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Old Rauma

Plizio editorial teamUpdated: Jun 2026Data Sources

Historical site

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Old Rauma is the largest unified wooden town in the Nordic countries and was inscribed on the UNESCO World Heritage List in 1991. The area covers approximately 28 hectares and consists of around 600 buildings, most of which are still used as private residences or craft workshops. Rauma received its city rights in 1442, making it one of the oldest cities in Finland. A prominent landmark is the Church of the Holy Cross, dating back to the late 15th century, which originally served as part of a Franciscan monastery. The current architectural appearance is largely defined by the Neo-Renaissance style of the late 19th century, adopted during renovations following several major urban fires. The winding alleys and well-preserved wooden facades represent a significant monument to medieval town planning and traditional Nordic woodworking expertise.

Location: Finland
Nearby: Kaaro (4 km)

Best time to visit & climate

The most pleasant time to visit is Jun–Aug.

	Jan	Feb	Mar	Apr	May	Jun	Jul	Aug	Sep	Oct	Nov	Dec
Avg °C	-2	-3	-1	3	9	13	17	17	13	7	3	0
Rain mm	58	44	38	38	49	58	59	71	69	77	71	66

📋 Practical info

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Visiting

Old Rauma is a residential neighbourhood with narrow wooden streets, freely accessible at any time. Historic buildings can be viewed from outside, some house museums.

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Typical hours

The streets and public areas are open 24/7. Museum and shop opening hours are seasonal, typically between 10am and 5pm.

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Photography

Photography on the streets and in front of the houses is unrestricted. Flash is usually prohibited inside museums.

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Time needed

Allow about two to three hours to leisurely explore the winding alleys. If you also want to visit the museums, plan for half a day.

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Combine with

Combine the visit with the nearby Holy Trinity Church and the Rauma Museum. The port of Rauma with its archipelago is also worth seeing.