Out of the ordinary Hyrynsalmi-Suomussalmi
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Hyrynsalmi-Suomussalmi Out of the ordinary
The local identity is based on the silence and the tranquility of the surrounding nature as well as the rich cultural heritage. This unique lifestyle is a combination of activities and events that root deeply in the local nature. The nature with its special features and creatures is omnipresent. The mental landscape of the local people is well adapted to day following night, the ever-light summer days following the lightless winter days and the at times abrupt transformation of seasons in between. No point rushing. But once they are set about for accomplishing something, nothing will stop them. No effort spared whether it is an invincible enemy at war or an amateur summer theatre play. The everyday lives of the people are still very much paced by the seasonal harvest of fish, berries and game. Sauna is also an integral part of life in this corner of the world. This every day necessity has created a sauna culture that is unique in its diversity and traditions. If you are not familiar with sauna bathing, do not hesitate to ask your host for advice.
Hyrynsalmi-Suomussalmi panoramas
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This is Hyrynsalmi-Suomussalmi in the heart of Kainuu Region. Culture in nature since prehistoric times. Welcome! 3
HYRYNSALMI Swamp Soccer Capital of the World
Facts about Hyrynsalmi
The beautiful ancient forests and high hills of Hyrynsalmi have been
• Hyrynsalmi is the
inhabited for thousands of years. Apart from the Stone Age findings, many military remnants have been found in the area. In the era of wooden merchant fleets, tar distillation was an important source of income for local people. Original tar burning pits can still be discovered in the forests. Hyrynsalmi of today is best known as the World Capital of Swamp Soccer. The game was invented here and the World Championships of Swamp Soccer take place in Hyrynsalmi. And where else but Hyrynsalmi could the Snow Soccer World Championships take place?
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southernmost reindeer herding area in Finland. Be aware of Reindeer!
• Pre-historic habitation dating back to 8 000 B.C.
Equipment rental
KUKKA-POSTI MAIJA JUNTUNEN Looking for something extra for your saunaparties or get-together evenings? Rent a portable hot bath tub and sauna that heats up with wood. For group cookings we rent out paella pans (Ø 120 cm) and a Finnish style camp cooker. For entertainment we rent out electronic EcoAim shooting equipment.
maijajuntunen@suomi24.fi | +358 40 705 5723 | Koskitie 4 as 2 | 89400 Hyrynsalmi
CAMPING IN HYRYNSALMI
Camping in Hyrynsalmi
Beautiful sandy beaches. A shallow lagoon, excellent for small children. Summer café. 15 cottages, 50 caravan sites, 2 saunas, a maintenance room.
kunta@hyrynsalmi.fi | +358 8 61 55 481 | Vonkan leirintäalue | Hallantie 6 | 89400 Hyrynsalmi
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Artist residence
MUSTARINDA ARTIST RESIDENCE Mustarinda House is situated on the high summit of Paljakka amidst the old growth forest, adjacent to the Paljakka Nature Reserve. Nature trail leads to a watch tower that opens a breathtaking view over the taiga forest. The summer-time exhibitions present the works of our residence guests. CafĂŠ open during exhibitions and seasons. Interpretative walks. For groups coffee and meals by appointment. We promote ethical and ecological way of life by making use of wild food and organic products. We also grow our own vegetables, use biofuel in our logistics and energy-wise we are off the grid. Ask for accommodation availability. Plenty of space for camping outside.
info@mustarinda.fi | +358 400 655 883 | Paljakantie 61 | 89400 Hyrynsalmi www.mustarinda.fi www.facebook.com/mustarinda
ALPPISALVOS
Accommodation, handcrafted log houses Salvoskievari is an idyllic old village school in the heart of beautyful taiga forest. Perfect location for private meetings or bigger celebrations. Home-made meals and local delicacies by appointment. Old-fashioned smoke sauna by a lake seats bigger groups and is a must if you wish to experience something genuine! Or just rent a canoe - the beauty of the lake will take your breath away. Accommodation for groups at the Old School Dormitory. A cosy, hand-carved log cabin for 2-6 persons. The thick walls of the wooden cabin embrace you in tranquility. Wood-heated sauna by the lake is just few steps apart. Hike, canoe, pick berries of go snowshoe walking - the nature awaits you.
