Situated 16 miles (26 kilometers) east of its ‘big brother’ Kotka, the very walkable city of Hamina features an 18th-century circular town plan with a star-shaped fortress at its center. The Old City’s unique layout is best experienced along Fortification Trail, which follows the restored walls of Hamina Fortress past impeccably maintained wooden houses and a gleaming Town Hall Square. After learning about Hamina’s tumultuous history at a trio of museums, grab a perfect coffee and korvapuusti (Finnish cinnamon roll) at a cozy café.