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· Ukkohalla-Hyrynsalmi
Ukkohalla winter landscape cycling route 7.4 km, Ukkohalla
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Winter biking in UkkohallaPhoto: Taru Kemppainen, CC BY-ND, Outdoors Kainuu
On Ukkohalla's new multi-use trail, you can see stunning winter marsh and forest landscapes, choosing to travel either from a bicycle saddle or on snowshoes.
The Ukkohalla area is known for its snow cover and stunning scenery, and this multi-use trail offers these at their best. The route serves as a multi-use trail for cyclists and snowshoers. After the initial road section, the route sinks into beautiful winter landscapes that soothe the mind. There are no large elevation changes, allowing for a pleasant pace. The route runs through marsh and forest landscapes, with the marsh landscapes especially beautiful on sunny winter days. The start and finish points of the route are conveniently located at the base of the Ukkohalla slopes. At the base, you can also find a kota where you can enjoy your snacks.
Author’s recommendation
Pack your snacks and enjoy them in the kota located at the base of the slopes. The kota is open during the slopes’ opening hours.
Derived from the technical difficulty and the stamina requirements.
Track types
Show elevation profileSafety information
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Watch out for other cyclists and hikers.
- The route crosses the ski trail twice, beware of skiers.
Tips and suggestions
It is advisable to book mountain bikes and snowshoes in advance during the season.
Roadbook
The route starting from the Ukkohalla equipment rental initially heads along Syväjärventie past Saunamaailma and turns right about 400 meters later at the intersection under the ski bridge. Syväjärventie gently rises and the route turns left at the junction by Seija's riding stable, then turns left again. From here, the route moves onto a multi-use trail made for snowmobiles near the smoke sauna cabin. At the beginning, the route partly runs alongside ski trails amid forest landscapes. After about 2.5 km, the route intersects; choose the right track to continue through marsh landscapes. The route crosses the ski trail for the first time at around 3.2 km, after which it becomes bidirectional briefly again. At about 3.7 km, there is a junction where you turn right and take a pleasant loop through a marsh area just under a kilometer long. On the return journey, the route crosses the ski trail again at around 5 km and merges with the starting route, continuing back along the same path to the base of the slopes.
Ukkohalla grilling hut, Ukkohalla Finland
Pysäköintialue, Ukkohalla Finland
Pirttilamminsuo Swamp Area
Public transport
No public transport.Get Timetable to destination
Directions
- From the south and Kuusamo, arrive via highway 5 to Hyrynsalmi, then turn onto Puolangantie 891. Continue for 14.3 km and turn left at Väisälä village onto Hallanmaantie. Drive straight for 3 km, then turn left onto Hallanmaantie and continue straight for 1.5 km until you reach Ukkohalla center.
- From the directions of Rovaniemi and Oulu, via Puolanka, drive on main road 78 and after 6.5 km past Puolanka, turn left onto Hyrynsalmentie 891 towards Hyrynsalmi. Continue straight for 31 km and turn right at Väisälä village onto Hallanmaantie. Drive straight for 3 km, then turn left onto Hallanmaantie and continue straight for 1.5 km until arrival at Ukkohalla center.
Parking
- Free parking at Ukkohallantie 18.
Coordinates
Equipment
Mountain bikes, fatbikes, and equipment can be conveniently rented at the equipment rental located at the route's starting point.
Localization
Derived from the technical difficulty and the stamina requirements.
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