Teijo Ironworks

Salo, Finland

Teijo ironworks was established in 1686 to the lands of old Teijo manor by Lorentz Creutz. The industrial work ended in 1908, but today there still exists old buildings, restaurant and fascinating manor building and park. The manor is privately owned, but you can walk the road adjacent to it.

Teijo church on the hill near the manor is the smallest stone church in Finland. It was built in 1830.

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Address

Telakkatie 17, Salo, Finland
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Details

Founded: 1686
Category: Industrial sites in Finland
Historical period: Swedish Empire (Finland)

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www.teijonmasuuni.fi

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Marika Mäntyniemi (9 months ago)
Teijo Kulttuurimeijer had interesting exhibitions. The space is quite nostalgic. It's worth a visit.
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