Visit Kuhmo

Welcome to Kuhmo, to the birthplace of Kalevala! Kuhmo offers its visitors a unique blend of natural beauty, cultural heritage, and active leisure. Explore Kuhmo’s stunning lake landscapes and rapids, which provide excellent hiking opportunities and place for various water activities. Come discover the diverse offerings of Kuhmo and find your favorite destination!

Events

Kuhmo is also known for its international Chamber music festival, which attracts music lovers from all over the world annually. Additionally, Kuhmo Arts Centre hosts intriguing artists throughout the year.

All events here: Events in Kuhmo

Snowmobiling

Kuhmo has two freeride areas and excellent trails, read more: Snowmobiling

War History

In Kuhmo locates Winter War Museum, where events from the Winter War in Kuhmo are presented through objects, photographs, scale models, and sound effects. The area has several battle sites that can be explored, for example, on a summer guided tour. Read more: War History

Wildlife

Kuhmo is known for its vast wilderness areas and the observation of predators roaming there. Would you be interested in seeing bears or wolves? Read more: Wildlife Observation

UNESCO City of literature

Since 2019, Kuhmo has also been part of UNESCO’s Creative Cities Network – the only city of literature in Finland. In total, the network includes 42 member cities worldwide. Read more: Kuhmo City of literature

And much more! Explore our entire offering: Visit Kuhmo

The everyday holiday feeling comes from the way we live and all the opportunities Sotkamo has to offer. It stems from the beautiful nature, easily accessible services and a rich range of hobbies and culture. The municipality is especially focused on the future, which can be seen, for example, in the way it invests in the well-being of children and young people.

The everyday holiday feeling is made possible by the many jobs available in tourism and the mining, film, berry and forest industries, among other things.

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Kajaani-Oulujärvi - Incredible but true!

Kajaani is a beautiful city located on the shore of Lake Oulujärvi. The region’s four distinctly different seasons always offer new experiences around culture,  cuisine, services and life in general.

In Kajaani there are things to do and see all year round! Experience concerts by some of Finland’s top artists, as well as local cultural and festival events. Check out the events: Visit Kajaani events

See and experience the local gems
The Kajaani-Oulujärvi area invites you to enjoy your stay! Have an adventure on Ärjänsaari island, hike on hills or enjoy the city’s culture and idyllic shopping places. There is something to do and experience for everyone: active people, those who like to relax, as well as culture lovers who enjoy the ease of travel – everything is close by in Kajaani!

What would you like to see and experience? Check out the attractions and activities: Visit Kajaani see and experience

Tasty flavours
Kajaani – a city of great flavours. Kajaani has lovely cafés and restaurants. The diverse selection has everything from local delicacies to international flavours. Try a little bit of everything!

What would you like today? See the areas cafés and restaurants: Visit Kajaani eat and drink

Sleep well and wake up happy
Sleep comfortably in Finland’s northernmost manor house, spend the night in a bird house cottage on top of a hill, enjoy hotel life in the middle of the city, admire the starry sky in an igloo by Lake Oulujärvi or have a peaceful cottage vacation. Choose the accommodation of your dreams!

What would be your ideal place to stay? See the accommodation options: Visit Kajaani accommodation