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Welcome to Hamina
WELCOME TO THE COAST OF GOOD WINDS! It's all about the loaction!
CRUISE PORT HAMINAKOTKA - THE PORT OF OPPORTUNITIES Port of HaminaKotka is responsible for the marketing, customers, product development and co-ordination of the cruise business in the cities of Kotka and Hamina. Kotka and Hamina are on the Southeast coast of Finland at the Finnish Coastline right where the rapids of River Kymijoki, the biggest river in Southern Finland, rushes to meet the sea. The wonderful nature and city parks, dazzling history of the border region, outstanding cultural events and sights and thousands of friendly people welcome travelers for a memorable visit. The berthing places for cruise ships are in the City Center of Kotka island, Hamina or Mussalo port areas, close to the old city of Porvoo, Lakeland Lappeenranta, and only a 100 minute journey from Helsinki on the E18 highway. 100 NM from Tallinn and 125 NM from St. Petersburg. The port of the picturesque boutique cities by the sea, Kotka and Hamina, is located a stone’s throw away from all the experiences. Your guests are able to experience, within a few hours, the soul of whole Finland - from the pulsating capital to the exotic nature, from pushing one’s limits to finding an inexplicably glorious peace of mind. The getaway destination to Finland!
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Hamina is operated by the Port of HaminaKotka, located 5 km from the city centre of the historical border town Hamina. Hamina is located nearby Kotka (15 min) by the E18 motorway, and between the metropoles Helsinki and St. Petersburg (Russia), only 20 min from the Russian border.
Throughout centuries, Hamina has been a meeting place between the East and West, and it has been located alternately on both sides of the national frontier. This is where the land and sea meet each other; in the winter intertwined in snow, and in the summer the waves caress the seaside sand and the rocky shores of the archipelago. This is where the history of the unique circular centre of Hamina with its fortress meets the beautiful countryside. This is where happy people meet each other – in the sunny streets and festivals of a summer’s day, on the trekking paths in the peace and quiet of the natural environment, and in the autumn and winter events filled with a special atmosphere.
Number of inhabitants (01/2020) 20 134
Total area 1 155 km²
Sea areas 522 km²
Land areas and inland waters 633 km²
Currency €
Main languages are Finnish and English.
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PORT OF HAMINAKOTKA PORT AREA IN NUMBERS: •1,100 ha of land areas •1,400 ha of sea areas •9 km of quays •76 berths •90 km of railways HAMINA EU1-EU4 Length: 609 m, Swept Draught: 11,2-13,2 m, Width: 50 m, Air draught: Unlimited ANCHORAGE Available: Inner Roads, SERVICES Fresh water: Yes, Bunkering: Yes, Waste disposal: Yes, Oily waste collection: Yes, Sewage collection: Yes, Hazardous waste collection: Yes, LNG: Yes, Shuttle service: Can be arranged, Ships tenders allowed: Yes, Pilotage compulsory: Yes, Tugs: Available, Tidal movement/range: None Berthing policy: First in first out
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HAMINA IN A NUTSHELL
Hamina is a seaside town located in south-eastern Finland in the region of Kymenlaakso. The town is known worldwide for its unique, historical star-shaped fortress that surrounds the town’s round city plan.
Throughout its history, Hamina has been a hub of international trade and transportation of goods: the port of HaminaKotka is in fact the second largest commercial port in Finland. The diverse industrial landscape, supported by the vivid harbour ranges from a modern datacenter to innovative cleantech, forest industry, technology industry and chemical industry.
Hamina is also known for its long tradition as a proud military town: The army reserve officer school and garrison are located inside and right outside the city walls. Approximately 1500 conscripts from all over the country are trained there as reserve officers annually. Adding to the long line of military tradition the town also hosts a military music festival, Hamina Tattoo, every two years. The festival brings military marching bands from all over the world to perform in the mighty Hamina Bastioni, the largest open air canopy in Europe. Also, the tallest flagpole in Europe was erected in Hamina to celebrate 100 years of Finnish independence. Hamina truly is a world-class small town.
If you enjoy both historical and modern settings, nature and urban lifestyle, ample opportunities for work and business, lively and diverse culture, Hamina is the place to be.
Circular town centre and fortress
The sights along the circular streets of the old town centre are all close to one another. Hamina and its history can be viewed more broadly from the ramparts of the fortress surrounding the centre.
Flag Tower
A flag tower of the fortress commander was built at the tip of the Helsinki Bastion in 1790. The bastion and the ramparts around it were demolished in 1889.
Hamina Bastion – Central Bastion
The Central Bastion built in 1803-1811 is the largest bastion in the fortress of Hamina. Its 58 casemates, i.e. masonry vaults, were originally designed as explosion-proof storage facilities.
Guard buildings of the fortress
Access to the fortified Hamina was possible through three gates provided with booms and drawbridges. There was a guard building at each gate. The medieval highway between passed through Hamina.
Reserve Officer School
The main building of the Imperial Cadet School of Finland, which used to be located in Hamina in 1821-1903. Since 1920, the main building has been used by the Reserve Officer School.
Archipelago
Tervasaari and Rampsinkari with their visitors’ marina, cafeterias, terraces, museum ships, beaches and picnic sites! Starting point for cruises to the National Park of Eastern Gulf of Finland.
Kymijoki River
The River Kymijoki is full of rapids where rapid-shooters, canoeists and fishermen will have unforgettable experiences. River rafting and more easy-going river cruising is a must experience!
St Mary’s Church and Church Museum
The medieval stone church dedicated to St Mary is the oldest building in South-Eastern Finland.
St John’s Church
The Neoclassical church of the Lutheran parish follows the design of Greek temples. The church was built in 1843.
Orthodox Church of St Peter and St Paul
A rare Neoclassical round temple from 1837 with Byzantine influences, designed by the Italian-French architect Louis Visconti.
Exciting extras
CATCH OF THE DAY
Experience fishing at the rapids of Siikakoski. The Kymijoki River is famous for being the best salmon river in Southern Finland. Or go out on the Finnish Gulf and experience the excitement out in the archipelago.
COUNTRY EXPERIENCE ON HORSEBACK
Enjoy your stay in the beautiful countryside scenery on a Finnhorse at Harju Manor and experience the beauty and silence of the nature.
TAKE A HIKE ON THE SUOMEN SALPA DEFENSE LINE
The Salpa Trail offers an excellent natural setting for outdoor exercise and refreshment. Suomen Salpa is a bunker line on the eastern border of Finland. It was built during the Interim Peace between the Winter War and the Continuation War to defend Finland as a 1200 km bar against a possible Soviet invasion.
SWIMMING IN WHITE WATER RAPIDS
An unique experience to try is swimming in white water rapids. A memorable experience in the Kymijoki River in a beautiful landscape.
There is more on the menu, pls. contact cruise@haminakotka.fi for additional information!
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Contacts
Port of HaminaKotka Ltd.
Petra Cranston
Project Manager, Cruise Business
petra.cranston@haminakotka.fi
Phone: +358 20 790 8811
Mobile: +358 50 518 8895
Merituulentie 424
48310 Kotka, Finland