Finland Travel Podcast with Eero Virtanen

Eero explores Mikkeli’s market square, the wartime history of the city, and the quiet arrival of autumn in South Savo, while navigating daily life and local costs. ☕ Enjoying the show? Help keep every episode free — buymeacoffee.com/paris2tokyo Plan your trip to Finland: eSIM & data · Tours & tickets · Airport transfers · Car rental · Travel insurance · Hotels & full Finland guide → Some links are affiliate links. Episode 42 of Finland Travel Podcast with Eero Virtanen. Eero Virtanen is in Mikkeli, Finland. Places in this episode: Market Square, Headquarters Museum, Kirjala Coffee Roastery, Bistro Holvi, Mikkeli Art Museum, Lähemäki, Keskusta. Covered: Mikkeli market square, Headquarters Museum, Wartime history, Local dining costs, Art museum exhibitions, Daily life in Mikkeli. Chapters:00:00 Mikkeli01:44 Keskusta03:31 Market Square06:33 Mikkeli Art Museum08:45 Lähemäki A full transcript of this episode is available in supported apps. #Mikkeli #SouthSavo #FinlandTravel #RuskaSeason #Saimaa #WartimeHistory #MarketSquare #LocalLife #CoffeeCulture #ArtMuseum #BusTravel #RainyDay #AutumnInFinland #Lohikeitto #ResidencyTips #FinnishNature #PodcastEpisode #TravelFinland https://www.paris2tokyo.com/podcasts/finland/

Eero settles into Mikkeli, exploring the market square's autumn rhythms, the wartime history of the city as a former headquarters, and the quiet shift into ruska season along Lake Saimaa. ☕ Enjoying the show? Help keep every episode free — buymeacoffee.com/paris2tokyo Plan your trip to Finland: eSIM & data · Tours & tickets · Airport transfers · Car rental · Travel insurance · Hotels & full Finland guide → Some links are affiliate links. Episode 41 of Finland Travel Podcast with Eero Virtanen. Eero Virtanen is in Mikkeli, Finland. Places in this episode: Keskusta, market square, Headquarters Museum, Muisti Centre of War and Peace, Bistro Holvi, Lake Saimaa, Naisvuori Cafe and observation tower, Infantry Museum. Covered: Mikkeli City Life, Wartime History, Autumn Season, Cost of Living, Local Dining, Residency Practicalities. Chapters:00:00 Market square02:19 Headquarters Museum04:35 Lake Saimaa06:00 Infantry Museum08:05 DVV A full transcript of this episode is available in supported apps. #Mikkeli #SouthSavo #FinlandTravel #RuskaSeason #LakeSaimaa #WartimeHistory #MarketSquare #AutumnInFinland #Mannerheim #VisitFinland #LakelandLife #TravelTips #CostOfLiving #PublicTransport #ArtMuseum #NatureWalks #ScandinavianStyle #SlowTravel https://www.paris2tokyo.com/podcasts/finland/

Moving from the Punkaharju ridge to the working capital of Mikkeli, Eero explores the city’s wartime history, early ruska colours, and everyday lakeland life. ☕ Enjoying the show? Help keep every episode free — buymeacoffee.com/paris2tokyo Plan your trip to Finland: eSIM & data · Tours & tickets · Airport transfers · Car rental · Travel insurance · Hotels & full Finland guide → Some links are affiliate links. Episode 40 of Finland Travel Podcast with Eero Virtanen. Eero Virtanen is in Mikkeli, Finland. Places in this episode: Punkaharju, Lähemäki, Market Square, Headquarters Museum, Centre of War and Peace, Kenkävero, Lake Saimaa, Bistro Holvi. Covered: Mikkeli City Life, Wartime History, Autumn Season, Cost of Living, Local Dining, Residency Practicalities. Chapters:00:00 Mikkeli01:41 Market Square03:29 Kenkävero05:15 Akseli Shopping Centre06:50 Kirjala Coffee Roastery08:21 Visulahti A full transcript of this episode is available in supported apps. #MikkeliFinland #SouthSavo #RuskaSeason #LakeSaimaa #FinnishHistory #TravelPodcast #LivingInFinland #AutumnVibes #WarAndPeace #LocalCafe #NordicDesign #ResidentLife #EeroVirtanen #FinlandTravel #SaimaaRingedSeal #AIinFinland #MuseumVisit #QuietTravel https://www.paris2tokyo.com/podcasts/finland/

Eero spends his final full day in Punkaharju, exploring the ridge during peak ruska, visiting Lusto and Retretti, enjoying local dining, and reflecting on the seasonal transition before moving north. ☕ Enjoying the show? Help keep every episode free — buymeacoffee.com/paris2tokyo Plan your trip to Finland: eSIM & data · Tours & tickets · Airport transfers · Car rental · Travel insurance · Hotels & full Finland guide → Some links are affiliate links. Episode 39 of Finland Travel Podcast with Eero Virtanen. Eero Virtanen is in Punkaharju, Finland. Places in this episode: Punkasalmi, Harjutie, Puruvesi, S-market Punkasalmi, Shell station Punkasalmi, Lusto - The Finnish Forest Museum, Punkaharju Arboretum, Putikko. Covered: Punkaharju Ridge Landscape, Early Ruska Season, Local Dining Costs, Regional History & Arts, Practicalities of Rural Living. Chapters:00:00 Puruvesi01:23 Punkasalmi04:01 Putikko06:30 Retretti Art Centre08:03 Leipomo-kahvila Pullaposki09:30 Cafe A full transcript of this episode is available in supported apps. #Punkaharju #RuskaSeason #FinlandTravel #LustoMuseum #SouthSavo #RetrettiArtCentre #ForestMuseum #ForagingInFinland #LakeSaimaa #AutumnInFinland #NationalLandscapes #TravelFinland #SlowTravel #NordicNature #EasternFinland #CulturalHeritage #OutdoorLife #FinlandLifestyle https://www.paris2tokyo.com/podcasts/finland/

Eero explores the Punkaharju ridge as early ruska begins, visits Lusto Forest Museum, and reflects on the quiet transition from summer to autumn in South Savo. ☕ Enjoying the show? Help keep every episode free — buymeacoffee.com/paris2tokyo Plan your trip to Finland: eSIM & data · Tours & tickets · Airport transfers · Car rental · Travel insurance · Hotels & full Finland guide → Some links are affiliate links. Episode 37 of Finland Travel Podcast with Eero Virtanen. Eero Virtanen is in Punkaharju, Finland. Places in this episode: Punkasalmi, Leipomo- kahvila Pullaposki, Harjutie, Purunvesi, Pihlajavesi, State Hotel, Runeberg’s Mound, Kuikonniemi. Covered: Punkaharju ridge landscape, Lusto Forest Museum, Early ruska season, Local dining costs, Regional History & Arts, Practicalities of moving and banking. Chapters:00:00 Punkasalmi01:14 S-market02:23 Kuikonniemi05:19 Lake06:37 Arboretum08:33 Road A full transcript of this episode is available in supported apps. #FinlandTravel #Punkaharju #RuskaSeason #LakeSaimaa #LustoMuseum #SouthSavo #VisitFinland #AutumnInFinland #NordicNature #ForestBathing #TravelTips #LivingInFinland #HikingFinland #SaimaaRingedSeal #CulturalHeritage #SlowTravel #EuropeanDestinations #OutdoorAdventures https://www.paris2tokyo.com/podcasts/finland/

