Built on an island connecting two lakes, Olavinlinna Castle stands as the northernmost stone fortress from the Middle Ages still intact. Founded in 1475 by Knight Erik Axelsson Tott on behalf of the Swedish Crown, it was constructed to protect the Savo region from Russian forces. Explore the stone castle, take in scenic views of the lakes, and visit the castle museum and Orthodox museum to learn more about the history of the structure and region. View artifacts collected from the fortress, religious icons, and items from Finland and Russia. The Savonlinna Opera Festival has been held here since 1912. Ask Inspirock to suggest an itinerary and make planning a trip to Savonlinna fast, fun, and easy.
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We got to the castle about an hour before closing and spent the next hour exploring. The castle itself is in great shape and there are a number of rooms to explore and some old walk passageways to...
We got to the castle about an hour before closing and spent the next hour exploring. The castle itself is in great shape and there are a number of rooms to explore and some old walk passageways to... more »
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we visited out of season and was pretty much the only people there, in main part of Castle it was warm but obviously cold in the outer parts. The reception was very informative with leaflets on the..... more
we visited out of season and was pretty much the only people there, in main part of Castle it was warm but obviously cold in the outer parts. The reception was very informative with leaflets on the..... more »
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I have been here every year for the past 4 years. I am drawn to how majestic the castle looks in sunset. Breath taking.
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Very beautiful historical castle. We had a nice walk in a wonderful weather.
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