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Koskela

Uusimaa, Finland · Europe

About Koskela

Koskela works well as a base: 28km from Nuuksio National Park.

Koskela is a town located in Uusimaa, Finland. With a population of 3,351, it is an important destination in Europe.

On a road trip, Koskela sits in Finland, where you drive on the right. It's in the Europe/Helsinki time zone. Below you'll find where to stay, things to do nearby, and everything you need to add Koskela to your route.

About Koskela

Koskela (Swedish: Forsby, lit. "rapids village") is a district in the city of Helsinki, Finland. There are about 3,300 inhabitants. The borough is surrounded by Käpylä, Kumpula, Vanhakaupunki, and Oulunkylä. Koskela is located in the subdivision of Vanhankaupungin peruspiiri, near the rapids close to the mouth of the

Read more Vantaa River. The earliest mention of the human settlement in Koskela dates back to 1417, which makes it the oldest part of Helsinki. Koskela can be divided into two distinct areas: the small north side dominated by detached housing and the dense south side with apartment buildings. The streets of Puu-Koskela (wooden Koskela) have been named after municipalities in Uusimaa. Before the recession of the 90s, Koskela had many kiosks and stores. After the financial collapse, only one Alepa remained in the center of the apartment building district.

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Koskela offers many attractions including tourist sites, museums, parks, and local restaurants. Explore famous landmarks, scenic roads, and natural wonders on our interactive map and plan your visit.

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Where is Koskela located?

Koskela is located in Uusimaa, Finland, Europe. The coordinates are 60.2185 latitude, 24.9668 longitude.

What is the population of Koskela?

Koskela has a population of approximately 3,351 people, making it a town in Finland.

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Quick Information

Population
3,351
Continent
Europe
Country
Finland
Region
Uusimaa
Timezone
Europe/Helsinki
Coordinates
60.2185, 24.9668

Emergency & Services

Essential numbers in Finland

Police
112
Ambulance
112
Fire
112
Driving side
right

Winter tyres mandatory December–February.

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Worth the detour from Koskela

7 notable places within an hour's drive.

landmark

Linnanmäki

Helsinki's beloved amusement park operating since 1950 with all profits going to Finnish child welfare organizations.

4 km · about 5 min drive

cathedral

Helsinki Cathedral

A striking neoclassical Lutheran cathedral overlooking Senate Square in the heart of Helsinki.

5 km · about 10 min drive

cafe

Café Regatta

Tiny red 1887 fisherman's hut on the Töölö shoreline, now Helsinki's best-loved café: cinnamon buns and coffee by the water, sausages grilled over an open fire, kayaks and SUPs for rent off the jetty.

5 km · about 10 min drive

cathedral

Temppeliaukio Church (Rock Church)

A remarkable Lutheran church in Helsinki excavated directly into solid rock, topped with a copper dome that floods the interior with natural light.

6 km · about 10 min drive

castle

Suomenlinna

A sea fortress built on a group of islands off the coast of Helsinki, one of the largest maritime fortresses in the world.

8 km · about 15 min drive

national park

Nuuksio National Park

A pristine forest and lake wilderness just 30 minutes from Helsinki, offering easy access to quintessential Finnish nature.

28 km · about 30 min drive

landmark

Porvoo Old Town

A riverside town of cobbled lanes and ochre-red shore warehouses, a favourite day-drive east of Helsinki.

43 km · about 50 min drive

When to drive here

May to September

Far northern latitude: short daylight hours outside summer make long drives harder.

Nearby Destinations

Other places to explore near Koskela.

Kumpula

🇫🇮 Finland

1 km awayPop. 4,305

Veräjämäki

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1 km away

Viikinranta

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1 km awayPop. 1,303

Käpylä

🇫🇮 Finland

1 km away

Oulunkylä

🇫🇮 Finland

1 km awayPop. 23,854

Toukola

🇫🇮 Finland

1 km awayPop. 8,750

Arabianranta

🇫🇮 Finland

1 km awayPop. 7,278

Metsälä

🇫🇮 Finland

2 km away

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