P. E. Svinhufvud statue

The P. E. Svinhufvud statue is a bronze figure standing in front of Parliament House in Helsinki, depicting the former president in a relaxed pose. One hand rests in his pocket while the other leans on a column, creating an informal and thoughtful stance.

The monument was created by sculptor Wäinö Aaltonen in the late 1950s and unveiled in 1961. It stands as a tribute to one of Finland's most influential statesmen of the 20th century.

The monument honors one of Finland's most important political figures, whose name remains familiar to many today. You see it right in front of Parliament, greeting visitors as they approach the entrance steps.

The statue sits in front of Parliament House and is easy to spot and reach from Mannerheimintie street. The location is walkable and forms a natural stop when visiting the Parliament area.

The monument pairs with another statue of President Ståhlberg, and together they frame the Parliament entrance steps. This arrangement creates an intentional dialogue between two important leaders in Finnish history.

Website: https://hamhelsinki.fi/sculpture/p-e-svinhufvud-waino-aaltonen

GPS coordinates: 60.17235,24.93429

Latest update: December 14, 2025 17:03