Day three in Punkaharju brings early ruska, a walk along the esker ridge, and reflections on the changing season. I also share what it costs to live here and how to navigate local services. ☕ Enjoying the show? Help keep every episode free — buymeacoffee.com/paris2tokyo Plan your trip to Finland: eSIM & data · Tours & tickets · Airport transfers · Car rental · Travel insurance · Hotels & full Finland guide → Some links are affiliate links. Episode 36 of Finland Travel Podcast with Eero Virtanen. Eero Virtanen is in Punkaharju, Finland. Places in this episode: Punkasalmi, Harjutie, Lake Puruvesi, Pihlajavesi, Lusto, Arboretum, Shell station, Leipomo-kahvila Pullaposki. Covered: Punkaharju ridge landscape, Early ruska season, Local dining costs, Regional History & Arts, Practicalities of moving and banking, Daily life and costs in Punkaharju. Chapters:00:00 Punkasalmi03:08 Lusto07:00 Savonlinna A full transcript of this episode is available in supported apps. #Punkaharju #FinlandTravel #RuskaSeason #SouthSavo #LustoMuseum #SlowTravel #AutumnInFinland #SaimaaLake #DigitalNomadFinland #FinnishCulture #NatureWalks #SmallTownLife #EskersOfFinland #TravelTips #Scandinavia #NordicLiving #ForestBathing #VisitFinland https://www.paris2tokyo.com/podcasts/finland/

Day two in Punkaharju. Eero explores the esker ridge as the first ruska colours appear, visits Lusto Forest Museum, and reflects on the quiet shift from summer to autumn in South Savo. ☕ Enjoying the show? Help keep every episode free — buymeacoffee.com/paris2tokyo Plan your trip to Finland: eSIM & data · Tours & tickets · Airport transfers · Car rental · Travel insurance · Hotels & full Finland guide → Some links are affiliate links. Episode 35 of Finland Travel Podcast with Eero Virtanen. Eero Virtanen is in Punkaharju, Finland. Places in this episode: Punkaharju Ridge, Lusto - The Finnish Forest Museum, Punkaharju Arboretum, Ravintola Metsä, Punkasalmi, Lake Puruvesi, Kuikonniemi. Covered: Punkaharju Ridge Landscape, Lusto Forest Museum, Early Ruska Season, Local Dining Costs, Regional History & Arts. Chapters:00:00 Punkasalmi02:22 Punkaharju Arboretum05:26 Ravintola Metsä08:09 Cafe A full transcript of this episode is available in supported apps. #Punkaharju #RuskaSeason #FinlandTravel #LustoMuseum #LakeSaimaa #SouthSavo #AutumnInFinland #EskerRidge #FinnishNature #TravelPodcast #SlowTravel #ForestMuseum #CulturalHeritage #LocalFood #RainyDay #QuietMoments #ExploreFinland #NordicDesign https://www.paris2tokyo.com/podcasts/finland/

Eero drives from Savonlinna to his new home on the Punkaharju ridge, exploring the esker landscape, the Lusto forest museum, and the quiet arrival of early autumn. ☕ Enjoying the show? Help keep every episode free — buymeacoffee.com/paris2tokyo Plan your trip to Finland: eSIM & data · Tours & tickets · Airport transfers · Car rental · Travel insurance · Hotels & full Finland guide → Some links are affiliate links. Episode 34 of Finland Travel Podcast with Eero Virtanen. Eero Virtanen is in Punkaharju, Finland. Places in this episode: Savonlinna, Punkasalmi, Harjutie, Lusto - The Finnish Forest Museum, Retretti Art Centre, Punkaharju Arboretum, Gasthaus Punkaharju, S-market Punkaharju. Covered: Moving to rural Finland, Punkaharju ridge landscape, Lusto Forest Museum, Retretti Art Centre, Cost of living in South Savo, Early ruska season. Chapters:00:00 Savonlinna03:17 Punkasalmi06:56 Topeliuksen polku A full transcript of this episode is available in supported apps. #Punkaharju #FinlandTravel #RuskaSeason #LustoMuseum #LakeSaimaa #FinlandLife #EskerRidge #AutumnInFinland #Savonlinna #NordicLiving #ForestMuseum #RetrettiArt #FinlandNature #SlowTravel #EasternFinland #MuumiLand #VisitFinland #OutdoorFinland https://www.paris2tokyo.com/podcasts/finland/

Eero spends his last full day in Savonlinna, navigating the quiet streets after the summer crowds have left, visiting the cathedral and a local bakery, and reflecting on the practicalities of moving into the lakeland for the ruska season. ☕ Enjoying the show? Help keep every episode free — buymeacoffee.com/paris2tokyo Plan your trip to Finland: eSIM & data · Tours & tickets · Airport transfers · Car rental · Travel insurance · Hotels & full Finland guide → Some links are affiliate links. Episode 33 of Finland Travel Podcast with Eero Virtanen. Eero Virtanen is in Savonlinna, Finland. Places in this episode: Nojanmaa, Kauppatori, Savonlinnan Herkku Pekka Pullapuoti Oy, Savonlinnan tuomiokirkko, Riihisaari, Phin Cafe Station, Talvisalo. Covered: End of summer in Savonlinna, Practicalities of Finnish residency, Local economy and business closures, Ruska anticipation, Daily life and costs in Savonlinna. Chapters:00:00 Nojanmaa01:40 Kauppatori03:32 Savonlinnan tuomiokirkko07:27 Church A full transcript of this episode is available in supported apps. #Savonlinna #FinlandTravel #LakeSaimaa #RuskaSeason #OlavinlinnaCastle #FinlandLife #TravelPodcast #NordicLiving #AutumnInFinland #SaimaaSeal #KerimakChurch #FinlandCulture #TravelTips #Scandinavia #SlowTravel #FinlandFood #OutdoorFinland #DigitalNomadFinland https://www.paris2tokyo.com/podcasts/finland/

Eero spends his final full day in Savonlinna before moving into the lakeland for ruska. He walks the closing streets, visits the cathedral, reflects on the town's economic shifts, and prepares for the journey east. ☕ Enjoying the show? Help keep every episode free — buymeacoffee.com/paris2tokyo Plan your trip to Finland: eSIM & data · Tours & tickets · Airport transfers · Car rental · Travel insurance · Hotels & full Finland guide → Some links are affiliate links. Episode 32 of Finland Travel Podcast with Eero Virtanen. Eero Virtanen is in Savonlinna, Finland. Places in this episode: Olavinlinna Castle, Kauppatori, Savonlinnan tuomiokirkko, Spahotel Casino, Phin Cafe Station, S-Pankki, Kerimäki Church, Punkaharju. Covered: Savonlinna end-of-summer reflections, local economy and business closures, practicalities of moving and banking, final meals and market visits, transition to ruska season. Chapters:00:00 Savonlinna02:45 Savonlinnan tuomiokirkko06:06 Phin Cafe Station08:28 Punkaharju A full transcript of this episode is available in supported apps. #Savonlinna #FinlandTravel #OlavinlinnaCastle #LakeSaimaa #RuskaSeason #LakelandLife #SaimaaRingedSeal #KerimakiChurch #FinlandAutumn #TravelFinland #NordicLiving #SlowTravel #CulturalHeritage #NatureConservation #EuropeanDestinations #HiddenGemsFinland #LocalLifeFinland #SeptemberInFinland https://www.paris2tokyo.com/podcasts/finland/

Eero spends his final full day in Savonlinna, watching the town close its summer season. A quiet walk, a visit to the cathedral, and a final lörtsy at the market as the lakes settle before the ruska. ☕ Enjoying the show? Help keep every episode free — buymeacoffee.com/paris2tokyo Plan your trip to Finland: eSIM & data · Tours & tickets · Airport transfers · Car rental · Travel insurance · Hotels & full Finland guide → Some links are affiliate links. Episode 31 of Finland Travel Podcast with Eero Virtanen. Eero Virtanen is in Savonlinna, Finland. Places in this episode: Savonlinna Cathedral, Riihisaari – Savonlinnan museo, Savonlinna Museum, Kalastajan Koju, Phin Cafe Station, Kauppatori (Savonlinna Market Square), Olavinlinna Castle, Nojanmaa district. Covered: Savonlinna cathedral visit, End of summer season, Local food and lörtsy, Spahotel Casino closure, Museum and history, Quiet, final day reflections. Chapters:00:00 Harbour in light rain01:35 Savonlinna Cathedral02:34 Olavinlinna Castle04:17 Lakeside street06:05 Kalastajan Koju07:07 Phin Cafe Station A full transcript of this episode is available in supported apps. #Savonlinna #LakeSaimaa #FinlandTravel #VisitFinland #FinnishLakeland #Olavinlinna #SavonlinnaOperaFestival #AutumnInFinland #TravelFinland #Castle #Lorsty #Vendace #Ruska #SlowTravel #FinnishLife #EndOfSummer #LakelandFinland #SaimaaSeal https://www.paris2tokyo.com/podcasts/finland/

