Aulanko Tower

Aulanko Tower is a granite observation structure standing in a large park near Hämeenlinna with views across a lake and surrounding forest. The building was constructed in a Finnish architectural style and now serves as a recognizable landmark within the park setting.

Waldemar Aspelin designed the structure following local architectural traditions and built it between 1906 and 1907. The building gained legal protection, reflecting an era when such structures were considered important for public leisure and enjoyment.

This location has long served as a gathering point where people come to take in the landscape together. Visitors use the tower today much as they did generations ago, seeking views of the natural surroundings and the lake.

The tower is reached by marked paths within the park grounds that are open year-round. A nearby cafe operates only during the warmer months and offers a convenient place to rest.

Simple wooden pavilions once stood in this spot where groups of visitors gathered to enjoy the surroundings. The current tower serves as a more permanent version of this cherished gathering place, fulfilling the same purpose.

Location: Hämeenlinna

Inception: 1907

Architects: Waldemar Aspelin

Architectural style: national Romantic style

Height: 33 m

Part of: Aulanko, Aulanko Park

GPS coordinates: 61.02244,24.46957

Latest update: December 8, 2025 20:02