From snowy fells to the frozen sea

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. 

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.

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Syöte

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?

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Which is faster?

A snowboard ride down the fell, or kite surfing on the frozen sea?

 

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.

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Liminka

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!

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Kempele

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.

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Raahe

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.

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Ii

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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Husky sledding crash course

Oulu
Tasku island and historical daymark in the summer

The Tasku Island Historical Daymark in Raahe Archipelago

Raahe
Villa Kalajoki

Villa Kalajoki

Kalajoki
kennel visit

Visit to the Home of Huskies

Oulu
Iso-Kraaseli daymark and sail sheds

The Iso-Kraaseli Island Historical Daymark in Raahe Archipelago

Raahe
Bird watching tower in Hietasaari

Hietasaari recreational area

Oulu
Floating Cafe.

Koivuranta Floating Cafe

Oulu

The slopes of Pikku-Syöte

Pudasjärvi
Sarkkiranta sports centre

Sarkkiranta sports centre

Kempele
Meetings, weddings, parties and events.

Event and meeting place

Hailuoto
Virkkula Birdwatching tower from bird perspective.

Virkkula Birdwatching Tower at Liminka Bay

Liminka
Rock The City Adventure Game

Adventure Game: Rock The City Oulu

Oulu
South Lapland Winter Experience - two day's husky tour

South Lapland Winter Experience

Syöte
Koiravaljakko

Husky Spin

Oulu
Accommodation double room.

Ailasto accommodation

Hailuoto
Oulu market square policeman.

Oulu Market Square Policeman statue

Oulu

Iso-Syöte Ski School: Private lessons

Syöte

Kastelli Giant's Church

Raahe
Winter wishing in Oulujoki delta area.

Go fishing in Oulu around the year

Oulu

Equipment maintenance at the rental shop

Syöte
Mies talvisessa maisemassa

Backcountry skiing in Rokua

Rokua
Cycling in Köykkyri

Köykkyri recreation area

Kempele
Lobby

Airport Hotel Oulu

Kempele
Oulu market square and market hall.

Oulu Market Square

Oulu
Vene rannassa Ulkopauhan saaressa Raahessa

Ulkopauha Island

Raahe
Ice fishing at Bothnian bay

Ice fishing with huskies

Oulu

Arctic Ice Paddling

Kalajoki
Pilkkiretki Oulun Nallikarissa 1

Ice fishing in Nallikari, Oulu

Oulu
Winter Olympics

Go Arctic group activities - Winter Olympics

Oulu
Varjo Festival 2022 was held in Kuusisaari.

Kuusisaari Recreation Park

Oulu
Kesäteatterin katetusta katsomosta

Raahe Theatre

Raahe

Fantti paht

Raahe

Go Arctic activities - Northern Lights

Oulu
Koivurannan saunalautta sauna Oulussa.

Koivuranta Sauna Boat Puplic Sauna

Oulu
Syötteen Eräpalvelut Huskysafarit husky

Syöte husky safaris

Syöte
Kahvilan takassa tuli

Pytky Cafe & Parttio Bistro

Syöte
Snowboarding and skiing at Iso-Syöte

Ski Resort Iso-Syöte

Syöte
Welcome!

Nallikari Bakery & Bistro

Oulu
Keskiniemi beacon tower in Autumn

Keskiniemi Beacon Tower

Hailuoto
In Syöte you can spend a winter day skiing or doing other winter sports.

Skibus from Oulu to Syöte

Syöte
Seafood pasta.

Bistoria Iso-Syöte

Pudasjärvi
Hiking in Syöte

Syöte Hiking Trails

Syöte
Hotel Iso-Syöte Moottorikelkkasafari

Winter Weekly Programme

Syöte
Oulujoki delta area from the air.

Gems of the Oulu River estuary

Oulu
Winter biking in Oulu.

Oulu loves biking

Oulu

Iso-Syöte Ski School: Group lessons

Syöte

Winter activities for groups

Syöte

Go Arctic activities - Arctic ice fishing experience

Oulu
Natural white sandy beach of Tauvo in Siikajoki with white

Tauvo Beach and Small-craft Harbour

Siikajoki
Luotsivahdinhuone

Historical Pilot House on Iso-Kraaseli Island

Raahe
Beach at Pikkulahti Raahe

Pikkulahti Beach and Outdoors

Raahe

Rental equipment: Skiing and snowboarding

Syöte

Quality Ice Fishing Equipment for Your Trips on Frozen Sea

Kempele

Ice fishing for perch on the frozen Bothnian Bay

Ii

Anna's Day Celebration in Old Raahe

Raahe
Sunset scenery with Nallikari lighthouse.

Nallikari Lighthouse

Oulu
Rekiretki

Snowbus Winter Excursion in Raahe Archipelago

Raahe
Winter swimmer in Tuira beach.

Splash-tastic water activities in Oulu

Oulu

Iso-Syöte Snow World

Syöte
Snowboarding in Finland

Snowboard / Ski Experience Under the Candle Trees

Syöte
Safaritalo

A hovercraft ride on frozen sea

Kalajoki
Kivikkoinen rantaviiva

Smitti Island

Raahe
Air view of the island from the daymark

Tasku Island and Guest Berth

Raahe

Rautiperä Sports Area

Pyhäjoki
Pikisaari island from air.

Wooden old town in Pikisaari Island

Oulu
Mies pilkkimässä

Father-child fishing trip at Rokua

Rokua
Clear sunshiny summer day in Raahe Archipelago

Raahe Archipelago

Raahe
Northern lights.

Restaurant Nallikari

Oulu
In a quiet Vihaslahti area yo can spot many species of birds and animals.

The Vihaslahti bird tower and nature reserve

Kalajoki
Pekkatori square in old town raahe through a window with flowers

Old Town Raahe

Raahe
Nallikari beach on sunset.

Nallikari – the Riviera of the North

Oulu
Skating on the on the frozen sea in Kempele

Tour skating or skiing at the frozen sea in Vihiluoto

Kempele
Beach of Kylmäniemi Raahe

Kylmäniemi Beach

Raahe
Hiihtokeskus Iso-Syöte lumilautailu

Winter season lift passes

Syöte
Santa's Resort&Spa Hotel Sani Kalajoki

Santa's Resort&Spa Hotel Sani

Kalajoki