Unforgettable experiences and memorable moments

Companion Programme 2011

Design matters

Finland is alive with design, on show and on sale everywhere. Some of Finland’s great design names are Alvar Aalto, Marimekko, Harri Koskinen, Paola Suhonen, Iittala. Find out what makes this nation so crazy about form and design; visit working studios and take a sneak peak of the offerings at Designdistrict.fi to discover the up-and-coming young talents.

Finnish Business Success Stories

Although small in size, Finland tops many of the world’s best-of-charts consistently. Upfront and uncomplicated, we want to offer a behind-the-scenes visit to the world of Finnish business culture. Join us for a tour of one of the Finnish business success stories!

Golden Age of the Finnish Arts

Let there be light! The Finnish arts started to flourish in the early 20th century, when several artists from different fields of art decided to draw on the rich heritage of the Finnish national epic Kalevala and the rural tradition. Follow in the footsteps of the painter Akseli Gallén-Kallela around Helsinki, listen to our great composer Jean Sibelius’ music and admire the works of the painter Albert Edelfelt. Turning the spotlight a century back will reveal the real roots of the modern-day Finland.

For lovers of extreme experiences

Would you have the guts to try the Finnish sauna with us? Our refreshing trip to a sauna in the beautiful archipelago of the Baltic Sea will make an indelible impression on you. What about rally car racing? Come and see for yourself how fast we Finns really are!