Liinoissa

Liinoissa is a coastal municipality in the northern region of the fictional country of Nordmark. It encompasses the town of Liinoissa and several surrounding villages along a rocky coastline extending into a sheltered harbor. The terrain features pine forests, low hills, and marshlands near the inner bays. The climate is temperate with cool summers and relatively mild winters influenced by maritime conditions.

Evidence of settlement dates to the medieval era, with earliest records from 1421. The village developed as a fishing port and lumber centre, expanding in the 19th century with the construction of a wooden mill and shoreline infrastructure. Liinoissa gained municipal status in 1908 and has since preserved a traditional waterfront character alongside modern services.

Main economic activities include commercial and artisanal fishing, small-scale aquaculture, forestry, and light manufacturing. Tourism has grown in recent decades, driven by coastal scenery, hiking trails, and the nearby Liinoissa Nature Reserve.

Local culture centers on marine heritage. The Liinoissa dialect is spoken by residents, with influences from Swedish and Finnish languages in some communities. The annual Sea Festival features boat races, seafood markets, and folk music.

Landmarks include Liinoissa Lighthouse, the Old Town Hall, and the Liinoissa Nature Reserve. The municipality is governed by a council and a mayor, and provides primary and secondary education locally. Residents access the area by regional road and ferry connections to neighboring islands.