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Welcome to Turku – Trip to Ruissalo

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Autumn 2022 Welcome to Turku series kicks off with a lovely trip to the nearby island of Ruissalo. Join us on the famous Föli water bus as we explore the archipelago and perhaps enjoy a coffee watching the boats go by.

We will meet at the water bus stop at Martinsilta Bridge (Google Maps link here) at 16.00. There is a return water bus leaving Ruissalo at 18.00, arriving back in Turku City centre at 18.25. There are also many regular buses to and from Ruissalo, so participants can leave earlier or stay and explore the island as they wish. 

This event will cover the cost of the water bus tickets; participants are responsible for buying their own food on the island. Registration in advance is requiredThe language of the event is English.

16:00 Meet at the water bus stop at Martinsilta
16.15 Water bus leaves
16.40 Arrive at Ruissalo
17.00 Refreshments at Ruissalo Boatyard
18.00 Return water bus leaves
18.25 Arrive back at Martinsilta
18.30 End of event

PLEASE REGISTER HERE & read more about the event.

Welcome to Turku events are organized by International House Turku and Turku Science Park Ltd.

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Welcome to Turku is a series of informatio and networking events. The events take place once a month with different themes. The aim of the events is to welcome all international newcomers to the city of Turku, offer information on various aspects of life and living in Turku as well as serve as a networking platform for newcomers. Autumn 2022 event series timetable will be published during August.