Alberga manor

Alberga is a wooden manor house in Leppävaara protected as an architectural monument, showcasing traditional Nordic construction methods from the late 1800s. The building displays craftsmanship through its wooden design and the creative reuse of materials in its structure.

The manor was built between 1874 and 1876 as a summer residence for Feodor Kiseleff, a wealthy businessman connected to Helsinki's sugar industry. Its construction reflects the economic influence and status of the family during that era.

The name 'Sokerilinna' reflects the building's deep connection to the sugar industry that shaped the area, keeping a piece of local industrial history alive in everyday language. Visitors walking through the space can sense how this heritage remains woven into the place's identity.

The building is located on Leppävaarantie and can be rented for events and gatherings through the city administration. Visitors should plan visits in advance since it serves primarily as a venue rather than an open museum.

The manor was partly constructed from recycled wood salvaged from sugar boxes, earning it the nickname "Sokerilinna" or "sugar castle". This resourceful approach to building materials reveals an inventive solution from that era.