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.

Monastery Events

26.02.2026

What happens in the monastery

This article summarizes upcoming events
30.09.2025

Virtual Valamo Conference 12-15 May 2026

The Virtual Valamo project will organize an international research conference on May 12-15, 2026
20.09.2025

Mother's Day buffet

Mother's Day buffet at the Trapesa restaurant on May 10, 2026. Welcome!
Free admission to the exhibition and museum...
20.09.2025

Valamo Museum Day 2026 Sat 16.5.2026

Treasures, stories and traditions!
19.09.2025

St. Catherine's Monastery of Sinai Theme Day in Valamo, Friday, May 15, 2026

Welcome to encounter the mysticism of Sinai in the peace of Valamo!
19.09.2025

Valamo Bee Day Wed 20.5.2026 – information, experiences and the beauty of creation

Valamo Monastery invites you to spend a warm and interesting Bee Day

Rudolf Koivu - Fairytale illustrator

A large-scale exhibition presenting the illustrations of Rudolf Koivu (1890–1946) will open at the Valamo Monastery Cultural Centre in March 2026.

The magnificent illustrations will be presented in a variety of ways, not only as original works but also in spectacularly different publication formats. In addition to visuals, the exhibition for the whole family will focus on the presentation of the illustrations and their storytelling.

Current Affairs

28.04.2026

Exhibition and monastery museum exceptionally closed on Thu 7.5.2026

Exhibition and monastery museum exceptionally closed on Thu 7.5.2026
04.02.2026

Silk and gold embroidery exhibition at Valamo College

The exhibition presents works created during the silk and gold embroidery courses at Valamo College.
03.10.2025

Valamo residency application autumn 2026

Residency application for autumn 2026 ongoing until July 31, 2026.
30.09.2025

Virtual Valamo Conference 12-15 May 2026

The Virtual Valamo project will organize an international research conference on May 12-15, 2026
28.09.2025

Easter in Valamo 2./3.-6.4.2026

Welcome to celebrate Easter at the Valaam Monastery
20.09.2025

Mother's Day buffet

Mother's Day buffet at the Trapesa restaurant on May 10, 2026. Welcome!
Free admission to the exhibition and museum...

Culture in a monastic setting

Valamo of experiences

Welcome to Valamo with your group!

Experience peace, culture and nature together – meetings, retreats and celebrations in a unique setting.

Welcome to Valamo – let’s plan an unforgettable day for your group together!

Valamo Residence – a meeting place for creativity and peace

The Valamo residence offers an inspiring environment for art and creativity. Experience peace, culture and natural beauty – the perfect place for writers, artists and researchers. Combine your work with the unique atmosphere of the monastery, a guided tour or a moment of silence.

Welcome to Valamo – let's create a space together where ideas are born and grow!