Timeline
08:51
Alfred Kordelin’s Burial Chapel and the Old Cemetery
Arrive at Alfred Kordelin’s Burial Chapel and the Old Cemetery. Find a quiet spot in the peaceful setting to wait for the sun. The chapel’s location offers a serene backdrop as the sky begins to lighten.
09:31
Alfred Kordelin’s Burial Chapel and the Old Cemetery
Watch the sunrise. On 15 January the sun rises at 09:31. The light is soft and the atmosphere is still.
10:01
Walk five minutes to Café Sali in Old Rauma. It opens at 09:00, so it will be ready for you. Order a decent espresso-based drink and enjoy the sleek interior while the rest of the town wakes up.
Local tip
The walk from the chapel to the café is short and sheltered. Dress warmly for the January morning.
Check before you go
- Café Sali opens at 09:00 daily. Ensure you arrive before or right at sunrise (09:31 in January) to avoid missing the opening window if you prefer a seated drink immediately after viewing.
- Check the route from Alfred Kordelin’s Burial Chapel to Café Sali if you are unfamiliar with the area.
Built from places in the Wikivoyage guide to Rauma (CC BY-SA 4.0), with open map data from OpenStreetMap contributors (ODbL).