In Arctic Lakeland, you can experience the Finnish sauna in many ways. We have listed tips for 10+1 different sauna experiences in the area. How about a bear sauna, a sleigh sauna on a frozen lake or an entire sauna world? Explore our wide range of options and choose your favorites for your next holiday! […]
Arctic Lakeland is situated where Lakeland and Lapland meet, only 650 km from capital city of Helsinki. These fascinating holiday destinations await you in Arctic Lakeland area: Vuokatti, Wild Taiga, Kuhmo, Suomussalmi, Paljakka, Ukkohalla and Kajaani-Lake Oulujärvi. You can fly from numerous destinations worldwide directly with Finnair to Helsinki and continue your journey to Kajaani. […]
Finnish Lakeland is the treasure trove of gastronomy and culture. East and west meet here in many different ways. Explore the fresh and pure tastes, check the restaurants in the Capital of European gastronomy, dive into the rich culture and feel the local lifestyle. Welcome to meet the happiest people in the world and share […]
Sustainable tourism means that tourism operators and tourists together, through their choices and actions, do more good than harm. Responsibility means considering current and future economic, social and environmental impacts. In Arctic Lakeland: We have taken measures to save energy and water in our destinations. We have taken steps to reduce energy consumption and save […]
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Summer in Arctic Lakeland region is full of interesting experiences, sights, tourist attractions, festivals and trails to discover. All experiences make the lives of our locals happier, so why not yours? Come and discover with our help your inner finn. #findyourinnerfinn Discover more things to do in the area and check out our wide range […]
Explore the scenic beauty of Eastern Lakeland Finland on a captivating car journey, winding through a captivating maze of islands. Engage with the warmth of the locals and tantalize your taste buds with delightful culinary delights. Tailor your adventure to suit your preferences, whether it be immersing yourself in the wonders of nature, delving into […]
Welcome to Arctic Lakeland. We’ve put together the best caravan and campsites where you can experience wild wilderness, clean northern waters or urban amenities. 1. KOHTAUSPAIKKA SFCLakeside Camping, Kajaani. SHOW > 2. HOTEL KAJAANICamping near services, Kajaani. SHOW > 3. PALTAMO GOLF CARAVANCamping near services, Paltamo. SHOW > 4. KATTIVANKKURI Camping near services, Vuokatti. SHOW > 5. LENTUANKOSKILakeside Camping, Kuhmo. SHOW > 6. FEEL NORDIC LENTIIRAWilderness […]
Read the best travel tips and recommendations for a summer break in Arctic Lakeland from tour operator experts. Our experts have experienced the summer in Arctic Lakeland, have visited the hotels, seen the bears, swam in our lakes under the Midnight Sun and eaten local food and now they are sharing their best recommendations for […]
Wintervakantiepakketten Winteraktiviteiten Wochenprogramm Winter Speciale accommodaties Reis Duurzaamheid arctic lakeland finland Beste bestemming voor outdooractiviteiten 2024 Kies je favorieten Nieuwe vakantieproducten en -pakketten voor de winter Kies je favorieten Vakantiepakketten voor Arctic Lakeland REIS Arctic Lakeland biedt de perfecte harmonie van natuur, cultuur en activiteiten Het Arctic Lakeland is een bestemming die je gewoon moet […]
Accessible accommodation The property has barrier-free access and is equipped with accessible bathroom and toilet facilities. The accommodation space has sufficient space for mobility with an assistive device/wheelchair. Please contact the company directly for more detailed information on accessibility. Kajaani:Original Sokos Hotel Valjus Vuokatti:Vuokatti SportBreak Sokos Hotel VuokattiHoliday Club Katinkulta Suomussalmi:Jatkonsalmen pääpirtti, HossaKarhunkainalo Campsite, HossaHuosiusjärvi […]
Welcome to Kajaani – The Heart of Arctic Lakeland It’s our pleasure to welcome You to City of Kajaani, province Kainuu. Kajaani is located on the shores of Lake Oulujärvi and along by Kajaani river. Our beautiful province and tourism region Arctic Lakeland Kainuu – is situated in Finland at the point where Lakeland and […]
The first charter from Spain will fly to Kajaani and Arctic Lakeland Finland in December 2025. A new international market will be opened in Arctic Lakeland when the first Spanish charter will fly to Kajaani in December 2025. Negotiations will continue on a possible second flight from the same area. – This flight will be […]
The summer of Arctic Lakeland is full of interesting happenings, from unique music festivals to exciting sport events in the middle of the most beautiful nature. Did you know that Finland’s biggest chamber music festival as well as the second oldest orienteering week in the world are held in the Arctic Lakeland region? Here you […]
Vuokatti Vuokatti is Finland’s most versatile year-round holiday destination, attracting visitors with its unique range of hills, enchanting waterways and an active atmosphere. There’s plenty to do every day of the year. Snow-guaranteed Vuokatti is surprisingly close and it is easy to come by car or via Kajaani by train or conveniently fly to this […]
Arctic Lakeland’s selection of ready-made tours, travel packages and group tours.Welcome to choose your adventure!
