Turku: Ship

Places and attractions in the Ship category

Suomen Joutsen

Sailing frigate completed in 1902 The Suomen Joutsen, anchored in the Aura River in the city of Turku, Finland, is a majestic full-rigged ship that has become an emblem of the nation's maritime heritage. Built in 1902, this grand vessel has a storied history, starting its life as a French merchant ship...

s/s Ukkopekka

The S/S Ukkopekka is a nostalgic steamship anchored in the historical maritime city of Turku, Finland. As a cherished maritime relic, this vessel offers a unique glimpse into the golden era of steam navigation, making it an essential attraction for both locals...

Forum Marinum

Nestled along the Aura River in the historic city of Turku, Forum Marinum serves as a beacon of Finland's rich nautical history and tradition. This maritime museum is a treasure trove for enthusiasts and casual visitors alike, offering a deep dive into the country's...

Föri

Föri is a ferry running across the River Aura in Turku, Finland. The ferry was completed in 1903, and it is the oldest vehicle still in daily operation in Finland. Föri is also the only municipally owned ferry in Finland.

MS Bore

MS Bore is a combination museum and hotel ship docked permanently in Turku, Finland. She was originally built in 1960 by Oskarshamn shipyard, Oskarshamn, Sweden as the car/passenger ferry SS Bore for Steamship Company Bore, Finland, then the last commercial steam ship built in...

Finnish minelayer Keihässalmi

Keihässalmi was a minelayer of the Finnish Navy. She was commissioned in 1957 and remained in service until 1994, after which she was turned into a museum ship in Turku. The vessel was named after the strait of Keihässalmi, which is located in Sipoo. Keihässalmi was the first Finnish minelayer to be constructed after World War II.

Sigyn Ship

Sigyn, built in Gothenburg 1887, now museum ship in Turku, is the last remaining wooden barque used for trade across the oceans. At the time she was built there were thousands of similar vessels, but she was one of the last ones built.

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