Peace and experiences

The silence of the monastery, culture and the peace of nature – all in one experience.

Welcome to Valamo Monastery

The Valamo Monastery is a vibrant center of Orthodox religious life and culture and a unique place to visit. The Valamo Monastery belongs to the Orthodox Church of Finland, which is an autonomous church under the Patriarchate of Constantinople.

Located in the beautiful Heinävesi, the monastery welcomes guests all year round. For today's people, the peaceful atmosphere of the monastery and the surrounding nature offer a unique opportunity to relax, far from all the hustle and bustle.

A warm welcome!

Current Affairs

30.10.2025

Job openings: restaurant manager and restaurant employee

Café-restaurant Trapesa is looking for restaurant and kitchen experts.
28.10.2025

Valamo residency application spring 2026

Residency application for spring 2026 ongoing until November 30th.
10.10.2025

Christmas buffet at the monastery

Welcome to enjoy the monastery's Christmas buffet on Tue 2.12. and Thu 11.12. from 11 am to 4 pm.
09.10.2025

Heaven in My Arms concert Sat 20.12. at 2 pm

Anna-Claudia and Jouni Somero's Christmas concert at the Valamo Cultural Center.
06.10.2025

Christmas in Valamo 23-26.12.

Welcome to the peaceful Valaam Monastery for Christmas.

05.10.2025

Theophany at Valaam Monastery – a spiritual celebration amidst winter peace

Come and experience one of the most impressive celebrations of the Orthodox church year – the feast of the Baptism of...

Valamo of experiences

Unhurriedness invites you to Valamo