The Best Trails in Kainuu (Finland)

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  • Ristijärvi - Saukkovaara - Rötylä kota

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    near Ristijärvi, Kainuu (Suomi)
    Author
    Bucciamarcia
    with Susir
    Distance
    5.96mi
    Elevation +
    453f
    TrailRank
    43
    Photo ofRistijärvi - Saukkovaara - Rötylä kota Photo ofRistijärvi - Saukkovaara - Rötylä kota Photo ofRistijärvi - Saukkovaara - Rötylä kota

    This a a nice Sunday trail, easy enough to be completed by everyone, even without training. The slopes are gentle, and most of route is on well marked trails; some wider than others, but all without any dangers or expose...

  • Maisemareitti (Paljakka)

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    near Kotila, Kainuu (Suomi)
    Author
    Bucciamarcia
    with Susir
    Distance
    6.54mi
    Elevation +
    738f
    TrailRank
    40
    Photo ofMaisemareitti (Paljakka) Photo ofMaisemareitti (Paljakka) Photo ofMaisemareitti (Paljakka)

    An easy and fun 10 km trail that goes up the Paljakka hill (where the top of the ski lifts are), and back down in a loop. Mostly on hill paths of varying width, but all easy to follow with no exposed or difficult parts. ...

  • Saukonselkä 7km

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    near Ristijärvi, Kainuu (Suomi)
    Author
    Susir
    Distance
    5.91mi
    Elevation +
    315f
    TrailRank
    31
    Photo ofSaukonselkä 7km Photo ofSaukonselkä 7km Photo ofSaukonselkä 7km

    The shortest trail option of the annual hiking event in Ristijärvi; Saukonselkä vaellus. Marked as 7km, wikiloc shows a bit more (9,5km). Starts at the double lean-tos on top of the hill Saukkovaara. Trail marked with bl...

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  • Laahtanen lake

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    near Jokiniemenkylä, Kainuu (Suomi)
    Author
    Bucciamarcia
    with Susir
    Distance
    3.39mi
    Elevation +
    33f
    TrailRank
    30
    Photo ofLaahtanen lake Photo ofLaahtanen lake Photo ofLaahtanen lake

    Pretty, well maintained easy trail around a Finnish lake. Volunteers recently put new boards on the swamp areas (thank you!), so it's easy and doable for everyone, even kids. Varied trail with both open swamp and narrow ...

  • Ristijarvi - Tuulentupa wilderness hut

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    near Ristijärvi, Kainuu (Suomi)
    Author
    Bucciamarcia
    Distance
    12.06mi
    Elevation +
    712f
    TrailRank
    30
    Photo ofRistijarvi - Tuulentupa wilderness hut Photo ofRistijarvi - Tuulentupa wilderness hut Photo ofRistijarvi - Tuulentupa wilderness hut

    A simple, fun trail in the woods above Ristijarvi. It's got a bit of everything: wide gravel roads, small paths, scenic landscapes of the Ristijarvi lake from up top, and a short board walk. Highly recommended for the va...

  • Paljakka - Ristijärvi

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    near Kotila, Kainuu (Suomi)
    Author
    Bucciamarcia
    Distance
    17.69mi
    Elevation +
    427f
    TrailRank
    30
    Photo ofPaljakka - Ristijärvi Photo ofPaljakka - Ristijärvi Photo ofPaljakka - Ristijärvi

    A nice, easy trail from the Paljakka resort, all the way to the town of Ristijarvi. The trail was done in July, so snow was not a concern. The very first part of the trail goes on a small path above the resort. I want...

  • Ristijärvi-Uva-Tolosenjoki-Ristijärvi

    Road Bike
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    near Koiraniemi, Kainuu (Suomi)
    Author
    Susir
    Distance
    15.20mi
    Elevation +
    522f
    TrailRank
    28
    Photo ofRistijärvi-Uva-Tolosenjoki-Ristijärvi Photo ofRistijärvi-Uva-Tolosenjoki-Ristijärvi Photo ofRistijärvi-Uva-Tolosenjoki-Ristijärvi

    Circular route on asphalt and gravel roads. Starting in Ristijärvi, reaching Uva and Tolosenjoki before circling back. Easiest to go around counter clockwise so steepest hills are downhills.

