CLOSED FOR THIS SEASON!
SUMMER 2022 WE OPEN AGAIN
We reserve the right to changes and will continue to follow the guidelines and recommendations issued by the Government regarding the COVID-19 situation. We will inform you of any changes on our Facebook page.
The history of Salteriet
Salteriet ( translates to salting-house from Swedish language) was build in 1920 by the people of its village. The salt barels were brought to the same place from the boathouses of the people in the village. This move was made in order to have a larger amount of salt barrels in the same location. In Salteriet’s best days the fish brought in by the fishermen lead up to 115 000 kg of fish. The fish includes Baltic herring, salmon, perch and pike.
The salting of the fish in Salteriet restaurant ended in 1989. The deep-water fishing harbour of Vikarskat was built in 1994 in order for the bigger boats to port in. There used to be the main office of the salting-house where now there is the cafe of Salteriet. The main hall was used for the salting of the fish and the warehouse was where they used to clean the fish. The local youth club of the village Björköby started the cafe business in Salteriet and they run it accordingly untill the year 2012.
The recent owner bought the Salteriet at the end of the year 2016. Salteriet has a small museum located in the upstairs of the building. The museum is run by and taken care of by the Björköby ancient relic association.
Currently happening
DRINK AND DINE LOCAL FOOD WHILE ENJOYING THE UNIQUE ATHMOSPHERE OF THE WORLD HERITAGE SITE OF FINLAND
At the cafe you can order food that is prepared from ingredients that are bought locally. When in Finland you can always count on to enjoy a cup of coffee with fresh baked pastries. The owner is quite the baker – take my word for it! Out on the terrace is the perfect place to enjoy a cold drink or two while taking in the unique athmosphere of the World Heritage site in all its glory. Seeing the beautiful sunset is a must.
BOOK SALTERIET FOR PRIVATE EVENT
You can book Salteriet for a wedding, meetings or even for a birthday party.
OUR OTHER SERVICES
Experience packages
Björköby bike tour. Bike through the idyllic Björköby with experienced guide. You can also visit the Mårten’s Museum and the old wood church of Björköby. The tour will end at the Cafe & Restaurant Salteriet where lunch is served.
Price: 40€ per person (minumum 3 persons)
Equipment rental
You can rent a special World Heritage bike that can be used to ride along the Kvarken Archipelago.
Price: bike rental 8€/day or 4€/4 hours
The helmet is included in the rent price.
You can also rent a fishing rod and a bucket for 3 euros.
For companies
Arrange a business meeting in unique setting.
Food
Eat and drink at Salteriet!
All our dishes are lactose free and possible to get gluten free upon request.
We favour local ingredients as much as possible. All meat is local from Björkö and fish from nearby waters upon availability.
House burger: Highland beef patty, garlic mayonnaise, cheddar cheese, salad, marinated red onion, tomato, served with french fries
17.50 €
Goat Cheese burger: served with french fries
17.50 €
Creamy salmon soup, archipelago styled home made bread
13.50 €
Children´s portion 9 €
Cafe & Restaurant Salteriet
Salteriet: +358 45 148 6677