The gems of Aalto’s architecture in Helsinki, Jyväskylä and Seinäjoki
Discover this experienceExperience Jyväskylä the capital of Alvar Aalto’s architecture combined with Seinäjoki where Aalto also left an indelible mark.
Jyväskylä, which is located in the heart of the Finnish Lakeland boasts more Alvar Aalto buildings from different periods of his career than any other city in the world. Jyväskylä has thus really earned its title as the Capital Alvar Aalto ‘s Architecture.
Alvar Aalto has left an indelible mark also on the city of Seinäjoki, situated amid the open landscapes of Ostrobothnia. The Aalto Centre in Seinäjoki is a globally significant architectural complex at the cutting edge of modern architecture.
A visit to both cities will give an in-depth insight into Alvar Aalto’s architectural thinking through the decades, while also hearing exciting stories about Aalto not only as an architect but as a designer and a private person. During the tour, you will also see the beauty of the Finnish Lakeland and the vast open fields of Ostrobothnia and enjoy a glimpse of the traditional Finnish way of life in the two towns and the nearby countryside.
Experience Highlights
- Aalto Center in Seinäjoki, a significant example of modern functionalism.
- Jyväskylä, the Capital of Alvar Aalto’s architecture with the largest number of masterful buildings in the whole world designed by Aalto.
- Accommodation in Alvar Aalto’s building, the Säynätsalo Town hall.
The gems of Aalto’s architecture in Helsinki, Jyväskylä and Seinäjoki
Duration
5 days
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Availability
All year on request. The availability of services and prices are verified at the time of booking.