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ATTRACTIONS AND EVENTS Castle Ruins
Eino Leino House
The Eino Leino -house is a tribute to one of the best- Built in the 17th century, the Kajaani Castle watched
loved Finnish poets, Mr. Eino Leino (1848–1926). The over the important waterway between Ostrobothnia
house is situated at the mighty Lake Oulujärvi, where and Russia. The castle that also protected the city
Leino was born and where he started his career, of Kajaani, was blown up by the Russians in 1716
which spanned poetry, translations and journalism. during the Great Northern War. The ruins have
been protected and are one of the most important
Season: June–August, other times please inquire. landmarks in Kajaani.
All group visits by advance reservation.
Languages: English + German via Kajaani Tourist Guides Season: Year-round, open 24/7
Services available: Guided tour of the house, Languages: Information signs in English
the exhibition and the environment. Location: Kajaani city center
Refreshments to be reserved in advance. Website:
Location: Sutelantie 28, Paltaniemi www.visitkajaani.fi/en/service/kajaani-castle-ruins
(14-minute drive from Kajaani city center) Contact email & phone:
Website: www.einoleinotalo.fi kajaani.info@kajaani.fi, +358 8 6155 2555
Contact email & phone:
einoleinotalo@gmail.com, + 358 40 088 1166
Paltaniemi Old Church Tar Canal
The 300-year-old church is known for its magnificent The tar canal on the River Kajaaninjoki is the world’s
ceiling paintings that portray different biblical events. only still functioning tar canal, which makes it a
The appearance of this wooden, okra colored church unique attraction. Tar was one of Finland’s most
is from 1840s and its bells were casted in the 17th important export products from the 1500s until the
century. The church is not only a very popular late 1800s. The tar barrels were loaded onto boats
attraction, but there are also wedding ceremonies and transported. You can see tar boat demonstration
during the summer and church services. shows a few times a year in Kajaani.
Season: June–August Season: Year-round, 24/7
Note: Languages: Information signs in English
Groups may also book guided tours outside the season Location: Kajaani city center
Languages: English, German via Kajaani Tourist Guides Website:
Location: www.visitkajaani.fi/en/service/kajaani-tar-boat-canal
10 km from Kajaani city center, Paltaniementie 851 Contact email & phone:
Website: kajaani.info@kajaani.fi, +358 8 6155 2555
www.visitkajaani.fi/en/service/paltaniemi-old-church
Contact email & phone:
kajaani.info@kajaani.fi, +358 8 6155 2555