Eero takes a day trip to Linnansaari National Park in search of the Saimaa ringed seal, learns the practicalities of park access and the conservation story, and returns to Savonlinna for the final night of the Live at Olavinlinna concert series with Mirella. ☕ Enjoying the show? Help keep every episode free — buymeacoffee.com/paris2tokyo Plan your trip to Finland: eSIM & data · Tours & tickets · Airport transfers · Car rental · Travel insurance · Hotels & full Finland guide → Some links are affiliate links. Episode 30 of Finland Travel Podcast with Eero Virtanen. Eero Virtanen is in Savonlinna, Finland. Places in this episode: Riihisaari, Linnansaari National Park, Savonlinna Market Square, Olavinlinna Castle, Waahto Brewhouse, Savonlinna harbour. Covered: Linnansaari National Park, Saimaa ringed seal conservation, Live at Olavinlinna concert series, Local food and market square, Cost of travel and activities in Savonlinna, Ferry travel on Lake Saimaa. Chapters:00:00 Riihisaari01:40 Linnansaari National Park04:06 Museum05:27 Castle07:29 Waahto Brewhouse09:23 Night A full transcript of this episode is available in supported apps. #Linnansaari #SaimaaRingedSeal #LakeSaimaa #Savonlinna #Olavinlinna #LiveAtOlavinlinna #Mirella #FinlandTravel #FinnishLakeland #NationalParkFinland #SealWatching #Lörtsy #SavonlinnaMarket #WaahtoBrewhouse #Riihisaari #RuskaSeason #SouthSavo #VisitFinland https://www.paris2tokyo.com/podcasts/finland/

Eero takes a local bus out to Kerimäki to see the world's largest wooden church, reflects on the town's merged identity, and returns to Savonlinna for a heavy-metal evening in the castle courtyard as the lakeland edges toward autumn. ☕ Enjoying the show? Help keep every episode free — buymeacoffee.com/paris2tokyo Plan your trip to Finland: eSIM & data · Tours & tickets · Airport transfers · Car rental · Travel insurance · Hotels & full Finland guide → Some links are affiliate links. Episode 29 of Finland Travel Podcast with Eero Virtanen. Eero Virtanen is in Savonlinna, Finland. Places in this episode: Kerimäki, Kerimäki Church, Olavinlinna, Phin Cafe Station, Muikkuterassi, Riihisaari, Keskisaari, Sulosaari. Covered: Kerimäki church and history, Lakeland local bus travel, Live at Olavinlinna metal concert, Seasonal change and ruska anticipation, Linnansaari National Park plan. Chapters:00:00 Savonlinna01:39 Kerimäki03:42 Keskisaari05:26 Riihisaari06:36 Olavinlinna07:46 Quiet room09:05 Rain on window A full transcript of this episode is available in supported apps. #KerimäkiChurch #LargestWoodenChurch #Savonlinna #SavonlinnaTravel #FinlandTravel #LakeSaimaa #Olavinlinna #LiveAtOlavinlinna #Amorphis #Insomnium #FinnishLakeland #RuskaSeason #WatercrossFinland #LörtsySavonlinna #VendaceFish #AutumnInFinland #VisitFinland #SaimaaRingedSeal https://www.paris2tokyo.com/podcasts/finland/

Eero spends a full day in Savonlinna: the museum island of Riihisaari, a steamboat cruise on Lake Saimaa, a lörtsy at the market square, and an evening concert inside the walls of Olavinlinna Castle as the new Live at Olavinlinna series continues. ☕ Enjoying the show? Help keep every episode free — buymeacoffee.com/paris2tokyo Plan your trip to Finland: eSIM & data · Tours & tickets · Airport transfers · Car rental · Travel insurance · Hotels & full Finland guide → Some links are affiliate links. Episode 28 of Finland Travel Podcast with Eero Virtanen. Eero Virtanen is in Savonlinna, Finland. Places in this episode: Riihisaari, Savonlinnan maakuntamuseo, Savonlinna Market Square, Savonlinna Cathedral, Kalastajan Koju, Olavinlinna. Covered: Lakeland seasonal change, Olavinlinna concert series, Saimaa steamboat cruises, Local food and market square, Museum visit, Cost of living and travel in Savonlinna. Chapters:00:00 Riihisaari01:29 Steamboat on lake03:04 Savonlinna Cathedral05:03 Olavinlinna07:22 Night by the lake08:56 Quiet room interior A full transcript of this episode is available in supported apps. #Savonlinna #LakeSaimaa #Olavinlinna #LiveAtOlavinlinna #LakelandFinland #FinlandTravel #VisitFinland #Lörtsy #Vendace #Riihisaari #SavonlinnaMuseum #SteamboatCruise #FinnishLakes #AutumnInFinland #RuskaSeason #EastFinland #FinnishFood #CastleConcert https://www.paris2tokyo.com/podcasts/finland/

Eero arrives in Savonlinna by train, moves into a flat near the harbour, explores the market square and Olavinlinna Castle, and learns about a brand-new concert series starting that evening, as the lakeland town settles into its quiet post-opera season. ☕ Enjoying the show? Help keep every episode free — buymeacoffee.com/paris2tokyo Plan your trip to Finland: eSIM & data · Tours & tickets · Airport transfers · Car rental · Travel insurance · Hotels & full Finland guide → Some links are affiliate links. Episode 27 of Finland Travel Podcast with Eero Virtanen. Eero Virtanen is in Savonlinna, Finland. Places in this episode: Savonlinna central island, Kauppatori market square, Riihisaari harbour, Olavinlinna Castle, Phin Cafe Station, Waahto Brewhouse, Savonlinna Cathedral, Nojanmaa district. Covered: Arrival and settling in, Olavinlinna Castle, Live at Olavinlinna concert series, Market square and lörtsy, Lake Saimaa and steamboats, Local food and costs. Chapters:00:00 Train ride02:03 Market03:52 Phin Cafe Station05:17 Lake07:03 Savonlinna Cathedral07:53 Kerimäki10:42 Quiet room A full transcript of this episode is available in supported apps. #Savonlinna #Olavinlinna #LakeSaimaa #FinnishLakeland #LiveAtOlavinlinna #Lörtsy #Vendace #SavonlinnaOperaFestival #KerimäkiChurch #SaimaaRingedSeal #FinlandTravel #VisitFinland #RuskaSeason #SouthSavo #FinlandLife #AugustInFinland https://www.paris2tokyo.com/podcasts/finland/

On his final day in Lappeenranta, Eero follows the harbour's last summer hum, shares a quiet sauna by the lake, and reflects on border identity, the cost of this town, and the slow turn towards ruska. ☕ Enjoying the show? Help keep every episode free — buymeacoffee.com/paris2tokyo Plan your trip to Finland: eSIM & data · Tours & tickets · Airport transfers · Car rental · Travel insurance · Hotels & full Finland guide → Some links are affiliate links. Episode 26 of Finland Travel Podcast with Eero Virtanen. Eero Virtanen is in Lappeenranta, Finland. Places in this episode: Lappeenranta Fortress, Myllysaari, Sandcastle Lappeenranta, Ravintola Wolkoff, Café Majurska, Café Satamatie 6, South Karelia Museum. Covered: Lappeenranta end of summer, Border identity, Cost of living, Saimaa lake, Savusauna. Chapters:00:00 Café Majurska01:17 South Karelia Museum05:26 Ravintola Wolkoff06:46 Restaurant interior08:25 Harbour night A full transcript of this episode is available in supported apps. #Lappeenranta #FinlandTravel #LakeSaimaa #LakelandFinland #Ruska #FinnishSummer #BorderTown #Karelia #SaimaaSeal #LorTsky #VetyAtomi #WolkoffHouse #SouthKarelia #FinnishFood #VisitFinland #AutumnInFinland https://www.paris2tokyo.com/podcasts/finland/

