Vanaja, Hämeenlinna

Name: Vanaja
Address: Hämeenlinna, Finland

#11 among attractions in Hämeenlinna

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Facts and practical information

Vanaja is a former municipality of Finland. It was located in Tavastia Proper about 100 kilometres north of Helsinki. It is also speculated that it might have been the name for an Iron Age and early Middle Ages settlement found opposite to the Häme Castle. ()

Alternative names: Coordinates: 61°0'13"N, 24°28'10"E

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Hämeenlinna Finland

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Day trips

Vanaja – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Artillery, Häme Castle, Kauppakeskus Goodman, The birthplace of Jean Sibelius.

0.4 miW
Finnish artillery and engineering museum
Artillery, Hämeenlinna
11 min walk • The Artillery Museum of Finland, situated in the city of Hämeenlinna, offers a unique and comprehensive look into the history of Finnish artillery. This specialized museum, nestled within the historic walls of Hämeenlinna's fortress, provides visitors with an...
~1740 ftW
Museum, Forts and castles, History museum
Häme Castle, Hämeenlinna
9 min walk • Häme Castle, a formidable medieval fortress, is nestled in the heart of the Finnish city of Hämeenlinna, offering a glimpse into the Nordic country’s storied past. This historical monument, now functioning as a museum, stands as a testament to the region's rich...
0.8 miSW
Shopping, Shopping centre
Kauppakeskus Goodman, Hämeenlinna
21 min walk • Goodman is a shopping center located in the Hämeensaari district of the Hämeenlinna city center in Tavastia Proper, Finland, and it was opened on October 30, 2014. It is located on a pavement built above Highway 3, which runs through the city as a motorway.
0.4 miSW
60°59'54"N • 24°27'51"E
The birthplace of Jean Sibelius, Hämeenlinna
11 min walk • Museum, Historical place, Specialty museum
0.5 miSE
60°59'52"N • 24°28'42"E
Arx, Hämeenlinna
13 min walk • Museum
~1790 ftSW
60°59'57"N • 24°27'54"E
Palanderin talo, Hämeenlinna
9 min walk • Museum, Specialty museum, History museum
1 miSW
60°59'40"N • 24°26'53"E
Liikennepuisto, Hämeenlinna
25 min walk • Park
0.6 miSW
60°59'46"N • 24°27'46"E
Kauppakeskus Linna, Hämeenlinna
15 min walk • Shopping, Shopping centre
0.5 miSE
60°59'51"N • 24°28'42"E
Hämeenlinnan Miniteatteri, Hämeenlinna
14 min walk • Museum
1.1 miSW
Sport venue, Sport, Arenas and stadiums
Kaurialan kenttä, Hämeenlinna
30 min walk • Kaurialan kenttä is a multi-use stadium in Hämeenlinna, Finland. It is currently used mostly for football matches and is the home stadium of FC Hämeenlinna. The stadium holds 4,000 people.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Vanaja?

Nearby attractions include Häme Castle, Hämeenlinna (9 min walk), Palanderin talo, Hämeenlinna (9 min walk), The birthplace of Jean Sibelius, Hämeenlinna (11 min walk), Artillery, Hämeenlinna (11 min walk).

How to get to Vanaja by public transport?

The nearest stations to Vanaja:

Bus

Rautatieasema C • Lines: 10, 13, 14, 16, 17, 5 (7 min walk)
Rautatieasema B • Lines: 1, 11, 2, 3, 4 (8 min walk)

Train

Hämeenlinna (9 min walk)