Kärkölä

Kärkölä is a municipality in Päijänne Tavastia, Southern Finland, spread across a landscape of forests, lakes, and scattered rural communities. The area centers on Järvelä, where local services and transport connections are concentrated.

The area became an independent municipality in 1867 after separating from Hollola parish, while a church had already stood there since 1754. This early settlement shaped how the community developed and organized itself over time.

The name Kärkölä derives from the Finnish word 'kärki,' meaning point or end, reflecting how locals view their place in the region. Residents maintain strong ties to the area through traditional practices and connection to the local landscape.

The area connects to the Riihimäki-Lahti railway line through Järvelä station, offering regular train service to larger Finnish cities. Getting around depends mainly on local buses and the train, as the region is spread out and car travel is common.

The Huovila area was shaped in the late 1800s by engineer Carl Constantin Collin, who built extensive parks and residential complexes that still stand today. Visitors can see how his designs influenced the local architecture and open spaces.

GPS coordinates: 60.86766,25.25107

Latest update: December 7, 2025 20:47