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Suomenlinna - The Gibraltar of the north

Suomenlinna is one of the largest sea fortresses in the world. It was founded in 1748 and it is located on six islands outside Helsinki’s city centre. Suomenlinna is listed as an UNESCO World Heritage site. The Ehrensvärd Society offers program at Suomenlinna for groups and for individual visitors.

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Excursions and interesting sites

Are you an independent adventurer or do you enjoy a guided walk? Read more about our excursions to Suomenlinna, Lonna and Vallisaari.

Full history of Suomenlinna

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Augustin Ehrensvärd

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Suomenlinnan museokauppa

History of Suomenlinna

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Mysterious Vallisaari island

Feel amazing nature in this untouched getaway just few hundred meters from Suomenlinna.

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Ehrensvärd Society

The Ehrensvärd Society was founded in 1921 with the purpose of informing the public about the Suomenlinna fortress and its history.

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