Welcome to Arctic Lakeland – province Kainuu

Bear Sauna Safari

Finland’s first bear sauna is now open! Come and experience two age-old experiences at once.

Canoeing trip to Julma-Ölkky lake at the sunset

Guided canoeing trip to the Julma-Ölkky canyon lake at the sunset.

A day trip to the fabulous Ärjänsaari in Lake Oulujärvi

Spend a self-guided summer day on Ärjä island, also known as a paradise island.

Scenic Steamship Cruise to Kajaaninjoki River

Steamship Kouta is the northernmost steamship in Europe. Welcome and enjoy the scenic Lake Oulujärvi and the authentic steamship experience.

Kalastuspolku – the Fishing Path 6 km, Paljakka

The fishing path is an easy day trip for the whole family and those interested in fishing. It leads through the magnificent scenery of several rivers, creeks and lakes around Paljakka resort.

Boat trip to the wilderness lake and bear watching

Experience the silence of the Eastern border on a guided boat trip. Later in evening you will have a chance…

2 night bear trip

This is your chance to see the most famous inhabitants of the Wild Taiga region, the majestic Wild Brown Bear.

Hepoköngäs Waterfall Accessible Trail 1,1 km, Paljakka

Experience one of Finland’s highest natural waterfalls Hepoköngäs.

Hiidenkierros Trail 5 km, Hiidenportti National park

Hiidenportti, near Vuokatti holiday resort, the cradle of gorges with its vertical rock walls takes the hiker to explore the Kainuu wilderness landscape at its’ best.

Ärjänsaari hiking tour 9,2 km, Kajaani

Ärjä offers the opportunity to experience great natural spectacles on the island’s high sand terraces and conifers covering hiking trail.

Värikallion kaarros trail in Hossa National Park

Hossa, famous for the clear water lakes, ponds and the historical Värikallio rock paintings.

Hiking trail round Lake Elimysjärvi, 13 km, Elimyssalo Kuhmo

The Elimyssalo Nature Reserve represents Arctic Lakeland Kainuu’s old-growth taiga forest nature at its best.

Akkovaara family excursion – About devils and giants 2 km, Kajaani

Unique view over lake Oulujärvi from the top of Akkovaara hill. Akkovaara is an ancient Lappish rite.

Eino Leino cultural walk, 2 km, Kajaani

Along this walk you will follow in the footsteps of Finland´s famous writer Eino Leino while taking in the beautiful countryside and history of Paltaniemi village.

Hiukka nature and cultural trail 2,5 / 4 km, Sotkamo

Easy-to-walk natural path takes you through a lovely pine forest to breathtaking views of Lake Sapsojärvi.

The Musical Forest 1,5 km, Suomussalmi

You can link your outdoor activity with playing music as you walk along the nature trail in the ridge landscape.

Kuhmo Cultural Promenade 4,8 km, Kuhmo

The cultural promenade takes you to the most important cultural sites in the center of Kuhmo – through the beautiful landscapes of Lake Lammasjärvi and Pajakkakoski rapids and the streets of the center.

Manor House Hotel Karolineburg

Welcome the Finland’s Northernmost Manor House!

Lake Resort Paljakka

The two floor-to-ceiling window walls of your cabin offer a fantastic view of the lake, surrounding forest and the sky. If lucky the Northern lights bright the sky in the darkness of autumn nights.

Each Glass Cabin holds bed capacity for 2 adults (double bed) and 1-2 children (extra bed), kitchen, shower, sauna and outdoor hot tub. Cabin size: 21 m2.

Hotel Paljakka

Cozy and family-owned hotel is located in the heart of Paljakka Resort.

Single, twin and family rooms with complimentary Wi-Fi, minirefridgerator, kettle and complimentary coffee/tea, wc, shower, hair dryer. Use of hotel saunas is included in the room price during hotel’s opening hours.

Cottages next to Hossa National Park

The comfortable cabins and modernized lumberjack apartments at Hossa are suitable for year-round stays.