Salo is located in the southwest coastal area of Finland, along the E18 highway, between Helsinki and Turku. It is easy to reach by car, bus or train from both cities. Salo is known worldwide for wireless technology development and electronics production know-how. Salo is, in fact, the birthplace of Nokia mobile phones.

Visitors will find a lot to see and experience while in Salo. The surroundings of the Teijo ironworks villages offer a wealth of experiential recreation the whole year round. The maritime nature creates a spectacular setting for active holidays, and the idyllic ironworks villages of Mathildedal, Teijo and Kirjakkala take you on a fascinating journey through the centuries. Located right next to the old cultural ironworks landscape, Teijo National Park offers the whole family plenty to do in its varied, wilderness-like nature. The area is equally perfect for day hikes and slightly longer treks. The village with its own sourdough bakery and chocolate factory, a brewery and several cafés, almost 40 alpacas, restaurants & shops; these are only a few of the many surprises the village of Mathildedal has to offer and it is located right next to the fantastic natural landscape of Teijo National Park.

Teijo ironworks village known for the historic Teijo Manor, the smallest stone church in Finland, and a ski resort and golf course. The immediate proximity of the sea, the 18th century manor milieu, and the versatile range of services, culture and events provided by the village all come together to make Teijo a unique destination. Cycling is growing constantly and the number of cyclists along the Coastal Route is increasing each year. The Coastal Route starts from Salo and heads out to the archipelago via Teijo National Park and the idyllic ironworks villages. Renting a bicycle is easy, as there are many rental outlets along the route.

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