The Student Who Rhymed His Way Home from Uppsala

Nyland · Finland · Site of legend

Penniless and stranded, a student got the Devil's ride home - if only he could answer in rhyme.

Rooted in Borgå in Nyland is the tale of a poor student in Uppsala who could not afford the journey home. The Devil offered a ride if he could answer three questions in rhyme. The student met all three - even the question of whether he feared falling - and in an instant was home again.

FAQ

Where is The Student Who Rhymed His Way Home from Uppsala located?

The Student Who Rhymed His Way Home from Uppsala is in Nyland, Finland.

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Accounts are drawn from local folklore and visitor reports.