Local detailed planning for the area was launched and a two-phase international urban ideas competition arranged for Viinikanlahti. The winning entry was submitted by NOAN Architects.
Viinikanlahti
The Viinikanlahti area on the Lake Pyhäjärvi waterfront will undergo a complete transformation over the coming years. Following the relocation of the Viinikanlahti wastewater treatment plant to Sulkavuori, the vacated area is being developed into a new lakefront district for around 3,000 residents. The new district will be implemented in phases over a span of approximately ten years.
Urban residential blocks will rise in the area, in addition to a school, daycare centre, indoor exercise venue, grocery shop, hotel and other commercial premises. The park-like waterfront zone is set to become a recreational hotspot for all Tampere residents and tourists alike. The lakeside will boast a harbour, rowing and canoeing centre, beach, sauna, playground and seating areas with amenities and services amidst the finest lake views in all of central Tampere. The public squares, parks and residential block courtyards will be leafy and pleasant.
Viinikanlahti will be connected to the city centre and its ample services by two new pedestrian and bicycle bridges. The walking and cycling routes will continue in all directions along the shoreline. Parking will be centralised into two indoor parking facilities, and the streets within the area will be free from all unnecessary motor traffic. The upcoming Tampere–Pirkkala tramline is to be built on Hatanpään valtatie, and there will be two stops at Viinikanlahti.
An international urban ideas competition for the architectural and landscape design of the new Viinikanlahti district was arranged in 2019–2020. The winning competition entry has served as the basis for further planning. The City Council of Tampere ratified the local detailed plan on 19 August 2024, and the plan is now valid.
Viinikanlahti art programme
An art programme is being prepared for the future Viinikanlahti district to guide the implementation of art in the area. The programme will define, among other things, the themes and locations of artworks as well as the principles for their implementation and funding. The aim is for art to become a visible part of the streets, squares, parks, buildings and city blocks of the new district.
Water is the central theme of the art programme, reflecting both the history and the future of Viinikanlahti. Artworks are planned for different parts of the district. One of the most prominent works is intended to be located in Viinikanlahti Square, and an international open art competition is planned for its selection.
The draft art programme is available for public review from 2 to 16 November 2026. During this period, feedback can be submitted to the City of Tampere Registry office. Please include the record number TRE:4844/02.07.01/2025 in your feedback. The feedback received will be taken into account in the further preparation of the art programme.
What will the Viinikanlahti area look like as part of the developing Tampere city centre? Check out the planning material.
Visualizations (2024)
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Visualization of a roof-top view (2024). Image by NOAN Architects.
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Visualization of a view from a water feature (2024). Image by NOAN Architects.
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Visualization of a view of the lakefront park (2024). Image by NOAN Architects.
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Visualization of a square view (2024). Image by NOAN Architects.
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Visualization of a street view of Hatanpään valtatie (2024). Image by NOAN Architects.
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Visualization of a possible hotel on Hatanpään valtatie (2023). Image by NOAN Architects.
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Visualization of a view across the water from Ratinanranta (2024). Image by NOAN Architects.
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Visualization of a harbour view (2024). Image by NOAN Architects.
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Aerial view of Viinikanlahti (2024). Image by NOAN Architects.
Videos
- Urban plaza: The video takes you along Vesitehtaanraitti to the Viinikanlahti plaza. The square houses patios for restaurants and commercial premises, as well as plantings, seating areas and trees. In the background, you can see the Viinikanlahti harbour.
- Lakefront walkway: The video takes you on a walk along the lakefront boardwalk towards the harbour. The walkway meanders between a lakeside meadow and stunning lake views.
- New rowing and canoeing centre, sauna and beach: The video guides you through the rowing and canoeing centre yard towards the beach, passing by the sauna building and diving tower along the way.
- Arriving in Viinikanlahti via a bridge from the city centre: The video shows the arrival from Ratinannokka via the Viinikanlahti bridge to the new Viinikanlahti harbour and lakeside park. The harbour has sales booths and a café building with an outdoor serving area.
Viinikanlahti international urban ideas competition
The Viinikanlahti international urban ideas competition was held in 2019–2020. The competition entry entitled “Lakes & Roses” (NOAN Architects Ltd) was selected as the winner. The jury praised the entry for its excellent overall approach to the urban and landscape architecture and for the clarity of the cityscape. The master planning and local detailed planning for the area were carried out after the competition, based on the winning entry.
Viinikanlahti planning and implementation schedule
Viinikanlahti in key figures
3000
New residents
2025
the construction has started in phases
250
Jobs
200 000
m2 in gross floor area
Milla Hilli-Lukkarinen
Local detailed planning Project ArchitectPhone:
044 486 3500Email:
[email protected]
Updated 2.11.2026