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The Forssa region has plenty of attractions and interesting places to visit. In the town centre, you can admire historical red-brick buildings and enjoy lush urban parks. The highlight of your trip could be taking an unforgettable steam train ride on the museum railway, seeing domestic animals on the heritage farm.
Welcome to the Forssa region!
The historic Forssa cotton mill was founded by Swedish-born Axel Wahren in 1847. The spinning mill was soon followed by a weaving mill, yarn dye works and the first industrial fabric printing plant in the country. The developing textile industry soon attracted people from near and far, and the small factory town grew into a city.
The spinning mill ceases operating in 1980, after which it has been renovated into a vibrant cultural centre and a fun place to visit.
Visit our museums and exhibitions, and enjoy refreshments at the terrace by the 36-meter-tall chimney. You can also check out the Kuhalankoski rapids and admire the green landscape which brings together the historic industrial red-brick architecture, as well as the park that borders it.
You can download the brochure of the Spinning Mill area here.
In front of the Forssa City Library stands the Hall of Fame, which introduces people who have left their mark on the city’s culture, sports, and public life. The stone pillars feature nameplates with QR codes that provide deeper insights into each person’s story in finnish.
