There are two things you can’t miss on your road trip on the Pohjola route: everyone’s love for the arctic waters and – bicycles.
Things that make your heart beat faster
In the Oulu area, the locals ride their bikes all year round, and many own more than one to fully enjoy the magnificently kept routes both in the urban areas and nature destinations.
Besides biking, you can ride high on a wakeboard or go exploring the myriad of islands, rivers, seashores and lakes in a kayak, boat or on a SUP board.
For extra adrenaline, climb the treetops in an adventure park. To finish your day sweating it out, go swimming in the crystal clear northern waters – a memorable experience in its own right.
Water fun in the city
Start or finish your road trip with an adrenaline rush available right at the centre of Oulu. A short walk from the Market square with views over islands, bridges and fishing boats, there’s a waterpark that will lift you up on a wakeboard over jumps, obstacles and sliders.
For a little less speed, rent a kayak or SUP board and go on a guided trip or adventure on your own. The river delta is worth exploring for its lush, green trees, wild birds and amazing views of the city and sea.
Adventure away in the amazing arctic archipelago
Make your way south and make a pit stop in Raahe. In this little seaside town, you can access the arctic archipelago right from the town centre, on a kayak!
Or hop on a cruise boat at the museum pier. On the cruise, sunbathe on the sandy beaches of desert islands, spot sheep grazing away or sea eagles and grey seals minding their business on a northern summer day that never ends. Take a fishing trip to catch your own dinner, or fill your mouth with wild strawberries.
Ride on and above the sand dunes
To visit a famous and popular seaside destination, make your way further south to Kalajoki. Among the many wonders of this seaside resort are its nature trails that run along the river and pristine forests, as well as wide duckboards along the never-ending sandy beach. This place is magical – ask the Finns who keep coming back year after year.
So ride a bike to the sunset – or rather, into the midnight sunshine – or choose the water element. Rent your gear from the beach and go on a standup paddleboard fishing excursion or head out windsurfing. For those aiming higher, there’s an adventure park built in the treetops with a zip line slide over the sand dunes!
The Pohjola route makes your heart beat a little faster on land, sea or sky!
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Breakfast by the sea

Charter buses and private transportation services in Oulu region

A Unique Cafe Huvila in Oulu

Restaurant Marani

Kahvila Kiikku

Nallikari Aalto Apartment Hotel

Kayak rental at Raahe

Villa Sinipursi 9 Seaside Two-room Apartment

Children’s Traffic Park

Rock The City Oulu

Bistoria Patio

Bronze-casting course

Minivan Trip to Turkansaari Open Air Museum

Mini-golf course

Amarillo Restaurant Oulu

Cafe Krypta

Puistokahvila Makia Cafe

Joo Hetki Cafe

Oulu Quickly Walking Tour

Sightseeing Bus Tour (in Finnish)

Study Programme

Go Arctic activities - Air guitar workshop or Air guitar show

Splash-tastic water activities in Oulu

Accomodation in Vihanti with the Local Heritage Society

Nature Cafe Loppula at Sanginjoki

Hop On - Hop Off Cruise in Raahe Archipelago

Nallikari Holiday Village - Camping, Oulu

Radisson Blu Hotel Oulu

Budget Hotel Raahe, in North Ostrobothnia

Restaurant Toripolliisi, Authentic and Local food

Koivuranta Sauna Boat Public Sauna

Pampering Relaxation (1-2 persons)

Lumijärvi Beach

Go Arctic Events - Theme parties

Scandic Oulu Station

Guided Walking Tours in Oulu

Koivuranta Sauna Boat Cruise

Beach Café Raikas

Cafe Hanna

Trade House of Lang 19th Century Style Cafe and Restaurant at the Raahe Old Town

Spirits of Hearth and Home - Tonttu in Finnish Folklore

Minivan Trip to Koiteli Rapids

GreenStar Hotel Oulu

Best Western Hotel Apollo, Oulu

Forest Nature School in Sanginjoki - Naturest Oy

Go Arctic group activities - Kurvisen karsinnat

CakePop Accommodation

Northern Finland food experience

Fatbike Safari, Nallikari Oulu

Gunnarin Kartano´s apartments and hostel rooms in Lampinsaari, Raahe

Zivago

Lapland Hotels Oulu

Oulu's Original Taxi - OTAXI

Raahe | Hertz Car Rental

The reflecting pools of Oulu

Villa Sinipursi 1 Studio Apartment in Old Raahe

Hot Air Balloon Flight for group 4-12pax

Bistro Mesu

Avis Car Rental in Oulu

Guided fishing trip

Koivuranta Floating Cafe

Night at Reenis

Kuntokeidas Vesipekka Indoor Swimming and Sport Centre

Riding treks with charming Icelandic Horses in Oulu!