A groundbreaking dynamic travel marketplace has been launched on the Arctic Lakeland website, bringing the tourism services of the Kainuu region within reach of international travelers through predesigned travel packages. The packages for the winter season combine high-quality accommodation with diverse program services. The platform was developed in collaboration with Elämys Group. This innovation is […]
Welcome to Winter Wonderland Arctic Lakeland is proud to announce the launch of our new winter product manual for travel trade. Featuring a selection of short and week-long winter breaks, the manual offers our recommendations for best experiences and destinations to enjoy the snowy season. A glimpse of Arctic Lakeland in winter Nestled between Lapland […]
Welcome to Winter Wonderland Arctic Lakeland is proud to announce the launch of our new updated winter product manual 2025-2026 for travel trade. Featuring a selection of short and week-long winter breaks, the manual offers our recommendations for best experiences and destinations to enjoy the snowy season. A glimpse of Arctic Lakeland in winter Nestled […]
This winter season TUI will fly over 60,000 holidaymakers from the United Kingdom, the Netherlands, Belgium, Spain and Portugal with its own airplanes to Finland. Not only is Finland an important source market for TUI, but the country is also a destination on its own. The province of Lapland in northern Finland is a favorite […]
Throughout Arctic Lakeland you will discover a great deal of what to do and guided activities regardless of the season you will arrive.
Have you ever tasted local famous Rönttönen – a sweet barley or rye dough pie – is a very popular snack in the region. Local bakeries produce both traditional and modern bread products, such as rye bread, tar-flavoured bread, flat breads, a variety of delicious pastries and sweet and savoury pies. In addition to traditional […]
Welcome to summer paradise Arctic Lakeland is excited to unveil our new summer product guide for the travel trade. Highlighting a curated selection of themed short and week-long breaks, the guide showcases our top recommendations for unforgettable experiences during the no-snow season. A glimpse of Arctic Lakeland in summer Nestled between Lapland and Lakeland, Arctic […]
Welcome to summer paradise Arctic Lakeland is proud to present our new summer product guide 2025 & 2026 for the travel trade. Highlighting a curated selection of themed short and week-long breaks, the guide showcases our top recommendations for unforgettable experiences during the no-snow season.From nature to culture and cuisine, Arctic Lakeland offers an unforgettable […]
Throughout Arctic Lakeland you will discover a great deal of what to do and guided activities regardless of the season you will arrive.
Four seasons – four faces A unique Arctic Lakeland destination where you can experience both the southern and northern landscapes of Finland – large lakes and rocky hillsides can be seen during one trip. Arctic Lakeland is located in the northernmost part of Lakeland Finland, the largest lake district in Europe. Arctic Lakeland is an […]
Uimareissut ovat kesän kohokohtia kaikenikäisille. Kainuun kirkkaat vedet tarjoilevatkin loputtomasti upeita uimapaikkoja. Valitsetko hiljaisen erämaarannan vai suuntaatko palveluiden äärellä olevalle kaupunkirannalle? Vaihtoehtoja riittää jokaiseen makuun!
The Lost in Kainuu adventure competition will take place in Kuhmo on September 8th-9th. This is Finland’s largest and longest adventure competition, expecting around 200 teams this year, which means about 500 adventurers, ranging from beginners to adventure sports experts. The disciplines in Lost in Kainuu this year include mountain biking, running, trekking, orienteering, kayaking, […]
Outdooractive has selected Arctic Lakeland Kainuu in its TOP-10 list as one of the most interesting snow holiday and winter destinations in Europe. Experiencing pure snow and winter with a variety of activities and trails in tourism regions of the Arctic Lakeland is one of the most appealing tourist attractions, which has been the basis […]
The Kainuu Tar Route The Kainuun tar route water hiking trail runs from Kuhmo via Sotkamo to Kajaani, a total of over 180 kilometres through unique wilderness areas and stunning lake scenery. The Kainuun Tervareit water hiking route is divided into three stages Water routes Along the Tar Route in Kajaani, Sotkamo and Kuhmo Water […]
Welcome to Winter Wonderland Arctic Lakeland Finland is proud to announce the launch of our new winter product manual for travel trade. Featuring a selection of short and week-long winter breaks, the manual offers our recommendations for best experiences and destinations to enjoy the snowy season. The brochure has been unveiled at an exclusive brochure […]
Accessible Tours ACCESSIBLE ARCTIC LAKELAND A four-day accessible tour of Arctic Lakeland (Kainuu) runs from south to north. Tour combines fascinating mixture of clear-watered lakes, captivating hills, free-flowing rapids, culture, and national parks, and best of all, it is accessible to everyone equally. TRAVEL AGENCY ELÄMYS DMC Accessible Tour in Kuhmo – Nature, Culture and History […]
The international tourism brand of region Kainuu, Arctic Lakeland Finland will soon be more visible in UK market as the global tour operator TUI has announced direct weekly flights from UK to Kajaani Airport for December 2025. This new route will commence on 3 December and operates with 2 flights a week till 28 December […]
Kainuu’s international tourism brand Arctic Lakeland Finland will soon be more visible in the Central European market when the global tour operator TUI launches direct weekly flights from Amsterdam to Kajaani for the winter season 2025. The travel packages are already on sale on TUI’s website in the Netherlands. The first flight to Kajaani will […]
Arctic Lakeland Finland offers snowmobilers varied terrain, freeride areas, well-maintained trails and a snow-sure winter in the middle of Finland. You can find guided snowmobile safaris in Arctic Lakeland Finland, but also the opportunity to snowmobil independently, either with your own or rented snowmobile. Maintained routes Arctic Lakeland Finland offers snowmobilers a well-maintained and diverse […]