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In the heart of Finland, the most important thing is preserved. Here you are safe and soundless.
Welcome to a rural and authentic environment in the heart of Finland. Here life is human-sized and everyone has room to breathe, recover and dream. Come and work, travel and engage in hobbies in our wilderness, lake-rich nature.
Welcome to Heart of Finland – whether you are coming to work, do business, live, study or enjoy the peace of lakes and wilderness. On the website, you will find a wide range of information on our region’s services, housing, tourism, job and education opportunities, as well as business services and regional development.
Heart of Finland is an area formed by seven rural municipalities in northern Central Finland. Through close cooperation, we ensure that our area is vibrant and attractive to residents, entrepreneurs and tourists alike. A strong future is pulsating in the heart of Finland!
Get to know Sydänsuomi
The Startup Village development concept as a lever for the development of rural areas – workshop results from Kyläareena 2025
From Skills to Business – Rural Opportunities in the Era of Digitalization
Dark magic in the heart of Finland
Find up-to-date information on major projects in your area
Major projects in the Sydänsuomessa area and the Kaustinen region are conveniently displayed on a map and in articles.