Sights in Urjala
Nuutajärvi Glass Village
In Nuutajärvi glass has been blown since 1793, and it is the oldest glass village in Finland. The buildings in the area date back to the 1850s, and they host workshops and shops. In addition to glassblowers, ceramists, metalsmiths and goldsmiths work in the village.
You can observe the artisans' work from close range and you can try glass or metal working if you book a time in advance. NuGO-shop, Puukonttori and workshops sell art and utensils.
Opening hours and more information
Pruukinraitti 15, Nuutajärvi
Pölkinvuori Expercience Garden
The unique Experience Garden Pölkinvuori contains an unforgettable experience of an experience garden, onion flower park, extensive nursery service and good cafe products in a beautiful natural landscape. There is plenty to experience from spring to autumn, even our four-legged friends are welcome on leashes. PÖLKINVUORI
Ikaalantie 105 31700 Urjala as www.polkinvuori.com Reservations 0405016933 Open 13.5.-31.10. every day from 10 am to 6 pm
Pölkinvuori scenery view point and hut
An incredible destination in southern Finland, with a forested view of the horizon up to more than 40 km. The place has even been compared to our national landscapes. The height difference on the cliff is as much as 87 m.
15-person hut from €10/h includes fire, cleaning, firewood and accessories. There is also the possibility of catering to order. The viewing area is included in the entrance fee.
Oiva Toikka bird nest
The Lintukoto is a permanent exhibition of glass birds designed by the artist, professor Oiva Toikka (1931–2019). Toikka's birds were produced in Nuutajärvi for more than 40 years. The first series-produced "Siepot" took flight in 1972, starting the birds' migration journey around the world. Lintukoto tells the story of both birds and Oiva Toikka. Entrance fee.
Contact information:
+358 045 631 7788
info@nuutajarvenpruuki.fi
Pruukinraitti, Nuutajärvi
Nuutajärvi manor
The current main building of the Neo-Renaissance-style Nuutajärvi manor was built by Johan Furuhjelm in 1822. The Nuutajärvi manor offers a unique milieu for parties, meetings, courses and trainings. Nuutajärvi manor house can be visited on guided tours during event days.
Nuutajärventie 400, Nuutajärvi
Inquiries and reservations:
Sauli Siekkinen
p. 040 772 2652
sauli.siekkinen(at)gmail.com
Design Museum Prykäri
The Nuutajärvi glass village milieu and its old buildings are currently protected by the Finnish Museum Agency. The glass factory's beer brewery, or prykäri, has operated in the premises of the Design Museum. The museum has a representative collection of glassware made in Nuutajärvi from the 19th century onwards.
The museum will be opened again for the summer season, and the museum is open in the winter season by agreement.
Contact information:
+358 045 631 7788
info@nuutajarvenpruuki.fi
Pruukinraitti, Nuutajärvi
Carrara-ART/home gallery
Carrara ART Home Gallery is a cultural space where you can explore the works of artist Henry Carrara. On display are paintings, drawings, glass art and a collection of works by African artists.
Open by appointment
Henri Carrara
tel. 045 349 7743
Salmenraitti 15b, Urjala
Instagram: henricarrara
Taikayöntie
Taikayöntie runs along highway 230 and Nuutajärventie, and there are many services provided for tourists and cottagers along the road.
A national Taikayöntie scenic route runs from Urjala via Punkalaidun to Huittinen and makes a nice round inside Urjala around Rutajärvi lake.
Ikaalan Isotalo Museum
The museum is the main building of an old farmhouse. Its oldest part, "pakari", was built in the 18th century as a smoke house. The Isotalo estate has been in the same place in Ikaala village since the 16th century.
This is a private museum, and it is open upon request.
Inquiries +35840 506 1238
Välkkiläntie 222, Ikaala
Väinö Linna's Study
In the Urjala public library there is an exact replica of Väinö Linna's study and the original furniture and belongings from his home in Hämeenpuisto, Tampere. The Linna family moved there in 1962. Linna's entire personal property was donated to the library.
More information and opening hours
Tampereentie 4, Urjala
Urjala Church
The wooden cruciform church designed by Martti Tolppo was completed in 1806. The clear-lined church is mainly neoclassical.
In summer, this roadside church is open to visitors from Tue to Fri from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. and on Sun from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., otherwise open upon request.
Inquiries +35840 804 8832
Urjalantie 12, Urjala
Halkivaha Church
Halkivaha church is a nice little church which was built between 1923 and 1926. The blueprints of the church and the bell tower were drawn up by the achitectural office Heikki Tiitola. Halkivaha church bells are the second biggest in Finland.
Inquiries +35840 707 3910
Vesilahdentie 1530, Halkivaha
Urjala Museum
Urjala's local museum is situated on a quiet and idyllic hill. It tells about the lifestyle of a Tavastian peasant in late 19th century and the life of a smallholder farmer-artisan in the 1940s. Free entrance.
Open in summer 2024:
5.7.-2.8.2024 on fridays klo 10-16.
Inquiries +35840 335 4250
Museotie, Urjalankylä
Urjalankylä Stone Sacristy
The first church in Urjala was perhaps built in Urjalankylä already in the 14th century. There is still a stone sacristy which dates back to 1520s or 1540s in the same location. The church and the cemetery became cramped for space, and in the early 19th century they decided to build a new church in the middle of the rural municipality in Laukeela.
Urjalankylä Stone Sacristy Punkalaitumentie 433, Urjalankylä
The reserve barracks memorial stone
The memorial of the reserve barracks is situated in the Huhti village on top of the cliff with a great view of the reserve barracks area.
The Urjala reserve troop included 18 parishes, and two age groups of men from the Southwest Häme region underwent the training. The training was continued for as long as 17 summers.
Field fortresses
A large portion of these fortresses protected by the Antiquities Act are on private land, and in the Urjala museum area there are trenches that the public can see for free.
I WW field fortresses
Between 1915 and 1917 the Russians started to build field fortresses to defend themselves from the German invasion. There is a large area of trenches and fortresses in Urjalankylä from that time.