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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Aurora Revelare NOW!
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Rent a bike from Tourist Info!
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Find Your Way in the Finnish Forest – Basics of Orienteering by Naturest
MajoitusYkkönen
Siipiweikot Oulu
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Bay of Bothnia by Kayak in Oulu
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Radisson Blu Hotel Oulu
Guided Walking Tour in the Old Town Raahe
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Ancient survival skills: Canoeing
Grill it! Oulu
Aurora Hunting Safari in Oulu (private)
Lake side Cottage Villa Wuotanka
Himmeli workshop – Raahen Taitopaja
Private sauna experience at Olosauna
Catharina´s Cellar Willa Katariina in Old Town Raahe
Oulu Cultural Bike Tour (private)
OuluHostel AlliMaria
Tricksy Pixies - A Delicious Fairytale Adventure
Nallikari Aalto Apartment Hotel
Restaurant Toripolliisi, Authentic and Local food
Olkijoki Beach
Ancient survival skills: Archery
Cafe Magnolia Coffee & Bakery
De Gamlas Hem Hotel
Winter cycling by fatbikes at Oulu
Relaxing Floating in Floating Pod
Accomodation in Vihanti with the Local Heritage Society
Pohjolan Matka Charter Coaches Oulu
Breakfast by the sea
Kindergarten Visit
Café Kaari
Oula Kitchen & Bar
Puistokahvila Makia Cafe
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Kuntokeidas Vesipekka Indoor Swimming and Sport Centre
Guided fishing trip
Oulu Reindeers & Christmas Trees (public)
Airport Taxi Service in Oulu
Bronze-casting course
Sauna Experience
Pure maku
Visit to the Home of Huskies
Nature Resort Linnunrata / Sauna cabin
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A day in the Stone Age
PikePadel outdoor padelcourts
Tuba Food & Lounge
Go Arctic Events - Theme parties
The reflecting pools of Oulu
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Raahe Archipelago Cruises
Bistro, Hotel Lasaretti
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Oulu's Original Taxi - OTAXI
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Children’s Traffic Park
Paintball
Katariina´s Chambers Willa Katariina in Old Town Raahe
Mon Chou - French Pastry Shop
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Sauna ticket for public sauna
Archipelago Sailing Trips in Raahe – S/Y Raahen Fiia
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The Bronze-casting Work Demonstration
Oulu Climbing Center
Kirkkojärvi Beach
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Rock The City Oulu - Adventure Game
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Autumn Colors Tour in Oulu (private)
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Oulu City Central | Hertz Car Rental
Stone Age race of tribes
Lapland Hotels Oulu
Mikonkari Beach
Private event: Wine and Fashion
The Trade House of Lang, Unique Historic Hotel Experience in the Heart of the Raahe Old Town
Classic Pizza Restaurant - carefully crafted premium-quality pizzas
Hailong Chinese Restaurant
Experience Life at Trade House of Lang
Hietasaaren Seelari
Tent site in Nallikari Holiday Village, Oulu
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Island Hopping at Raahe Archipelago
Hot Air Balloon Flight for group 4-12pax
SIXT Rent a Car | Oulu Airport
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Minivan Trip to Hailuoto
Pancho Villa Raahe
Oulu Culinary Experience
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Ravintola Sarkka
Rusko Bike Park
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Villa Sinipursi 9 Seaside Two-room Apartment
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Rowing Boat Experience
Voltti´s Music Quiz, Oulu
Relaxing 2 Persons Floating in same Floating Pod
Gunnarin Kartano´s apartments and hostel rooms in Lampinsaari, Raahe
Järvelänjärvi Grill-Café
La Sinfonia Wine Tasting
Expert Session / Workshop on Education
Summer fun for kids at the Trade House of Lang
