Ostrobothnia Travel Guide

Finland

A beautiful old town by the sea. Old wooden houses and narrow streets.
A beautiful old town by the sea. Old wooden houses and narrow streets.
Located along the west coast of Finland near the city of Vaasa, the Kvarken Archipelago, together with the High Coast of Sweden forms a transboundary site.  It is one of only 46 marine World Heritage Sites!

It’s also one of the best places in the world to witness land uplift! The land is rising so fast, that you’ll be able to walk to Sweden…. in 2000 years!

Before visiting the Kvarken Archipelago, the best place to start is the Terranova Nature Centre located in nearby Vaasa, where you will get further geological information about the area and see which animals and birds you might be able to see on your visit.

Read more: http://monkeysandmountains.com/kvarken-archipelago
Vaasa which includes a marina and a sunset
Vaasa which includes sailing

Popular cities in Ostrobothnia

Vaasa featuring snow and a city
Vaasa
Known for Shopping, Museums and Churches
Get away to Vaasa! Enjoy the museums, churches and entertainment.
Jakobstad
Jakobstad
Known for Churches, Ports and Cathedrals
Experience the churches, museums and history in Jakobstad!
Kristiinankaupunki
Kristiinankaupunki
Known for Churches, Libraries and Cathedrals
Get away to Kristiinankaupunki! Enjoy the churches, library and riverfront.
Vaasa featuring snow and a city
Korsholm
Known for Shopping, Family-friendly and Business
Come to secluded Korsholm and enjoy its boating, water parks and UNESCO site.
Kronoby
Kronoby
Head to sights like Kortjärvi Nature Trail as you discover the local area in Kronoby.
Vöyri
Vöyri
Check out the local area in Vöyri as you venture to sights like Kalapään Uimaranta.