Get to know Mathildedal Ironworks
The Ruukkipolku map leads the independent traveler on an adventure into the charming history of the buildings and the village. Those hungry for culture can pick up a Ruukkipolku map at the hotel reception.
There is also a history exhibition at Mathildedal Ironworks. In the exhibition you can see equipment and objects produced at Mathildedal and neighbour village Teijo. The exhibition includes e.g. a Winha snowmobile, a Teijo car and various threshing machines. The exhibition is open in spring and autumn on weekends and in summer every day. Admission to the exhibition is free.
Village of Mathildedal
The rough milieu of the 1850s ironworks hides a modern village community of 140 inhabitants. Leisure residents multiply the number of residents in the summer. The heart of the village is the old factory area, Mathildedalin Ruukkitehtaat, where our hotel and cafe are located.
Dreams came true and a new era came to the village when Tuula and Harri Gustafsson set out in 2003 to renovate and develop the area towards cultural tourism. Many entrepreneurs have believed in this vision of theirs and, inspired by it, have set out to realize their own dreams here in Mathildedal.
Many small producers and craftsmen have found their way to Mathildedal's artisan village. Within 150 m of Mathildedal Ironworks, there are many wonderful shops and restaurants, as well as activity options.
Kaarnalaiva is an idyllic workshop where you can get handmade brushes and baskets.
Second Chance specializes in women's and children's clothing. The entire production is done in Finland, from design to manufacturing.
Ruukin Kehräämö specializes in alpaca yarn and knitwear made from it for the whole family.
Studio Nina Kaverinen is a fairly new acquaintance in the village and is located next to Ruukin Kehräämö. Nina Kaverinen is a photographer, and from her studio you can find cute Mathildedal-themed products.
In the upper village, there is Kyläpanimon Olutpuoti (village brewery), where you can find local drinks for beer and cider lovers.
Mathilda Marina has a sea-inspired milieu and menu. The port restaurant offers a wonderful view on Halikko bay.
Restaurant Terho is the living room of the whole village, which is known for local beers and plank pizza, as well as coffee from its own roastery.
The bakery-restaurant Matildankartano specializes in root bread, and instead of a menú, there is a daily portion of food that varies according to the seasons. You can also buy bread from the bakery.
Mathildedal's ironwork village is one of the cutest old villages in Finland. Rustic ironworks area, old red wooden houses, boutique hotels, cafés, small shops and, of course, alpacas create the perfect setting for the perfect relaxing holiday.
