Treaty of Värälä
- When
- 1790–1791
- Where
- Värälä, Elimäki Municipality, Finland; Stockholm
- Episodes
- 3
The Treaty of Värälä, signed on August 14, 1790, in Värälä, Finland, concluded the Russo-Swedish War. It confirmed the pre-war borders while revoking Russia's right to interfere in Swedish internal affairs. A subsequent convention in 1791 established mutual defense commitments between the two nations.
Episodes
- Signing of the Treaty
The Treaty of Värälä was signed on August 14, 1790, in Värälä, Finland, concluding the Russo-Swedish War.
- Treaty Terms
The treaty confirmed pre-war borders and revoked Russia's right to interfere in Swedish internal affairs.
- Stockholm Convention
A convention was signed in Stockholm on October 19, 1791, pledging mutual assistance against foreign attacks.
Background and detail
Background. The Treaty of Värälä, also known as the Treaty of Wereloe, was signed in Värälä, Elimäki Municipality, Finland. The agreement was reached between Russia, represented by Otto Heinrich Igelström, and Sweden, represented by Gustaf Mauritz Armfelt. This diplomatic event formally concluded the Russo-Swedish War.
Terms. The treaty confirmed the status quo ante bellum regarding borders. Crucially, it expressly revoked Russia's right to interfere with Swedish interior affairs, a privilege previously held under the Treaty of Nystad. This provision marked a significant shift in the diplomatic relationship between the two powers.
Aftermath. Following the treaty, a convention was signed in Stockholm on October 19, 1791. This agreement stipulated that Russia and Sweden would assist each other in the event of a foreign attack, further defining their post-war diplomatic obligations.
People involved
- Otto Heinrich Igelström · Representative for Russia
- Gustaf Mauritz Armfelt · Representative for Sweden
Sources
- Treaty of Värälä Wikipedia, revision of 2026-06-14
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