On his final day in Lappeenranta, Eero visits the sandcastle's last hours, enjoys a lörtsy at the harbour, and reflects on the town's border identity, the return of students, and the approaching ruska season, with practical notes on costs and local life. ☕ Enjoying the show? Help keep every episode free — buymeacoffee.com/paris2tokyo Plan your trip to Finland: eSIM & data · Tours & tickets · Airport transfers · Car rental · Travel insurance · Hotels & full Finland guide → Some links are affiliate links. Episode 25 of Finland Travel Podcast with Eero Virtanen. Eero Virtanen is in Lappeenranta, Finland. Places in this episode: Café Satamatie 6, Lappeenranta Fortress, Church of the Intercession, Ravintola Wolkoff, Hotel Rakuuna, Scandic Patria, Myllysaari, Satamatori. Covered: Lappeenranta end of summer, Sandcastle and local food, Student return and orientation, Border identity and history, Cost of living practicalities, Anticipation of ruska and lakeland. Chapters:00:00 Café Satamatie 602:35 Market hall03:51 Church of the Intercession05:07 Ravintola Wolkoff06:22 Hotel Rakuuna07:31 Lakeside night A full transcript of this episode is available in supported apps. #Lappeenranta #LakeSaimaa #FinlandTravel #LakelandFinland #Sandcastle #Lörtsy #Karelia #FortressLappeenranta #StudentLife #Ruska #AutumnInFinland #SlowTravel #FinnishCulture #BorderTown #TravelPodcast #MovingToFinland #SaimaaRingedSeal https://www.paris2tokyo.com/podcasts/finland/

Eero spends his fifth day in Lappeenranta under a steady drizzle, visiting the sandcastle's final days, watching the city's students return for the autumn term, and reflecting on the cost of living and the quiet approach of ruska. A day of small pleasures and practical thoughts. ☕ Enjoying the show? Help keep every episode free — buymeacoffee.com/paris2tokyo Plan your trip to Finland: eSIM & data · Tours & tickets · Airport transfers · Car rental · Travel insurance · Hotels & full Finland guide → Some links are affiliate links. Episode 24 of Finland Travel Podcast with Eero Virtanen. Eero Virtanen is in Lappeenranta, Finland. Places in this episode: Lappeenranta Fortress, Sandcastle Lappeenranta, Wolkoff House Museum, Ravintola Wolkoff, South Karelia Museum, Market Square, Skinnarila, Sammonlahti. Covered: Sandcastle visit, Wolkoff House museum, Karelian cuisine and local food, LUT University orientation week, Rainy day activities, Cost of living in Lappeenranta. Chapters:00:00 Rain on streets, harbour00:38 Fortress hill, rain02:18 Market Square03:59 Ravintola Wolkoff05:54 South Karelia Museum07:42 Skinnarila A full transcript of this episode is available in supported apps. #Lappeenranta #FinlandTravel #Sandcastle #Hiekkalinna #WolkoffHouse #SouthKarelia #LakeSaimaa #Saimaa #LUTUniversity #Ruska #AutumnInFinland #FinnishFood #Lörtsy #KarelianCuisine #TravelFinland #BorderTown #HarbourLife https://www.paris2tokyo.com/podcasts/finland/

Eero spends a rainy Sunday in Lappeenranta, exploring the fortress museums, savoring a lörtsy at the harbour, and reflecting on the city's border identity and the quiet strength of its people. Practical notes on costs and settling in. ☕ Enjoying the show? Help keep every episode free — buymeacoffee.com/paris2tokyo Plan your trip to Finland: eSIM & data · Tours & tickets · Airport transfers · Car rental · Travel insurance · Hotels & full Finland guide → Some links are affiliate links. Episode 23 of Finland Travel Podcast with Eero Virtanen. Eero Virtanen is in Lappeenranta, Finland. Places in this episode: Lappeenranta Fortress, Church of the Intercession, South Karelia Museum, Café Majurska, Lappeenranta harbour, Sandcastle Lappeenranta, Restaurant Kippurasarvi, Wolkoff House. Covered: Lappeenranta fortress, Orthodox church, South Karelia museum, lörtsy, Lemin särä, border-town identity, rainy day activities, cost of living. Chapters:00:00 Rain on street01:18 Church of the Intercession03:02 Café Majurska05:16 Myllysaari06:35 Restaurant Kippurasarvi07:27 Restaurant interior09:07 Wolkoff House A full transcript of this episode is available in supported apps. #Lappeenranta #LakeSaimaa #FinlandTravel #RainyDay #Fortress #OrthodoxChurch #Vyborg #SouthKarelia #Lor̈tsy #LeminSara #FinnishFood #SaimaaSeal #Sandcastle #CafeMajurska #BorderTown #Ruska #FinnishSummer #TravelPodcast https://www.paris2tokyo.com/podcasts/finland/

Eero spends a rainy Saturday in Lappeenranta, from the half-marathon's start to the city-wide celebration for marathon champion Alisa Vainio. Amid the festival buzz, he finds quiet moments by the fortress and lake, reflecting on border-town identity and the slow approach of ruska. ☕ Enjoying the show? Help keep every episode free — buymeacoffee.com/paris2tokyo Plan your trip to Finland: eSIM & data · Tours & tickets · Airport transfers · Car rental · Travel insurance · Hotels & full Finland guide → Some links are affiliate links. Episode 22 of Finland Travel Podcast with Eero Virtanen. Eero Virtanen is in Lappeenranta, Finland. Places in this episode: Lappeenranta Fortress, South Karelia Museum, Wolkoff House, Satamatori, Myllysaari, Pokrova Church, Hotelli Lähde. Covered: public celebration, local food, museums, sauna, border-town identity, seasonal change. Chapters:00:00 Satamatori01:32 Crowd at harbour02:59 Wolkoff House04:21 Pokrova Church06:23 Hotelli Lähde A full transcript of this episode is available in supported apps. #Lappeenranta #LakeSaimaa #FinlandTravel #FinnishSummer #AlisaVainio #HalfMarathon #FortressOfLappeenranta #KarelianCulture #Lörtsy #Ruska #Sisu #SaunaCulture #VyborgModel #BorderTown #SouthKarelia #Myllysaari #LappeenrantaHalf https://www.paris2tokyo.com/podcasts/finland/

Eero spends a drizzly Friday in Lappeenranta, wandering the fortress, buying fish from the market hall, and learning about the town's planned tribute to marathon champion Alisa Vainio. He reflects on borders, summer's end, and the quiet approaching ruska. ☕ Enjoying the show? Help keep every episode free — buymeacoffee.com/paris2tokyo Plan your trip to Finland: eSIM & data · Tours & tickets · Airport transfers · Car rental · Travel insurance · Hotels & full Finland guide → Some links are affiliate links. Episode 21 of Finland Travel Podcast with Eero Virtanen. Eero Virtanen is in Lappeenranta, Finland. Places in this episode: Lappeenranta Fortress, South Karelia Museum, Satamatori, Market Hall, Ravintola Sumu, Café Majurska, Myllysaari, Original Sokos Hotel Lappee. Covered: Lappeenranta fortress and history, Harbour atmosphere and end-of-summer, Local food and cafes, Border-town identity, Seasonal change and ruska anticipation, Planned public celebration. Chapters:00:00 Original Sokos Hotel Lappee02:06 Market Hall04:24 Ravintola Sumu06:47 Lakeside08:02 City street A full transcript of this episode is available in supported apps. #Lappeenranta #LakeSaimaa #FinlandTravel #FinnishLakeland #SouthKarelia #Ruska #AlisaVainio #MarathonCelebration #Muikku #Vendace #HarbourLife #FortressOfLappeenranta #Myllysaari #FinnishFood #AutumnInFinland #SummerEnding #LakeLife #TravelFinland https://www.paris2tokyo.com/podcasts/finland/

