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Varkauden tehdasalue ilmasta
Helmikuu 2026

Varkaus received the European Heritage Label

The European Commission awarded Varkaus's industrial heritage the European Heritage Label on 24 February 2026. Varkaus is the third site in Finland to receive the label — and one of the few European industrial heritage sites.

The recognition covers three nationally significant built heritage areas, the protected rapids landscape and nearly 300 years of industrial history. Varkaus differs from other sites in that it remains an active industrial area — not a museum piece, but a living and developing town.

Korpelan uusi omistaja Savontie 9:n edessä
2025

Korpela has a new owner — all apartments renovated

The historic Korpela at Savontie 9 has a new owner. All 20 apartments have been fully renovated and refurnished. The property now serves as furnished accommodation for workers and companies.

During renovation, a large terrace was built in the courtyard, serving as a pop-up café in summer. Korpela is once again full of life and part of a new chapter in Old Varkaus.
Tertunkulma Ahlströminkatu 22
2025

Tertunkulma Oy acquired a new property at Ahlströminkatu 22

Tertunkulma Oy expanded its operations by acquiring a property at Ahlströminkatu 22 on Päiviönsaari. The building is in a prominent location on the main street, and renovation work is underway.

The property will house rental apartments, furnished penthouses, commercial and office spaces, and advertising locations. More info: tertunkulma.fi, tel. 040 923 3970.
Viking Kebab Pizzerian uusi omistaja
2025

Viking Kebab Pizzeria has a new owner

Viking Kebab Pizzeria at the corner of the market square has a new owner. Varkaus's most popular pizzeria continues at its familiar location at Kauppatori 1, serving a wide selection of pizzas, kebab dishes and grilled favourites.

The new owner continues the established tradition with generous portions and friendly service.

Korpelan pihapiiri ja terassi
Kesä 2026

Pop Up Café Korpela opened its doors

A summer café opened in the historic Korpela courtyard at Savontie 9. The large terrace in the middle of the wooden house district offers coffee, pastries, ice cream, grilled sausages and other treats affordably — all €1–2.

The café is open on summer weekends, Saturdays and Sundays 10–20, weather permitting. Visitors can also view the renovated apartments.

Huhtikuu 2026

Pancho Villa opened in Varkaus

The Finnish tex-mex restaurant chain Pancho Villa opened in Varkaus in April 2026. The restaurant operates in the former Rosso premises at Ahlströminkatu 21, and is the chain's 55th restaurant.

Weekday lunch buffet, burgers, tortillas and an extensive à la carte menu. All food prepared from scratch in-house.