Options for Wednesday

There are two complimentary options for attendees on Wednesday 10th June 2026. Registration is required. Stay tuned for registration opening.

Verla Mill Museum tour

Date: 10th June 2026
Departure from: Hotel Vaakuna
Departure time: 9:00
Registration: TBC

Verla Groundwood and Board Mill is a unique UNESCO World Heritage Site located in Kouvola, about a 30 minute drive from the city centre. This beautifully preserved 19th century mill village offers an authentic glimpse into Finland’s early industrial history: the original factory buildings, machinery and workers’ homes remain almost exactly as they were when production stopped in 1964.

A guided tour in the Verla Mill Museum leads visitors through the entire process of turning wood into board, and the surrounding village setting with its historic buildings, exhibitions and scenic riverside views creates a distinctive atmosphere.

Coach to Verla departs from Hotel Vaakuna on June 10th at 9:00 and returns from Verla to Hotel Vaakuna at 11:30.

Saaga Multicultural Centre and Kouvola Family Centre visit

Date: 10th June 2026
Departure from: Hotel Vaakuna
Departure time: 9:00
Registration: TBC

Multicultural Centre Saaga is an international meeting place in the heart of Kouvola, open to everyone and free of charge. Run by a non-profit association founded in 1995, Saaga brings people together across cultures, backgrounds, and generations. Its activities are built on peer support, shared experiences, and a strong sense of community. At Saaga, people can connect, learn, and grow. The center promotes equality and positive community relations, it acts against racism and discrimination, and supports integration, inclusion, and well-being of immigrants. It also works to prevent social exclusion, radicalisation, and honour-related violence.

On average 50 people a day, from all age groups and over 60 different countries, take part in Saaga’s activities, making it a truly diverse hub – a home away from home.

The Family Centre in Kouvola brings together services for children, young people and families under one umbrella, so that support is easier to find and access. In the city there are five Family Centre areas in total. The Kouvola city centre Family Centre hosts professionals from different sectors and offers open meeting points and peer support activities for families.

The focus of the centres is on early support, everyday wellbeing and cooperation between the city, parishes, and NGOs to help families manage daily life and strengthen children’s growth and development.

The centre is located right next to the Hotel Vaakuna.