Travel Guide Finland Central Ostrobothnia

Hikers in Salamajärvi National Park's landscape Photo: Visit Keski-Pohjanmaa
Ohtakari fisherman village Photo: Visit Kokkola
Magnificent beach of Vattaja Photo: Visit Keski-Pohjanmaa
Tankar Island from air Photo: Visit Kokkola
Event at Neristan, the old wooden town of Kokkola Photo: Visit Kokkola, #ReittienKP
Sunset on Tankar Photo: Sami Mutka
Having a break on a lean-to in Salamajärvi National Park Photo: Mari Keiski, Visit Keski-Pohjanmaa
Duckboards by a lake in Salamajärvi National Park Photo: Visit Keski-Pohjanmaa
Evening Kayaking on the sea Photo: Visit Keski-Pohjanmaa
Calm evening in Salamajärvi National Park Photo: Visit Keski-Pohjanmaa
Taking a break on a lean-to in Salamajärvi National Park Photo: Mari Keiski, Visit Keski-Pohjanmaa
Duckboards lead you through beautiful bog landscapes in Salamajärvi National Park Photo: Visit Keski-Pohjanmaa

Central Ostrobothnia

Streching from sea to the wilderness, Central Ostrobothnia treats you with a variety of beautiful nature: Sea, magnificent beaches, primeval forests, rivers, vast bogs and charming history. The old fishing villages, Öjä, Tankar and Ohtakari treat you with their picturesque history. In Neristan, the old town of Kokkola, you can admire one of the best preserved old wooden towns in Finland. Hiking in Salamajärvi National Park takes you to the footprints of wild forest reindeer surrounded by vast open bogs and beautiful primeval forests. Cental Ostrobothnia welcomes you to explore our versatile and peaceful nature, uncrowded hiking trails and charming history.

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Hiking Route · Central Ostrobothnia

Öja Archipelago Trail, feel the sea breeze and the smell of salt

Top moderate open

21.8 km

5:21 h

33 m

The longest hiking trail, Öja Archipelago Trail, in Kokkola is suitable for demanding hikers. The scenery varies from seashores to dark forests and ...

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Bike Riding · Central Ostrobothnia

A pleasant archipelago bike route from Kokkola to Öja

Top easy open

35.7 km

2:26 h

32 m

Beautiful archipelago route from Kokkola city centre to Öja fishermen village and summer cafe Bryggan. Relaxing half-day-tour mainly on quiet ...

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Hiking Route · Central Ostrobothnia

Hirvaan kierros trail, Salamajärvi national park, Perho

Top moderate open

54.6 km

13:16 h

41 m

Hirvaan kierros trail is part of longer Peuran polku trail in Salamajärvi nationalpark. The landscapes along the trail include mires, forests and ...

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Nature Trail · Central Ostrobothnia

Walking Tour in Old Wooden Town Neristan in Kokkola

Top easy open

3.1 km

0:46 h

13 m

The old town Neristan is one of Finland's most valuable and best-preserved historical wooden urban districts. This walking tour leads you to lively ...

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Hiking Route · Central Ostrobothnia

A nature trail of 16 springs in Valkeisjärvi, Lestijärvi

Top moderate open

5.4 km

1:20 h

9 m

15 m

The clear-water Lake Valkeisjärvi is formed from 16 different springs at the bottom of the lake. On the route around Lake Valkeisjärvi, you can ...

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Nature Trail · Central Ostrobothnia

The Lovelampi nature trail in a beautiful swamp landscape

Top easy open

5.5 km

1:20 h

18 m

9 m

On the Lovelampi nature trail to Lovelampi hut, you walk long distances in stunning Finnish swamp landscapes, enjoying the peace and quiet of nature.

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Hiking Route · Central Ostrobothnia

Accessible Paratiisisaari route in Toholampi

Top easy open

2 km

0:28 h

5 m

Paratiisisaari in Toholampi is quite the paradise the Finnish name suggests. This extremely beautiful easy-to-walk route enables accessible hiking ...

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Spa · Archipelago

Swimming centre VesiVeijari, Kokkola

Archipelago

VesiVeijari is one of the most popular swimming centres in Finland. Indoor activities include ...

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Highlights

Öja Archipelago Trail, feel the sea breeze and the smell of salt

A pleasant archipelago bike route from Kokkola to Öja

Hirvaan kierros trail, Salamajärvi national park, Perho

Walking Tour in Old Wooden Town Neristan in Kokkola

A nature trail of 16 springs in Valkeisjärvi, Lestijärvi

The Lovelampi nature trail in a beautiful swamp landscape

Accessible Paratiisisaari route in Toholampi

Swimming centre VesiVeijari, Kokkola

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Hiking in Central Ostrobothnia

Hiking trails in Central Ostrobothnia take you from sea shores to the primeval forests and vast bogs in Salamajärvi National Park. Here are some hiking tips for you to enjoy.

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A nature trail of 16 springs in Valkeisjärvi, Lestijärvi
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Öja Archipelago Trail, feel the sea breeze and the smell of salt
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Nature Trail
The Lovelampi nature trail in a beautiful swamp landscape
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Partio-Jylhä nature trail, Kannus
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Accessible Paratiisisaari route in Toholampi
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Laajalahti nature trail, Kokkola

Cycling in Central Ostrobothnia

The flat terrain in Central Ostrobothnia offer comfortable and relaxed cycling routes. Take a day trip to the fishing village of Öja, enjoy the culture near the center of Kokkola or experience mountain biking to the magnificent beaches of Lohtaja and the old fishing village of Ohtakari.

Canoeing and kayaking in Central Ostrobothnia

Experience the nature from a new perspective. Enjoy the lakes, rivers and the sea by canoe or kayak. On Lestijoki river canoeing route you will experience a wilderness atmosphere and rapids. Perhonjoki river offers more relaxed tour right next to Kokkola. Canoeing in Salamajärvi National Park takes you in the middle of pristine nature. More experienced paddlers can head to the sea where they will find endless options for unforgettable kayaking experiences.

Canoeing
Canoeing on lake Salamajärvi, Perho

Experience the wilderness in Salamajärvi National Park

Trails in Salamajärvi National Park offer truly peaceful nature with primeval forests and vastest bog areas in Southern Finland. With a little luck you can spot a wild forest reindeer.

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Salamajärvi National Park

National park

Follow in the hoofprints of wild forest reindeer on the Peuran Polku Trail. You might even spot some of these rare ...

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Halsua

There is a small but fine selection of cool places worth visiting in Halsua. You can find our suggestions below.

Kannus

There is a small but fine selection of cool places worth visiting in Kannus. You can find our suggestions below.

Kaustinen

There is a small but fine selection of cool places worth visiting in Kaustinen. You can find our suggestions below.

Kokkola

The coastal town of Kokkola is located in the northern archipelago on the West Coast of Finland. The most extensive connected preserved wooden town in the country is located in the center of Kokkola and attracts tourists.

Lestijärvi

Lestijärvi in Central Ostrobothnia offers a lot of options for outdoor pursuits. Our travel guide is full of great tips. Find out about all fascinating tours, attractions and Typical accommodation in the area

Perho

Perho in Central Ostrobothnia offers a lot of options for outdoor pursuits. Our travel guide is full of great tips. Find out about all fascinating tours, attractions and Typical accommodation in the area

Toholampi

There is a small but fine selection of cool places worth visiting in Toholampi. You can find our suggestions below.

Veteli

Veteli in Central Ostrobothnia offers a lot of options for outdoor pursuits. Our travel guide is full of great tips. Find out about all fascinating tours, attractions and Typical accommodation in the area