Other information

Info for Plone Conference 2025 visitors to get by every day.

Currency is EURO

Cards or electric payment works everywhere. No need to carry cash around.

Drinking water

Drinking water in Finland is clear and clean everywhere. You can safely drink from any tap.

Emergency number

112 - ambulance, police, fire department. The call is free.

Health

Public health services in Finland are free (paid generally by tax payers). Call 112 to receive medical help in case of emergency

Power Voltage

The standard voltage in Finland is 230V and the frequency is 50Hz.

Finland uses Type F plugs and outlets, which are also compatible with types C and E plugs.

Prices

Finland is not known for being a cheap country to live in, but compared to Norway, its good.

Prices are pretty okay in grocery stores.

Buffet lunch usually costs 10-15 euros.

A three course dinner costs about 30-60+ euros. Drinks are pretty expensive in bars, expect to pay 5-10+ euros for a drink.

Telephone and internet

You can get a prepaid sim card with unlimited data and calls with a low price from some of the major teleoperators in Finland.

Taxi

You can use Uber in Jyväskylä, or call local taxi services, all of good quality and safety.