The opening of the Kaisantunneli tunnel

The new pedestrian and cycling connection is cause for celebration, as it facilitates transport between Kaisaniemi Park and Kansalaistori Square. The bicycle garage connected to the tunnel will open in the early summer. 

The event starts at noon at Kansalaistori Square with a speech by Mayor Juhana Vartiainen. In addition to Mayor Vartiainen, representatives of the city, Metropolitan Area Transport and the tunnel’s contractor Destia will give speeches at the opening. After the speeches, the opening will move to the new tunnel, which can be accessed for the first time under the guidance of the mayor at approximately 13:00. 

The event will be hosted by the energetic and brilliant Mikko “Peltsi” Peltola. Troubadour Vihtori Maijanen will play music at the event, and a wheel of fortune will add some excitement. There will also be an opportunity to learn more about city bikes and receive guidance on how to use them. 

In honour of the cycling week starting on Saturday 4 May, Kansalaistori Square will also have other related events.