Erottaja fire station, Fire station in Kaartinkaupunki, Finland.
The Erottaja fire station features a tall observation tower and stands 42 meters above Helsinki, providing views extending toward the Baltic Sea.
Built in 1891 by architect Theodor Höijer, this station houses the second oldest municipal professional fire brigade in the Nordic countries, operating since 1861.
The Fire Museum within the station displays historical firefighting equipment, including an 18th-century water tank that remained in use until World War II.
Located at Korkeavuorenkatu 26 in Helsinki, the station maintains active fire and rescue operations while offering guided tours of its facilities.
The building incorporates elements of German and Viennese military architecture, with its tower design drawing references from European architectural landmarks.
Location: Helsinki
Inception: 1889
Architects: Theodor Höijer
Address: Korkeavuorenkatu 26 00130
GPS coordinates: 60.16517,24.94528
Latest update: September 25, 2025 17:23
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