Kokemäki is a great travel destination right in the heart of the Satakunta region. Kokemäki is easily accessible by public transport or by car, as it is located right along National Road 2 (Pori-Helsinki) and the Pori-Tampere railway line. Buses also stop in Kokemäki.
Outdoor activities and sports
Do sports get your heart racing, or do you crave culture? Kokemäki has it all. Whatever the season, there’s always something to do! If you are used to an active lifestyle, do not worry, Kokemäki offers a wide range of activities to choose from! When the ground is bare from snow, joggers and runners can enjoy our numerous footpaths to clear body and mind. Take a walk in nature, go to church or fish at beautiful Kokemäki river! We offer things to see, do and experience for everyone.
Pitkäjärvi
Pitkäjärvi lake area offers great opportunities for different kind of outdoor activities. There are a variety of different kind of services from restaurant to equipment rental and meeting facilities. The golf hall serves all year around. Several hiking trails also start from Pitkäjärvi. In Pitkäjärvi the whole family enjoys their time!
More information (in English): https://www.pitkajarvi.fi/en
Puurijärvi and Isosuo National Park
The national park, established in 1993, opens up to a unique natural landscape, which is perfectly suited as an excursion destination for nature enthusiasts. From address Yttiläntie 981, you can follow the path to the Kärjenkallio bird tower, which is one of the highest in the Nordic countries.
More information (in English): https://www.nationalparks.fi/puurijarvi-isosuonp
Sights to see
Museum brigde
A wooden grid bridge, completed in the autumn of 1893, was burned in April 1918. A new bridge was built the following summer by Red prisoners. It was completed in 106 days and it was ready for use in October 1919. It was declared as a museum bridge in 1982. Still in use for traffic, the bridge is one of the most beautiful landmarks in Kokemäki.
Address: Siltakatu, 32800 Kokemäki
Stone Church of Gustav III
Kokemäki’s grand stone church on the Tulkkila Hill was built at the end of the 18th century and it is called Gustav III’s Church according to the ruler who determined the location of the church and approved of the construction plan.
Address: Tulkkilantie 21, 32800 Kokemäki
Suspension bridge of Säpilä
The 126 m long wooden suspension bridge that crosses the Kokemäenjoki River was built in 1949–1950. The bridge provides a beautiful view to the river and the rocks by the shore are a perfect location for a picnic on a beautiful summer day. The bridge was fully renovated in 2019 by Raitio’s village association. A boat pier can be found on the shore of the bridge.
Address: Uppaantie, 32830 Riste.
For more leisure-time ideas go to: en.kokemaki.fi/leisure
Eat and drink
If you are feeling hungry, Kokemäki offers various options to choose from. You can find smaller snacks for when you’re peckish, or full dinners for emptier stomachs. Craving something with your coffee? You’re sure to find something for everyone! Charming summer cafés will provide you an additional selection to choose from when the season kicks in.
You can find a list of Kokemäki’s restaurants (in Finnish) here: kokemaki.fi/ravintolat
Info for visitors
You can find local tourist information points in these locations:
K-Supermarket Teljänportti – Local supermatket
Address: Teljänportti 3
Open during the opening hours of the store.
Vanha Juustola – Craft boutique
Kokemäen Kudonta ja Värjäys Oy
Address: Siltakatu 1 B
Open Wed–Fri 10am–5pm.
Kokemäen kaupunginvirasto – The Town Office
Address: Tulkkilantie 2
Open Mon–Fri 9am–11am and 12pm–3pm
Muuntamokahvila – Cafe
Address: Seuratalonrinne 1
Open June–August daily 11am−7pm.