  • Hepoköngäs waterfall, Geopolku

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    near Louhi, Kainuu (Suomi)
    Author
    Susir
    with Bucciamarcia
    Distance
    1.14mi
    Elevation +
    82f
    TrailRank
    27
    Photo ofHepoköngäs waterfall, Geopolku Photo ofHepoköngäs waterfall, Geopolku Photo ofHepoköngäs waterfall, Geopolku

    One of the biggest waterfalls in Finland - Hepoköngäs. The main walking road to the lean-to/firepit on top of the waterfall (and next to it) is wheelchair accessible. The Geopolku-route we did, Geopolku, is not. The sma...

  • Sotkamo Tour

    Walking
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    near Sotkamo, Kainuu (Suomi)
    Author
    TohtoriJamba
    Distance
    6.91mi
    Elevation +
    125f
    TrailRank
    23
    Photo ofSotkamo Tour Photo ofSotkamo Tour Photo ofSotkamo Tour

    Sotkamo tour around edges of the town. Mostly well maintained asphalt road, with 2-3 kilometres of gravel road. After baseball stadium, there is hiking trail that has few uphill & downhill sections on narrow path, which ...

  • Round Manamansalo (Vaala)

    Gravel Bike
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    near Kaares, Kainuu (Suomi)
    Author
    Rollick
    Distance
    24.75mi
    Elevation +
    174f
    TrailRank
    21
    Photo ofRound Manamansalo (Vaala) Photo ofRound Manamansalo (Vaala)

    Relatively easy ride round Manamansalo. Mainly asphalt surface, but also gravel between the ferry and Kultahiekka camping area. This GPX includes 2 way ride with the ferry for an ice cream.

  • Raatteenportti

    Bicycle Touring
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    near Ämmänsaari, Kainuu (Suomi)
    Author
    TohtoriJamba
    Distance
    50.28mi
    Elevation +
    1535f
    TrailRank
    20
    Photo ofRaatteenportti Photo ofRaatteenportti Photo ofRaatteenportti

    Mostly maintained only during summertime! Road takes you through Suomussalmi city centre to the war museum of Raatteenportti. There are plenty war memorial sites along the road. This route is part of the official even...

  • Ristijarvi loop

    Cross Country Ski
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    near Ristijärvi, Kainuu (Suomi)
    Author
    Bucciamarcia
    Distance
    5.13mi
    Elevation +
    194f
    TrailRank
    19

    This is an easy, well maintained trail that starts right in the center of Ristijarvi. After the start near a parking lot, it only crosses one train track and one walking path (zero roads). Has binaries for classic cross ...

  • Ristijärvi Kivirinne

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    near Koiraniemi, Kainuu (Suomi)
    Author
    Susir
    with Bucciamarcia
    Distance
    1.93mi
    Elevation +
    121f
    TrailRank
    19
    Photo ofRistijärvi Kivirinne Photo ofRistijärvi Kivirinne Photo ofRistijärvi Kivirinne

    An easy circular forest route. Small sand roads and narrow paths. Nice view to Ristijärvi lake and town from the hill.

  • Sotkamo and Vuokatti Bike Tour

    Bicycle Touring
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    near Sotkamo, Kainuu (Suomi)
    Author
    TohtoriJamba
    Distance
    17.36mi
    Elevation +
    335f
    TrailRank
    17
    Photo ofSotkamo and Vuokatti Bike Tour Photo ofSotkamo and Vuokatti Bike Tour

    Summertime only! Bike route that is known with some local bicyclist. See the countryside of both Sotkamo and Vuokatti. There is at least one difficult climb that comes after Pekkiläntie, directly following after downh...

  • Suomussalmi Ämmänsaari Tour (Longer)

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    near Ämmänsaari, Kainuu (Suomi)
    Author
    TohtoriJamba
    Distance
    13.74mi
    Elevation +
    213f
    TrailRank
    17
    Photo ofSuomussalmi Ämmänsaari Tour (Longer) Photo ofSuomussalmi Ämmänsaari Tour (Longer)

    Ämmänsaari walking / bicycling route. This is the longer version. Excellent for having quiet time in the nature mixed with asphalt route along the town. There is swimming beach, historical war site, nature preserve with ...

  • Suomussalmi Ämmänsaari Tour (Shorter)

    Walking
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    near Ämmänsaari, Kainuu (Suomi)
    Author
    TohtoriJamba
    Distance
    10.31mi
    Elevation +
    220f
    TrailRank
    17
    Photo ofSuomussalmi Ämmänsaari Tour (Shorter) Photo ofSuomussalmi Ämmänsaari Tour (Shorter)

    Ämmänsaari walking / bicycling route. This is the shorter version. Excellent for having quiet time in the nature mixed with asphalt route along the town. There is swimming beach, historical war site, nature preserve with...

