There are two things you can’t miss on your road trip on the Pohjola route: everyone’s love for the arctic waters and – bicycles.
Things that make your heart beat faster
In the Oulu area, the locals ride their bikes all year round, and many own more than one to fully enjoy the magnificently kept routes both in the urban areas and nature destinations.
Besides biking, you can ride high on a wakeboard or go exploring the myriad of islands, rivers, seashores and lakes in a kayak, boat or on a SUP board.
For extra adrenaline, climb the treetops in an adventure park. To finish your day sweating it out, go swimming in the crystal clear northern waters – a memorable experience in its own right.
Water fun in the city
Start or finish your road trip with an adrenaline rush available right at the centre of Oulu. A short walk from the Market square with views over islands, bridges and fishing boats, there’s a waterpark that will lift you up on a wakeboard over jumps, obstacles and sliders.
For a little less speed, rent a kayak or SUP board and go on a guided trip or adventure on your own. The river delta is worth exploring for its lush, green trees, wild birds and amazing views of the city and sea.
Adventure away in the amazing arctic archipelago
Make your way south and make a pit stop in Raahe. In this little seaside town, you can access the arctic archipelago right from the town centre, on a kayak!
Or hop on a cruise boat at the museum pier. On the cruise, sunbathe on the sandy beaches of desert islands, spot sheep grazing away or sea eagles and grey seals minding their business on a northern summer day that never ends. Take a fishing trip to catch your own dinner, or fill your mouth with wild strawberries.
Ride on and above the sand dunes
To visit a famous and popular seaside destination, make your way further south to Kalajoki. Among the many wonders of this seaside resort are its nature trails that run along the river and pristine forests, as well as wide duckboards along the never-ending sandy beach. This place is magical – ask the Finns who keep coming back year after year.
So ride a bike to the sunset – or rather, into the midnight sunshine – or choose the water element. Rent your gear from the beach and go on a standup paddleboard fishing excursion or head out windsurfing. For those aiming higher, there’s an adventure park built in the treetops with a zip line slide over the sand dunes!
The Pohjola route makes your heart beat a little faster on land, sea or sky!
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Hot Air Balloon Flight for group 4-12pax
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Children’s Traffic Park
Raahe
The Captain’s Sauna – an Unforgettable Experience at The Trade House of Lang
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Spirits of Hearth and Home - Tonttu in Finnish Folklore
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Job Shadowing in a School or Kindergarten
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Corporate Team Sailing – Guided Sail Training Experience
Raahe
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OTAXI VIP for Premium Taxi Wishes
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Mon Chou - French Pastry Shop
Oulu
Villa Sinipursi 9 Seaside Two-room Apartment
Raahe
Tuba Food & Lounge
Oulu
Zivago
Oulu
Cafe Magnolia Coffee & Bakery
Oulu
Fatbike Tour in Oulu
Oulu
Relaxing 2 Persons Floating in same Floating Pod
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Minivan Trip to Turkansaari Open Air Museum
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Restaurant and winebar VENN
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Lappis Water Park Oulu
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Europcar Car Rental | Oulu Airport
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Lake side Cottage Villa Wuotanka
Oulu
Raahe Kebab Grill
Raahe
Lumijärvi Beach
Raahe
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Guided Tours in Raahe
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The Five Senses of Christmas - A Delicious Storytelling Evening
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Go Arctic activities - Northern Lights
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Oulu
Raahe Archipelago Cruises
Raahe
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Oulu
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Olkijoki Beach
Raahe
Kuntokeidas Vesipekka Indoor Swimming and Sport Centre
Raahe
Midnight sun golf
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Paddling on the Oulujoki river delta and at sea
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Liisa & Moss Wonderland
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Raahe
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Raahe
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Stone Age race of tribes
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Bay of Bothnia by SUP (Stand Up Paddling) in Oulu
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Ghosts and Curiosities Walking Tour in the Old Town Raahe
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Ancient survival skills: Archery
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Oulu
Surprise Menu; a tribute to the diverse nature of the North
Oulu
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Oulu
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Oulu's Original Taxi - OTAXI
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A day in the Stone Age
Oulu
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45 Special
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Oulu Cultural Bike Tour (public)
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Oulu
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Nature-based recreation days for work communities (Sanginjoki, Rokua) - Naturest Oy
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Oulu
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Voltti´s Music Quiz, Oulu
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Restaurant Toripolliisi, Authentic and Local food
Oulu
Riding treks with charming Icelandic Horses in Oulu!
