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!
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Smitti Island
Arctic Day at the Sea Best Seller
Arctic Northern Lights Camp (private)
Traditional Fishing Harbour Kiviniemi
Ice fishing with huskies
Old Town Raahe
Oulu Cultural Bike Tour Autumn
The Tasku Island Historical Daymark in Raahe Archipelago
Merilä Manor View Sauna
Winter activities for groups
Go fishing in Oulu around the year
Educational Learning Programmes in Rokua UNESCO Global Geopark
SnowExperience365 Indoor Exhibition
The Five Senses of Christmas - A Delicious Storytelling Evening
Raahe Archipelago
Rental equipment: Pikku-Syöte
Love by the Iijoki River – An Audio Story Trail Along the Shores of Ii
Kylmäniemi Beach
Experience the Magic of a Finnish Winter in Sanginjoki Nature Reserve - Naturest
Visit Family Farm Near the Ranua Zoo.
Tour skating or skiing at the frozen sea in Vihiluoto
Rental equipment: Skiing and snowboarding
Iso-Syöte Ski School: Group lessons
Iso-Syöte Ski School: Private lessons
Rautiperä Sports Area
Alpacafarm visit and walk in forest - Hanging out with alpacas in finnish nature!
e-Fatbike Safari with Campfire Meal
Private Guided Tour from Oulu to the Jussila Reindeer Farm in Ii
A versatile holiday trip and dog sledding adventure in Pudasjärvi.
Event and meeting place
Winter season lift passes
Bistoria Iso-Syöte
Shearching Northern Light with Finnhorse
Ice-Fishing Safari with Snowmobiles
Anna's Day Celebration in Old Town Raahe
Snowshoe Trip for Ice Fishing from Kemi
Jive to the Five with the Huskies
Artic Northern Lights Camp
Husky Safaris in Ranua
Winter Wonderland by skinbased skis at Oulu
Oulu Winter Village
Husky Kennel visits and safaris in Ranua
Authentic ice fishing on a frozen lake in the pure nature of Rokua
Sarkkiranta sports centre
Old Pine Husky Lodge
Ice fishing
Kuusisaari Recreation Park
Searching for the Aurora Borealis by Car
Iso-Syöte Snow World
Tasku Island and Guest Harbour
Syöte husky safaris
Snow Adventure Day from Kemi
Visiting at Reindeer Farm in Ii
Lainesauna saunaboat rental at the port Mon-Thu
The Iso-Kraaseli Island Historical Daymark in Raahe Archipelago
Nallikari – the Riviera of the North
Ice Fishig on the Gulf of Bothnia
Private sauna experience at Olosauna
Recreation days for organizations in Sanginjoki and Rokua - Naturest
Arctic Ice Fishing Experience
Visit to the Home of Huskies
Winter Weekly Programme
Day Trip to the Wildlife Park Ranua Zoo
Aurora Hunt
Arctic Edu-Tech - Workshops and experiences in Oulu area
Ice Fishing Trip by Snowmobiles
Sight-Skiing
Evening Campfire at the Island
Forest Learning Camps for Student Groups in Sanginjoki by Naturest
Winter Forest Adventure in Oulu
Snowbus Winter Excursion in Raahe Archipelago
Arctic Northern Lights Camp (public)
Splash-tastic water activities in Oulu
Visit Hailuoto, Hailuoto info
Gems of the Oulu River estuary
Go Arctic activities - Arctic ice fishing experience
Cultural and historical route Ruustinna
Traditional Icefishing at Oulu
Day Trip to Santa Claus Village and Arctic Circle from Kemi
Kaukonranta Old Fishing Banks
Virkkula Birdwatching Tower at Liminka Bay
Rock The City Oulu
Sliding snowshoes rental in Rokua
Tauvo Beach and Small-craft Harbour
SnowCastle Winter Park
Ailasto accommodation
Köykkyri recreation area
Winter Activities in Ranua
Mustan Sauna and Winter Swimming Experience
Rent skinbased skis in Syöte
Lainesauna saunaboat rental at the port Fri-Sat
Wooden old town in Pikisaari Island
Airport Hotel Oulu
Job Shadowing in a School or Kindergarten
Husky Spin
Public sauna experience at Olosauna with locals
Christmas Village
Polar nights dinner at Liminka Bay
Rent Ice Skates from Tourist Info
Ranua Resort - Wildlife Park
Ranua Resort - Safaris
Arctic Sauna & Ice Swimming (private)
Quality Ice Fishing Equipment for Your Trips on Frozen Sea
Kiikku Garden Grill / Moonlight BBQ
South Lapland Winter Experience
Arctic Sea Ice Camp (private)
Raahe Theatre
Frozen Sea Fatbike Experience
Oulu & Pikku-Syöte: Frozen Sea, Snowy Fells
Keskiniemi Beacon Tower
Winter Olympics
Sauna experience on a frozen lake + ice swimming
Liminka Bay Nature Centre
Guided Ice Swimming Experience – Dive Into Nordic Well-Being
Go Arctic group activities - Winter Olympics
Oulu Market Square Policeman statue
Icebreaker Sampo Cruise from Haparanda and Tornio
Icebreaker Sampo Cruise from Kemi
Husky Safari and Excursion on the Farm
Oulu loves biking
Hietasaari recreational area
Icebreaker Sampo cruise with transfer from Kemi
Historical Pilot House on Iso-Kraaseli Island
Wintery Bait Fishing for Northern Pike in Ii
Skibus from Oulu to Syöte
Ranua Resort - Holiday Villas
Go Arctic activities - Northern Lights
Ski Resort Pikku-Syöte
Artic Sea Ice Fishing
Guided Winter Swimming
City Lights Burbot Ice Fishing (private)
Seaside Glass Villas
Northern lights hunting by car in Syöte
Visit a Husky Farm and Husky Safari from Kemi
Icetrek to Kemi History
Snowboard / Ski Experience Under the Candle Trees
Traditional Winter Fish Trap (private)
Ranua Resort - Snowmobile Safari and Ice-Fishing
Ulkopauha Island
Nallikari Lighthouse
Pikkulahti Beach
Easy Family-friendly Ice Fishing Trip to the Sea in Ii
Kastelli Giant's Church
Sauna ticket for public sauna
Arctic Sea Ice Fishing (private)
Day Trip to Hailuoto Island (private)
Pytky Ranch reindeer services
Löylykontti Tuira
Skinbased skiing trip in Syöte National Park
Equipment maintenance at the rental shop
Restaurant Nallikari
Ski Resort Iso-Syöte
Northern Sleigh Ride: Frozen River & Sea Experience
Frozen Sea to Forest Experience (private)
Husky sledding crash course
Oulu to Rovaniemi – 6 days Arctic Adventure
Arctic Sea Ice Fishing (public)