Humppila

Humppila is a town and municipality in Tavastia Proper.

Humppila is primarily known for its glass factory and railway history. The area of Humppila has been inhabited since prehistoric times, with archaeological findings including Stone Age artifacts and ancient relics. Humppila was first mentioned in historical records in the 16th century. Initially, it was part of the larger parish of Tammela, from which it later separated to become its own parish.

The arrival of the railway in the late 19th and early 20th centuries had a significant impact on Humppila's development. The railway enabled efficient transportation of goods and boosted local industry. Humppila Glass Factory, established in 1952, brought substantial employment and recognition to the area. The factory is still operational today, producing high-quality glass products.

• Tourist info, Kisakuja 2, neuvonta@humppila.fi. On-site information from the municipal office, tourist website in Finnish only as of 2024. 

Humppila is at the junction of highway 2 between Helsinki and Pori and highway 9 (E63) between Turku and Tampere; roughly halfway on these road sections.

• 🌍 Talvisen työläismökki, Asemantie 4. Local history museum in an old worker family's home. (updated Aug 2023)

• 🌍 Humppilan Lasi, Lasitehtaantie 5. Former glass factory, turned into a shopping complex with a couple of places to eat. (updated Aug 2023)

There are at least three places to eat at Humppilan Lasi: Cafe Lasikello, Humppilan Herkku and Humppilan Lasitorni, each serving lunch buffet (a couple of dishes, menu changes daily) and steaks, pasta, pizza, burgers and salads, i.e. what you could find in a typical Finnish roadside or small-town restaurant.

Urpola Manor

• 🌍 Urpola Manor (Urpolan Kartano), Perkiöntie 14, ☏ +358 500-121-160, info@urpolankartano.fi. Guesthouse in a manor. (updated Aug 2023)