Eero makes the move from Loviisa to Lappeenranta, settling into his new base on the southern tip of Lake Saimaa. He explores the 17th-century fortress, the harbour buzz, and reflects on the border-town identity and the approaching ruska. ☕ Enjoying the show? Help keep every episode free — buymeacoffee.com/paris2tokyo Plan your trip to Finland: eSIM & data · Tours & tickets · Airport transfers · Car rental · Travel insurance · Hotels & full Finland guide → Some links are affiliate links. Episode 20 of Finland Travel Podcast with Eero Virtanen. Eero Virtanen is in Lappeenranta, Finland. Places in this episode: Loviisa, Lake Saimaa, Hotelli Lähde, Satamatori, Sandcastle Lappeenranta, Café Satamatie 6, Lappeenranta Fortress, Cavalry Museum. Covered: Lappeenranta arrival and settling in, Fortress and military history, Border-town identity and Russia proximity, Harbour and end-of-summer atmosphere, Practical costs of accommodation and food, Seasonal change and ruska anticipation. Chapters:00:00 Loviisa01:26 Satamatori03:10 Cavalry Museum04:47 Armila district06:21 Saimaa Canal07:45 Café Majurska09:59 Lappeenranta A full transcript of this episode is available in supported apps. #Lappeenranta #LakeSaimaa #FinnishLakeland #VisitFinland #SouthKarelia #Suomi #TravelFinland #FinnishFortress #Saimaa #FinlandTravel #SlowTravel #AutumnInFinland #Ruska #LappeenrantaFortress #HarbourLife #FinnishSummer #BorderTown #LakelandFinland https://www.paris2tokyo.com/podcasts/finland/

Eero spends his final day in Loviisa amidst the drizzle and the town's cultural wind-down, reflecting on the cost of small-town life and the pull of the lakeland. As the Night of the Arts approaches, he wanders through the old town, savors a last meal at a local favorite, and contemplates the quiet beauty of summer's end. ☕ Enjoying the show? Help keep every episode free — buymeacoffee.com/paris2tokyo Plan your trip to Finland: eSIM & data · Tours & tickets · Airport transfers · Car rental · Travel insurance · Hotels & full Finland guide → Some links are affiliate links. Episode 19 of Finland Travel Podcast with Eero Virtanen. Eero Virtanen is in Loviisa, Finland. Places in this episode: Kukkukivi, Lovisa Kafferosteri, Svartholm, Laivasilta, Ravintola Ajuri, Alakaupunki, Myllyharju. Covered: Loviisa last day reflections, Seasonal change to autumn and ruska anticipation, Practicalities of settling in Finland, Cost of living in Loviisa, Local food and cafes, Loviisa festival wind-down. Chapters:00:00 Loviisa01:48 Lovisa Kafferosteri03:05 Svartholm04:29 Ravintola Ajuri05:46 Alakaupunki06:56 Sauna interior08:36 Room A full transcript of this episode is available in supported apps. #Loviisa #FinlandTravel #NightOfTheArts #TaiteidenYo #SummerInFinland #OldTown #Syksy #Ruska #FinnishSauna #CoastalFinland #SlowTravel #FinnishLakeland #LoviisaFestivalWeeks #Svartholm #Kukkukivi #Lohikeitto #Karjalanpiirakka #FinlandMovingGuide https://www.paris2tokyo.com/podcasts/finland/

Eero spends his final day in Loviisa wandering the old town, visiting the Strömfors ironworks, and preparing for the Night of the Arts. He reflects on the costs of small-town living, the practical steps of settling in, and the quiet shift from summer to the coming ruska. ☕ Enjoying the show? Help keep every episode free — buymeacoffee.com/paris2tokyo Plan your trip to Finland: eSIM & data · Tours & tickets · Airport transfers · Car rental · Travel insurance · Hotels & full Finland guide → Some links are affiliate links. Episode 18 of Finland Travel Podcast with Eero Virtanen. Eero Virtanen is in Loviisa, Finland. Places in this episode: Alakaupunki, Laivasilta, Ruotsinpyhtää, Strömfors Ironworks, Myllyharju, Kukkukivi Observation Tower, Bastion Ungern, Ravintola Ajuri. Covered: Strömfors day trip, Night of the Arts preview, Cost of living reflections, Last day in Loviisa, Myllyharju ridge and Kukkukivi tower. Chapters:00:00 Loviisa02:14 Tuhannen Tuskan Kahvila03:05 Kuningattarenranta05:57 Bastion Ungern08:35 Harbour09:45 Street A full transcript of this episode is available in supported apps. #Loviisa #TaiteidenYo #NightOfTheArts #FinlandTravel #VisitFinland #Stromfors #Ruotsinpyhtaa #Kukkukivi #Myllyharju #Laivasilta #Alakaupunki #FinnishSummer #SlowTravel #SmallTownFinland #Lovisa #Uusimaa #Ruska #FinnishFood https://www.paris2tokyo.com/podcasts/finland/

Eero spends day four in Loviisa as the town winds down its summer, visits the old town's open houses, enjoys a quiet harbour evening, and looks ahead to the Festival Weeks and the Night of the Arts. ☕ Enjoying the show? Help keep every episode free — buymeacoffee.com/paris2tokyo Plan your trip to Finland: eSIM & data · Tours & tickets · Airport transfers · Car rental · Travel insurance · Hotels & full Finland guide → Some links are affiliate links. Episode 17 of Finland Travel Podcast with Eero Virtanen. Eero Virtanen is in Loviisa, Finland. Places in this episode: Lovisa Kafferosteri, Cafe Tuhannen tuskan kahvila, Alakaupunki, Uusikaupunki, Loviisa Church, Laivasilta, Saltbodan, Ravintola Ajuri. Covered: Old houses event, Cost of living in Loviisa, Loviisa Festival Weeks, Practical settlement steps, Seasonal change to autumn. Chapters:00:00 Lovisa Kafferosteri01:10 Alakaupunki03:01 Uusikaupunki04:31 Laivasilta07:13 Street A full transcript of this episode is available in supported apps. #Loviisa #OldTownLoviisa #NightOfTheArts #TaiteidenYo #FinlandTravel #VisitFinland #FinnishSummer #LateAugust #SmallTownFinland #CostOfLivingFinland #SettleInFinland #Henkilotunnus #FinnishCoast #BalticSea #RuskaSeason #AutumnInFinland https://www.paris2tokyo.com/podcasts/finland/

Eero spends a rainy Sunday in Loviisa: a jazz set at Laivasilta, a wander through the wooden old town, a visit to the Kukkukivi tower, and thoughts on small-town summer's slow exhale—plus practical notes on sauna culture and local costs. ☕ Enjoying the show? Help keep every episode free — buymeacoffee.com/paris2tokyo Plan your trip to Finland: eSIM & data · Tours & tickets · Airport transfers · Car rental · Travel insurance · Hotels & full Finland guide → Some links are affiliate links. Episode 16 of Finland Travel Podcast with Eero Virtanen. Eero Virtanen is in Loviisa, Finland. Places in this episode: Laivasilta, Alakaupunki, Loviisa Church, Kukkukivi, Ravintola Ajuri Oy, Saltbodan, Kuningattarenranta, Loviisa Maritime Museum. Covered: Loviisa Sunday atmosphere, Jazz and café culture, Old town and ridge walk, Practical settlement steps, Sauna and seasonal change, Cost of living in Loviisa, Festival Weeks preview. Chapters:00:00 Laivasilta04:30 Myllyharju ridge06:50 Kuningattarenranta A full transcript of this episode is available in supported apps. #Loviisa #FinlandTravel #JazzSunday #OldTown #SeaFortress #SaunaCulture #Ruska #FinnishSummer #Kukkukivi #Laivasilta #FestivalWeeks #NightOfTheArts #PracticalFinland #LocalLife #SlowTravel #CoastalFinland https://www.paris2tokyo.com/podcasts/finland/

