Vesilahti church

Vesilahti Church is a wooden Lutheran structure built in traditional Finnish architectural style with characteristic regional design elements. The building is centrally located in the village and shows construction methods typical of Finnish religious structures from its period.

Architect Matti Aakerblom designed this church in collaboration with the local supervisory authority. The building gained its protected status because of its regional importance in local history and architecture.

The building functions as a meeting place for the Lutheran community to gather for worship and local events throughout the year. It holds meaning for residents as a central landmark in the village.

The church is located in the center of Vesilahti village and is easy to reach on foot. Visitors can find it readily as it stands as a clear landmark in the village center.

The building holds two separate listings in the Finnish Protected Buildings Register, making it unusual among regional structures. This dual registration reflects the particular value placed on the building's heritage.

Location: Vesilahti

Architects: Matti Åkerblom, Superintendent's office

Elevation above the sea: 100 m

Address: Vesilahden kirkonkylä

GPS coordinates: 61.31031,23.62128

Latest update: December 14, 2025 18:14