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Arctic Giant Safaris

Arctic Giant Safaris is a safari house in the Arctic Giant, offering activities all year round. Read more
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Arctic sleigh sauna on the ice of Lake Oulujärvi

Enjoy a truly unique arctic experience on the ice of Lake Oulujärvi in a sleigh sauna under millions of stars! Read more
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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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Children’s traffic park

The Kajaani Traffic Park is intended for all children under the age of 10. 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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Day trip to the fabulous Ärjänsaari island

Spend a summer’s day on Ärjänsaari, known as a little island paradise. Ärjä island’s magnificent sandy beaches, tall sand banks and pine barren landscape ensure an unforgettable experience. Read more
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Equipment rental at Lake Oulujärvi

Equipment for a variety of activities on water and land is available for rent for those interested in exploring the area on their own. 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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Evening cruise to Lake Oulujärvi

Finland’s northernmost steamship, S/S Kouta, cruises along the River Kajaaninjoki to the open Paltaselkä stretch in the historical and beautiful landscapes of Lake Oulujärvi. Read more
the men are fishing in the winter
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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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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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Kayaking 101 on Ärjänselkä, Lake Oulujärvi

Are you dreaming of kayaking, but never dared or had an opportunity to try it? We have a solution for you! Read more
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Kayaking around Ärjänsaari island

See and experience what the paradise island of Oulujärvi looks like from the lake. Read more
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Kesäniemi beach

The Kesäniemi beach has a beach volley court, a dock, 3- and 5-metre diving towers, changing rooms and a toilet. Read more
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Melontakeskus kayaking centre

Lake Oulujärvi is calling! The Melontakeskus kayaking centre owned by the municipality of Paltamo is run by Oulujärvi Melojat ry, an association responsible for maintaining the centre. Read more
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Paltamo Golf

Golf, ProShop, Accommodation, Caravan, Restaurant, Golf, Sport – Enjoy recreation at the golf course of Paltamo Golf with high-quality services and activities. Read more
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Paltaniemi beach

Spend the day on the beach! The Paltaniemi beach is popular among city dwellers and Paltaniemi village residents. Next to the beach is a boat harbour. Read more
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Play padel in an outdoor court

Two outdoor padel courts, a shop and rental equipment located near the centre of Kajaani and close to a pond in the sports park. Padel instruction is available. 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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Rent an eFatbike from the Arctic Giant

Follow the footsteps of giants on the saddle of an eFatbike! Read more
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Sauna and outdoor hot tub in Kotolinna

Enjoy the heat of the sauna and an outdoor hot tub in Kotolinna in the beautiful landscapes of river Kiehimänjoki! Read more
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Sauna experience on Ärjänsaari

Live like a lord in Vierasniemi on the Ärjänsaari island! Read more
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Sauna raft on the Kajaaninjoki River

The Urkki sauna raft sailing on the Kajaaninjoki river offers a unique experience of bathing in the sauna while enjoying good food and refreshments and the magnificent scenery of Kajaani. Read more
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Scenic cruise to Kajaaninjoki

Enjoy the wonderful landscape of the River Kajaaninjoki and a summer’s day on an authentic steamship. Read more
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Sports equipment available for rent in Paltamo

Kotomo rents exercise and hiking equipment for both relaxed and adventurous activities! Read more
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Steamship to Ärjänsaari

Experience the magnificent Ärjänsaari island on a steam boat cruise from the centre of Kajaani. Read more
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The Elias sauna along the river Kajaaninjoki

Elias is a beautiful beach sauna that guides its guests from the gentle heat of sauna to spend time at the river Kajaaninjoki. Read more
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Vuottolahti natural skating trail on the frozen surface of Lake Oulujärvi

The Vuottolahti skating trail is suitable for people of all ages, providing excellent conditions for spending a winter day with the whole family. Furry companions are also welcome. Read more
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Winter Fishing Trip to Lake Oulujärvi

We explore the secrets of winter fishing on the vast frozen expanse of Ärjänselkä, located on Lake Oulujärvi. Read more
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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