Gift ideas Finland

The Wirén house was built in 1906 for a train driver, Otto Wirén, and his wife Anna, a semi-noble family. Mrs. Wirén lived in the house until 1970, and after her death the family sold the house to the City of Kouvola, turning the area into a historic ensemble. Since then, an artisan gift store and a traditional café have kept the house alive. The owners are still there, welcoming visitors with a big heart and a smile. Juha, who has a passion for history, organizes guided tours of the neighborhood.

Located in the beautiful resort of Kenkävero, this is a lovely jewellery and home decor shop. Inside, everything is nicely stocked in a modern atmosphere. Cheap gift ideas: jewellery, including beautiful earrings and pendants, designer candle holders, some beautiful tableware... The best part: you can also participate in creative workshops where Pauliina explains how to create a unique piece of jewellery!

A large handicraft shop where you can find cuddly toys, decoration, design objects, ready-to-wear, but also, more unusual, an impressive collection of painted roosters (719 pieces in all!). The best part: everything is exclusively made in Finland. But that's not all, nearby, you can find a pleasant café-restaurant, a delicious (!) pastry shop, a "summer shop" open from June to August which honours local artists and craftsmen, as well as a large garden which, in spring and summer, is full of flowers.

The history of this knife factory is an integral part of the history of the town. The old factory was built during the Winter War in 1940. And its total destruction by the Germans was avoided thanks to a young man who was able to thwart the attack after hiding in an oven. Unfortunately, you won't find here any details about this story, but you will find here a shop displaying knives famous beyond the country. They are sold at lower prices than those available in the country's shops and you can ask for a personalized engraving.

On the second floor of the Forum shopping center, you'll find this boutique to delight Moumines fans! On the menu: tableware, accessories, toys, clothes and even sweets in the Moumines colors. It's a great gift idea for young - and even older - fans of the tender characters created by Tove Jansson. There's also another outdoor boutique, not far from the Chapel of Silence. Two complementary addresses to discover the fascinating world of Moumines!