info@alppisalvos.fi | +358 40 577 2870 | Hakokyläntie 194 | 89400 Hyrynsalmi www.alppisalvos.fi www.facebook.com/Alppisalvos
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HYRYNSALMI OLD RAILWAY STATION
Summer Café and guided tours
Hyrynsalmen Vanha Asema (”Old Railway Station”) is a lovingly renovated railway station and a summertime café in the heart of Hyrynsalmi. It makes an inspiring setting for exhibitions, trainings or events and can be rented for bigger festivities such as weddings or anniversaries - AV equipment and white screen available. Catering for up to 60 persons by appointment. Guided trips to local sites of interest. Our speciality are the true ”time-travel” events with a 50´s style train.
sodanjarauhanrata@gmail.com | +358 440 563 802 | Asematie 22 | 89400 Hyrynsalmi www.hyrynsalmenasema.fi www.facebook/HyrynsalmenVanhaAsema
Rural accommodation
TOLOLAN LOMAT
Well-equipped cottages by Luvanjärvi Lake. Hike, fish, go hunting, pick berries or mushrooms. In the winter skiing tracks in the forest.
jorma.kemppainen@vjk-group.fi | +358 400 838 031 | Tololantie 8 | 89400 Hyrynsalmi www.vjk-group.fi
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KEMPPAALAN MAATILALOMAT Idyllic accommodation in an old village school next to the excellent fishing waters of Luvanjoki. Go hiking, berry picking and hunting - undisturbed. Observe the life at a Finnish farm and its furry inhabitants. The old 40’s style school house accommodates bigger groups and smaller parties. Catering by appointment.
esa.kemppainen@hyrynsalmi.net | +358 50 546 8260 | Eskolantie 2 | 89400 Hyrynsalmi www.kemppaalanmaatilalomat.com www.facebook.com/KemppaalanMaatilalomat
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Rural Accommodation
ukkohalla Combining Sport & Wellness
Facts about Ukkohalla
Ukkohalla Holiday Resort. Cross country skiing, downhill skiing,
• The world´s northernmost
Cable Wake Board in Ukkohalla is 900 meters long.
• Ukkohalla is the arena for
snow-shoeing, snowboarding, hiking, Spa & Sauna World, canoing, cable wakeboarding, riding, fishing. You name it.
Snow Soccer World Championships.
• Ukkohalla Spa & Sauna
World for relaxation and well-being.
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UKKOHALLAN MATKAILUPALVELUT OY Fishing and hunting trips. Event planning and management. Housing services.
ump.tolonen@gmail.com | +358 50 5598 285 | Lietekyläntie 133 | 89400 Hyrynsalmi www.facebook.com/Ukkohallan-matkailupalvelut-Oy
HALLAN AKKA
Holiday apartments
Two well-equipped log houses with 4 apartments (35 m2 + 10 m2 half-open attic) next to Ukkohalla Ski & Sport Resort. Hallan Akka apartments have private back yard and direct access to a sandy beach by Syväjärvi Lake. Row boat, grill hut and small playground for children are at your free disposal. The HallanAkka apartments are within walking distance of the Ukkohalla Ski & Sport Resort and its services - Saunaworld and spa, bowling alley, minimarket and restaurant. Cable wakeboard for summertime dare-devils. Distances: Hotel-Restaurant Gasthalla 400 m. Hyrynsalmi 18 km and Kajaani Airport 88 km.
