Kiipeilypalatsi

Climbing walls inside a former water tower. Not solo, as you need your own belayer. Newcomers to the sport are welcome, but must tell about being inexperienced. Belayer instruction included. Minors need parent's permission, children under 14 need an adult belayer.

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Address: Vesilinnantie 1
Getting there: a cube-formed building on the hill in the TY campus behind the cathedral
Hours: Tue–Wed 15:30–20:30, Sat 13:00–17:00, groups also by agreement
Price: €11 + harness, shoes and magnesium €4
Website: kiipeilypalatsi.com (opens in a new tab)

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