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Handcrafted food.Restaurant Kuparipaja’s menu captures the spirit of the Fiskars village; contemporary style and design against a historical backdrop.The menu reflects the four seasons in both taste and colour.Welcome to world of flavours!
Göran J. Ehrnroothin tie 110470 FISKARStel +358 (0)19 237 [email protected]
Joy of discovery & beloved brands:
Fiskars, Iittala, Arabia and Hackman.
Fiskars shop Tornikellorakennus
Fiskarsintie 22
Inspiring garden ideas
Isidorintie 4, 10470 Fiskars • Tel. 0207 424 591 • www.gardenshop.�Open 10am–5pm from 18th April 2015: April and September Tue–Sun, May–August every day
Great selection of locally produced container plants. We also provide variable selection of annual �owers, garden decorations and supplies.
OLKIKAUPPAwww.olkikauppa.fi Peltorivi 5-7
LOCAL ART, CRAFT AND DESIGN CLOCK TOWER BUILDING, FISKARS · www.onoma.org
DESIGN SHOPFiskarsintie 22, Fiskars
www.kanttishop.fifacebook: Kantti shop
FISKARS VILLAGE SPRING–SUMMER 2015
www.fiskarsvillage.fiWE LOVE WOOD (s)Copper smithy
24 May–20 September 2015ONOMA’s summer exhibition deals with wood as the material of architects, designers, cabinet makers
and artists and the forest as their source of inspiration.
My Kalevala exhibition 14 June–20 September 2015
Blacksmiths from Finland, Sweden, Norway, Denmark, and Estonia
present their interpretations of the theme in Granary.
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We rent small cottages in the beautiful nature surrounding Fiskars Village.Two of the cottages are situated on
islands and the third is reachable by car.
More information and bookings: www.forestal.�FISKARSINTIE 38 www.camillamoberg.fi
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CAMILLA MOBERG DESIGNS
SIRIUSGALLERI SHOP MYYMÄLÄ
TAKOPAJAMaster BlacksmithUpi Anttila050 590 2797
BlacksmithInari Alasoini050 330 8621
SMEDJAN – THE FORGE
Boutiques and services
Historical architecture and the unique nature of the river valley create a place beyond comparison. There are several architecturally and historically significant sites located in the village. The architects include renowned figures such as Lars Sonck and C. L. Engel.
The village is surrounded by steep wooded slopes with rugged trees, leafy groves, and lakes of untouched natural beauty, inviting visitors to hike, fish, and pick berries and mushrooms. It is easy to get a feel for the local wilderness on the Tree Species Path and the Fiskars Nature Trail. Our reliable partners also organize a wide range of activities in Fiskars and its surroundings.
The uniqueness of Fiskars Village is highlighted by the range and high standard of the boutiques in the village. You can find products from highly regarded brands as well as unique design products. On the village main street, you can find jewelers’ creations, furniture, chocolate and textiles, among others. On your way to the upper village, you can sample some of the products from the local brewery and take a look at hand-make knives, leather products, and the wonderful world of straw. Fiskars Village has products for all the senses, and the high quality of the shops is a matter of pride. Visitors can also try their hand at a range of handicrafts by joining a workshop. As well as giving visitors a feel of everyday life as a handicraft worker, they can also make something genuinely useful under the supervision of a professional. The workshops include glass blowing and forge work.
During the summer season, the boutiques and services are generally open between 11 a.m. and 5 p.m. every day of the week.
Tourist informationPeltorivi 6
The summer tourist information point in Fiskars Village, which is located on the square, serves customers between May 15 and September 20, 2015 every day between 11 a.m. and 5 p.m.
The tourist information point provides information about the companies in the area and their services.Kick bikes can also be hired for the whole family. Fiskars Village service maps are readily available all over Fiskars Village.
Fiskars was established 366 years ago in Fiskars Village and has grown into an international company that is proud of the centuries of handicraft tradition in its birthplace. Fiskars Village is part of the international Fiskars Group. Further information: www.fiskarsgroup.com.
Spring Market, March 21 and 22, 2015As spring begins, the village invites visitors to enjoy good food and product offers at the Spring Market in the Assembly Hall and Granary. Free entry.
Knife event, May 16 and 17, 2015. The largest event organized by the Finnish Knife Club at the Assembly Hall exhibits knives, products, and accessories made by Finland’s best knifesmiths. Free entry.
