Salo

Salo is a town in Southwest Finland positioned between the major cities of Helsinki and Turku, connected by the E18 highway that runs through the municipality. The area features three golf courses, downhill ski slopes, hiking trails, and water activities for canoeing and swimming.

The town received market town status in 1887 and grew through multiple municipal mergers that expanded its boundaries over subsequent decades. These consolidations shaped the municipality into its present form.

The electronics museum here documents how the region became known for manufacturing televisions and radios during the 20th century. Walking through the exhibits, you can see the machines and products that shaped the town's identity for generations.

The warmest months from May through September offer the best conditions for hiking and water activities, while golf courses remain playable year-round. The ski slopes operate during winter, making the area suitable for different seasonal pursuits depending on your visit timing.

The name Salo comes from a former island that existed a thousand years ago, which disappeared as the land gradually rose through post-glacial rebound. This slow geological shift transformed the entire landscape of the area over millennia.

Location: Southwest Finland

Inception: 1887

Reference: 734

Shares border with: Koski Tl, Kimitoön, Lohja, Marttila, Paimio, Raseborg, Sauvo, Somero

Email: kirjaamo@salo.fi

Website: https://salo.fi

GPS coordinates: 60.38792,23.12487

Latest update: December 14, 2025 18:40