Feel free in the open space of the icy shores of the Bothnian Bay. Get into full speed on the snowy slopes of the Syöte fell area.
From snowy fells to the frozen sea
Oulu
Combine winter activities on the frozen sea with the facilities of the city of Oulu. From Oulu, it’s easy to make day trips to other winter destinations.
Read moreSyöte
Finland’s southernmost fell area, Syöte, is just a few hours away from the sea. In the winter time Syöte is extremely snow sure, so you can experience the Finnish winter on skis, snowboard, and snowshoes. How about getting on a sleigh pulled by reindeer or huskies?
Read moreWhich is faster?
A snowboard ride down the fell, or kite surfing on the frozen sea?
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Hailuoto
You can cross the frozen sea to Hailuoto island by ferry or, when the ice is thick enough, by car. Either way, it’ll be a trip to remember! For that, and many more reasons, Hailuoto is one of the best frozen sea destinations in Finland.
Read moreLiminka
Liminka is known for its birds but this sea side destination is also a good place to get active. Explore the frozen shores on a fat bike or skis!
Read moreKempele
Just a short drive from the Oulu airport, Kempele is a handy destination. It’s easy to find a fun winter activity in this small-size, friendly town.
Read moreRaahe
Imagine walking in the great nothingness of the frozen sea. There’s no experience that compares! Try it in Raahe, where you can also learn about the role the icy sea has played in the history of the area.
Read moreIi
The quaint little town of Ii is a lovely destination with diverse nature and waterways, offering memorable winter experiences. Enjoy outdoor activities like ice fishing, coffee made over a campfire, or try the traditional Finnish ice sleigh carousel!
Read moreChoose your favourites along the Pohjola route!
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Arctic Northern Lights Camp (public)
Sauna experience on a frozen lake + ice swimming
Authentic ice fishing on a frozen lake in the pure nature of Rokua
Polar nights dinner at Liminka Bay
Winter Weekly Programme
Visit a Husky Farm and Husky Safari from Kemi
Private sauna experience at Olosauna
e-Fatbike Safari with Campfire Meal
SnowExperience365 Indoor Exhibition
Pytky Ranch reindeer services
Arctic Northern Lights Camp (private)
Kaukonranta Old Fishing Banks
Visiting at Reindeer Farm in Ii
Frozen Sea Fatbike Experience
Snowboard / Ski Experience Under the Candle Trees
Syöte husky safaris
Oulu Cultural Bike Tour Autumn
Wooden old town in Pikisaari Island
Nallikari Lighthouse
Recreation days for organizations in Sanginjoki and Rokua - Naturest
Ranua Resort - Safaris
Ice Fishig on the Gulf of Bothnia
Educational Learning Programmes in Rokua UNESCO Global Geopark
Iso-Syöte Ski School: Private lessons
Day Trip to Hailuoto Island (private)
Sight-Skiing
Event and meeting place
South Lapland Winter Experience
Rautiperä Sports Area
Historical Pilot House on Iso-Kraaseli Island
Ranua Resort - Wildlife Park
Husky sledding crash course
Husky Safaris in Ranua
Kastelli Giant's Church
Winter experiences in Rokua - Naturest
Ulkopauha Island
Traditional Fishing Harbour Kiviniemi
Ice fishing with huskies
Winter Olympics
Arctic Sea Ice Fishing (private)
Northern lights hunting by car in Syöte
Ice-Fishing Safari with Snowmobiles
SnowCastle Winter Park
Northern Sleigh Ride: Frozen River & Sea Experience
Skibus from Oulu to Syöte
Forest Learning Camps for Student Groups in Sanginjoki by Naturest
Virkkula Birdwatching Tower at Liminka Bay
Oulu Market Square Policeman statue
Lainesauna saunaboat rental at the port Mon-Thu
Winter season lift passes
Day Trip to the Wildlife Park Ranua Zoo
Day Trip to Santa Claus Village and Arctic Circle from Kemi
Rental equipment: Skiing and snowboarding
Löylykontti Tuira
Anna's Day Celebration in Old Town Raahe
Ailasto accommodation
Ski Resort Pikku-Syöte
Rent skinbased skis in Syöte
Tasku Island and Guest Harbour
Köykkyri recreation area
Ice Fishing Trip by Snowmobiles
Arctic Sauna & Ice Swimming (private)
Skinbased skiing trip in Syöte National Park
Raahe Archipelago
Alpacafarm visit and walk in forest - Hanging out with alpacas in finnish nature!
