Vilppasi

Vilppasi is a small village situated in the municipality of Nurmijärvi in the Uusimaa region of southern Finland. The settlement lies approximately 30 kilometres north of the capital city of Helsinki, along a minor road that connects Nurmijärvi to the neighboring municipality of Kerava. The village is bordered by a mixture of pine forests and agricultural land, and it is located near the banks of the Jäviönjoki river, which provides a water source for local farms and contributes to the area’s scenic landscape.

The population of Vilppasi is modest, with about 150 residents recorded in the most recent municipal census. The demographic composition is largely Finnish, with a few families of Swedish-speaking minority background. The community traditionally relies on agriculture, forestry, and small-scale local services. In recent years, some residents commute to larger towns in the region for employment, and there has been a modest increase in tourism-related activities such as bed-and-breakfast accommodations and cultural tours of the surrounding countryside.

Vilppasi has a long history that can be traced back to the late Middle Ages, when the area was part of a larger estate within the Viipuri region. Throughout the 19th century, the village grew modestly as a peripheral settlement of the surrounding estate lands. After the Finnish Civil War and the subsequent adjustments to borders, Vilppasi became firmly integrated into Finland's municipal system. The village has preserved a number of historical buildings, including a small 18th-century wooden church that still serves as a place of worship and community gathering.

Cultural life in Vilppasi is centred on seasonal festivals celebrating the agricultural calendar, such as the midsummer fête and an annual harvest festival. The local volunteer fire brigade, school, and community centre act as hubs for civic engagement. Vilppasi is accessible by regional bus services that run to Nurmijärvi and Kerava, making it convenient for both residents and visitors to reach larger urban facilities while maintaining the village’s rural character.