Finavia is continuously developing the commercial selection of Helsinki Airport. At the beginning of 2026, a new forest-themed area will open in the Schengen gate area, inviting travellers to be inspired by Finnish nature.
“Finland has been ranked as the happiest country in the world for the eighth time in a row – and one significant factor behind the happiness of Finns is their connection to nature,” said Nora Immonen, Director of Commercial Services for Helsinki Airport, Finavia. “A piece of Finnish forest landscape will be built at the heart of the new commercial area, inviting visitors to explore before their flight departs. The forest is surrounded by the new commercial premises and a café, with products and services that enrich the offering in the gate area.”
The new shops, kiosk and café will open in March 2026 in the new commercial area on the Schengen side of the terminal, located before border control. The five new operators in the area will form a clear and interesting commercial selection around the forest theme. Next year, Partioaitta, which is a favourite of hikers and tourists; Lindex, which offers Scandinavian fashion; R-kioski, which offers a wide selection of snacks; the new Pure – Taste of Finland, which offers berries and other natural flavours as gifts; and the Finnish family-friendly café and restaurant Picnic, will open in the renovated commercial premises of the terminal.
“Operators whose products and services complement the selection in an interesting way were put out to tender for the new area,” said Immonen. “We believe that the customers at the airport are interested in camping products, northern flavours and fashion. The food selection offers both quick snacks that passengers can easily take with them and a cosy café and restaurant where passengers can spend time before their flight.”
