Hanko

Take advantage of travelling to Finland with Stena Line and plan a road trip that includes vibrant cities, historical towns and stunning national parks – with plenty of time for fresh food and revitalising saunas along the way!

Less than two hours' drive from Helsinki, Hanko is a well-positioned port for Stena Line travellers arriving in Finland. But don’t just rush away; the town has a history of being a great summer destination.

Hanko holds the title of sunniest spot in Finland, and the 19^th century town was once popular with rich tourists before Finland’s independence in 1917. Still to this day, visitors can enjoy the Regatta Spa hotel and the Hangon Casino, a renowned seaside restaurant that has been serving customers for 150 years.

Every July, the nautical crowd comes to town for the Hangon Regatta (and its after-parties), and surfers and windsurfers enjoy the conditions at Finland’s most southerly point.

With 130 kilometres of coastline, Hanko is a perfect place for those seeking a bay – or an island - to themselves. There are over 90 small islands and islets within the city limits. Coastal cruises from the harbour are popular ways to explore the archipelago.

For an unforgettable experience, spend a night at the outlying Bengtskär Lighthouse – the tallest in the Nordics – and keep a watchful eye on the rolling waves.

Wildlife fans will enjoy the birds that flock to the cape during their migration across the Gulf of Finland, and seals are often spotted on the outer archipelago.

WHAT ELSE TO SEE

Nearby towns offer a taste of Finland’s rich heritage: from Raasepori’s medieval castle and Mustion Linna manor house, to the artisan villages of Fiskars and Billnäs and the well-preserved craftmanship of Tammisaari’s wooden houses.

With Hanko’s easy access to Helsinki and the southern coastline, a fabulous holiday to Finland begins with Stena Line.