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