Eero explores Loviisa's old town, the Laivasilta harbour, and the upcoming Festival Weeks. He contemplates the town's summer pulse and the practicalities of settling in, from registering with DVV to the cost of local life. ☕ Enjoying the show? Help keep every episode free — buymeacoffee.com/paris2tokyo Plan your trip to Finland: eSIM & data · Tours & tickets · Airport transfers · Car rental · Travel insurance · Hotels & full Finland guide → Some links are affiliate links. Episode 15 of Finland Travel Podcast with Eero Virtanen. Eero Virtanen is in Loviisa, Finland. Places in this episode: Alakaupunki, Laivasilta, Saltbodan, Lovisa Kafferosteri, Ravintola Fylla, Myllyharju ridge, Kukkukivi observation tower, Strömfors Ironworks. Covered: Loviisa old town and harbour, Festival Weeks and Night of the Arts, Strömfors ironworks visit, Practicalities of registering in Finland, Cost of living in Loviisa, End of summer atmosphere. Chapters:00:00 Alakaupunki01:11 Lovisa Kafferosteri02:57 Myllyharju ridge05:31 Street06:32 Laivasilta07:27 Tuhannen Tuskan Kahvila08:25 Room A full transcript of this episode is available in supported apps. #Loviisa #FinlandTravel #SummerInFinland #BalticSea #OldTown #WoodenHouses #SaltBarns #LoviisaFestivalWeeks #NightOfTheArts #DVV #SettlingInFinland #FinnishSummer #SmallTownLife #LoviisaNuclear #StrömforsIronworks #Kymijoki #Myllyharju #Ruska #FinnishCoffee #Makkaraperunat https://www.paris2tokyo.com/podcasts/finland/

Eero moves to Loviisa, exploring the wooden old town, the harbour, and the Svartholm sea fortress. He reflects on the town's summer winding down, the nuclear plant's presence, and the practicalities of settling in a bilingual coastal town. ☕ Enjoying the show? Help keep every episode free — buymeacoffee.com/paris2tokyo Plan your trip to Finland: eSIM & data · Tours & tickets · Airport transfers · Car rental · Travel insurance · Hotels & full Finland guide → Some links are affiliate links. Episode 14 of Finland Travel Podcast with Eero Virtanen. Eero Virtanen is in Loviisa, Finland. Places in this episode: Alakaupunki, Laivasilta, Cafe Tuhannen tuskan kahvila, Svartholm, Uusikaupunki, Loviisa Church, Ravintola Ajuri, Maritime Museum. Covered: Arrival and settling in a new town, Old town architecture and history, Sea fortress visit, Cost of living and practicalities, Seasonal change and anticipation of autumn. Chapters:00:00 Loviisa01:10 Alakaupunki02:35 Cafe Tuhannen tuskan kahvila03:59 Sea waves, boat engine, gulls05:20 Uusikaupunki07:32 Old town street, evening, distant music08:52 Harbour morning, gulls, water lapping A full transcript of this episode is available in supported apps. #Loviisa #FinlandTravel #TravelFinland #VisitLoviisa #Svartholm #SeaFortress #Suomenlinna #OldTown #NordicDesign #FinnishArchipelago #FinlandCoast #SummerInFinland #SlowTravel #HiddenFinland #FinnishSummer #Sisu #BalticSea #Uusimaa https://www.paris2tokyo.com/podcasts/finland/

Eero spends his final day in Porvoo with a slow riverside walk, a last Runeberg torte, and reflections on the town's patient history. He considers the practical costs of settling in, the pull of the lakeland, and the coming ruska, before packing his bags for the next leg. ☕ Enjoying the show? Help keep every episode free — buymeacoffee.com/paris2tokyo Plan your trip to Finland: eSIM & data · Tours & tickets · Airport transfers · Car rental · Travel insurance · Hotels & full Finland guide → Some links are affiliate links. Episode 13 of Finland Travel Podcast with Eero Virtanen. Eero Virtanen is in Porvoo, Finland. Places in this episode: Porvoo Old Town, Porvoonjoki, Porvoo Cathedral, Runeberg Home Museum, Porvoo Art Factory, RUNO Kitchen, Porvoon Paahtimo, Café Cabriole. Covered: porvoo final reflections, porvoo history and culture, cost of living in porvoo, practicalities of moving in finland, lakeland and ruska anticipation. Chapters:00:00 Old Town Bed and Breakfast Ida-Maria01:24 Porvoonjoki02:45 Church interior04:16 Runeberg Home Museum05:50 Porvoo Art Factory08:39 Bus ride A full transcript of this episode is available in supported apps. #Porvoo #FinlandTravel #OldTownPorvoo #RunebergTorte #PorvooCathedral #PorvooArtFactory #RunebergHome #FinnishLakes #Lakeland #Ruska #FinnishAutumn #SlowTravel #TravelFinland #FinnishCuisine #PorvooRiver #EuropeanDestination #VisitPorvoo #FinnishCulture https://www.paris2tokyo.com/podcasts/finland/

On his final full day in Porvoo, Eero wanders the quiet old town, visits the Runeberg Home once more, reflects on the town's patient rhythm and the cost of a small Finnish life, and feels the lakeland's pull as summer edges toward ruska. ☕ Enjoying the show? Help keep every episode free — buymeacoffee.com/paris2tokyo Plan your trip to Finland: eSIM & data · Tours & tickets · Airport transfers · Car rental · Travel insurance · Hotels & full Finland guide → Some links are affiliate links. Episode 12 of Finland Travel Podcast with Eero Virtanen. Eero Virtanen is in Porvoo, Finland. Places in this episode: Porvoon Paahtimo, Porvoo Cathedral, Linnamäki, Bistro Mestari, Runeberg Home, Café Cabriole, Old Town Bed and Breakfast Ida-Maria. Covered: Porvoo final day, Runeberg Home, Cost of living, Lakeland anticipation, Ruska. Chapters:00:00 Porvoon Paahtimo01:45 Linnamäki02:58 Bistro Mestari04:22 Marina06:17 Café Cabriole07:25 Quiet room A full transcript of this episode is available in supported apps. #Porvoo #FinlandTravel #FinnishSummer #Runeberg #OldTownPorvoo #LakelandFinland #Ruska #SlowTravel #FinnishCafes #PorvooRiver #CostOfLiving #FinnishDailyLife #BusTravelFinland #ArchitectureWalk #Edelfelt #FinnishHistory #Cathedral #SummerDay https://www.paris2tokyo.com/podcasts/finland/

Eero spends a drizzly morning in Porvoo with a Runeberg torte and black coffee, reflecting on 800 years of history, the cost of a simple life, and the pull of the lakeland as summer thins. A quiet episode about patience, sisu, and slow mornings in an old town. ☕ Enjoying the show? Help keep every episode free — buymeacoffee.com/paris2tokyo Plan your trip to Finland: eSIM & data · Tours & tickets · Airport transfers · Car rental · Travel insurance · Hotels & full Finland guide → Some links are affiliate links. Episode 11 of Finland Travel Podcast with Eero Virtanen. Eero Virtanen is in Porvoo, Finland. Places in this episode: Old Town Bed and Breakfast Ida-Maria, Vanha Porvoo, Porvoon Paahtimo Bar & Café, Porvoo Cathedral, Porvoo Art Factory, Porvoonjoki river, Hamari, Kokonniemi hill. Covered: Porvoo history, Runeberg torte and café culture, Cost of living in Porvoo, Art scene in Porvoo, Seasonal change and ruska anticipation, Slow travel and settling in. Chapters:00:00 Vanha Porvoo01:25 Porvoon Paahtimo Bar & Café03:11 Church interior04:04 Porvoo Art Factory05:55 Riverside07:43 Hamari A full transcript of this episode is available in supported apps. #Porvoo #VanhaPorvoo #RunebergTorte #Porvoonjoki #FinlandTravel #VisitFinland #OldTownPorvoo #PorvooCathedral #ArtFactory #Sisu #SlowTravel #FinnishCoffee #AutumnInFinland #Ruska #LakeSaimaa #NordicLife #SummerInFinland #TravelPodcast https://www.paris2tokyo.com/podcasts/finland/

