Helsinki: Underground War Bunker Tour

In the heart of Finland’s capital, children’s laughter reverberates from an underground playground. Nearby, people relax at a beach bar while others play a game of beach volley ball. At first glance, all appears to be business as usual. But beneath the polished concrete and colourful climbing frames lies a far more serious purpose: this is a civil-defence shelter ready to be locked down within hours. The vast network of dual-use shelters in Helsinki – designed for both everyday recreation and wartime protection – demonstrates a striking intersection of civic architecture, national strategy and social normalcy. Current planning guidance states that dual-use shelters must convert within 72 hours from public-use venue to full civil-defence mode – with blast doors, air-filtration, provisions and sleeping cots deployed. We will show you some of the most interesting dual-use shelters in Helsinki.

Point de rendez-vous

As you enter the coffee shop look to the service counter and you will see my Finnish Flag and Finnish Sauna Elf (We bring him for good luck). Come and join us when you spot us!

Prise en charge

Tout le monde se retrouve au point de départ ; il n’y a pas de prise en charge.

Type de billet

Mobile or paper ticket accepted

Taille du groupe

Jusqu’à 6 voyageurs

Opéré par

Helsinki With Robbie

• Public transportation options are available nearby
• Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness