Kotkaniemi – the home museum of
President P. E. Svinhufvud

Welcome to Kotkaniemi, the home of P. E. Svinhufvud, who was a central figure in the struggle for Finnish independence. The museum and café are open regularly throughout the summer season, starting in May. Both are closed during the winter season (September-April). However, we are open for special occasions and subject to orders throughout the year.

In addition to the home museum there is a café, conference premises, garden, nature trail and a lakeside sauna. Located amidst nature by Lake Kivijärvi in Luumäki, Kotkaniemi is roughly 20 kilometres from Lappeenranta.

Opening hours of the museum and café in 2024:

25 May–1 September

Tue-Sun 11–17

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Café Ellen

Welcome to enjoy the atmosphere of Kotkaniemi and the delicacies of the cafe! The café is open during the museum's opening hours.

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ELLEN Svinhufvud

“We are happy to own a home. No matter where we were, me and my husband, we always longed for Kotkaniemi and it was only when we came here did we feel at home.”