Kissanmaa
Kissanmaa is a SUB AREA in Tampere, Pirkanmaa.
Kissanmaa, a serene district in Tampere, Pirkanmaa, offers a unique blend of urban tranquility and natural beauty. Nestled between lush forests and the shimmering Lake Pyhäjärvi, this area is perfect for travelers seeking outdoor adventures like hiking, cycling, and lakeside picnics. The nearby Pyynikki Observation Tower provides panoramic views of the city and surrounding lakes. Kissanmaa's local cafes and markets offer a taste of Finnish hospitality, with fresh berries and traditional pastries. Its proximity to Tampere's city center means easy access to museums, like the Vapriikki Museum Centre, and vibrant nightlife. Whether you're exploring the scenic trails or relaxing by the water, Kissanmaa promises a peaceful yet engaging Finnish experience.
Best time to visit Kissanmaa
Best from June to August for warm weather and outdoor activities. Winter (December-February) offers snow sports and Northern Lights chances. Spring and autumn are quieter with beautiful foliage.
October
NowRight now
- Condition
- Clear
- Temperature
- 12°
- Feels like
- 8°
- Humidity
- 63%
- Wind
- 18 km/h
- Precipitation
- 0 mm
Typical for October
- Weather
- Cold 0-8°C, rainy
Travel notes
- Crowds
- Low
- Prices
- Low
Mushroom foraging
Weather from Open-Meteo
Know before you go
Getting there
Tampere-Pirkkala Airport
International
17 km away
Helsinki-Vantaa Airport
International
180 km away
Getting around
Stay connected
WiFi speed
30 Mbps
Mobile data
Excellent
WiFi
Widely available in cafes, hotels, and public spaces
Local SIM
Local SIM available at R-kioski or supermarket from $10
Stay safe
Overall
9/10Very safe; common sense advised.
Night safety
8/10Very safe; common sense advised.
Transport
9/10Scam risk
7/10Entry and health
Health information
Culture
Local customs
Costs and practicals
Cost level
Meals
Hotels
Local transport
Cost notes
Timezone
Local time 12:30
More facts
Population
2,729
Type
Suburb
Nearby areas in Tampere
Aakkula
Ala-Pispala
Amuri
Amuri A
Amuri B
Atala
Epilä
Epilänharju
Etelä-Hervanta
Etelä-Kyttälä
Finlayson
Hakametsä
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
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: Kissanmaa, Киссанмаа

