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  • Retkeily ja vaellus Pohjois-Savon metsä- ja harjumaisemissa sopii kaiken tasoisille retkeilijöille. Levähtää voi esimerkiksi Historiapolun nuotiopaikalla.
    Retkeily ja vaellus Pohjois-Savon metsä- ja harjumaisemissa sopii kaiken tasoisille retkeilijöille. Levähtää voi esimerkiksi Historiapolun nuotiopaikalla. Photo: Mira Saari, Savonia University of Applied Sciences

Hiking in Nothern Savonia

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For those who enjoy an active vacation, we have lots of suggestions in Northern Savo - Lakeland. Use our Travel Guide as a source of inspiration for planning your next adventure and browse through descriptions and route details of the most beautiful hiking routes.
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The 10 Most Beautiful hiking routes in Northern Savo - Lakeland

Orinoro Hiking Trail, Orinoro Gorge
Hiking Route · Northern Savo - Lakeland
Orinoron kierto - a circular hiking trail with a beautiful gorge
recommended route Difficulty moderate
1
7 km
3:00 h
78 m
78 m
This hiking trail provides examples of Finnish nature in its different forms. You will also visit a gorge that has vertical walls, carved by glaciers during the last ice age.  
Savonia University of Applied Sciences
Volokinpolku Trail
Hiking Route · Northern Savo - Lakeland
Volokinpolku hiking trail across the wilderness of Sonkajärvi
recommended route Difficulty moderate
28.8 km
10:00 h
48 m
27 m
The Volokinpolku hiking trail is a 30km long marked trail. It starts from the village of Jyrkkä in Sonkajärvi, runs through lovely, varied landscapes and has several nice rest stops.
Savonia University of Applied Sciences
The observation tower on Tahko hill
Hiking Route · Finnish Lakeland
Tahkon Tähtikierros Hiking Trail
recommended route Difficulty moderate
7.1 km
3:00 h
219 m
218 m
Some of the finest attractions in Tahko are situated along this route: a lush nature reserve, amazing views from Tahko hill and lookout tower, and the impressive Mäkiautio Gorge.
Savonia University of Applied Sciences
Hikers on Kämäri nature trail
Hiking Route · Northern Savo - Lakeland
Hiking on the Kämäri nature trail in the City of Varkaus
recommended route Difficulty easy
4.4 km
1:07 h
16 m
19 m
Enjoy green nature of Kämäri, near Taipale Canal and the center of Varkaus. There are many rapids along the trail where you can listen to the refreshing sound of the flowing water.
Savonia University of Applied Sciences
Konttila Farm in Puijo, Kuopio
Hiking Route · Northern Savo - Lakeland
Konttilan kierto - Circular Hiking Route in Puijo Area
recommended route Difficulty easy
2.3 km
1:00 h
62 m
62 m
Konttilan kierto Hiking Route is an easy nature trail suitable for the whole family. The trail leads you from Konttila heritage farm to the 75 metres tall Puijo tower.
Savonia University of Applied Sciences
View along Kolmen vuoren vaellus hiking route
Hiking Route · Northern Savo - Lakeland
Kolmen Vuoren Vaellus Circular Hiking Trail in Southern Konnevesi
recommended route Difficulty difficult
14.9 km
8:00 h
219 m
222 m
The "Hiking trail of Three Mountains" gives you a taste of true wilderness. The rugged nature of Enonniemi features steep ascents and descents with spectacular views.  
Savonia University of Applied Sciences
Uiton Kierto trail in Tiilikkajärvi National Park
Hiking Route · Northern Savo - Lakeland
Uiton kierto - a hiking trail in Tiilikkajärvi National Park
recommended route Difficulty easy
7.2 km
3:00 h
16 m
16 m
A beautiful hiking trail in the heart of Tiilikkajärvi National Park .  Here you can admire the ridges, marsh sceneries with cottongrass and shores of wilderness lakes.   
Savonia University of Applied Sciences
Hikers on Kalajan Kierros trail
Hiking Route · Northern Savo - Lakeland
Kalajan kierros hiking route in Southern Konnevesi National Park
recommended route Difficulty moderate
4.7 km
3:00 h
75 m
73 m
Breathtaking contrasts characterise this route. Sit by the clear Vuori-Kalaja pond, walk through old-growth forest and climb to the top of Kalajanvuori to admire the amazing view. 
Savonia University of Applied Sciences
The gazebo of Unholanniemi in Kuopio
City Walking · Northern Savo - Lakeland
Kuopion kierros - an easy route in the city parks of Kuopio
recommended route Difficulty easy
8.1 km
2:30 h
38 m
38 m
Take a stroll in the historic parks of Kuopio or enjoy the best beaches of the city. Visit the Old Kuopio Museum and explore how people lived in former times.
Savonia University of Applied Sciences
The fabric area in Varkaus
City Walking · Northern Savo - Lakeland
Old Varkaus Walking Trail to the history of an industrial city
recommended route Difficulty easy
3.5 km
1:00 h
2 m
9 m
The Old Varkaus Walking Trail is a marked route about the history and architecture of the city of Varkaus from Päiviönsaari via Kommila to the Kosulanniemi villa district.
Savonia University of Applied Sciences
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Hiking Route · Northern Savo - Lakeland
Kolmen Vuoren Vaellus Circular Hiking Trail in Southern Konnevesi
recommended route Difficulty difficult
Distance 14.9 km
Duration 8:00 h
Ascent 219 m
Descent 222 m

The "Hiking trail of Three Mountains" gives you a taste of true wilderness. The rugged nature of Enonniemi features steep ascents and descents with ...

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