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Mustan Sauna and Winter Swimming Experience
Raahe
Restaurant La Sinfonia
Oulu
Winter Forest Adventure in the Dark
Oulu
Amarillo Restaurant Oulu
Oulu
Aurora Hunting Safari in Oulu (private)
Oulu
Joku Paikallinen Pubi | Local pub for darts & karaoke in Tuira, Oulu
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Oulu
Hotel Raahen Hovi
Raahe
Bistoria Patio
Oulu
Café Kaari
Oulu
Rusko Bike Park
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Raahe
Restaurant Raahen Hovi
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Night at Reenis
Oulu
Island Hopping at Raahe Archipelago
Raahe
De Gamlas Hem Restaurant
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Go Arctic group activities - Inhouse Derby
Oulu
De Gamlas Hem Hotel
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Oulu Climbing Center
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Pampering Relaxation (1-2 persons)
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Oulu
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Oulu
A Unique Cafe Huvila in Oulu
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Adventure Game: Live the Nature
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Coffee House Café
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Järvelänjärvi Grill-Café
Raahe
Go Arctic - Guided bus tours in Oulu and neighbouring municipalities
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Historical Pilot House on Iso-Kraaseli Island
Raahe
Kylmäniemi Beach
Raahe
Exit Oulu Escape Rooms
Oulu
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Oulu Cultural Bike Tour Spring
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Original Sokos Hotel Arina, Oulu
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Mini-golf course
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Minivan Trip to Koiteli Rapids
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Rosso Restaurant Valkea
Oulu
Private booking at Reenis
Oulu
Lampinsaari Camping
Raahe
Oulu Delta SUP Boarding Safari (Private)
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The Trade House of Lang, Unique Historic Hotel Experience in the Heart of the Raahe Old Town
Raahe
Bronze-casting course
Raahe
Cafe Tunnelmatupa in Koiteli
Oulu
Sauna Experience
Oulu
Ancient survival skills: Red ochre painting
Oulu
Minivan Trip to Hailuoto
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Pancho Villa Raahe
Raahe
Go Arctic Events - Dinner with the ghosts of Oulu
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Autumn Colors Tour in Oulu (private)
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Villa Sinipursi 1 Studio Apartment in Old Raahe
Raahe
Float 60min
Oulu
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Oulu
SuperPark Oulu
Oulu
Experience Life at Trade House of Lang
Raahe
Radisson Blu Hotel Oulu
Oulu
Private meeting with Santa Claus
Oulu
Sauna ticket for public sauna
Oulu
Restaurant Mallassauna
Oulu
Kiikku Garden Grill / Moonlight BBQ
Oulu
Kirkkojärvi Beach
Raahe
Wine Bar Kurkela
Oulu
Winter cycling by fatbikes at Oulu
Oulu
Oulu Delta Kayaking Safari (Private)
Oulu
Go fishing in Oulu around the year
Oulu
CakePop Accommodation
Raahe
PikePadel outdoor padelcourts
Oulu
Hop On - Hop Off Cruise in Raahe Archipelago
Raahe
Oula Kitchen & Bar
Oulu
Ravintolamaailma Linnanmaa
Oulu
Forest Nature School in Sanginjoki - Naturest Oy
Oulu
Ravintola Sarkka
Oulu
Trade House of Lang 19th Century Style Cafe and Restaurant at the Old Town Raahe
Raahe
Sopalle Lunch Restaurant
Raahe
Go Arctic activities - Air guitar workshop or Air guitar show
Oulu
Himmeli workshop – Raahen Taitopaja
Raahe
Lainesauna saunaboat rental at the port Mon-Thu
Oulu
Lapland Hotels Oulu
Oulu
Kierikki: Guided tours
Oulu
Bay of Bothnia by Kayak in Oulu
Oulu
Guided Walking Tours in Oulu
Oulu
Ancient survival skills: Stone grinding
Oulu
Restaurant Nallikari
Oulu
Sightseeing Bus Tour (in Finnish)
Oulu
Ravintolamaailma Limingantulli
Oulu
Breakfast & Private Restaurant Veranta
Oulu
SIXT Rent a Car | Oulu Airport
Oulu
Kindergarten Visit
Oulu
Restaurant Indian Cuisine
Oulu
Splash-tastic water activities in Oulu
Oulu
Avis Car Rental in Oulu
Oulu
Oulu Delta Kayaking Safari
Oulu
Nature Cafe Loppula at Sanginjoki
Oulu
Hirsilampi apartments
Oulu
Puistola Cafe & Bakery
Oulu
GreenStar Hotel Oulu
Oulu
Local Taxi Services in Kempele
Oulu
Oulu Tourist Information
Oulu
Scandic Oulu City
Oulu
Go Arctic group activities - Koiteli Team Path
Oulu
Day Trip to Hailuoto Island (private)
Oulu
Nature Power from a forest in Sanginjoki - Naturest Oy
Oulu
Relaxing Floating in Floating Pod
Oulu
Oulu Delta Kayaking Safari (public)
Oulu
ChocoSomnia Factory Tour & Tasting
Oulu
Public sauna experience
Oulu
Amusement Park Vauhtipuisto
Oulu
Go Arctic activities - Stories from Oulu
Oulu
Go Arctic activities - Rubber raft polo game
Oulu
Oulu Cultural Bike Tour Summer
Oulu
Go Arctic - Guided walking tours in Oulu and in Oulu area
Oulu
Go Arctic activities - Archery Competition
Oulu
Raahe | Hertz Car Rental
Raahe
Go Arctic group activities - The Head of Tribe
Oulu
Ancient survival skills: Canoeing
Oulu
Cafe Hanna
Oulu
Charter buses and private transportation services in Oulu region
Oulu
Visit to the Home of Huskies
Oulu
Go Arctic Events - Theme parties
Oulu
Northern Finland food experience
Oulu
Guided Bike Tour from Nallikari to Oulu City Center
Oulu
Go Arctic activities - Canoeing trip at river Oulujoki or Kiiminkijoki
Oulu
Puistokahvila Makia Cafe
Oulu