hallanakka@gmail.com | +358 44 753 8511 | Rantapulevaarti 2 | 89400 Hyrynsalmi www.hallanakka.com www.facebook.com/hallanakka.ukkohalla
GASTHALLA HOTEL AND RESTAURANT Hotel accommodation, breakfast and free WiFi included. Open every day from 8 a.m. to 10 p.m. Breakfast at 8.00-10.00 a.m. À la carte served until 9 p.m. Catering and conference facilities for groups. Sauna facilities for groups. Minimarket, cottage rental and activities - sled dog safaries, guided fishing, shopping trips, wilderness catering. Bikes for rent. Parking for caravans and campers. Direct access to excellent hiking and skiing tracks. Ukkohalla Ski & Sport Resort and its services - slopes for downhill skiing, bowling alley, Saunaworld and cable wakeboard for summertime dare-devils 800 m. Hyrynsalmi 18 km, Kajaani airport 88 km.
gasthalla@koumbus.fi | 044 794 9910 | Ukkohallantie 5 | 89400 Hyrynsalmi www.ylakainuunmatkailu.fi www.facebook.com/Gasthalla
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Hotel and restaurant
Vonkka
Hyrynsalmen Vanha Asema
Hyrynsalmi
Hotelli Gasthalla
Ukkohallan Matkailupalvelut
Hallan Akka
Ukkohalla
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Mustarinda
Alppisalvos
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Hyrynsalmi
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Kemppaalan maatilalomat Tololan Lomat
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Juntusranta
Arolan maatilalomat
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MARTINSELKOSEN MATKAILUPALVELUT
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Hiljainen Kansa ja Niittykahvila
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Ryysyranta
VANHA KURIMO
Wanhan Kalevan Baari 912
ZILIVONKKELIS Raatteen portti
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Suomussalmi Kylpylähotelli Kiannon Kuohut Kino Retikka Kiannon Kuohut Teatteri Retikka Virkistyskylpylä
Kultainen Kukko
Matkustajakoti Kuutamo
Siirtolan Kelomökit Hossan luontokeskus experience KL oy hossan Poropuisto Loma hossa Erähossa
Hossa
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Suomussalmi Discover the ever-green Taiga Suomusssalmi is famous for the victorious battles during the Winter War and for the rich cultural history that dates back thousands of years. Today Suomussalmi is all about versatile cultural events and beautiful nature that invites people to seek physical as well as mental well-being. “Slow-life” and “Wild Food” are not just trendy terms here – the everyday lives of local people still follow the seasonal year cycle.
Facts about Suomussalmi • The border line between Suomussalmi and Russia has remained stationary since the end of Russo-Swedish War in 1595.
• The first president of independent Finland, Kaarlo Juho Ståhlberg, was born in Suomussalmi in 1865.
• Suomussalmi was set up by a network of waterways that connect Bothnian Bay in the west to White Sea in the East. Many artefacts left behind by Viking or other crusading tradesmen have been found in Suomussalmi.
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KIANNON KUOHUT VIRKISTYSKYLPYLÄ
Wellness SPA
Wellness spa with well-equipped gym for active well-being all the year around. Four swimming tracks (25 m), a pool for children, hydromassage, a jacuzzi and a cold pool. Two Finnish-style saunas and a herbal steam sauna. Open water swimming at Jalonkoski River all the year around. The Wellness Spa has an internet café with free Wi-Fi and a ball pool for children. At front desk you can make an appointment for a virtual golf tour or rent discs for disc golf. A brand new playing ground for children. Illuminated jogging and skiing track starts at the backyard of the Wellness Spa.
kylpyla@suomussalmi.fi | +358 44 777 3185 | Jalonkatu 1 | 89600 Suomussalmi www.suomussalmi.fi/Kiannonkuohut
SPAHOTEL KIANNON KUOHUT Hotel accommodation in the heart of Suomussalmi. À la carte and local delicacies at the fully licenced restaurant. Free wi-fi and free access to Wellness Spa.
hotelli@kiannonkuohut.fi | +358 8 710 770 | Jalonkatu 1 | 89600 Suomussalmi www.kiannonkuohut.fi
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SPA HOTEL
THEATRE RETIKKA
Theatre, meetings facilities
Theatre Retikka is one of the biggest amateur theatres in Finland. Retikka hosts 2-3 opening nights a year. The grandstand seats 186 persons and the premises can be rented for different occations. Our open-air summer theatre is situated some 4 kilometres south of the center and seats up to 1 650 persons. Our speciality are the humoristic plays written by local playwright Mr. Eero Schroderus. Come as you are and experince a pastime that Finns love - the summer theatre.
