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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Fatbike Safari, Nallikari Oulu

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PikePadel outdoor padelcourts

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The Bronze-casting Work Demonstration

Trade House of Lang 19th Century Style Cafe and Restaurant at the Raahe Old Town

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Bay of Bothnia by Kayak in Oulu

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Sopalle Fish Restaurant and Cafe

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Oulu Quickly Walking Tour

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Lampinsaari Camping

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Oulu Climbing Center

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SuperPark Oulu

Relaxing Floating in Floating Pod

Himmeli workshop – Raahen Taitopaja

Rosso Restaurant Valkea

Spirits of Hearth and Home - Tonttu in Finnish Folklore

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Koivuranta Sauna Boat Cruise

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Relaxing 2 Persons Floating in same Floating Pod

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Kirkkojärvi Beach

Breakfast by the sea

Winter cycling by fatbikes at Oulu

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Koivuranta Floating Cafe

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Kylmäniemi Beach

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Lumijärvi Beach

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Pampering Relaxation (1-2 persons)

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Study Visit & Job Shadowing in Vocational Special Needs Education and Training in Oulu

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Tent site in Nallikari Holiday Village, Oulu

Experience the wonders of the Finnish nature

Pikkulahti Beach

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Kayak rental at Raahe

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Kierikki: Guided tours

Go Arctic group activities - The Head of Tribe

The reflecting pools of Oulu

Restaurant Nallikari

Best Western Hotel Apollo, Oulu

Raahe Theatre

Ravintolamaailma Linnanmaa

Minivan Trip to Koiteli Rapids

Cine Cafè Sofia

GreenStar Hotel Oulu

Koiteli Residenssi accommodation villa

Guided Walking Tours in Oulu

Frans&Camille Bistro

Restaurant Harald

Go Arctic Events - Theme parties

Rock The City Oulu

A Unique Cafe Huvila in Oulu

Sightseeing helicopter flight in the Oulu area

Restaurant Hugo

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De Gamlas Hem Hotel

Private event: Wine and Fashion

Canoe rental at Raahe

Go Arctic - Guided walking tours in Oulu and in Oulu area

Bistoria Patio

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Sokeri-Jussin Kievari Restaurant

Olkijoki Beach

Villa Sinipursi 9 Seaside Two-room Apartment

Guided Bike Tour from Nallikari to Oulu City Center

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Puistokahvila Makia Cafe

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Kuntokeidas Vesipekka Indoor Swimming and Sport Centre

Go Arctic group activities - Traditional games

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ChocoTasting

Ancient survival skills: Canoeing

Children’s Traffic Park

Breakfast & Private Restaurant Veranta

Trade House of Lang Unique Historic Hotel Experience in the Heart of the Raahe Old Town

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