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Jakobstad

Finland · PohjanmaaFI

Town in Ostrobothnia, Finland

Jakobstad is a town in Finland, located on the west coast of the country. Jakobstad is situated in Ostrobothnia, along the Gulf of Bothnia. The population of Jakobstad is approximately 20,000, while the sub-region has a population of approximately 51,000. It is the 57th most populous municipality in Finland.

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Population
19,475
Coordinates
63.675, 22.703
Timezone
Europe/Helsinki
Elevation
0 m
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Overview of Jakobstad

Travellers heading to Pohjanmaa, Finland will find Jakobstad, a small town. Its resident count stands at approximately 19,475. Which tells you how much ground there is to cover. Jakobstad is strongest on water sports. Season planning starts with its northern-hemisphere location.

Things to do in Jakobstad

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Water Sports in Jakobstad

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For water sports, expect Canoeing and Sailboats. Easy to slot into a wider itinerary. Nothing here is guesswork — it reflects the recorded activity data for Jakobstad.

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Best time to visit Jakobstad

June to September is the window for swimming, boating and beach time.

Getting there & around

Small places like Jakobstad are best explored by car or on two wheels after reaching Pohjanmaa. Time zone: Europe/Helsinki.

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Frequently asked questions

What is Jakobstad known for?
Jakobstad, in Pohjanmaa, Finland, is best known for water sports. Those categories cover most of what visitors record here, in a place of roughly 19,475 residents.
What can you do in Jakobstad?
Recorded activities in Jakobstad include Canoeing and Sailboats. Combine two or three of them and you have a full day without leaving the area.
When is the best time to visit Jakobstad?
June to September is the window for swimming, boating and beach time.
Where is Jakobstad located?
Jakobstad is located in Pohjanmaa, Finland. Use the country and region pages to see what else lies nearby and to plan a route between stops.

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