Ice fishing
Visit Hailuoto, Hailuoto info
Old Town Raahe
Oulu Winter Village
Guided Ice Swimming Experience – Dive Into Nordic Well-Being
Gems of the Oulu River estuary
Kuusisaari Recreation Park
Guided Winter Swimming
Mustan Sauna and Winter Swimming Experience
Rock The City Oulu
Experience the Magic of a Finnish Winter in Sanginjoki Nature Reserve - Naturest
Christmas Village
Cultural and historical route Ruustinna
Sliding snowshoes rental in Rokua
Oulu loves biking
Bistoria Iso-Syöte
Pikkulahti Beach
Snowshoe Trip for Ice Fishing from Kemi
Sarkkiranta sports centre
Evening Campfire at the Island
Old Pine Husky Lodge
Raahe Theatre
Arctic Day at the Sea Best Seller
Go fishing in Oulu around the year
Hietasaari recreational area
Winter Forest Adventure in Oulu
Jive to the Five with the Huskies
Ranua Resort - Snowmobile Safari and Ice-Fishing
Job Shadowing in a School or Kindergarten
Winter Wonderland by skinbased skis at Oulu
Iso-Syöte Snow World
Traditional Icefishing at Oulu
Lainesauna saunaboat rental at the port Fri-Sat
Aurora Hunt
Arctic Ice Fishing Experience
Arctic Sea Ice Fishing (public)
Seaside Glass Villas
Tour skating or skiing at the frozen sea in Vihiluoto
Arctic Sea Ice Camp (private)
Quality Ice Fishing Equipment for Your Trips on Frozen Sea
Winter Activities in Ranua
Restaurant Nallikari
Artic Northern Lights Camp
Easy Family-friendly Ice Fishing Trip to the Sea in Ii
Frozen Sea to Forest Experience (private)
Public sauna experience at Olosauna with locals
Ski Resort Iso-Syöte
Husky Safari and Excursion on the Farm
Iso-Syöte Ski School: Group lessons
Wintery Bait Fishing for Northern Pike in Ii
Private Guided Tour from Oulu to the Jussila Reindeer Farm in Ii
Husky Kennel visits and safaris in Ranua
Sauna ticket for public sauna
The Iso-Kraaseli Island Historical Daymark in Raahe Archipelago
Rent Ice Skates from Tourist Info
Equipment maintenance at the rental shop
City Lights Burbot Ice Fishing (private)
Shearching Northern Light with Finnhorse
Go Arctic group activities - Winter Olympics
Icebreaker Sampo Cruise from Haparanda and Tornio
Arctic Edu-Tech - Workshops and experiences in Oulu area
Ranua Resort - Holiday Villas
Nallikari – the Riviera of the North
A versatile holiday trip and dog sledding adventure in Pudasjärvi.
Go Arctic activities - Northern Lights
Artic Sea Ice Fishing
Husky Spin
Icebreaker Sampo Cruise from Kemi
Winter activities for groups
Go Arctic activities - Arctic ice fishing experience
Snowbus Winter Excursion in Raahe Archipelago
Kiikku Garden Grill / Moonlight BBQ
Kylmäniemi Beach
Love by the Iijoki River – An Audio Story Trail Along the Shores of Ii
The Five Senses of Christmas - A Delicious Storytelling Evening
Icebreaker Sampo cruise with transfer from Kemi
Searching for the Aurora Borealis by Car
Snow Adventure Day from Kemi
Icetrek to Kemi History
Merilä Manor View Sauna
Rental equipment: Pikku-Syöte
Keskiniemi Beacon Tower
Traditional Winter Fish Trap (private)
Splash-tastic water activities in Oulu
Visit Family Farm Near the Ranua Zoo.
The Tasku Island Historical Daymark in Raahe Archipelago
Airport Hotel Oulu
Smitti Island
Tauvo Beach and Small-craft Harbour