Tuusula

Tuusula is a municipality in the Uusimaa region located about 30 kilometers north of Helsinki. The area spreads across 225 square kilometers of land with lakes, forests, and open countryside in southern Finland.

The area changed from a parish into an independent municipality in 1653, marking the start of its development as an administrative region. This shift laid the foundation for the community's expansion and growth over the following centuries.

The lake drew Finnish artists who made their homes here across generations, leaving behind a creative heritage. Visitors today can explore their former houses to understand how these painters and writers lived by the water.

The municipality has a well-developed network of schools including 18 primary schools, four secondary schools, and three high schools. The area offers good infrastructure for families and visitors, with lakes and forests that invite outdoor activities.

The Kellokoski ironworks began production in 1795 and shaped the region's economy for nearly two centuries until closing in the 1980s. This industrial site left a significant mark on local development and the landscape.

Location: Uusimaa

Inception: 1643

Elevation above the sea: 63 m

Reference: 858

Part of: Uusimaa, Helsinki sub-region, Helsinki metropolitan area

Shares border with: Vantaa, Hyvinkää, Järvenpää, Kerava, Mäntsälä, Nurmijärvi, Sipoo

Website: https://tuusula.fi

GPS coordinates: 60.40278,25.02917

Latest update: December 19, 2025 22:55