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Towards the European Capital of Culture
Tampere and the Tampere Region are applying to become the European Capital of Culture 2026, in order to promote what is most important to us: The people. We want to permanently enhance the quality of life and equality of our residents and use culture as our engine for change.
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The most attractive city in Finland? Of course it’s Tampere!
Our address changed: TampereRegion2026 is now Tampere26
Projects worth 500 000 euros support Tampere European Capital of Culture bid
Our new leaflet “Towards the European Capital of Culture” has been published!
Tampere and the Tampere Region are together applying to become the European Capital of Culture in 2026 and we want YOU to join!
Culture means connections between people. In our daily lives, we can all be part of the Capital of Culture project – because the community is us. It is time to share our culture, art, industrial history, and natural and environmental values.
Tips for visiting Tampere and the Tampere Region
Restaurant recommendations, activities, events … You can find these and many other tips for the Tampere Region on the Visit Tampere website.
Buildings along the Tammerkoski rapids. Photo: Laura Vanzo / Visit Tampere
Exploring Tampere
Going the Distance for Cheap Alcohol
Exploring Tampere
Victories in Ice Hockey and Zamboni Driving
Exploring Tampere
Robots, and Bunnies, and Snow, Oh My!
Exploring Tampere
Jumping Headfirst into Nearly Freezing Water
Exploring Tampere
Thank you, all our great supporters!
Find out what our international supporters have to say about Tampere.
On a journey with us
