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Winter’s Delightful Tips for Travelers

In Kajaani-Oulujärvi area, there’s plenty to do, see and experience. Culture enthusiasts can enjoy concerts, memorable theater performances, and explore the exhibits in the local museums. Choose from a diverse range of activities: go skiing, snowshoeing, or ice skating. For longer excursions, book a snowmobile safari or fatbiking tour. Come and be enchanted!

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An underwater photo of children diving in Kaukavesi Aquatic Centre Pool.
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Spa getaway in Kajaani for the whole family

Enjoy a delightful spa getaway in Kajaani! Hotel Kajanus is located just by the city center. Read more

See and experience Explore the museums and theater offerings

Kajaani is known for its distinctive and high-quality cultural offerings. Here, you can indulge in performing arts and explore ever-changing exhibitions in museums throughout the year. Music, art, dance, theater, and unforgettable events – come and explore!

Explore the museums and theater offerings

Embrace The Winter Wonders Outdoors

See and experience

Arctic Sauna On Frozen Lake

Enjoy a truly unique arctic experience on the ice of Lake Oulujärvi in a sleigh sauna under millions of stars! Read more
Things to do

Arctic Giant Safaris

Arctic Giant Safaris is a safari house in the Arctic Giant, offering activities all year round. Read more
the men are fishing in the winter
Things to do

Iso-Ruuhijärvi fishing area

Iso-Ruuhijärvi is an outdoor and recreational fishing centre in Kajaani and one of Kainuu’s most popular recreational fishing destinations. Ruuhijärvi is only 14 kilometres from Kajaani. Read more
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Winter Fishing Trip to Lake Oulujärvi

We explore the secrets of winter fishing on Lake Oulujärvi. Read more
See and experience

Winter trip to Ärjänsaari island for the whole family

Ärjänsaari is worth seeing and experiencing in winter. It offers natural slopes for downhill sledding and beautiful winter lake views. Read more

NATURE AND HIKING Hiking trails invite you to the stunning beauty of nature

The varied landscape, elevation changes, and memorable landscapes beckon you to explore the Kajaani and Lake Oulujärvi area. Among the trails and hiking destinations, you will surely find an option that suits you. How about a city stroll along the Renfors trail or snowshoeing in the footsteps of giants?

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Enjoy events and concerts

Situated near the city center, the congress and cultural center Kaukametsä offers a rich and diverse array of events and music through the year!

Explore Kaukametsä events

Plenty To Do Indoors

Things to do

Bowling in Puisto

Puisto is a place for versatile activities and food in Kajaani. You can bowl, and play pool and mini golf. Pancho Villa, a restaurant located under the same roof, offers delicious food to fight hunger. Read more
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Escape room games in Kajaani

Set up your own team and see how far you’ll get! The task is to escape from the room in 60 minutes by solving different tasks requiring logical reasoning and wit. Read more
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Cinema BioRex Kajaani

The modern cinema near the Kajaani city centre was completed in 2004. Read more
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Kaukavesi Aquatics Centre

Kaukavesi Aquatics Centre offers recreation for the whole family. Relax in the hot water pool, have fast fun on the water slide or increase your fitness in the competition pool. Read more
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Play padel on an indoor court

Play padel in Kajaani all year round. Instruction is also available for beginners and more advanced padel players. Read more
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The Break – pool room

The Break is the best and only pool room in Kajaani. The pool tables are not only good but the best you can find. The quality of game (and entertainment) does not depend on equipment! Read more

Events

Catch all the events in one go! Explore our Arctic Lakeland area wide event calendar HERE

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Co-funded by the European Union

Renewing attraction to Kajaani-Oulujärvi tourism through culture -project