Eero spends a late-summer day on the Porvoonjoki in a kayak, then wanders the quiet streets of the old town. He reflects on the rhythm of the river, the cost of a simple day in a small Finnish town, and the slow approach of autumn. ☕ Enjoying the show? Help keep every episode free — buymeacoffee.com/paris2tokyo Plan your trip to Finland: eSIM & data · Tours & tickets · Airport transfers · Car rental · Travel insurance · Hotels & full Finland guide → Some links are affiliate links. Episode 10 of Finland Travel Podcast with Eero Virtanen. Eero Virtanen is in Porvoo, Finland. Places in this episode: Porvoonjoki, Porvoon Paahtimo Bar & Café, Porvoo Art Factory (Taidetehdas), Pappilanmäki, Restaurant Bistro Mestari, J. L. Runeberg's Home. Covered: Kayaking and river activities, Old Town and residential districts, Local cafes and food costs, Runeberg Home museum, Reflections on settling in Finland. Chapters:00:00 Porvoonjoki04:17 Cafe05:12 Pappilanmäki07:47 Restaurant Bistro Mestari08:36 Room tone A full transcript of this episode is available in supported apps. #Porvoo #FinlandTravel #KayakingFinland #RunebergTorte #OldTownPorvoo #VisitFinland #SlowTravel #SummerInFinland #Porvoonjoki #FinnishCafes #ArtFactoryPorvoo #DayTripFromHelsinki #FinnishArchipelago #JLRuneberg #FinnishHistory #CoastalFinland #PorvooOldTown #Lapland #Ruska #FinnishLakeland https://www.paris2tokyo.com/podcasts/finland/

On his second day in Porvoo, Eero explores the river carnival, visits Brunberg chocolate shop, and takes a quiet evening walk along the Porvoonjoki, reflecting on the changing season and his journey toward the lakeland. ☕ Enjoying the show? Help keep every episode free — buymeacoffee.com/paris2tokyo Plan your trip to Finland: eSIM & data · Tours & tickets · Airport transfers · Car rental · Travel insurance · Hotels & full Finland guide → Some links are affiliate links. Episode 9 of Finland Travel Podcast with Eero Virtanen. Eero Virtanen is in Porvoo, Finland. Places in this episode: Porvoo Old Town, Porvoo Cathedral, Pohja River, Porvoon Paahtimo Bar & Café, Brunberg, Runeberg Home Museum, Art Factory. Covered: local festivals, cafes and food, history and architecture, art and design, cost of living, seasonal reflection. Chapters:00:00 Riverside at dawn01:02 Porvoon Paahtimo Bar & Café02:09 Brunberg05:05 Art Factory06:16 Riverside at dusk08:17 Quiet room A full transcript of this episode is available in supported apps. #Porvoo #PorvooRiverCarnival #Jokikarnevaalit #Brunberg #RunebergHome #ArtFactory #OldTown #Porvoonjoki #FinnishSummer #TravelFinland #FinlandTravel #NordicTravel #LateSummer #Ruska #EeroVirtanen https://www.paris2tokyo.com/podcasts/finland/

Eero arrives in Porvoo, exploring its cobbled old town, red riverside warehouses, cathedral, and artisan cafés, while reflecting on the town's 800-year history and the practicalities of settling in. ☕ Enjoying the show? Help keep every episode free — buymeacoffee.com/paris2tokyo Plan your trip to Finland: eSIM & data · Tours & tickets · Airport transfers · Car rental · Travel insurance · Hotels & full Finland guide → Some links are affiliate links. Episode 8 of Finland Travel Podcast with Eero Virtanen. Eero Virtanen is in Porvoo, Finland. Places in this episode: Porvoo Old Town, Porvoo Cathedral, Porvoo Riverside Warehouses, Old Town Bed and Breakfast Ida-Maria, Porvoon Paahtimo Bar & Café, Restaurant Bistro Mestari, Porvoo Art Factory, Café Cabriole. Covered: Porvoo history and architecture, Food and cafes in Porvoo, Art and galleries in Porvoo, Travel logistics and costs, Seasonal reflection and journey ahead. Chapters:00:00 Old Town Bed and Breakfast Ida-Maria02:09 Riverside03:16 Porvoon Paahtimo Bar & Café04:40 Restaurant Bistro Mestari05:54 Restaurant interior07:14 Café Cabriole08:28 Zum Beispiel A full transcript of this episode is available in supported apps. #PorvooOldTown #PorvooFinland #FinnishTravel #VisitPorvoo #RunebergTorte #PorvooCathedral #FinlandHistory #OldTownPorvoo #RiverPorvoo #FinlandNature #TravelFinland #FinnishArchitecture #PorvooArtFactory #FinlandSummer #SlowTravel #FinlandTravelGuide https://www.paris2tokyo.com/podcasts/finland/

On his final day in Helsinki, Eero takes a last tram ride, visits the Rock Church, and enjoys a quiet lunch at Cafe Regatta, reflecting on the week's settling-in and the coming journey east to the lakeland. ☕ Enjoying the show? Help keep every episode free — buymeacoffee.com/paris2tokyo Plan your trip to Finland: eSIM & data · Tours & tickets · Airport transfers · Car rental · Travel insurance · Hotels & full Finland guide → Some links are affiliate links. Episode 7 of Finland Travel Podcast with Eero Virtanen. Eero Virtanen is in Helsinki, Finland. Places in this episode: Töölö, Temppeliaukio Church (Rock Church), Cafe Regatta, Old Market Hall, Kallio, Karhupuisto, Ravintola Kannas, Kotiharju Sauna. Covered: Helsinki last day reflections, Rock Church Temppeliaukio visit, Kotiharju public sauna experience, Cafe Regatta and coffee prices, Kallio afternoon, Ravintola Nokka dinner, Cost of living and transit pass, Leaving Helsinki. Chapters:00:00 Töölö01:13 Quiet room interior02:32 Cafe Regatta04:28 Kallio05:47 Punavuori07:03 The Folks Hotel Konepaja A full transcript of this episode is available in supported apps. #Helsinki #Finland #HelsinkiTravel #FinlandTravel #RockChurch #Temppeliaukio #Kotiharju #PublicSauna #CafeRegatta #Kallio #HelsinkiFood #FinnishSauna #HelsinkiCity #TravelPodcast #SlowTravel #NordicTravel #Lakeland #Ruska https://www.paris2tokyo.com/podcasts/finland/

On his final full day in Helsinki, Eero walks the quiet streets of Punavuori and Eira, visits the Natural History Museum, and shares a lakeside sauna at Löyly, reflecting on what it means to leave a city that has just begun to feel like home, and what pulls him east toward the lakeland and the ruska. ☕ Enjoying the show? Help keep every episode free — buymeacoffee.com/paris2tokyo Plan your trip to Finland: eSIM & data · Tours & tickets · Airport transfers · Car rental · Travel insurance · Hotels & full Finland guide → Some links are affiliate links. Episode 6 of Finland Travel Podcast with Eero Virtanen. Eero Virtanen is in Helsinki, Finland. Places in this episode: Punavuori, Iso Roobertinkatu, Tawook Lab, Uspenski Cathedral, Katajanokka, Natural History Museum, Kallio, Hakaniemi. Covered: Reflection on first week, Design District walk, Museum visit, Final sauna ritual, Cost recap, Lakeland move anticipation. Chapters:00:00 Punavuori01:45 Tawook Lab03:30 Natural History Museum04:56 Eira07:04 Ravintola Nokka08:01 Night city, hotel room quiet A full transcript of this episode is available in supported apps. #Helsinki #FinlandTravel #FinnishSauna #LoeylySauna #DesignDistrict #Punavuori #NaturalHistoryMuseum #FinnishLakeland #Ruska #MovingToFinland #HelsinkiGuide #TravelFinland #FinnishSummer #SlowTravel #NordicLiving #EiraHelsinki https://www.paris2tokyo.com/podcasts/finland/