eero.schroderus@luukku.com | +358 40 586 5380 | Jalonkatu 1 61 | 89600 Suomussalmi www.teatteriretikka.net www.facebook.com/Teatteri-Retikka
EERO SCHRODERUS Mr. Eero Schoroderus is a theatre enthusiast as well as a playwright and an actor. His stories are based on the real life and experiences of local people. He has dramatized monologues of Battle of Raate through the eyes of a young soldier. Eero organizes interpretative trips to authentic sites of Raate Battle and other sites of military history interest. Besides the war-time monologues, Eero is well-known for his humoristic play scripts and monologues.
eero.schroderus@luukku.com | +358 40 586 5380 www.teatteriretikka.net
WANHAN KALEVAN BAARI
Bar and Café
A 60´s style retro-café and bar with full licence in the old Suomussalmi village centre. Live music.
wanhakaleva@suomussalmi.net | +358 45 773 25 990 | Kainuuntie 24 | 89800 Suomussalmi KK www.facebook.com/WanhanKalevanBaari
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Husky Safaries
ZILIVONKKELIS Adventurous Husky Safaries in the beautiful taiga forest.
zilivonkkelis@gmail.com | +358 40 750 1678 | Keräsenlehdontie 7 | 89800 Suomussalmi kk www.zilivonkkelis.net www.facebook.com/zilivonkkelis naturesafaris
Wildlife watching, nature experiences, accommodation and catering
MARTINSELKOSEN ERÄKESKUS
Martinselkosen Eräkeskus is a family-run business with a wide selection of accommodation, catering and nature activity services next to Martinselkonen Nature Reserve. We are a pioneering bear watching operator with 20 years of experince. Wintertime activities and wilderness routes for skiing enthusiasts and sled dogs.
sales@martinselkonen.fi, info@martinselkonen.fi | +358 8 736 160 | Pirttivaarantie 131 | 89920 Ruhtinansalmi www.martinselkonen.fi www.facebook.com/Martinselkonen
CAFÉ NIITTYKAHVILA AND THE SILENT PEOPLE Café Niittykahvila and Meadow House next to the installation Silent People. Open in the summer every day - enjoy coffee and crepes cooked over open fire. Art exhibitions and thematic workshops. For groups Meadow Menu and other local dishes by appointment. Tune yourself in to the stories of the Silent People.
kainuun@kuutamokeikat.fi | +358 50362 0609 | Viitostie 547 | 89600 Suomussalmi www.kuutamokeikat.fi www.facebook.com/fbHiljainenKansa
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B&B and catering
KUUTAMO Cosy and affordable B&B accommodation. All services within walking distance. 4 spacious rooms accommodate up to 17 persons, sauna and fully equipped kitchen at your disposal. Free parking, engine heating outlet for a fee. Flexible breakfast times. Catering for groups by appointment.
kainuun@kuutamokeikat.fi | +358 50 4622 066 | Kiannonkatu 6 c 89600 Suomussalmi www.matkustajakoti.suntuubi.com www.facebook.com/matkustajakotikuutamo
RYYSYRANTA
B&B accommodation, cottages, restaurant Ryysyranta is an ecological and distinctive alternative for families and groups. Affordable accommodation for groups up to 50 persons, menu with local dishes. Open in the summer from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. or by appointment. Catering for groups by appointment. Cottages and apartments.
pentti.tapaninen@nacoy.fi | +358 40 531 7042 | Viitostie 326 | 89600 Suomussalmi www.nacoy.fi www.facebook.com/RavintolaRyysyranta
RAATE TRAVELS
Winter War museum, cafĂŠ and restaurant, accommodation
Raatteen tie is a famous location for the extraordinary military maneuvers of the Finnish soldiers during the Winter War. Exhibition of Raatteen Portti interpretates the course of the battle through the eyes of both parties. Thousands of young men had to suffer the battle in sub-humane conditions frozen to the core and undernourished. Today a stonefield with 17 000 stones emmemorate the sufferings of the fallen men. The 105 copper bells of the Monument inside the stonefield sybolize the duration of the Winter War. CafĂŠRestaurant in Raatteen Portti specializes in army-style cuisine. The soft doughnuts are delicious! B&B accommodation.
