Suggested excursion: In the Footsteps of Mannerheim

Morning

Muisti Centre of War and Peace & Headquarters Museum 2–2.5 h

• Muisti is a modern science centre whose exhibitions explore how the war generation experienced war and how it affected society.
• The Headquarters Museum is part of Muisti.
• A chance to visit the museum shop and Café Rauha.
• Book a 30-minute introductory tour for groups.
• After the introductory tour, your group can explore the exhibitions independently (2 h).

Buffet lunch at Café Rauha 1 h

Afternoon

In the Footsteps of Marshal Mannerheim walking tour, 1 h

• Your guide will also tell you about Mikkeli's role as a military headquarters and Commander-in-Chief Mannerheim's life in the city. Reservations: Elsi +358 (0) 40 518 1466. Additional information for planning your trip: Mikkeli Tourist Information, matkailu@mikkeli.fi, +358 44 794 5669.

Infantry Museum 2 h

• Founded in 1982, this specialised national military museum provides a broad overview of the infantry's history.
• Please book your guided tour in advance.

Travelling to Landhaus Kekkola 15 mins

Dinner at Landhaus Kekkola 1.5h

• Landhaus Kekkola's German-Italian restaurant is open during the summer.
• Some of the Headquarters departments were located at Landhaus Kekkola during the war. Horses were gathered there during the Winter War, and the artillery inspector, General V. P. Nenonen, and his staff lived at the manor in 1944 during the Continuation War.
• Kekkola's à la carte restaurant is open during the summer. Please order catering for private groups in advance during the winter season. Read more on Landhaus Kekkola's website.

Accommodation is provided by

Landhaus Kekkola • Löytö Manor • Saimaanranta Resort by Anttolanhovi • Sokos Hotel Vaakuna • Tertti Manor

A guide for the whole day

Mikkeli Guides also offers the option to book a guide for the whole day. Contact Elsi to book your guide +358 (0)40 518 1466.