Raatteen vartiomuseo
The border guard station museum at the end of the Raate Road has been restored to its 1939 appearance and tells of everyday life at the station before the war; free admission.
Have only individual sections read aloud
About the museum
The Raatteen vartiomuseo is located at the eastern end of the Raate Road in Suomussalmi. The guard building was completed in 1923 and is the only surviving border guard building built before the wars. The museum opened in summer 1988.
The building has been restored to its 1939 appearance. The museum tells of life at the border guard station before the Second World War, and of how the events of the Winter War on the Raate Road affected everyday life at the station. The station was used by soldiers of three different states: first Finns, then Russians during the Winter War, and Germans during the Continuation War.
Highlights
- Border guard building completed in 1923
- Restored to its 1939 appearance
- The only surviving guard station built before the wars
- Free admission
- Founded
- 1988
Admission & discounts
Admission is free.
| Adults | free |
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Free admission to the museum. Guided tours at other times are charged separately.
Accessibility
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Kids & families
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Getting there & parking
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Amenities & dining
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Events & venue rental
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Plan your visit
| Guided tours | yes |
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| Good to know | Guided visits outside opening hours are booked through the Suomussalmi tourist information (Visit Suomussalmi); a separate fee is charged for the guided tour. |