Minivan Trip to Turkansaari Open Air Museum
Villa Sinipursi 3 Studio Apartment in Old Raahe
Kylmäniemi Beach
Restaurant Mallassauna
Villa Sinipursi 1 Studio Apartment in Old Raahe
Kallen Pizzat
Europcar Car Rental | Oulu Airport
SuperPark Oulu
Coffee House Café
Guided Sail Training Experience for Groups and Teams
Go Arctic activities - Guided tour in Oulu by bike
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Restaurant Ule
Restaurant and winebar VENN
Oulun Torisauna
Adventure Game: Live the Nature
Oulu Delta Kayaking Safari
Zivago
Oulu Tourist Information
The Captain’s Sauna – an Unforgettable Experience at The Trade House of Lang
Oulu Zipline
City Bikes
Restaurant Raahen Hovi
Traditional Holiday Cottages in Nallikari, Oulu
Rosso Restaurant Valkea
Paddling on the Oulujoki river delta and at sea
Breakfast & Private Restaurant Veranta
Arctic Edu-Tech - Workshops and experiences in Oulu area
Sopalle Lunch Restaurant
Arctic Northern Lights Camp (private)
Joku Paikallinen Pubi | Local pub for darts & karaoke in Tuira, Oulu
Minute Challenge Team Activity -Oulu
Oulu Delta Kayaking Safari (Private)
Go Arctic activities - Archery Competition
Amusement Park Vauhtipuisto
Budget Hotel Raahe, in North Ostrobothnia
Cafe Krypta
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Ancient survival skills: Stone grinding
Löylykontti Tuira
Go Arctic activities - Stories from Oulu
Oulu Delta Kayaking Safari (public)
Northern Finland food experience
OTAXI VIP for Premium Taxi Wishes
ChocoTasting
Restaurant Hugo
Oulu Quickly Walking Tour
Oulu Cultural Bike Tour Spring
Liisa & Moss Wonderland
Cafe Ruiskuhuone
Sanginjoki Forest Flavours Experience - berries and mushrooms picking or wildherb foraging by Naturest
Surprise Menu; a tribute to the diverse nature of the North
Varikko Brewery Restaurant
Go Arctic - Events Services
Oulu Delta SUP Boarding Safari (Private)
Lampinsaari Camping
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Go Arctic activities - Northern Lights
Cafe Tunnelmatupa in Koiteli
Hop On - Hop Off Cruise in Raahe Archipelago
Exit Oulu Escape Rooms
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Deluxe Poiju Villas by the Sea in Nallikari, Oulu
GreenStar Hotel Oulu
Hirsilampi apartments
Team Activity: Voltti's Games Oulu
Job Shadowing in a School or Kindergarten
Spirits of Hearth and Home - Tonttu in Finnish Folklore
Oulu Cultural Bike Tour Autumn
Cine Cafè Sofia
Scandic Oulu Station
Lainesauna saunaboat rental at the port Mon-Thu
Europcar Car Rental | Oulu City
Best Western Hotel Apollo, Oulu
Single ticket to Reenis creative gym
Splash-tastic water activities in Oulu
Farm Olympics - Team Racing Oulu
Experience the wonders of the Finnish nature
Restaurant La Sinfonia
City Train Potnapekka
Kierikki: Guided tours
Pikkulahti Beach
Float 60min
Fatbike Tour in Oulu
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SuperPark Restaurant
Scandic Oulu City
Ravintolamaailma Limingantulli
Kurkela Lounge & Dine
Cafe / Bar KIIKKU
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Go Arctic group activities - Inhouse Derby
Bothnia Cafe & Wine
Ravintolamaailma Linnanmaa
Path of roses
Go Arctic activities - City canoeing day or night
Private booking at Reenis
Mallaskellari - Cozy craft beer pub at Rotuaari
Guided Bike Tour from Nallikari to Oulu City Center
Cafe Hanna
Accommodation in Iso-Kraaseli
Lumijärvi Beach
Go Arctic - Guided walking tours in Oulu and in Oulu area
Fuchka
Charter buses and private transportation services in Oulu region
Mini-golf course
Ghosts and Curiosities Walking Tour in the Old Town Raahe
Oulu Cultural Bike Tour Summer
Varikko Taproom & Terrace
Guided Walking Tours in Oulu
1bar – Casual cocktail bar in the heart of Oulu
Raahe Theatre
Kiikku Garden Grill / Moonlight BBQ
Restaurant Oulun Golf
Historical Pilot House on Iso-Kraaseli Island
Raahe | Hertz Car Rental
Wanhakulma Guesthouse in Old Town Raahe
Riding treks with charming Icelandic Horses in Oulu!
Bay of Bothnia by SUP (Stand Up Paddling) in Oulu
Public sauna experience at Olosauna with locals
Night at Reenis