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Planted deciduous trees and special forest stands in Fiskars

In Fiskars, there are several trees or small forest stands that have been planted in memory of important events and people or with future needs in mind.

Myths about the forest

The significance of trees and the forest for humans is reflected in Finnish folk traditions, which are filled with myths surrounding the forest.

On a forest hike

availability of wood for charcoal burning. Over the years, Fiskars ironworks acquired large agricultural and forested areas for its use,

On a forest hike

The forest has always been vital for Fiskars ironworks because the operation relied on the availability of wood for charcoal burning. Over the years,

Fiskars Forests and Forestry

Thanks to the vast forests and waterways, Western Uusimaa was an excellent place to establish ironworks. For the ironworks operations such as the blast furnace,

Fiskars recent history 1960-1990

Here you can read more about Fiskars Ironworks recent history from 1960 to 1990 when the industry moved away and was replaced with an artist community.