Hiihtomuseo


As well as a refurbished 'Sense of Skiing' exhibition that documents the history of the city's snow sports, this popular museum has a hugely enjoyable 3D ski-jump simulator and an optical biathlon practice rifle that visitors can have fun with. If visiting in summer, consider taking the chairlift (€4) to the observation terrace at the top of the ski jump; it's great if there’s someone practising, and good for the views in any event.


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