Living in the Tampere Region

Tampere is the most popular city to live and study in Finland according to several national surveys. The Tampere Region is the 2nd largest region in Finland with its half a million inhabitants.

Tampere is the largest inland city in the Nordic countries. It is located between two lakes Näsijärvi and Pyhäjärvi surrounded by large green forest areas and beautiful Nordic nature. The Tammerkoski rapids run through the city.

Tampere is known as a vibrant centre of culture, sports, events, research, education and business, and as the hometown of several innovations like the world´s first GSM call.