TOP 10 places to visit in Riihimäki Region

Riihimäki, Loppi, and Hausjärvi offer wonderful museums, nature destinations, culture, and fun activities!

We’ve gathered the Top 10 tourist attractions in the Riihimäki region below.

As the national specialist museum for glass, the Finnish Glass Museum presents the history and design of glass. Visitors can explore over 4,000 years of glass history and a 300-year tradition of Finnish glassmaking.
In addition to its historical permanent exhibition, the museum features changing exhibitions showcasing the finest international and Finnish utility and art glass, glass art, and design — including rare historical collections from around the world.

The Finnish Glass Museum is a must-see attraction located near the old Riihimäki glass factory (1910–1990). After the factory closed, new businesses moved into the premises — including  Lasismi, where you can experience the thrill of glassblowing and enjoy an unforgettable moment with hot glass.

Also located in the former factory premises is Glass Studio Mafka & Alakoski, offering visitors a chance to watch professional glassblowers at work.

Just under a kilometer from the museum is Hyttikortteli, a residential area built for the glass factory workers in the early 1900s. In Hyttikortteli, you’ll find Potti — a combined glassblowing studio and shop run by glassblower Pekka Paunila.

Located in the center of Riihimäki with good transport connections, the Riemu Museums combine visual art and cultural history in a cheerful and refreshing way. Under the same roof, you’ll find two museums: Riihimäki Art Museum and Riihimäki City Museum. Together, the Riemu Museum Center offers a dynamic and ever-changing exhibition program, as well as interesting events for all ages – all with a sense of joy!

The National Workers’ Museum showcases materials related to Finland’s labor movement, both ideologically and organizationally.

At the foot of the Loppi Church Hill, you’ll find the Local History Museum housed in a cottage named Lukkarin Puustelli. The museum’s core collection consists of over 1,000 items collected from local homes in Loppi, the oldest dating back to the 1600s.

The Hausjärvi Local History Museum celebrated its 70th anniversary in 2020, with an updated permanent exhibition. The museum now displays key aspects of the history of this rural municipality, allowing visitors to explore items, photographs, and texts.

Hunting has been an essential part of Finnish culture for ten thousand years. What began as a livelihood for our ancestors has evolved into a recreational outdoor activity that offers unique experiences and pure wild meat.

The Finnish Hunting Museum tells the story of Finnish hunting from the Stone Age to the present day. Jaakko Ojanperä’s trophy collection includes trophies and other hunting memorabilia from over a hundred species and subspecies across Africa, Asia, North America, and Europe.

In the Firearms Hall, visitors can explore the history of Finnish hunting weapons. The immersive exhibition “The Spell of the Hunt” takes visitors deep into the forest to discover what draws hunters to the activity.

The museum also features changing exhibitions and events throughout the year.

At the Loppi Shooting Sports Center, visitors can also experience the thrill of hunting. The center offers excellent facilities for both recreational and competitive hunting and sport shooting. In addition to its great location and top-notch facilities, the center has also been praised for its environmental responsibility.

The Riihimäki region offers a wide variety of outdoor trails. The trails in Loppi lead visitors through the stunning landscapes of the Häme Lake Uplands. There are nearly 100 kilometers of marked routes, passing by a network of over 300 lakes and ponds.

In Hausjärvi and Loppi, paddling routes of various lengths and difficulties cater to both experienced paddlers and beginners. Along both the hiking and paddling routes, there are several rest spots and lean-tos — perfect places to take a break and enjoy some campfire coffee.

Poronpolku showcases the region’s impressive esker landscapes at their best and is a yearly favorite for many hikers. In the southern part of the area, nature trails introduce visitors to the cycles of nature with the help of educational information boards. The entire route stretches for about 30 kilometers.

The terrain on the Luutaharju Samo Trail is varied. The Pääjärvi circular routes take hikers through a forest landscape that shifts from sandy pinewoods to open grassy areas and soft, mossy fairy-tale forests.

Located in Hausjärvi, the Kakslammi nature trail winds through a nature reserve, educating visitors about sun-exposed habitats, insects, and their food plants. The information boards also explain ways to protect and enhance biodiversity.

Hatlamminsuo, located southwest of Hatlamminmäki in Riihimäki, lies in a rolling landscape. Its conservation value comes from its diverse wetland habitats — there are a total of 40 different mire types found in the area.

Riihimäki Theatre is a small, stylish, and warm-spirited local favorite. The program is down-to-earth and appeals to regular theatergoers. A few in-house productions are staged each year, and the program is complemented by popular guest performances.

Riihimäki Youth Theatre, founded in 1991, provides comprehensive basic education in theatrical arts. The program includes a wide variety of performances throughout the year.

At Riihimäki Summer Theatre, both Riihimäki Theatre and Riihimäki Youth Theatre offer engaging performances during the summer season.

Loppi Theatre, located on the artistic hill of Sajaniemi, produces amateur performances under the guidance of professional directors. Over the years, the theatre has presented all kinds of stories, memorable events, and entertaining plays.

Miina’s Quarry (Miinan Monttu) in Hausjärvi is a summertime cultural oasis nestled in nature. It has been used as a summer theater since 1994 and can seat up to 450 theater lovers.

The International Outdoor Fair (Erämessut) in Riihimäki is the largest, most diverse, and oldest event in Finland dedicated to outdoor life. Since 1972, the fair has welcomed over a million visitors.

Hunting, fishing, hiking, and nature enthusiasts gather at the Outdoor Fair to hear the latest news in the field and to meet experts and companies from the industry.

There are also many other events in the region:
– On summer Thursdays in Loppi, you can enjoy lively evening markets with entertainment.
– Valkeavesi Soi is a unique concert experience held in Järventausta, Loppi.
– The yard of the Finnish Glass Museum hosts the annual Glass Days, a vintage glass fair.
– And in Riihimäki, you can also attend harness races on summer Sundays.

Riihimäki is home to a paradise of outlet stores! At Havi Outlet, located next to the Havi Candle Factory, you’ll be the first to get your hands on seasonal candle collections and find the largest selection of products.
At the Joutsen Factory Outlet, you can explore a wide range of down blankets and pillows, as well as timeless down jackets.

Flow Cosmetics offers locally produced natural cosmetics and positive energy straight from Riihimäki.
At the Mikkola farm market in Loppi, you’ll find a wide variety of fresh vegetables, juices, jams, and seasonal products, including homemade ice cream and mustard.

From Pelto-Seppälä’s farm, you can purchase their own meat products as well as sea buckthorn products.
Mommila Village Shop in Hausjärvi is a summer café that emphasizes products from local producers. In the old goods store, you’ll find everything from childhood toys to tin cans, magazines, tools, dishes, and retro items in all their vibrant colors.