Granted town privileges on 17 April 1442 (then under the rule of Sweden), Rauma is known for its paper and maritime industry, high quality lace (since the 18th century) and the old wooden …

Aug 2, 2024 · Old Rauma is about 1 1/2 hour drive from Turku on a straight road cut between forests of pines. It is an heritage place protected by Unesco because of its old original one …

Rauma invites you to enjoy culture, local flavors, the calming effects of the sea, and the beauty of every season.

Rauma is the third oldest town in Finland, founded in 1442, and currently home to some 40,000 people. At the heart of the town is Old Rauma, the largest unified historical wooden town in …

Life in Rauma is easy and comfortable – the way you should feel at home. Our prosperous and vibrant city navigates boldly into the future.

Rauma – a coastal gem on Finland’s west coast – is a city where medieval charm meets modern life. Famed for its UNESCO-listed Old Rauma with colourful wooden houses and lace-making …

Rauma Tourist Information provides information about the city, places to visit, services and events, as well as tips for your holiday. In addition to Rauma, the Tourist Information also …

Jan 27, 2025 · Rauma is famous for its stunning wooden houses, which are among the best-preserved examples of wooden architecture in Finland. The old town is a vibrant area filled …

Rauma is one of the six medieval towns in Finland (with Naantali, Porvoo, Turku, Ulvila and Vyborg). It has a lot of seafaring history. It also developed a reputation for high quality lace.

It lies along the Gulf of Bothnia north-northwest of Turku. Rauma was first noted in official records in 1442. In 1550, King Gustav I Vasa of Sweden (which then governed Finland) ordered the …