Eurajoki

Eurajoki is a municipality in the Satakunta region of western Finland. It lies along the western coastal area of the country, characterized by a mix of forests, lakes and rural villages. The administrative center is the village of Eurajoki, where local services are concentrated, and the municipality comprises several smaller communities with a dispersed settlement pattern typical for the region.

A defining feature of Eurajoki is the Olkiluoto Nuclear Power Plant, located on the Olkiluoto island within the municipality. The plant is a major source of electricity for Finland and has influenced local employment, infrastructure, and regional development. The local economy also relies on forestry, agriculture, small businesses, and services, with tourism oriented toward nature, archipelago scenery, and cultural heritage. Outdoor activities such as boating, fishing and hiking are common in the area.

Administratively, Eurajoki is governed by a municipal council elected by residents. The municipality is unilingually Finnish. It participates in regional cooperation with surrounding municipalities in Satakunta. Eurajoki has historical roots dating back to medieval times, with rural settlements and churches contributing to its development. In the 20th century, municipal reforms integrated several neighboring communities into Eurajoki. The area provides basic education, healthcare and cultural facilities to residents, reflecting the typical structure of a Finnish rural municipality.