Archive for Hiking
Helsinki Region: Paddling in National Park
Posted on 24.07.2011
You can explore Nuuksio by canoes and hiking. We will take a taxi ca 25 kms from Helsinki to a lake in the middle of the National Park. We will paddle along four small forest lakes. In between the lakes, we carry the canoes across the land (100 – 200 m). Halfway we will light [...]
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WildTaiga: Upitrek – Hiking tour along the Finnish-Russian border
Posted on 23.02.2011
The Eastern Finnish region Kainuu is famous for its unspoiled nature. Forest, marsh districts and lakes characterize the landscape of the region, offering nature lovers unique possibilities for discovering the wilderness. Upitrek is a company specialized in unmotorised treks and other nature based program services in the Kainuu area in eastern Finland. Especially longer guided [...]
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Kymi Region: UNESCO World Heritage site Verla Mill Museum
Posted on 06.05.2010
Living in a UNESCO World Heritage site? That is possible at Verla Mill Museum in former mill worker cottages, nowadays nicely equipped for an enjoyable summer holiday. White paperboard was produced here since 1872. The museum shows the historical factory milieu of the late 19th century. It was included into the UNESCO World Heritage list [...]
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Hullu Poro: Crazy summer offer
Posted on 05.05.2010
Experiencing a couple of crazy days during summer in the North. Sounds good? Then Hotel Hullu Poro –the Crazy Reindeer- has the perfect offer for you. Also in summer the holiday region Levi welcomes its guest with stunning nature and versatile programme. Active travellers, families with children and adventures will enjoy the summery stay in [...]
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Oulu: 5 days of Air Guitar World Championships
Posted on 07.04.2010
Oulu goes crazy again on 25.-27. August 2010 when the annual Air Guitar Championships takes place in the city. Take part of the 5-day programme and get to know the city of air guitarists. Explore the Nordic surroundings of Oulu. Biking and canoeing during day time, air guitar concerts and other enterntainment during the evening. [...]
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Kymi Region: Active round trip from Helsinki
Posted on 31.03.2010
A small round trip through Kymi region and its lively cities on the shore of the Baltic Sea and Kymijoki River. Add further activities with an optional Nature or History programme and explore the peculiarities of the region. City life in Kotka, Hamina and Kouvola, the National Park Repovesi and Unesco World Heritage in Verla [...]
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Levi Panorama: Summer Activities
Posted on 18.03.2010
Enjoy pure natur, fresh air, breathtaking landscapes and beautiful bright summer days in Levi while being active. The summer week programme of Hotel Levi Panorama consists of a selection of activites. No matter if you are looking for an adventures hiking tour or a calm NordicWalking trip, you will find the right activity!
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Oulu Region: Nordic Walking tours in Rokua
Posted on 11.01.2010
Guided Nordic Walking tour for groups incl. accommodation in the Spa & Wellness Hotel Rokua. During our Nordic Walking tour we learn the correct technique, the warming up and walking with the help of a professional guide. We will walk through deep Finnish forest and along good trekking routes. The guide explains interesting things about [...]
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Oulu Region: Guided Birdwatching in Liminganlahti
Posted on 09.11.2009
The Liminganlahti Bay is located only 30 minutes from the Oulu with the atmosphere of an almost untouched wilderness. It offers the best opportunities for bird watching in Finland. The Liminganlahti Bay is Finland’s most valuable wetland area, where birds nest and stop to rest. Bird watching in the area is easy, thanks to several [...]
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KuusamoLapland: Oulanka National Park in National Geographic
Posted on 13.07.2009
According to statistics, Oulanka National Park in the region of Kuusamo-Lapland is the most international national park of Finland. Now it was highlighted in the June edition of National Geographic. The worldwide known magazine with a circulation of 9 million issued a 16-pages article with facts as well as impressive photos of Oulanka National Park [...]





