EXPERINECE URJALA

Lammiharju DiscGolfPark is a beginner-friendly course for disc golf enthusiasts, set in the scenic surroundings of Lammiharju. The course is free to play, but players are asked to be considerate of other users of the area.

The course has 18 holes and runs partly along a fitness trail and through forest terrain. It also offers challenges for more experienced players. The first part of the course circles a gravel pit, after which it continues into the forested area around the fitness trail.

A special feature of the course is its four downhill holes, the longest reaching up to 124 metres. More demanding fairways have been built in the forest section of the course.

• Disc golf discs can be borrowed from the Urjala Library.
• In winter, the area is reserved for cross-country skiers.

An enchanting tourist route on the border of Satakunta and Pirkanmaa. The nationally recognized Taikayöntie tourist route runs from Urjala through Punkalaidun to Huittinen. Within Urjala itself, the route also makes a pleasant loop around Lake Rutajärvi. Along Taikayöntie (Road 230) and Nuutajärventie you will find a significant number of services for visitors and holiday residents.

When you set off from Urjala’s church village, for example from the market square, towards Punkalaidun, you will pass the impressive Urjala Church and local shops before arriving in Urjalankylä. Along the way you will see place names such as Hunninko and Kiimankulma.

You could also stop by the Väinö Linna Route, which you can explore independently or by booking a guided tour with the Urjala Tourist Guides.

A guided route through the landscapes behind the Under the North Star trilogy.
The guided Väinö Linna Route is perfect for anyone interested in history and literature who wants to experience the landscapes of this Finnish classic.

The historic ironworks village of Nuutajärvi and its old buildings are today protected heritage sites under the Finnish Heritage Agency.

In the premises of the Design Museum, the glass factory’s former brewery, known as the prykäri, once operated. The museum features an impressive collection of glassware produced in Nuutajärvi, dating back to the 19th century.

This slow-flowing canoe route starts in Urjalankylä at the Astalantie launching site and ends at Kuokkalankoski. The route is 53 km long and is navigable throughout the summer. 🛶

Many of these sites, protected under the Antiquities Act, are located on private land. However, trenches are freely accessible to the public in the Urjala museum area.

World War I Field Fortifications
Between 1915 and 1917, Russian forces began constructing an extensive belt of field fortifications to defend against a possible German attack. From this period, a large area of trenches and fortifications can still be seen in Urjalankylä.

Lintukoto is a permanent exhibition of glass birds designed by artist and professor Oiva Toikka (1931–2019).
Toikka’s birds were produced in Nuutajärvi for more than 40 years. Lintukoto tells the story of both the birds and Oiva Toikka.

The Hakkila Mobile Route brings the past of Hakkila village to life through stories. The route leads through landscapes where local traditions, stories, and historical events are revealed with the help of a mobile application. As you walk along the route, you will hear stories about the people, livelihoods, and everyday life that have shaped this unique village environment.

The route is suitable for anyone interested in local history, cultural landscapes, and a storytelling way of exploring the surroundings – at your own pace while enjoying nature. Downloading and using the app on your phone is free of charge.