Spotcards

Kunto-Lutra

Kunto-Lutra in Alavus is a multipurpose hall that houses a swimming pool and versatile indoor fitness facilities, including a gym.

Keskisen Kyläkauppa in Tuuri is Finland’s largest department store and the country’s most popular tourist attraction. With more than six million visitors a year, Keskisen Kyläkauppa is Finland’s largest department store and most popular travel destination. The atmosphere, stunning details and surprising encounters it offers are impossible to put into words – they must be experienced in …

Glass hut on the shore of Alavudenjärvi

This unique glass hut with a viewing tower is one of the concrete steps taken to promote the year-round recreational use of the shores of Kirkkojärvi and Vähäjärvi. At the hut, you can enjoy a relaxing break and grill sausages after outdoor activities or climb up the viewing tower to admire the view across the …

Alavus Church

Designed by architect Kauno S. Kallio, Alavus Church was completed in 1914. Archbishop Gustaf Johansson consecrated the church on Michaelmas, 4 October, of that same year. Painted by artist Oskari Paatela, the church’s altarpiece depicts Jesus Christ being taken down from the cross. Dating from 1970, the church’s 35-stop organ was designed by organist Pentti …

Töysä Granary

The old granary, located by the church, was donated to the Töysä Village Association by the local association of landowners. The granary’s wall is adorned by a relief depicting the famous composer Toivo Kärki. The top floor houses an exhibition of objects related to the local church history. In summer, a café operates on the downstairs …

Töysä Museum, Shop Museum and Pharmacy Museum

Maintained by the Töysä Village Association, Töysä Museum offers an introduction to the local history at the beginning of the 20th century and during war and to the working lives of cobblers and shopkeepers. Töysä Museum consists of two buildings, one of which houses the Shop Museum and the Pharmacy Museum. The Shop Museum building originally …

Töysä Church

The main part of Töysä Church was built in 1800, but its tower was not completed until 1824. The church was commissioned by Heikki Kuorikoski, who was involved in the construction of Alavus Church at the time. The tower’s plans were drawn up by the Superintendent’s office. The wooden church, which seats about 700 people, …

Distillery manager’s house

Spend a memorable night in Koskenkorva! Located next to the distillery, this solid stone house was originally built as spacious living quarters for the distillery manager and his family, but it has been converted into unique holiday accommodation that has room for ten people. The building offers high-quality spaces for various events, including a large …

Art Gallery Harri

Art Gallery Harri is located by road 66 close to the centre of Alavus in a beautiful spot on the shore of Alavudenjärvi. The building is owned by the Town of Alavus. The art gallery opened its doors on 22 September 1990. Its changing exhibitions present works by a wide range of interesting artists. The …

Old War Veteran’s Museum

Run by the Alavus Historical Association, the Old War Veteran’s Museum is located in an old granary next to Alavus Church. The museum derives its name from a poem written by J.L. Runeberg, the national poet of Finland, for his book The Tales of Ensign Stål. The museum’s exhibition covers two floors, which house items …