The Lappeenranta Cavalry Museum

The Cavalry Museum is located in the oldest building in Lappeenranta, built at the southern tip of the fortress in 1772 as a guardhouse by the Russians. The stone building, which has functioned as a museum since 1973, was renovated in 2018–2019, revealing on its walls some of the many layers of construction that have taken place over its lifetime.

The Cavalry Museum’s exhibition From Hakkapeliittas to Red Riding Trousers – Cavalry Life through the Centuries introduces visitors to the evolution of the Finnish cavalry from the 16th century to the present day. Narratives play a significant role in the exhibition.

Combination ticket to Fortress Museums:

Adults 12€

Pensioners, students, unemployed, groups/person (min. 10 people) 9€

Visitors under 18 years of age are free of charge.