recommended route
Konttaisen kuhaus Trail 2 km, Valtavaara-Pyhävaara Nature Reserve
-
The view from the top of Konttainen is magnificent.Photo: Minna Koramo, Metsähallitus
Short but demanding circle trail to the top of Konttainen hill and back. The top offers really rewarding views to lake Konttaisenjärvi and the surrounding hills of Ruka.
Konttaisen polku trail is part of Karhunkierros Trail. Starting from the Konttainen parking area the path ascends steelpy to the top of Konttainen hill. There are tree roots on the path along the way. This short trail leads you to scenic lookout point that reveals stunning views to the surrounding wilderness – a great choice for admiring the sunset and the white nights of summer.
- Trail is marked with wooden poles with green ribbons and yellow reflectors.
- This is a circle trail but please notice that Karhunkierros trail continues forward from the top. Follow the signs and trailmarks. If you want, you can lengthen your hike along Karhunkierros Trail towards Oulanka National Park (follow the path forward) or to Ruka Ski Resort (follow the path back to the direction of the parking area), but please note that that trail is not roundtrip.
Track types
Show elevation profileSafety information
- Konttainen is known for its steep profile, so be mindful of the cliffs while admiring the views.
- There are no services or campsites along this trail – please note that making campfire is only allowed in marked campsites.
Start
Note
Public transport
See info on arriving to Ruka Ski Resort here.
Closest airport: Kuusamo (31 km). A regular bus connection between the airport and Kuusamo, Ruka and Salla is operated by Pohjolan Matka according to the flight schedules.
Information about the public transport to and from Kuusamo airport can be found from Finavia web pages.
Getting there
To get to Konttainen parking area from Kuusamo drive about 28 km along main road 5 (E63) (past Ruka). Then turn right onto road 8694 towards the village of Virkkula. Follow the road for about 3,5 km and you will reach Konttainen parking area.
Parking
Free parking area right beside the starting point of the trail.
Coordinates
Equipment
We recommend sturdy boots or trail walking/running shoes that are good for hiking steep hill up and down.
Statistics
- Waypoints
- Waypoints
Questions and answers
Would you like to the ask the author a question?
Rating
Help others by being the first to add a review.
Photos from others