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Korteniemi Heritage Farm: A Step Back in Time

Step back in time at Korteniemi Heritage Farm, experience 1910s Finnish rural life in Liesjärvi National Park, Tammela. Traditional farming & animals await!

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Experience rural Finnish life from the 1910s at Korteniemi Heritage Farm, nestled in Liesjärvi National Park. This meticulously preserved forest ranger's estate showcases traditional farming methods, Finnish crops, and indigenous farm animals, offering a unique glimpse into the past.

A brief summary to Korteniemi Heritage Farm

  • 31350 Liesjärvi, Korteniementie 270, Tammela, FI
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Local tips

  • Visit during the summer months (May-September) when the farm is open and most activities are available.
  • Check the schedule for seasonal events like craft demonstrations and local food markets to enhance your visit.
  • Wear comfortable shoes for exploring the farm and the surrounding nature trails.
  • Consider taking a guided tour for in-depth insights into the farm's history and traditional practices.
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Getting There

  • Car

    From Tammela, head west on Tammelan Kirkkotie towards Korteniementie. Continue until the intersection with Korteniementie, then turn left. Follow Korteniementie for approximately 10 kilometers; Korteniemi Heritage Farm is located at Korteniementie 270. There is ample parking available on-site. Note that some navigators may provide incorrect directions via Hennontie; instead, turn off main road 2 to Kansallispuistontie, following signs for Liesjärvi National Park and Korteniemi. There are no tolls on this route.

  • Public Transport

    From Forssa, take a bus towards Tammela. Alight at Kyynäräntie Road intersection. From there, it is a 4 km walk to Korteniemi Heritage Farm. Check local bus schedules in advance. Bus fare from Forssa to Kyynäräntie is approximately €3-5.

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Korteniemi Heritage Farm, located within Liesjärvi National Park in Tammela, offers visitors a unique opportunity to step back in time and experience Finnish rural life as it was in the early 1900s. This well-preserved forest ranger's estate, owned by Metsähallitus since 1878 and part of the National Park since 1956, showcases the traditional practices and landscapes of the era. The farm's buildings, gardens, and fields have remained largely unchanged for over a century. During the summer months, the farm comes alive with Finnish farm animals such as horses, cows, sheep, chickens, and a rooster. Traditional Finnish crops are cultivated using time-honored methods, with rye harvested by scythe, dried on racks, and threshed with flails. Visitors can participate in farm chores and learn about the daily life of a forest ranger's family. Korteniemi's location within Liesjärvi National Park provides opportunities to explore the surrounding natural beauty. The park features diverse landscapes, including sturdy spruce forests, lingonberry heaths, eskers, and lake scenery. Hiking trails, such as the Ahonnokka nature trail, Pohjantikka circle trail, and Punatulkku trail, start near the farm, allowing visitors to discover the park's natural features.

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