Timeline
10:00
Start with a slice of pizza at Wasa Pizzeria. It opens at 10:00 on weekdays and weekends, making it the perfect first stop to fuel up before the walk.
10:20
Walk the 6 km southeast to Old Vaasa. The ruins of the first town that burned in 1852 are stark and atmospheric. Stroll among the stone foundations and see the 18th-century court building that survived the fire. The banks of the 14th-century Korsholm castle are visible to the west of the Church.
11:10
End the morning with a coffee at Café Silveria. It is open until 14:30 on weekdays and 14:00 on Fridays, giving you plenty of time to sit and reflect on the history before the afternoon rush.
Local tip
The walk from Wasa Pizzeria to Old Vaasa is long. Check the route for bus or car options if you prefer not to walk the full distance. The ruins are best explored in daylight hours.
Check before you go
- Café Silveria closes at 14:30 on weekdays and 14:00 on Fridays.
- The walk to Old Vaasa is about 6 km. Plan your transport accordingly.
Worth knowing
- Café Silveria is open at 11:10 only on Mo, Tu, We, Th, Fr
Built from places in the Wikivoyage guide to Vaasa (CC BY-SA 4.0), with open map data from OpenStreetMap contributors (ODbL).