Information about Vihti
Vihti is a scenic municipality with approximately 30,000 residents, located near the Helsinki metropolitan area. People are drawn to our pleasantly sized municipality due to its proximity to the capital region, its comfortable and safe living environment, and its more affordable cost of living. Here, we are close enough to the hustle and bustle of the metropolitan area but still far enough to build a peaceful and secure everyday life. In Vihti, a smooth daily life is built on a combination of well-functioning basic services and an active leisure scene.
From Nuuksio National Park and Vihti’s comprehensive services, it is only a 20-minute drive to Espoo and 40 minutes to Helsinki. Vihti is a home close to everything.
Services and leisure opportunities: Visit Vihti
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Rental Housing
Rental apartments provided both by public and private owners are advertised online. Several real estate agents are also available if you wish to contact them directly when searching for a suitable home.
Some rental housing companies take the applicant’s socioeconomic situation into consideration when offering housing. These following companies allow you to submit a general housing application, which remains valid for a certain period:
- KAS Asunnot – Apartments for applicants (in Finnish)
- M2-Kodit – Fair rental housing
- Avara – Reliable rental housing for all life situations
Early Childhood Education and Schools for Children
Early Childhood Education
Early childhood education is part of the Finnish education system and a crucial stage in a child’s growth and learning path. It is a structured and goal-oriented combination of education, teaching, and care, emphasizing pedagogy. The aim of early childhood education is to support the child’s growth, development, and learning while promoting well-being.
In Vihti, early childhood education is provided in 16 municipal and four private daycare centers, family daycare, and open early childhood education activities. An individual early childhood education plan is created for each child in collaboration with the child and their guardians.
More information for parents and guardians about early childhood education can be found on the Finnish National Agency for Education’s website, available in nine different languages and in easy-to-read format.
Schools
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Healthcare Services
Public healthcare services in Vihti are provided by the Western Uusimaa Wellbeing Services County. The health center in Nummela offers primary healthcare, dental care, and physiotherapy services. A HUS laboratory is also located at the health center.
Address: Nummenselkä 2, 03100 Nummela
For more information on health center services, visit the Western Uusimaa Wellbeing Services County website.
Health center advice and appointment booking:
- Phone: +358 9 4763 6440
- Available Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM – 3:30 PM
- Calls are logged in the system, and a nurse will call you back for symptom assessment and appointment scheduling.
In addition to public healthcare, a few private medical clinics operate in Vihti.
Social Services
Public social services in Vihti are provided by the Western Uusimaa Wellbeing Services County. Services are available at the social work service point in Nummela by appointment.
Address: Asemantie 30, 03100 Nummela
Social Services Advice:
- Phone: +358 29 151 3100. Calls are logged, and you will receive a callback.
- On-call service: Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM; Wednesday 8:00 AM – 10:00 AM
- Emergency Social and Crisis Services: +358 29 151 2221
Kela
Kela (The Social Insurance Institution of Finland) provides financial support in various life situations. Kela can also guide customers to social work services. You can apply for Kela benefits through the OmaKela online service or by visiting the Kela service point in Nummela.
Address: Tuusantie 1, 03100 Nummela
Service hours:
- Monday 9:00–12:00
- Wednesday 9:00–12:00
- Friday 9:00–12:00
Shops and Other Services in Vihti
Shopping
Vihti offers a wide range of commercial services and specialty stores where you can enjoy personalized service without rush and with professional expertise. You can find stores and their opening hours online.
Public Transport
Bus schedules can be found via Matkahuolto’s route planner and travel search. The route planner allows searches by selecting departure and destination points on a map, while the travel search provides schedules based on specific bus stops. Länsi-Uusimaa tickets can be purchased through the Matkahuolto ”Reitit ja liput” app. Single tickets can be bought directly from buses.
For more information about ticket products and zones, visit Matkahuolto’s website.
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Leisure and Sports Facilities
Vihti is surrounded by nature and offers numerous opportunities for physical activities. Nuuksio National Park, Nummelanharju, and other outdoor areas provide options for hiking, skiing, canoeing, and cycling. Several lakes offer beaches and water activities as part of everyday life.
Vihti has a ski resort, two golf courses, frisbee golf courses, multiple fitness centers, dance studios, a karting track, swimming, tennis, football, ice, and bowling halls, and one of Finland’s busiest recreational aviation airfields. Vihti is also one of Finland’s most significant equestrian hubs, with numerous riding stables.
Vihti is home to dozens of sports clubs, youth and hobby organizations, as well as sports businesses that offer a wide range of activities for all ages.
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Municipal Sports Services
The sports services of Vihti municipality are responsible for providing sports services to residents, supporting sports organizations, granting sports facility reservations, and maintaining sports venues. We encourage residents of all ages to engage in physical activity and promote their own and their community’s well-being.
More information about the municipal sports services (in Finnish)
Studies – Educational Opportunities in Vihti and Surrounding Areas
Vihti’s location enables smooth access to both the educational offerings of the capital region and the rest of Western Uusimaa. Here, nature-friendly living is combined with extensive study opportunities. Many educational institutions offer flexible learning options, allowing residents to live in Vihti while studying in another municipality.
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Adult Education
Hiiden Opisto in Vihti and Lohja offers a wide range of courses and training as part of liberal adult education.
Vocational Education
Luksia operates in Vihti and Lohja, providing vocational education in various fields to train professionals for industry and service sectors. (The site is in Finnish.)
Omnia serves multiple educational fields, offering vocational training and continuing education.
Universities of Applied Sciences and Universities
Laurea University of Applied Sciences, Haaga-Helia University of Applied Sciences, and other universities of applied sciences and universities in Espoo, Vantaa, and Helsinki provide further education opportunities for those interested in higher education.
Entrepreneurship – Business Services in Vihti
Vihti’s location at the intersection of two major traffic routes offers excellent business opportunities, with a market area of 1.5 million people within an hour’s drive. The nearest port is about 40 kilometers away.
Our municipality has various business areas with good transport connections. Zoning regulations support diverse business operations, with plots tailored to different business needs.
Vihti’s business advisory services are personal, free of charge, and confidential for all businesses and aspiring entrepreneurs. These services provide the foundation for a well-planned business launch and ongoing support within the municipality.
More information about Vihti’s business services – Vihti Business
You can find Vihti-based companies in the business directory
Viimeksi päivitetty 23.09.2025