The Bronze-casting Work Demonstration

Mediterranean Restaurant

Go Arctic activities - Archery Competition

Kirkkojärvi Beach

Lampinsaari Camping

Ancient survival skills: Stone grinding

Raahe Archipelago Cruises

Olkijoki Beach

PikePadel outdoor padelcourts

Winter Swimming in Raahe

ChocoTasting

Ravintolamaailma Limingantulli

Ravintola Sarkka

De Gamlas Hem Hotel

Go Arctic group activities - Amazing Oulu - City adventure

Go Arctic activities - Rubber raft polo game

Go Arctic group activities - Traditional games

Room Escape Games

Wanhakulma Guesthouse in Old Town Raahe

SuperPark Oulu

Go Arctic Events - Dinner with the ghosts of Oulu

Go Arctic activities - Guided tour in Oulu by bike

Katariina´s Chambers Willa Katariina in Old Town Raahe

Nature Power from a forest in Sanginjoki - Naturest Oy

Ancient survival skills: Archery

Järvelänjärvi Grill-Café

Paintball

Ravintolamaailma Linnanmaa

Sokeri-Jussin Kievari Restaurant

Go Arctic - Guided walking tours in Oulu and in Oulu area

Rusko Bike Park

Guided Walking Tour in the Old Town of Raahe

Catharina´s Cellar Willa Katariina in Old Town Raahe

Go Arctic activities - Northern Lights

Tent site in Nallikari Holiday Village, Oulu

45 Special

Local Taxi Services in Kempele

Relaxing Neurosonic Moment at Tirsanurkka

1bar

Go Arctic activities - Canoeing trip at river Oulujoki or Kiiminkijoki

MajoitusYkkönen

Ancient survival skills: Canoeing

Breakfast & Private Restaurant Veranta

Coffee House Café

HIGH QUALITY CAR RENTAL AND CAR SHARING SERVICES NEAR YOU

Kylmäniemi Beach

Rosso Restaurant Valkea

Oulu Zipline

Arctic Edu-Tech - Workshops and experiences in Oulu area

Paddling on the Oulujoki river delta and at sea

Study Visit & Job Shadowing in Vocational Special Needs Education and Training in Oulu

Bacaro Doppio Café

Trade House of Lang Unique Historic Hotel Experience in the Heart of the Raahe Old Town

Oulu loves biking

Frans&Camille Bistro

Relaxing Floating in Floating Pod

CakePop Café

Original Sokos Hotel Arina, Oulu

Rauhala ravintola-pâtisserie

Cafe Tunnelmatupa in Koiteli

Bay of Bothnia by SUP (Stand Up Paddling) in Oulu

Guided Bike Tour from Nallikari to Oulu City Center

Single ticket to Reenis creative gym

Oulu City Central | Hertz Car Rental

De Gamlas Hem Restaurant

Fresh Mex

SuperPark Restaurant

City Train Kompiainen

A day in the Stone Age

Tuba Food & Lounge

Traditional Holiday Cottages in Nallikari, Oulu

Fishing trips

Visit to the Home of Huskies

Oula Kitchen & Bar

Expert Session / Workshop on Education

Fatbike Tour in Oulu

Go Arctic Events - Performers and hosts to your events

Rent a bike from Tourist Info!

Restaurant Harald

Go Arctic activities - City canoeing day or night

Winter cycling by fatbikes at Oulu

Restaurant Pannu

Scandic Oulu City

Bay of Bothnia by Kayak in Oulu
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Bistro, Hotel Lasaretti

Go Arctic group activities - Traditional tar olympics

Go Arctic - Events Services

Koiteli Residenssi accommodation villa

Restaurant and winebar VENN

Sightseeing helicopter flight in the Oulu area

Deluxe Poiju Villas by the Sea in Nallikari, Oulu

Amusement Park Vauhtipuisto

Go Arctic group activities - Koiteli Team Path

Restaurant Indian Cuisine

Go Arctic group activities - The Head of Tribe

Pure maku

Restaurant Nallikari

Experience the wonders of the Finnish nature

Cafe-Restaurant Seelari in Hietasaari

Pikkulahti Beach and Outdoors

Sauna Experience

Historical Pilot House on Iso-Kraaseli Island

Nature-based recreation days for work communities (Sanginjoki, Rokua) - Naturest Oy

Go Arctic activities - Craft upcycle workshop

SUP rental at Raahe

Go Arctic group activities - Inhouse Derby

Rowing Boat Experience

Sleep in hostel

Mikonkari Beach

Cine Cafè Sofia

Pancho Villa Raahe

Himmeli workshop – Raahen Taitopaja

Go Arctic group activities - Heptathlon

Restaurant Hugo

Winter Forest Adventure in the Dark

Nordic Art Hotel Lasaretti

Pohjolan Matka Charter Coaches Oulu

ChocoSomnia Factory Tour & Tasting

Voltti´s Music Quiz, Oulu

Modern Messi Summer Cottages in Nallikari, Oulu

OTAXI VIP for Premium Taxi Wishes

Restaurant Raahen Hovi

Kierikki: Guided tours

Kayaking Safari, Nallikari, Oulu

Fish Restaurant Raahen Kala&Kahvila

Go Arctic activities - White water swimming in Koiteli

Mon Chou - French Pastry Shop

Restaurant Puistola

Café Kaari

Raahe Theatre

Float 60min

Lappis Water Park Oulu

Restaurant Caspian

Private event: Wine and Fashion

Go Arctic - Guided bus tours in Oulu and neighbouring municipalities

Raahe Kebab Grill

Airport Taxi Service in Oulu

Job Shadowing in a School or Kindergarten

OuluHostel AlliMaria

Experience Life at Trade House of Lang

Go fishing in Oulu around the year

Restaurant Mallassauna

Puistola Cafe & Bakery

Relaxing 2 Persons Floating in same Floating Pod

Surprise Menu; a tribute to the diverse nature of the North

Go Arctic activities - Stories from Oulu

Island Hopping at Raahe Archipelago

Minivan Trip to Hailuoto

Villa Sinipursi 3 Studio Apartment in Old Raahe

Hotel Raahen Hovi

Koivuranta igloos

Liisa & Moss Wonderland

Canoe rental at Raahe

Oulu Climbing Center

Varvi Beach

Villa Sinipursi 8 Two-room Apartment

Stone Age race of tribes

Private booking at Reenis
