Täktom war cemetery

Täktom War Cemetery is a burial ground in Hanko containing Soviet soldiers who died during World War II in this region of Finland. The cemetery features maintained pathways and welcomes visitors throughout the year.

The cemetery was established after the Continuation War to honor soldiers who died in this region. It came into being following the armed conflicts that took place on this territory between 1941 and 1944.

The cemetery serves as a place where visitors can reflect on wartime events that shaped this region. The maintained burial grounds allow people to pay respects and connect with the history of those who lived through these years.

The site is accessible throughout the year, and well-maintained paths make it easy to walk around the grounds. Appropriate seasonal clothing is advisable since weather conditions can vary significantly depending on when you visit.

Many grave markers here belong to soldiers whose names were never identified. These unmarked graves stand as a reminder of how war left countless people unknown and unremembered by name.

Location: Hanko

GPS coordinates: 59.83167,23.02208

Latest update: December 14, 2025 18:06