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Karoliina Kaski2024-12-30 09:00:472026-01-07 08:14:04An Easy and Stunning Snowshoeing Trail on Koli’s Peaks in Eastern FinlandKoli National Park
Lieksa, Joensuu and Kontiolahti
North Karelia, Eastern Finland
Koli is a sacred place, home of mighty spirits
The Mighty Koli has been regarded as a sacred area in which the mighty spirits lived. As the area was feared for its powerful spirits, it was inhabited only in the mid 18th century, almost two hundred years later than the surrounding areas. The landscapes in the area are unmatched and thus impressed upon numerous hikers. The Tourist attraction of the area aroused in the late 19th century. It seems that the tradition where a coin will be dropped into an ancient sacrificial crack was also originated around that time.
On the slopes of Koli you will find the longest valley in Finland, ten other famous caves, waterfalls, devils, boulders and a ridge running in the lake of Pielinen, which is visible on the northern side of the lake in form of line of beautiful narrow islands. So, theretrail‘s sights and adventures for a long time.
Come as Our Guest to Koli National Park!
At the Koli Nature Center Ukko, the staff of Finland, Naturally Experiences Koli serves you in many ways! A wide range of guided tours and other program services are available throughout the year.
In Ukko Shop, you can find various souvenirs, national park products, and hiking gear. The shop also houses a year-round equipment rental and hiking information service. Finland, Naturally Experiences rents out Ukko’s meeting and conference spaces for events tailored to your needs.
At Koli Nature Center Ukko, you can also explore various exhibitions and enjoy the services of Café Eväsretket.
See you in the national landscapes!
ARRIVAL AND STAY IN KOLI
In order to enjoy the best Koli has to offer, you should book a cottage. There is nothing better than relax on a soft bed after full day of adventures.
Find and book your cabin from Koli >>
The closest Bus stop locates in 9 km from Koli. However, it is easy to get to Koli with your own car or by carpooling.
PATHS AND ROUTES
First time at Koli?
For the first time visitors an absolute must-see is the iconic scenery from the top of Ukko-Koli. It is only 0.8 km hike to the top, and the nearby observation deck can also be accessed with the prams. However, Koli National Park offers a lot more. You can hike the Herajärvi Round, which is 30 or 60 kilometers depending on your preferences. The National Park is full of trail options for both in summer and winter.
Paths for the walker
- Route to Ukko- and Akka-Koli both takes only 0.8km in one direction. Both trails starts from the Nature Center are partially accessible with prams.
- Paha-Koli 1.2km in one direction
- Top tour is a 1.4km long circle trail. An easy-going classical trail in Koli’s most iconic scenery. Starts from the Visitor Center.
- Kolinuurros is 3.5 km long circle trail. A Demanding but a spectacular trail with high altitudes.
Explore Koli in winter
- Trail of the Koli peaks are 3 and 7 km circle ski trails in winter scenery.
- Snow-Shoeing: The snowshoe route of the highest point, 1.5 km, runs with the peaks of Ukko, Akka and Paha-Koli.
- Walk: Trail to the top of Ukko-Koli is 400m and starts from the radiotower
- Ski: Koli’s ski slopes are located near high peaks. Along with the slopes there are plenty of services for the traveler.
- Snow mobile: The snowmobile route passes through Koli village to Pielinen, which continues to the Juuka, Nurmes, Lieksa and Joensuu. In the national park, snowmobiling is prohibited, including in the islands of the park.
Our stories from Koli
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Caj Koskinen2017-01-22 08:59:332023-09-14 13:34:30Winter fairy tale land – KoliFinland, Naturally Experiences Koli organizes guided tours throughout the year.
Our skilled and experienced wilderness and nature guides lead visitors of Koli to the most spectacular views of the national landscape, deep into the mysteries of ancient mythology, to experience the solid surface of the bedrock, enjoy forest baths, and get acquainted through stories with everything that the nature of North Karelia has to offer. We also organize tours in other areas such as Tiilikkajärvi and Patvinsuo National Parks.
Program Services in Koli
Our program services offer a deeper insight into Koli. At the Nature Center Ukko, we provide expert program services both indoors and outdoors!
An exhibition tour is an excellent choice for an informative indoor program and is suitable for large groups as well. The tours are always tailored in an inspiring way for the customer. We guide both domestic and international travelers, as well as student and university groups.
Need equipment? We’ll rent it to you!
At our Koli rental shop, you’ll find a comprehensive selection including snowshoes, sliding snowshoes, poles, anti-slip grips, tour skates, tents and hammocks, child carrier backpacks, winter clothing, sleeping bags, sleeping mats, camping stoves, and much more!
The rental service operates within the opening hours of Koli Nature Center Ukko. Feel free to explore our range and find the perfect products for unforgettable nature experiences!
For more information, ask: [email protected]
Get the Best Tips for All Your Trips!
The Finland, Naturally Experiences Koli team offers expert hiking advice at Koli Nature Center Ukko. We also provide customer service for a much wider area than just Koli, including many different national parks such as Repovesi, Tiilikkajärvi and Patvinsuo!
Feel free to turn to us when you are hiking in Koli and Eastern Finland – it’s always worth asking for our best current hiking tips, or just come by to say hi and share your own hiking experiences.
Finland, Naturally Experiences Koli
Koli Nature Center Ukko
Ylä-Kolintie 39, 83960 Koli
Hiking Information, Ukko Shop, Guided Tours
+35840 773 2442
[email protected]
Room Reservations, Events and Guided Tours
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