Summer exhibition WE LOVE WOOD(s), May 24 to September 20, 2015. ONOMA’s summer exhibition deals with wood as the material of architects, designers, cabinet makers and artists and the forest as their source of inspiration. Copper smithy’s exhibition area.
Summer event at the Fiskars Museum, June 6, 2015Lively Hammarbacken – presentation of exhibitions, work, and workshops led by traditional villagers.
My Kalevala exhibition, June 14 to September 20, 2015Blacksmiths from Finland, Sweden, Norway, Denmark, and Estonia present their interpretations of the theme in Granary.
Village theater: Hypnosis, June 27 to July 18, 2015The village theater Valimo is showing a play entitled Hypnosis. Director: Hannele Rubinstein.
Fiskars’ Antiques Event, July 9 to 12, 2015. The number one event for antiques enthusiasts in Fiskars, at the old Knife Factory.
Nordic forging championships, July 30 to August 2, 2015The fifth forging championships will be held in Fiskars at the old Aurapaja (Plow workshop). One representative of each of the Nordic countries will compete in each of the three categories.
Meeting of the Brits, August 9, 2015. A picnic-style meeting of British cars on the Fiskars square. Free entry.
Maan Maut – Farmers’ Market, August 29 and 30, 2015Tasty local food and delicacies from many local producers at the Assembly Hall. Free entry.
COMING UP IN THE FALL SEASON
Slow Food Festival, October 3 and 4, 2015. The largest event in Fiskars Village in the fall season. Good food, cleanly and fairly produced. In Copper smithy, Granary and the Assembly Hall.Local handicraft expertise and
a diverse range of exhibitions Fiskars Village has solidified its position as a place where high-quality Finnish handicrafts, design and art are made and exhibited. More than a hundred creative professionals live and work in Fiskars. Together, they form a co-operative called ONOMA. This unique community has been organizing exhibitions showing the skills of both domestic and international artists for over 20 years.
Several exhibitions will be held in Fiskars Village next summer: ONOMA’s summer exhibition entitled WE LOVE WOOD(s), a forge exhibition entitled My Kalevala, a ceramics exhibition entitled Karin Widnäs – at home X, and exhibitions in the Fiskars Museum.
FISKARS VILLAGE SPRING–SUMMER 2015 www.fiskarsvillage.fi
Lohja 44 km
Hanko 55 km
Turku 104 km
Pori 220 km Tampere 232 km
Lahti 176 kmHämeenlinna 155 km
HELSINKI 88 km
FISKARS
Location and connectionsFiskars is located in the town of Raasepori, in the Pohja area west of Karjaa, approximately 90 kilometers (56 miles) west of Helsinki.Train connection to Karjaa: www.vr.fiBus schedules: www.matkahuolto.fi
From June 6 to August 15, Friman Matkat organizes a direct bus connection from Helsinki to Fiskars and back on Saturdays (not on June 20).The bus departs the Helsinki Kiasma stop at 10:30 a.m. and leaves Fiskars at 4 p.m. Round-trip price: EUR 35 for adults, EUR 25 for students/pensioners, EUR 17,50 for children aged 4 to 17. Further information: www.frimanmatkat.fi.
FiskarsInfoTourist informationFI-10470 FiskarsTel. +358 (0)19 277 [email protected]
Eat and sleep well in FiskarsThere are many good reasons for gourmands to come to Fiskars – in every season. Fiskars has high-quality restaurants and atmospheric cafes that are open all year round, inviting visitors to enjoy local specialties in the unique village surroundings. Popular food events, such as the Spring Market on March 21 and 22, the Maan Maut – Farmers’ Market on August 29 and 30, and the Slow Food Festival on October 3 and 4, strengthen the village’s diverse offering of local food.
Visitors sleep well in the high-quality hotels in Fiskars Village. Fiskars Wärdshus is Finland’s oldest inn in continuous use. A comfortable environment, friendly service, and a good atmosphere have become traditions of the 15-room hotel. The comfortable Hotel Tegel operates in the former cutlery mill, along with the FiskarsForum conference center. The beautiful, stylish hotel rooms utilize local handicrafts. The hotel’s 13 rooms provide rest for the soul, body, and eyes.
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