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Town in Ostrobothnia, Finland
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Kaskinen (Kaskö in Swedish) is an idyllic harbour town on the shores of the Gulf of Bothnia in Ostrobothnia, Finland.
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Lighthouse and former pilot station, now used for accommodation of tourists, meetings and get-aways. The lighthouse was built in 1875, 25 m high, with petrol-fuelled light – a new development. It was automated in 1967 and is still in use. Visits can be had during the opening hours of the café or lodging, or by agreement. Guiding by request. Book beforehand. The interior is original, including the Fresnel lens. The pilot station has heritage from the 18th century, closed in 1985. Private tours for groups of six or more. Programme services, such as fishing trips, seal safaris and snowmobile tours (in season). The western shore of the large Sälgrund island faces the open sea. A visit should include enjoying the wood (through which you'll walk) and the shore. Nature trail.
A café-restaurant with grill food and hamburgers.
The hotel has 20 double rooms and one suite, all with bathroom facilities and TV. Some of the rooms have a fridge and Wi-Fi connections. The hotel has a sauna, which includes a cabinet for 14 persons. The sauna-cabin can be reserved separately.
Yearly in October.
By bus
Direct bus routes are available from Vaasa and Närpes. Timetables are available from Matkahuolto.
By ferry
There is also a ferry connection to the island Eskilsö (Eskö), Närpes, immediately to the west of the town centre.
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