Savonlinna Cathedral
Savonlinnan tuomiokirkko
A red-brick neo-Gothic church from 1879, a landmark on the high ground of the western city, with a large pipe organ inside.
The cathedral was built between 1874 and 1879 to designs by architect Axel Hampus, in red-brick neo-Gothic style, and its spire is one of the tallest structures in town. It was damaged by Soviet bombing during World War II and restored after the war. It now serves as a branch cathedral of the Mikkeli Diocese of the Evangelical Lutheran Church of Finland, and organ concerts are often held here in summer. It is open free to visitors during daytime hours in summer. At other times it is mainly used for services and events. It is about a 10-minute walk west of the market square.
Opening hours
Summer approx. 10:00–16:00
Nearby sights
- Savonlinna Market Square
- Lake Saimaa Cruise
- Linnankatu Old Town
- Riihisaari Lake Saimaa Nature Centre
- Sulosaari
- Olavinlinna Castle
- Rauhalinna Villa
- Kolovesi National Park