The village of Heinäjoki is located 5 kilometers from the center of Turenki towards Lammi. The northern part of the village once belonged to the municipality of Vanaja. An old road called Hiidentie ran through the village. This road is an ancient route used by the oldest inhabitants of Häme. The village also features the Lintuvuori spring, which is an old sacrificial spring.

The focal point of the village is the Heinäjoki school functioning as a primary school. For over twenty years, the Heinäjoki village association and the village’s main event has been the traditional Latotanssit dance event held in June at Mikkola’s barn, in an idyllic rural setting.

Recreational opportunities

At Heinäjoki school, there is an ice skating rink in winter and a football field in summer, ski trails, community volunteer work by the village association, swimming beaches, and an active Heinäjoki fire department (volunteer-based) that organizes various activities and events.

The village association organizes many different activities for residents year-round in the fields of culture and sports. The village association has published a history book about the village titled Heinäjoki – from tenants to the present day.

Rental facilities

• The Village Association rents out tents
  The association has two tents of different sizes available for rent, suitable for various events such as weddings and confirmation parties.
• Sarastus Lodge
  A spacious hall, two saunas with dressing and washing rooms, and a kitchen.
  Contact: Seppo Sohlman, tel. +358 400 736 340 www.turenginsarastus.net

Other interesting facts

Erkki and Marja Niemi’s Experience Yard for children and the young at heart.
Sculptures, hobby horse track, yard games, etc. Free entry.
Lintuvuorentie 14, 14200 Turenki.