Jyväskylä – Aalto’s Lakeland impressions

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Main building of the Jyväskylä University campus is the most famous one in the area. Photo: Maija Holma, Alvar Aalto Foundation
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This experience is an intimate exploration of Aalto’s structural poetry: the University of Jyväskylä Campus, a testament to his genius. The serene Säynätsalo Town Hall. Then add the architectural allure of the Jyväskylä City Theatre, a stage for cultural narratives, and the spiritual resonance of Muurame Church.

Each visit isn’t to a site but to a story—a narrative shaped by Aalto’s dedication to innovation and elegance. Dive into the depths of architectural marvels and discover spaces that redefine the essence of form and function.

Discover Aalto’s diverse architectural phases in a three-day tour of the Jyväskylä region. From the early classicism to functionalism and from renowned Säynätsalo Town Hall’s architecture in brick to the Jyväskylä City Theatre’s monumentalism, this tour blends Aalto’s heritage with the Petäjävesi Old
Church’s heritage and the natural beauty of Lakeland, complemented by local hospitality.

Experience Highlights

  • Säynätsalo Town Hall
  • University of Jyväskylä Campus
  • UNESCO site Petäjävesi Old Church
The Aalto2 Museum Centre’s new section connects the Alvar Aalto Museum (left) and Museum of Central Finland (right). Photo: Maija Holma, Alvar Aalto Foundation.
The Aalto2 Museum Centre’s new section connects the Alvar Aalto Museum (left) and Museum of Central Finland (right). Photo: Maija Holma, Alvar Aalto Foundation.
The Alvar Aalto Museum’s permanent exhibition tells the story of Alvar, Aino and Elissa Aalto's architecture, design and personal lives. Photo: Maija Holma, Alvar Aalto Foundation.
The Alvar Aalto Museum’s permanent exhibition tells the story of Alvar, Aino and Elissa Aalto's architecture, design and personal lives. Photo: Maija Holma, Alvar Aalto Foundation.
Jyväskylä University main buildings entrance hall gets its light from the skylights. Photo: Tero Takalo-Eskola, Visit Jyväskylä
Jyväskylä University main buildings entrance hall gets its light from the skylights. Photo: Tero Takalo-Eskola, Visit Jyväskylä
All the interiors for the Säynätsalo Town Hall were also designed by Aalto's studio. Photo: Tero Takalo-Eskola, Visit Jyväskylä
All the interiors for the Säynätsalo Town Hall were also designed by Aalto's studio. Photo: Tero Takalo-Eskola, Visit Jyväskylä
Petäjävesi Old Church is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Photo: Visit Jyväskylä, Tero Takalo-Eskola.
Petäjävesi Old Church is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Photo: Visit Jyväskylä, Tero Takalo-Eskola.

Jyväskylä – Aalto’s Lakeland impressions

Duration

3 days

Accessible

No

Availability

All year round

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