Welcome to discover Mikkeli’s unique Headquarters history. During the Second World War, Finland’s defence operations were led from Mikkeli between 1939 and 1945, giving the town a remarkable place in the nation’s history.

Today, Mikkeli offers a fascinating journey into the wartime years through museums, historic manor houses and authentic sites where the stories and atmosphere of the era still come vividly to life.

Mikkeli’s headquarters history in a nutshell

Where can you encounter Mikkeli’s headquarters history? Watch the animated video and take a journey back in time to explore the city’s past!

Mikkeli's Club – Marshal Mannerheim's regular haunt

“Mikkelin Klubi”, now a private venue, was a favourite gathering place of Commander-in-Chief Mannerheim during his years in Mikkeli.

Mikkelin Klubi, jossa ylipäällikkö Mannerheim ruokaili Mikkelin vuosinaan, toimii nykyisin tilausravintolana.