Hakametsä
Hakametsä is a SUB AREA in Tampere, Pirkanmaa.
Hakametsä, a vibrant district in Tampere, Pirkanmaa, is a haven for sports enthusiasts and nature lovers. Known for its iconic ice hockey arena, the area buzzes with energy during game nights. Beyond the rink, explore lush parks and serene lakeside trails perfect for hiking and cycling. The district blends modern Finnish design with cozy cafes and local boutiques, offering a genuine taste of urban Finnish life. In summer, long daylight hours invite outdoor adventures, while winter transforms the landscape into a snowy wonderland ideal for skating and cross-country skiing. Hakametsä's friendly atmosphere and excellent public transport make it an easy base for exploring Tampere's cultural landmarks, such as the Vapriikki Museum and Pyynikki Observation Tower. Whether you're catching a hockey game or enjoying a peaceful sauna by the lake, Hakametsä promises an authentic Finnish experience.
Best time to visit Hakametsä
Best from May to September for mild weather and outdoor activities. June-August offers long daylight hours (midnight sun) and festivals. Winter (December-March) is ideal for winter sports and experiencing the magical snow-covered landscape.
October
NowTypical for October
- Weather
- Cold 0 to 8°C
Travel notes
- Crowds
- Low
- Prices
- Low
Rainy, indoor attractions
Know before you go
Getting there
Tampere-Pirkkala Airport
International
15 km away
Helsinki-Vantaa Airport
International
180 km away
Getting around
Stay connected
WiFi speed
50 Mbps
Mobile data
Excellent
WiFi
Widely available in cafes, hotels, and public spaces
Local SIM
Local SIM available at airport or R-kioski from $10
Stay safe
Overall
9/10Very low crime; scams are rare.
Night safety
8/10Very low crime; scams are rare.
Transport
9/10Scam risk
2/10Entry and health
Health information
Culture
Local customs
Costs and practicals
Cost level
Meals
Hotels
Local transport
Cost notes
Timezone
Local time 17:34
More facts
Population
806
Type
Suburb
Nearby areas in Tampere
Aakkula
Ala-Pispala
Amuri
Amuri A
Amuri B
Atala
Epilä
Epilänharju
Etelä-Hervanta
Etelä-Kyttälä
Finlayson
Hallila
Hatanpää
Haukiluoma
Hervanta
Hervantajärvi
Hervanta kaakko
Hervanta koillinen
Hervanta lounas
Hervanta luode
Holvasti
Huikas
Hyhky
Ikuri
Järvensivu
Jokipohja
Juhannuskylä
Kaakinmaa
Kaarila
Kaleva
Kalevanharju
Kalevanrinne
Kalkku
Kämmenniemi
Kaukajärvi
Kissanmaa
Koivistonkylä
Korkinmäki
Kumpula
Kyttälä
Lamminpää
Lapinniemi
Lappi
Leinola
Lentävänniemi
Lielahti
Liisankallio
Linnainmaa
Lintulampi
Lukonmäki
Messukylä
Multisilta
Muotiala
Nalkala
Nekala
Niemenranta
Niemi
Olkahinen
Osmonmäki
Pappila
Peltolammi
Pispala
Pohjois-Hervanta
Pohjois-Kyttälä
Pohtola
Pyynikinrinne
Pyynikki
Rahola
Rantaperkiö
Ratina
Ristimäki
Ristinarkku
Ruotula
Ryydynpohja
Santalahti
Särkänniemi
Taatala
Tahmela
Takahuhti
Tammela
Tammela A
Tammela B
Tammerkoski
Tampella
Tasanne
Tesomajärvi
Tohloppi
Toijala
Tulli
Turtola
Uusikylä
Vehmainen
Veisu
Viinikka
Villilä
Vuohenoja
Vuores
Ylä-Pispala
Frequently Asked Questions
Also known as: Hakametsae, Hakametsä, Хакаметсä


