The Lentua lake in Kuhmo: a fantastic canoeing and skiing destination
What is Lentua? Lentua is a large lake located in Kuhmo. Most of the lake is protected and is part of the Friendship Park. The lake’s islands has many lean-tos and campfire sites. The most famous break place, Lehtosaari island also features a wilderness hut and...
In Elimyssalo, you’ll discover the wilderness life of the border region – but how’s the hiking when beavers have changed the water levels in the area?
What is Elimyssalo? Elimyssalo Nature Reserve is located in eastern Kuhmo and is part of the Friendship Park. You can admire bogs decorated with mysterious looking dead trees, ancient spruce forests and wilderness farms. Elimyssalo is not a well-known hiking...
Swimming spots for every taste – Introducing the best beaches in Kuhmo
Looking for a swimming spot in Kuhmo? You have plenty of options, as the area boasts a whopping 1438 lakes! Whether you fancy swimming right in the city center amidst amenities or prefer a wilderness beach with nobody else around, both are possible! Swimming spots in...
The Northern Lights can be spotted surprisingly often in the area of Kainuu Arctic Lakeland – Aurora hunter’s guide for seeing the lights
Are you having a holiday somewhere in Kainuu, like Kajaani, Vuokatti, Kuhmo, Paljakka or Ukkohalla, and you are wondering, how to see the Northern Lights? Read this article written by a local Aurora hunter to get some tips! Founder of Koe Kainuu Adventures, Kerttu is...
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