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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Liminka Bay Nature Centre
Icebreaker Sampo Cruise from Haparanda and Tornio
Experience the Magic of a Finnish Winter in Sanginjoki Nature Reserve - Naturest
Nallikari Lighthouse
Iso-Syöte Snow World
Wooden old town in Pikisaari Island
Oulu Winter Village
Husky sledding crash course
Frozen Sea to Forest Experience (private)
Guided Winter Swimming
Skibus from Oulu to Syöte
Tour skating or skiing at the frozen sea in Vihiluoto
Day Trip to Hailuoto Island (private)
Oulu loves biking
Ice fishing with huskies
Sarkkiranta sports centre
Oulu & Pikku-Syöte: Frozen Sea, Snowy Fells
Löylykontti Tuira
e-Fatbike Safari with Campfire Meal
SnowFun Day in Oulu
Ranua Resort - Holiday Villas
Snow Adventure Day from Kemi
Kastelli Giant's Church
Rent Ice Skates from Tourist Info
Raahe Archipelago
Job Shadowing in a School or Kindergarten
Equipment maintenance at the rental shop
Evening Campfire at the Island
Old Town Raahe
Icebreaker Sampo cruise with transfer from Kemi
Private sauna experience at Olosauna
Artic Northern Lights Camp
Traditional Fishing Harbour Kiviniemi
Public sauna experience at Olosauna with locals
Shearching Northern Light with Finnhorse
Tasku Island and Guest Harbour
Kuusisaari Recreation Park
Snowbus Winter Excursion in Raahe Archipelago
Arctic Northern Lights Camp (public)
Keskiniemi Beacon Tower
Raahe Theatre
Rental equipment: Skiing and snowboarding
Guided Ice Swimming Experience – Dive Into Nordic Well-Being
Ranua Resort - Wildlife Park
Oulu Cultural Bike Tour Autumn
Seaside Glass Villas
Historical Pilot House on Iso-Kraaseli Island
Anna's Day Celebration in Old Town Raahe
Nallikari – the Riviera of the North
Merilä Manor View Sauna
Arctic Sea Ice Fishing (public)
Arctic Ice Fishing Experience
The Five Senses of Christmas - A Delicious Storytelling Evening
Northern Sleigh Ride: Frozen River & Sea Experience
Sauna ticket for public sauna
Easy Family-friendly Ice Fishing Trip to the Sea in Ii
Lainesauna saunaboat rental at the port Fri-Sat
Winter Olympics
Sight-Skiing
The Iso-Kraaseli Island Historical Daymark in Raahe Archipelago
Arctic Day at the Sea Best Seller
Winter activities for groups
Kylmäniemi Beach
Go Arctic activities - Arctic ice fishing experience
Iso-Syöte Ski School: Private lessons
Icebreaker Sampo Cruise from Kemi
Bistoria Iso-Syöte
Winter Weekly Programme
Splash-tastic water activities in Oulu
A versatile holiday trip and dog sledding adventure in Pudasjärvi.
Snowboard / Ski Experience Under the Candle Trees
Husky Safaris in Ranua
Visit Family Farm Near the Ranua Zoo.
Winter Activities in Ranua
Aurora Hunt
Private Guided Tour from Oulu to the Jussila Reindeer Farm in Ii
Gemstone Exhibition and SnowExperience
Skinbased skiing trip in Syöte National Park
City Lights Burbot Ice Fishing (private)
Rautiperä Sports Area
Christmas Village
Ice Fishig on the Gulf of Bothnia
SnowCastle Winter Park
Virkkula Birdwatching Tower at Liminka Bay
Smitti Island
Recreation days for organizations in Sanginjoki and Rokua - Naturest
Ranua Resort - Snowmobile Safari and Ice-Fishing
Arctic Sea Ice Fishing (private)
Gems of the Oulu River estuary
Restaurant Nallikari
Frozen Sea Fatbike Experience
Traditional Winter Fish Trap (private)
The Tasku Island Historical Daymark in Raahe Archipelago
Northern lights hunting by car in Syöte
Arctic Sauna & Ice Swimming (private)
Airport Hotel Oulu
Visiting at Reindeer Farm in Ii
Sliding snowshoes rental in Rokua
Cultural and historical route Ruustinna
Mustan Sauna and Winter Swimming Experience
Rental equipment: Pikku-Syöte
Arctic Edu-Tech - Workshops and experiences in Oulu area
Educational Learning Programmes in Rokua UNESCO Global Geopark
Oulu Market Square Policeman statue
Old Pine Husky Lodge
Pikkulahti Beach
Go Arctic activities - Northern Lights
Kaukonranta Old Fishing Banks
Traditional Icefishing at Oulu
Go fishing in Oulu around the year
Jive to the Five with the Huskies
Tauvo Beach and Small-craft Harbour
Winter Forest Adventure in Oulu
Köykkyri recreation area
Arctic Northern Lights Camp (private)
Oulu: Ice Fishing on the Frozen Sea
Day Trip to the Wildlife Park Ranua Zoo
Sauna experience on a frozen lake + ice swimming
Event and meeting place
Ski Resort Pikku-Syöte
Ranua Resort - Safaris
Ailasto accommodation
Rock The City Oulu
Visit to the Home of Huskies
Snowshoe Trip for Ice Fishing from Kemi
Winter season lift passes
Polar nights dinner at Liminka Bay
Authentic ice fishing on a frozen lake in the pure nature of Rokua
Hietasaari recreational area
Oulu to Rovaniemi – 6 days Arctic Adventure
Winter Wonderland by skinbased skis at Oulu
Lainesauna saunaboat rental at the port Mon-Thu
Ice-Fishing Safari with Snowmobiles
Day Trip to Santa Claus Village and Arctic Circle from Kemi
Artic Sea Ice Fishing
Husky Spin
Quality Ice Fishing Equipment for Your Trips on Frozen Sea
South Lapland Winter Experience
Love by the Iijoki River – An Audio Story Trail Along the Shores of Ii
Ice Fishing Experience by Taiga Resort
Alpacafarm visit and walk in forest - Hanging out with alpacas in finnish nature!
Winter experiences in Rokua - Naturest
Forest Learning Camps for Student Groups in Sanginjoki by Naturest
Icetrek to Kemi History
Oulu: Northern lights tour
Syöte husky safaris
Go Arctic group activities - Winter Olympics
Husky Safari and Excursion on the Farm
Arctic Sea Ice Camp (private)
Visit Hailuoto, Hailuoto info
Rent skinbased skis in Syöte
Ski Resort Iso-Syöte
Villa Kanttura - a Luxury Hideout
Searching for the Aurora Borealis by Car
Iso-Syöte Ski School: Group lessons
Kiikku Garden Grill / Moonlight BBQ
Wintery Bait Fishing for Northern Pike in Ii
Ice Fishing Trip by Snowmobiles