For those who enjoy an active vacation, we have lots of suggestions in Nothern Ostrobothnia. 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 Nothern Ostrobothnia
Nature Trail
· Oulu
Pilpasuo Nature Trail (sense-invigorating route) 7 km, Oulu Finland
recommended route
Difficulty
easy
6.9 km
2:30 h
23 m
23 m
Pilpasuo sense-invigorating route invites you to experience nature with all senses! This nature trail offers small tasks which make hikers feel nature in a new way.
Hiking Route
· Oulanka Nationalpark
Pieni Karhunkierros Trail 12 km, Oulanka National Park
recommended route
Difficulty
difficult
11.7 km
5:00 h
81 m
81 m
The most popular hiking tour in Oulanka National Park with biggest amount of visitors. A beautiful, scenic trail with gushing rapids, the steep cliffs and the sheltered forests.
Hiking Route
· Taivalkoski
Pyhitys Trail 2 km, Syöte National Park
recommended route
Difficulty
difficult
3.7 km
2:30 h
160 m
160 m
The summit of the highest fell in Syöte National Park provides a majestic view of Lake Kostonjärvi. The steep trail runs on forest road and a natural path.
Hiking Route
· Taivalkoski
Näköalapolku Scenic trail 5 km, Taivalkoski Finland
recommended route
Difficulty
moderate
6.1 km
2:30 h
23 m
22 m
Located on the top of Taivalvaara hill, this loop trail that is suitable for families, offers you the magic of the Finnish forest and rewards you with stunning views of the area.
Hiking Route
· Taivalkoski
Simosenpolku hiking trail 10,6 km, Taivalkoski, Finland
recommended route
Difficulty
moderate
10.6 km
3:30 h
13 m
13 m
This loop trail is located in Jokijärvi village south of Taivalkoski municipality center, close to Saija Lodge holiday apartments by the Jokijärvi lake.
Hiking Route
· Taivalkoski
Kikarinlampi Loop trail 12,8 km, Taivalkoski Finland
recommended route
Difficulty
moderate
12.8 km
4:30 h
35 m
35 m
The trail invites the traveller to experience the vibrant colours of Taivalkoski's protected swamp areas and to enjoy the mystical view of the Kikarinlampi pond. Suitable for a day hike.
Nature Trail
· Syöte – Pudasjärvi
Peikkopolku ("Trollpath") Thematic Trail 2km, Syöte Finland
recommended route
Difficulty
easy
2 km
1:30 h
37 m
37 m
Experience the adventure of the whole family on Peikkopolku trail. On the trail, you can meet a wide variety of trolls and gnomes, and at the same time experience nature experiences in the beautiful nature of Syöte.
Hiking Route
· Kalajoki
Siiponjoki Hiking Trail For Families 5 km, Kalajoki Finland
recommended route
Difficulty
easy
5.3 km
1:30 h
9 m
9 m
A piece of Kalajoki landscape at its best! The Siiponjoki hiking trail for families runs in a beautiful pine forest, following the Siiponjoki river meandering deep in a sandy canyon.
Hiking Route
· Rokuan kansallispuisto
Keisanrinkierros Loop Trail 20 km, Rokua National Park Finland
recommended route
Difficulty
moderate
21 km
8:00 h
92 m
85 m
Keisarinkierros trail passes through the most popular sights and nature attractions in the Rokua National Park and hills of Rokuanvaara, presenting the nature of the area at its most beautiful.
Hiking Route
· Taivalkoski
Atsinki-Pahkakuru-Taivalkoski hiking trail, 17 km, Taivalkoski Finland
recommended route
Difficulty
difficult
17.2 km
8:00 h
148 m
119 m
The Atsinki-Taivalkoski trail enchants you with the beauty of Finnish forests and rewards you with a stunning view of the Pahkakuru Gorge and Pikku Tervalampi pond.
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Pieni Karhunkierros Trail 12 km, Oulanka National Park by Christian
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October 19, 2022
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When did you do this route? October 13, 2022
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Pilpasuo Nature Trail (sense-invigorating route) 7 km, Oulu Finland by Teemu
October 10, 2022
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Rytivaaran kierros Trail 10 km, Syöte National Park by Villa
September 11, 2022
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When did you do this route? September 11, 2022
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