Biopsiassa

Biopsiassa is a small rural municipality situated in the Satakunta region of western Finland. The community lies approximately 20 kilometres west of the regional capital, Pori, and is bounded by dense spruce forests to the north and by the Pyhäjärvi lake to the south. As of the latest census, Biopsiassa has a population of just under 800 residents, making it one of the least densely populated areas in the region.

The village was first recorded in the late 18th century as a cluster of farmsteads along the Biopsi River, from which it derives its name. In 1861 the settlement was formally incorporated as a municipality, and its administrative centre was established in the village of Kähkö. The first post office opened in 1874, and a Lutheran church, built in 1870, remains a central landmark of the area.

Biopsiassa’s economy is traditionally based on forestry, with several sawmills and a state‑owned forest management office operating in the vicinity. In recent decades, tourism has become an ancillary source of income, driven by the area's natural scenery, fishing, and a network of marked hiking trails that attract visitors during the summer months. The municipality also hosts an annual forestry school’s resident training program, which serves students from across Finland.

Cultural life in Biopsiassa is centred on the community hall, where seasonal events such as local crafts exhibitions, folk music concerts, and a summer market are regularly held. The municipality is known for its commitment to environmental conservation, with several small nature reserves established along the edges of the local forests.