Tampere

Tampere is home to Tappara, a Liiga (top-tier) ice hockey team that plays its home games at the Tampere Deck Arena along with its other Liiga ice hockey team Ilves.

Tampere may not be Finland’s capital city, but it does claim to be the world’s sauna capital, and with the most public saunas in Finland, it’s easy to believe. As the city is blanketed by snow for almost half a year, the sizzling sauna is the perfect escape from the cold. What’s more, it claims to have innumerable health benefits! Filled with breweries and brew pubs too, it’s clear the city is also obsessed with craft beer. Whether you like craft beer or not, though, this city promises all of its guests an unforgettable night out. As exciting as the city itself is, one of its best assets is actually the nature that surrounds it. With lakes, mountains, and evergreen forests all around, Tampere is the perfect jumping point for adventurous outdoor activities like hiking, skiing, and fishing.