Torsby Finnish Settlement Centre

A visit here is the perfect place to start before hiking to one of the Finn settlements, which are unique in the world, and located right nearby. Here, we tell the stories of people who have lived and worked for centuries in what came to be known as the Finnskogen area. A forest that goes on for many miles, and is full of tradition, folklore, mystery and breathtaking nature.

The Torsby Finnish Settlement Centre is a museum and an important meeting-place. We work to ­preserve and highlight the history of this area. We wish to give you knowledge of the past, and a ­new perspective on the life of the present.

Opening hours 2025

1 June–31 August
Monday–Sunday 11–17
Closed Midsummer Eve

Guided tours every day

During the summer, we offer guided tours of our ­permanent exhibition, Finnskogens landskap. The tours starts at 14 and are included in the admission. Sign up at the reception.

Hike along Karmenpolku every Wednesday

Join us on a hike and guided tour along the Karmenpolku nature trail (approx. 1 km), to the Karmenkynna heritage farm. Every Wednesday starting at 11, at Torsby Finnskogscentrum. The guided hike will take approx. 1 hour. Pre-book tickets here.

If you would like more tips on what to see and do during your visit, contact us or visit Visit Torsby.