In Lapua, the great outdoors can be enjoyed amid varied landscapes: traditional low-lying farmlands, rivers and Simpsiö Hill ensure that the region offers different and diverse natural surroundings in terms of its terrain and fauna.

Boasting a unique history and setting, Vanha Paukku is an interesting cultural and business centre on the banks of the Lapuanjoki. The centre, which is located in the former premises of Lapua’s ammunition factory, houses Lapua city museums, Patruuna Gallery, the Ostrobothnian Photographic Centre Gallery and the municipal library.

Jokilaakso Garden Centre boasts more than a thousand plant species, inviting visitors to test their knowledge of plants, and its perennials, shrubs and annuals bring joy to local residents and travellers alike every summer. The century-old buildings that used to belong to a women’s agricultural institute give the area a tranquil atmosphere.

Admire the edible plants, breathe in the fragrance of conifers, allow yourself to be enchanted by the rose garden and relax underneath apple trees. Children always love the fluffy farm animals, and you can try your luck at fishing and grill sausages on the river bank.