Experience Hämeenlinna with your dog
Hämeenlinna is a favorite holiday destination for dogs and dog owners, and not just because of its stunning nature sites. We have compiled the best tips for those traveling to Hämeenlinna with a dog.
Pet-Friendly Accommodation in Hämeenlinna
If you’re traveling with a pet, it’s worth checking the accommodation’s pet policy when booking your room. Hämeenlinna offers many hotels and lodgings that warmly welcome four-legged guests:
Hotel Emilia
Myllytalo
Scandic Aulanko
Scandic Hämeenlinna City
Original Sokos Hotel Vaakuna
Restaurants and Cafés for Dog Lovers
Don’t let hunger or thirst catch you off guard while exploring the city—get to know the dog-friendly rest stops in advance:
Aulangon Tornikahvila
Stop for coffee by the city’s most spectacular view, then continue on to some truly breathtaking walking trails, for example around Lake Aulanko.
Cafe Bar Hoffi
Dog Menu! How about grilled mini chicken strips for your furry friend, followed by a Whippuccino for dessert?
Cafe Laurell
At the traditional Cafe Laurell, well-behaved small dogs are also welcome to join their owners, as long as they stay close by.
Fifth Avenue
Fiftari has hosted everything from dog birthday parties to Christmas get-togethers for dog groups! The menu even includes beer for furry guests.
Hemma
Hemma’s popular salad lunch suits vegans, keto dieters, and gluten-free eaters alike—and surely dog owners too!
Juliuksen olohuone
In summer, the terrace at Juliuksen olohuone is the perfect spot to watch the city go by—and spot fellow dogs passing along the way.
Le Blason
Dogs are welcome on the terrace near the shore.
Marin Kahvila
This charming café in the heart of the city also welcomes dog customers!
Miller’s BBQ
The smoky aroma of meat cooking is hard to resist for both ends of the leash! In summer, the stunning rapids-side terrace has plenty of room for furry friends too.
Vanai Bistro & Bastu
Located in a charming old brick warehouse, Vanai’s terrace is an easy stop with your dog, for example during a walk around the Rantareitti route.
Villa Marenki
Dogs are welcome on the back-yard terrace of this charming old wooden house.
Dog Park
Hämeenlinna’s pleasant and green Käänteenaro dog park is conveniently located near the city centre in Kauriala, between Puhelinkatu and Eino Leinonkatu. The dog park has separate areas for small and large dogs, each featuring a short woodchip-covered path and seating areas for dog walkers. Explore all of Hämeenlinna’s dog parks.
A Playground Just for Dogs
RekkuMesta in Renko, part of Hämeenlinna, is a fenced play area of about 1.5 hectares designed for dogs of all sizes and breeds. At RekkuMesta, four-legged visitors can dig, run, and safely enjoy all kinds of doggy fun! RekkuMesta is open every day, and you can book the park for your own exclusive use or for your group.
RekkuMesta is located at Hanhilammentie 127, 14300 Renko (1.2 km from Turuntie / Highway 10)
Dog Swimming Spots
On hot summer days, dogs also appreciate a refreshing dip! Surrounded by water, Hämeenlinna offers many dog swimming spots around the city. Dogs are also allowed to swim at any location that isn’t a public swimming beach. For example, Linnanpuisto has two small beaches suitable for a dip—for both dogs and people.
See Hämeenlinna’s swimming spots in more detail here.
