, Finland5.7 km
- Käpylä ChurchChurch in Kouvola, Finland1.2 km
- Kouvola Central ChurchChurch in Kouvola, Finland923 m
- Koria Railway Bridge1925 railway bridge in Kouvola, Finland5.6 km
- WredebyManor in Kouvola, Finland23 km
- Aquapark-vesipuistoWater park in Kouvola, Finland3.8 km
- Elving TowerHistory · Architecture31 km
- Iitti MuseumLocal museum in Iitti, Finland18 km
- Valkealan helluntaiseurakuntaTemples8.9 km
- Iitin ylikunnallinen ulkoilureittiHiking25 km
- Käyrälammen uimarantaBeaches3.7 km
- KuutinkämppäHiking34 km
- Määkijä Lapp HutHiking32 km
- Mielakan RinnekeskusSki resort2.0 km
- Mini farmWith kids · Wildlife3.9 km
- Niivermäen luonnonsuojelualueProtected area3.8 km
- Panimo HoppaBrewery5.5 km
- Resin CottageHiking35 km
- Tupalan luonnonsuojelualueProtected area12 km
When to go to Kouvola
The best time to visit Kouvola 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 time6:06
- FebBest time8:39
- MarBest time11:19
- AprPossible14:18
- MayPossible17:01
- JunBest time18:45
- JulBest time18:00
- AugBest time15:29
- SepBest time12:32
- OctPossible9:39
- NovBetter not6:52
- DecBest time5:14
Best timePossibleBetter notHours of daylight
In June there are 18 h 45 of daylight, and in December, 5 h 14. In June, 23 of the 24 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 Kouvola
The nearest main airport is Helsinki Vantaa Airport (HEL, Helsinki (Vantaa)), 114 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
- Anjala6 places21 km
- Vuohijärvi15 places31 km
- Lapinjärvi12 places39 km
- Kotka17 places47 km
- Heinola13 places52 km
- Ravijoki7 places54 km
And all of Finland, in its country guide.
Frequently asked questions
What is there to see in Kouvola?
The best known: Verla, St. Ursula's Church, Kouvola, Arboretum Mustila, Tykkimäki, Iitti Church. In all, 24 places in the town and around it, all on your trip map from day one.
When is the best time to visit Kouvola?
December to March and June to September; also possible: April to May and October. In June there are 18 h 45 of daylight, and in December, 5 h 14.
How do you get to Kouvola?
The nearest main airport is Helsinki Vantaa Airport (HEL), 114 km away. From there, directions opens the route on the map.
How do I add it to my trip?
Create a trip with Kouvola as the destination and these 24 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.
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