Discover Matku: History and Raitoonlammi

Matku offers several points of interest for a stay: a prayer house dating from 1910, the historic Kreivilä manor, a beach and a seasonal bus connection to the centre of Forssa. The area's history spans from the manor in the 17th century to an arrival at the railway station in 1906. If you are looking for a holiday rental, it helps to match these themes to your travel plans: would you like to focus on history, spend time by the water, or include Forssa as well?

The prayer house and Kreivilä: two historical timelines

The prayer house was built in Matku in 1910. Teacher Akseli Korpinen played an active part in its founding. The year it was built is therefore linked to a specific person and their role in its establishment. For travellers interested in local culture, this is a clearly defined historical point of interest.

Kreivilä, also known as Matkun kartano, dates back further: it was established in the 1690s from three farms that had been given to Karl Bäck. Its origins in several farms differ markedly from the history of the prayer house, whose construction year is known. Together, the two stories give Matku a historical span from the late 17th century to the early 20th century.

A name from the railway station's past

Matku railway station is also part of the area's history: for a short time, it was called Forssa. Another episode is dated to 1906. One January evening, the Russian writer Maksim Gorky arrived there, accompanied by a female companion, the artist Axel Gallén and his wife. The station's former name and this arrival represent different historical traces: one concerns the station's name, the other a specific moment involving several well-known people.

Raitoonlammi and bus service to Forssa

Raitoonlammi beach is located at Raitoontie 518, 31110 Matku. If you are planning a day of swimming, it is a specific point of interest for your stay. Check the current conditions at the beach before your visit.

The bus service in northern Forssa runs via Raitoo, Matku and Kalsu to the city centre of Forssa and back. It operates seasonally on school days from August to May. If you would like to include Forssa, this connection may be useful when planning your trip. Check the current timetable before travelling so you can take its seasonal and school-day operation into account.

A guide to finding accommodation

Matkun kylätalo is in the centre of Matku, on a road and near the railway line. Its location is a useful reference point when finding your way around the area on a map.

Different travel plans can shape your search for a holiday rental: Raitoonlammi offers the option of a day at the beach, the bus connection provides a seasonal link to Forssa, and the prayer house, Kreivilä and railway station each lead to a different chapter in the area's history. This way, you can focus your search on the experiences you actually want to include.

For the broader travel overview: Forssa.