Lahti and Jyväskylä – Aalto and Saarinen architectural path

In Lahti and Jyväskylä, Alvar Aalto and Eliel Saarinen’s architectural masterpieces are on vivid display.

Begin your journey in Lahti and encounter Aalto’s tranquil mastery at the Church of the Cross, resonating with spiritual harmony, and Saarinen’s meticulous Art Nouveau in Lahti City Hall. In Jyväskylä, see Aalto’s Muuratsalo Experimental House and Säynätsalo Town Hall, culminating in a comprehensive experience of Finnish architectural heritage. This tour weaves through the legacy of two Finnish greats, their distinctive yet complementary styles forming a rich tapestry of design right in the middle of Finland. Each structure narrates a tale of architectural evolution, challenging and reshaping your perceptions, leaving a lasting impression of their transformative influence.