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Seipiniemen Sujaus multipurpose trail 6 km, Hossa Finland

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    Experience the magical scenery of Hossa National Park. Try out snowshoeing or fatbiking on this easy multipurpose trail and enjoy a fun family outing while taking in stunning views. 
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    Distance 6.3 km
    2:30 h
    22 m
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    236 m
    219 m
    Snowshoeing on the Seipiniemen Sujaus track forms the perfect family trip. This easy track provides people of all skill levels the possibility to enjoy snowshoeing in the peaceful nature of Hossa National Park. The track is a multipurpose trail - feel free to try cross country skiing, fatbiking or winter hiking next to snowhoeing. This route introduces the most typical nature of the national park. The journey begins with crossing a frozen lake and dives into the snow covered forest with its small hills and ponds. At the end of the track, you can enjoy sceneries of lake Öllöri from the top of the ridge that continues almost through the whole park. You can make your excursiin even more exciting by going off the beaten track to experience snowshoeing in thick, deep snow. Have a break at the campfire site and enjoy the beautiful view over the frozen lake. The track is easy to follow and recommended to rotate counter-clockwise.  

    Author’s recommendation

    Make a fire and take your time to enjoy grillimakkara, a traditional Finnish sausage. A typical Finnish experience; not to miss! 

     
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    Safety information

    • Weather conditions can affect the difficulty level of the route. Especially the ice situation on the lakes and new and soft snow can make the route more demanding. 
    • The route is groomed once a week. Check the condition of the route with local companies.
    • Please take other users of this multi-purpose track into account.
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    Tips and suggestions

    At the starting point, Hossa Visitor Centre, you can enjoy the delicacies at the café. Please check the opening hours.

     

    Roadbook

    From the Hossa Visitors Centre, follow the trail that passes the playground. You will walk towards the lake Öllöri and then cross it. There are poles marking the way on the lake. After half a kilometer the trail leads into the forest and continues for a few hundred meters before reaching an intersection. When walking counter-clockwise, turn right at the intersection and continue for one kilometer to the Seipiniemi lean-to. After the campfire site the track continues in forest area for approx. three kilometers and then reaches the ridge. From the ridge, the route turns to the left and back towards the starting point. After one kilometer turn right at the crossroad and you will end up at the visitor centre. 
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    Public transport

    Information on public transport to Hossa National Park can be found at: https://www.nationalparks.fi/en/hossavisitorcentre/visit .

    More information can be found at: https://www.matkahuolto.fi/en .

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    Directions

     Hossa National Park Nature Center

    By car

    •  From the south, drive along road no. 5 (E63) from Ämmänsaari (in Suomussalmi) to the north for about 70 km and you will arrive at Peranka, where you must turn right (onto road no. 9190). Drive for 25 km, whereafter the road joins Hossantie Road (no. 843). Turn left and drive north, bypassing the village of Hossa, a total of 8 km. Following the signposts, turn left onto Jatkonsalmentie Road. The distance from the crossroads to the visitor centre is about 700 meters.
    • From the north, drive along road no. 5 (E63) from Kuusamo to the south for about 70 km to Peranka, from which point follow the same directions to the visitor centre as given above.

    Parking

    free parking place, Jatkonsalmentie 6, 89920 Suomussalmi.  

    Coordinates

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    65.467920, 29.517324
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    65°28'04.5"N 29°31'02.4"E
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    35W 616603 7262935
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    Get there by train, car, bike, or on foot!

    Book recommendation by the author

    For more information about Hossa National Park, visit https://www.nationalparks.fi/en/hossa. 

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    Equipment

    • On this trail, you can cycle, snowshoe, ski or walk.

    • Businesses in the area rent fat bikes, snowshoes, and gliding snowshoes.

    • Bring your own snacks and enjoy the nature of Hossa National Park.

    • What to pack hints

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    Distance
    6.3 km
    Duration
    2:30 h
    Ascent
    22 m
    Descent
    22 m
    Highest point
    236 m
    Lowest point
    219 m
    Round trip Scenic Family-friendly Forest

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