Eero spends his fifth day in Helsinki exploring Töölö, visiting the Sibelius Monument, and reflecting on the city's quiet beauty and the practicalities of settling in. He considers the cost of daily life, the rhythm of the city, and his plans for the journey east towards the lakeland and the ruska season. ☕ Enjoying the show? Help keep every episode free — buymeacoffee.com/paris2tokyo Plan your trip to Finland: eSIM & data · Tours & tickets · Airport transfers · Car rental · Travel insurance · Hotels & full Finland guide → Some links are affiliate links. Episode 5 of Finland Travel Podcast with Eero Virtanen. Eero Virtanen is in Helsinki, Finland. Places in this episode: Sibelius Monument, Sibelius Park, Cafe Regatta, Töölö, Kallio, Vaasankatu, Keskuspuisto. Covered: Cost of living, Public transport, Exploration of Töölö, Reflections on future plans, Evening in Kallio, Sisu and settling in. Chapters:00:00 Töölö01:11 Sibelius Monument02:35 Quiet room03:52 Keskuspuisto06:30 Quiet room A full transcript of this episode is available in supported apps. #Helsinki #Finland #SibeliusMonument #Töölö #CafeRegatta #Kallio #HelsinkiTravel #FinlandTravel #ExpatsInFinland #LifeInFinland #Ruska #Sisu #LakeSaimaa #FlowFestival #HelsinkiGuide #FinnishCulture #NordicLiving https://www.paris2tokyo.com/podcasts/finland/

Eero explores Helsinki's quieter side, from Töölö's orderly streets to the Oodi library. He reflects on future plans, the cost of settling in, and the Finnish approach to calm and preparation. ☕ Enjoying the show? Help keep every episode free — buymeacoffee.com/paris2tokyo Plan your trip to Finland: eSIM & data · Tours & tickets · Airport transfers · Car rental · Travel insurance · Hotels & full Finland guide → Some links are affiliate links. Episode 4 of Finland Travel Podcast with Eero Virtanen. Eero Virtanen is in Helsinki, Finland. Places in this episode: Töölö, Olympic Stadium, Oodi Central Library, Rock Church (Temppeliaukio Church), Kallio, Ravintola Kannas. Covered: Helsinki districts, Planning future travel, Finnish sauna culture, Cost of living thoughts, Seasonal change towards ruska, Finnish concepts of sisu. Chapters:00:00 Töölö02:05 Library03:39 City street04:36 City park05:40 Kallio07:52 Quiet room A full transcript of this episode is available in supported apps. #Helsinki #Finland #HelsinkiTravel #FinlandTravel #Töölö #Kallio #Oodi #RockChurch #HelsinkiGuide #SlowTravel #NordicLiving #FinnishSisu #LakeSaimaa #Ruska #EuropeanTravel #TravelPodcast https://www.paris2tokyo.com/podcasts/finland/

On a grey August day in Helsinki, Eero seeks shelter in the Old Market Hall, reflects on the cost of a Finnish lunch, and takes the ferry to the Suomenlinna sea fortress for a long walk in the drizzle. A quiet episode about weathering the weather and finding the city's rhythm. ☕ Enjoying the show? Help keep every episode free — buymeacoffee.com/paris2tokyo Plan your trip to Finland: eSIM & data · Tours & tickets · Airport transfers · Car rental · Travel insurance · Hotels & full Finland guide → Some links are affiliate links. Episode 3 of Finland Travel Podcast with Eero Virtanen. Eero Virtanen is in Helsinki, Finland. Places in this episode: Old Market Hall, Market Square, Suomenlinna, Esplanadi, Central Park, Töölö. Covered: Rainy day activities, Old Market Hall food, Suomenlinna sea fortress, Helsinki daily costs, Late summer atmosphere, Ferry transport. Chapters:00:00 Hotel room01:15 Old Market Hall03:08 Market Square04:58 Suomenlinna06:16 Cafe terrace07:41 Esplanadi08:49 Töölö A full transcript of this episode is available in supported apps. #Helsinki #Finland #HelsinkiTravel #FinlandTravel #Suomenlinna #SeaFortress #OldMarketHall #HelsinkiFood #RainyDay #AugustInFinland #TravelPodcast #Lohikeitto #FinlandNature #Archipelago #SlowTravel #Sisu #HelsinkiArchipelago https://www.paris2tokyo.com/podcasts/finland/

Eero takes a slow Sunday tram ride through Helsinki's districts, explores the Kallio neighbourhood, and reflects on the city's summer rhythm, along with the practical costs of settling in and the upcoming festival season. ☕ Enjoying the show? Help keep every episode free — buymeacoffee.com/paris2tokyo Plan your trip to Finland: eSIM & data · Tours & tickets · Airport transfers · Car rental · Travel insurance · Hotels & full Finland guide → Some links are affiliate links. Episode 2 of Finland Travel Podcast with Eero Virtanen. Eero Virtanen is in Helsinki, Finland. Places in this episode: Kallio Church, Hakaniemi Market Hall, Kaffa Roastery, Temppeliaukio Church, Suomenlinna, Eira, Ullanlinna, Karhupuisto. Covered: helsinki districts, sunday rhythm, transit, food cost, festivals upcoming, seasonal change. Chapters:00:00 Kallio Church00:38 Karhupuisto01:47 City park03:11 Keskuspuisto04:44 Iso Roobertinkatu06:10 Eira07:27 Suomenlinna A full transcript of this episode is available in supported apps. #Helsinki #FinlandTravel #HelsinkiSunday #Kallio #Hakaniemi #Punavuori #DesignDistrict #Temppeliaukio #RockChurch #Suomenlinna #helsinkitram #salmonSoup #bilberry #rayFuel #FlowFestival #NordicTravel #helsinkicafe #AugustInFinland https://www.paris2tokyo.com/podcasts/finland/

In the first episode, Eero Virtanen lands in Helsinki on a grey summer day, wrestles with the practicalities of a new life—registration, banking, a SIM card—and finds moments of quiet wonder in the city's streets, sea fortress, and sauna. A grounded introduction to starting over in Finland. ☕ Enjoying the show? Help keep every episode free — buymeacoffee.com/paris2tokyo Plan your trip to Finland: eSIM & data · Tours & tickets · Airport transfers · Car rental · Travel insurance · Hotels & full Finland guide → Some links are affiliate links. Episode 1 of Finland Travel Podcast with Eero Virtanen. Eero Virtanen is in Helsinki, Finland. Places in this episode: Helsinki-Vantaa Airport, The Folks Hotel Konepaja, Kallio, Ravintola Kannas, Senate Square, Tuomiokirkko, Esplanadi, Market Square. Covered: Arrival and first-day logistics, Administrative registration with DVV, Banking and digital identity, Public transport in Helsinki, Sauna culture and practice, City walking and history, Food and local cuisine. Chapters:00:00 Airport road00:42 The Folks Hotel Konepaja02:11 Kallio03:54 City morning05:29 Senate Square07:09 Suomenlinna09:30 Töölö A full transcript of this episode is available in supported apps. #Helsinki #Finland #Suomi #TravelFinland #HelsinkiTravel #MoveToFinland #ExpatFinland #FinnishSauna #Loyly #Suomenlinna #DVV #SchengenVisa #HelsinkiTransport #HSL #KallioHelsinki #TöölöHelsinki #ColdWaterSwim #FinnishSummer https://www.paris2tokyo.com/podcasts/finland/