cathedral
Helsinki Cathedral
A striking neoclassical Lutheran cathedral overlooking Senate Square in the heart of Helsinki.
1 km · about 5 min drive
Uusimaa, Finland · Europe
Punavuori works well as a base: 29km from Nuuksio National Park.
Punavuori is a town located in Uusimaa, Finland. With a population of 9,258, it is an important destination in Europe.
On a road trip, Punavuori 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 Punavuori to your route.
Punavuori (Finnish: [ˈpunɑˌʋuo̯ri]; Swedish: Rödbergen) is a neighbourhood in the center of Helsinki, the capital of Finland. The name Punavuori (lit. 'red mountain') refers to red cliffs located between Sepänkatu and Punavuorenkatu. They were still visible in the 19th century, nowadays they are covered with buildingsRead more
and pavement. Punavuori was traditionally a working-class neighbourhood, today it is known as a bohemian district popular among artists, students and hipsters. It is one of the most densely populated areas in Finland.
After the new location and growth of Helsinki in the 18th century, Punavuori became the area next to the center. During the 19th century the district had a seedy reputation. Most of the brothels and beerhouses were found in Punavuori. The social problems were aggravated by quickly built rent-apartments for the poor.
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Punavuori is located in Uusimaa, Finland, Europe. The coordinates are 60.1614 latitude, 24.9367 longitude.
Punavuori has a population of approximately 9,258 people, making it a town in Finland.
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Full driving guide for Finland7 notable places within an hour's drive.
cathedral
A striking neoclassical Lutheran cathedral overlooking Senate Square in the heart of Helsinki.
1 km · about 5 min drive
cathedral
A remarkable Lutheran church in Helsinki excavated directly into solid rock, topped with a copper dome that floods the interior with natural light.
1 km · about 5 min drive
castle
A sea fortress built on a group of islands off the coast of Helsinki, one of the largest maritime fortresses in the world.
3 km · about 5 min drive
landmark
Helsinki's beloved amusement park operating since 1950 with all profits going to Finnish child welfare organizations.
3 km · about 5 min drive
cafe
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.
3 km · about 5 min drive
national park
A pristine forest and lake wilderness just 30 minutes from Helsinki, offering easy access to quintessential Finnish nature.
29 km · about 35 min drive
landmark
A riverside town of cobbled lanes and ochre-red shore warehouses, a favourite day-drive east of Helsinki.
48 km · about 55 min drive
May to September
Far northern latitude: short daylight hours outside summer make long drives harder.
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