  • Saukonselka 12k

    Trail Running
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    near Ristijärvi, Kainuu (Suomi)
    Author
    Bucciamarcia
    Distance
    7.66mi
    Elevation +
    676f
    TrailRank
    16

    The 12k version of the 2022 Saukonselka hiking event. Well marked with blue ribbons and markers. Easy trail with lots of variety, recommended either for a trail run, or a nice Sunday hike.

  • Ämmänsaari - Walking Route

    Walking
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    near Ämmänsaari, Kainuu (Suomi)
    Author
    TohtoriJamba
    Distance
    2.99mi
    Elevation +
    52f
    TrailRank
    15
    Photo ofÄmmänsaari - Walking Route

    Ämmänsaari walking route. Has great scenery during summer time. Plenty nature, scenery with water. Most of the road is asphalt covered road, but there are few sections that are gravel / dirt roads. You can see few histor...

  • Ämmänsaari - Haverinen trail

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    near Ämmänsaari, Kainuu (Suomi)
    Author
    TohtoriJamba
    Distance
    5.81mi
    Elevation +
    82f
    TrailRank
    15
    Photo ofÄmmänsaari - Haverinen trail

    Walking / Hiking route that goes through Ämmänsaari town to the Haverinen Skiing center. It can be traversed with either with bike or walking during summer. During winter skiing only. There is frisbeegolf course before t...

  • FI-08 Rondwandeling Hossa NP: Huosiuksen Huikonen Trail

    Hiking
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    near Hossa, Kainuu (Suomi)
    Author
    Wit-Hout
    Distance
    6.34mi
    Elevation +
    276f
    TrailRank
    39
    Photo ofFI-08 Rondwandeling Hossa NP: Huosiuksen Huikonen Trail Photo ofFI-08 Rondwandeling Hossa NP: Huosiuksen Huikonen Trail Photo ofFI-08 Rondwandeling Hossa NP: Huosiuksen Huikonen Trail

    De wandeling start vanaf het parkeerterrein naast het bezoekerscentrum van het Hossa Nationaal Park, Jatkonsalmentie 6, Suomussalmi (GPS 65.468864, 29.517490). Hier is ook een camping en een café. De route begint met een...

  • Parque Natural de Hiidenportti

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    near Tipas, Kainuu (Suomi)
    Author
    Lukkrod
    Distance
    7.80mi
    Elevation +
    587f
    TrailRank
    34
    Photo ofParque Natural de Hiidenportti Photo ofParque Natural de Hiidenportti Photo ofParque Natural de Hiidenportti

    Ruta por Parque Nacional Hiidenportti. Seguimos las marcas amarillas que marcan la ruta de Kitulankierros. La ruta no tiene muchas complicaciones, solamente dos cosas para destacar. Primero, la cantidad de mosquitos a ra...

  • Eurovelo 13. 2/10 (TRACK NO OFICIAL - Ver descripción)

    Bicycle Touring
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    near Kuhmo, Kainuun maakunta (Suomi)
    Author
    ConAlforjas.com
    Distance
    607.37mi
    Elevation +
    13337f
    TrailRank
    33
    Photo ofEurovelo 13. 2/10 (TRACK NO OFICIAL - Ver descripción) Photo ofEurovelo 13. 2/10 (TRACK NO OFICIAL - Ver descripción) Photo ofEurovelo 13. 2/10 (TRACK NO OFICIAL - Ver descripción)

    AVISO: El recorrido puede variar respecto al trazado oficial. Esto se debe a que, de momento, no están disponibles los tracks completos de esta ruta para su descarga. En todo caso, los tracks aquí presentados son fiables...

  • Traîneau à chiens - Hossa

    Dog Sledding
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    near Moilanen, Kainuun maakunta (Suomi)
    Author
    Au bout de la route
    Distance
    33.69mi
    Elevation +
    427f
    TrailRank
    30
    Photo ofTraîneau à chiens - Hossa Photo ofTraîneau à chiens - Hossa Photo ofTraîneau à chiens - Hossa

    Raid de deux jours en traîneau à chiens dans le parc naturel d'Hossa. Premier jour : départ du chenil d'Hossa en direction de la cabane de trappeur Peurapirtti pour y passer la nuit, avec un arrêt au feu de camp de Li...

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