Stories about us
Each of us has our own story. There is no one right way to be a Raahe resident, butwe all make up Raahe, together. We warmly welcome new residents to join us andbelieve that you will feel at home. Let us be proud to be from Raahe!
Vern and Selvie
Australia + Indonesia + Raahe = A happycouple enjoying a peaceful and beautiful environment.
Hannu
Eighteen years ago, a young man from Raahe moved elsewhere for his studies. He later returned to his home town with his family.
Tita
Tita’s paradise is located in the peaceful countryside in the vibrant village of Haapajoki-Arkkukari, a short drive from the town’s services.
Maritta
In the autumn of 2019, Maritta packed her favourite books and most beloved possessions in her car and drove 658 kilometres north to her old home town.
Roippa
Roippa enjoys living in a suitably-sized seaside town where everything essential can be found within two kilometres of his home.
Anniina and Eetu
Anniina and Eetu returned to Raahe and found a home in the old town.
Returning migrants Annekristiina and Emilia
Returning migrants dropped out of the rat race and moved to the idyllic seaside town: “There is luxury in life and more time for the family here”
The Kyröläinen family
The family of Kyröläinen have so far built three homes in the city of Raahe, where everything necessary is near, and where inhabitants stay active ‘The longest distance to anywhere in Raahe is fifteen minutes’
Heidi
Heidi, who spent her childhood in Raahe, lived elsewhere for fifteen years. When it was time for her to start a family, returning to her old home town was a natural and easy choice.
Elina
Elina and her family enjoy their lives in the countryside idyll of Vihanti. Clean nature, a peaceful environment in a safe village community and well-functioning basic services in your own church village – what more could you need?