Discover Kauhava: Museums, Aviation and Ski Trails

When searching for a hotel in Kauhava, the area’s attractions provide a practical guide to planning your trip: you can explore historic buildings, art and aviation history, as well as seasonal trails and ski trails. The following places and routes offer different ways to make the most of your stay.

Farm History and Exhibitions

In Kosolanmäki, the Iisakin Jussin tupa farm museum represents the South Ostrobothnian building style of the late 19th century. The farmhouse, rooms and upper floor are furnished with original furniture. In addition to the residential building, the farmyard includes seven other buildings. The museum site therefore encompasses more than just the farmhouse: the other buildings are also part of the described farm complex.

The Kosolanmäki loan granary, Kosolanmäen lainamakasiini, offers a different historical perspective. It dates from the 1850s and has been preserved in its original form. Today, it is used for a variety of exhibitions and events; the programme may change. If you would like to visit in connection with a particular event, check the current dates in advance.

Galleria Kaari complements the exhibition venues with art, textiles and design. The 58-square-metre exhibition space is located at Kauppatie 88 in the same building as Kauhava City Library and the Knife and Textile Museum. Exhibitions usually change about every two months. If you are interested in a particular topic, it is best to check the current programme before planning your visit.

Aviation History and Getting Around

Kauhava Aircraft Park is a landmark of aviation history. On display are training and practice aircraft from the era of the air and flight schools associated with Kauhava. This sets it apart from the historic buildings and changing exhibitions: the focus here is on the aviation connected with the town.

For road travel, State Road 19 and Main Road 63 are relevant; both run through Kauhava. The nearest airports are Vaasa and Kokkola-Pietarsaari. If you are planning your trip through either airport, check the availability of the relevant airport services in advance.

Ski Trails of Varying Lengths

At Mäenpää, ski trails of 1, 3 and 5 kilometres are located at Lammintie 49. There is also a 6.5-kilometre ski trail in Mäki-Hannuksen Urheilupuisto at Mäkipassintie 17. These details make it easy to compare trail lengths and choose the distance that suits your ski outing. Grooming and skiing conditions are seasonal; check conditions before setting out.

Trails in the Municipality

In the surrounding municipality, the Haarus hiking trails are suitable for hiking, cycling and trail running in the snow-free and ice-free spring and summer. The trails include the 1.2-kilometre Peiponpolku nature trail, which starts at Ruskoranta. The 2.2-kilometre Joutsenenkierros hiking trail crosses a ridge formed during the Ice Age and passes Stone Age trapping pits. Trail conditions are seasonal.

Kalan Torppa is located in Hahtomaa, in the surrounding municipality. The site offers a journey back to the 1880s; its period furnishings and original items donated by the Kalan family bring history to life.

Discover more destinations: Soini, Närvijoki, Kurikka, Ojutkangas, Karijoki, Länsikylä, Jalasjärvi, Alajärvi

For the regional travel overview: South Ostrobothnia.