Old Town Raahe

A charming coastal town brimming with enchanting tales, rich history, and vibrant culture awaits discovery. Feel a whisper of internationality in the sea breeze as you wander the idyllic alleys of the 19th-century wooden town with its captivating museums. The magic of this wooden house milieu lies in its intricate details, in colors kissed by the sun and sculpted by the sea winds, as well as in friendly encounters. Embrace the unhurried pace and let time slip away in Old Town Raahe, where the echoes of the past dance harmoniously with the present.

Stepping into the old town of Raahe feels like a journey back to the 19th century. Old Town Raahe is one of the best-preserved wooden towns from the 1800s in Finland. It is not a museum area but a living neighborhood that tells the story of the city’s construction and way of life from centuries past to the present day. Old Town Raahe is home to 150 old residential houses and around 200 outbuildings.