info@raatteenportti.fi | +358 400 892 192 | Raatteen portti: Raatteentie 2 | 89800 Suomussalmi Portin Majatalo: Kuhmontie 135 | 89800 Suomussalmi www.raatteenportti.fi www.facebook.fi/raatteenportti
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AROLA FARM AND WILDERNESS HOLIDAYS
Wildlife watching, cottages, catering
Bear watching in comfortable hides. Winter War Walks at authentic locations. Guided wilderness skiing and hiking. Berry and mushroom picking trips. B&B accommodation and catering. Canoes and cottages for rent.
info@arolabear.fi | +358 50 5189775 | Arolantie 5 | 89920 Ruhtinansalmi www.arolabear.fi www.facebook.com/arolakarhut
Catering for groups
RESTAURANT VANHA KURIMO
Idyllic old farmhouse Kurimo is perfect for bigger events and celebrations. Catering and dining for groups - ask for local dishes and thematic menus. Fully licenced. Nature and cultural history trail.
veikko.huovinen@kultainenkukko.fi, pekka.huovinen@kultainenkukko.fi +358 8 636 285 | Kauppakatu 4-6 | 89600 Suomussalmi www.kultainenkukko.fi
CAFÉ & RESTAURANT KULTAINEN KUKKO
Lunch, ala carte, catering
Kultainen kukko is famous for its buffet-style lunch with local incredients. Sweet and salty delicacies, wide selection of coffees. 20 years of experience of catering for groups and special occations.
veikko.huovinen@kultainenkukko.fi pekka.huovinen@kultainenkukko.fi +358 8 636 285 Kauppakatu 4-6 | 89600 Suomussalmi www.kultainenkukko.fi
NORTH TERRITORIES North Territories is organizing trips in the Nordic Countries. We’re living in Finland, Hossa. Our specialities are Sleddog Safaries, Snowmobile Safaries and Guided Skiing trips. We taylor your trip according to your wish, from one-day trips or longer. All the winter.
yoan.fontana@territoiresdunord.com | +358 41 475 3572 / Yoan Hossantie 161 | 89600 Suomussalmi www.territoiresdunord.com www.facebook.com/Territoiresdunord
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Your off-road travels
Hossa Hiking Area Ancient adventures
Facts about Hossa
The crystal clear waters, abundance of fish, mosaic of green
• Hossa Hiking Area is open all year.
forests and blue lakes, easy terrain and well-maintained hiking and skiing tracks. Follow the footsteps of the Prehistoric Man and hike to the cliffs of Lake Julma-Ölkky. Or visit the Rock Painting at Värikallio, one of the largest rock-painting sites in Finland, dating back as far as 2 000 B.C.
• Hossa is excellent for families with
children. Part of the nature trail is accessible by wheelchair. There are also fishing jetties, a lean-to shelter and rental cabins that are suitable for the disabled.
• Hossa hosts all the top predators of
the taiga – bear, wolf, wolverine and lynx.
SIIRTOLAN KELOMÖKIT
Cottages
Affordable accommodation in lake-side cottages next to the activities of Hossa Hiking Area.
ari.vaisanen@suomussalmi.net | +358 40 196 3565 Siirtolantie 9 | 89920 Ruhtinansalmi www.siirtolankelomokit.fi www.facebook.com/SiirtolanKelomokit
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Camping and Cottages
ERÄ-HOSSA Erä-Hossa Camping by the cristal clear waters of Hossa, next to Hossa Hiking Area. 10 cottages. Canoe and row-boat rental. Open all year, Café in the summer.
era.hossa@luukku.com | +358 500 166 377 | Hossantie 278 | 89920 Ruhtinansalmi www.era-hossa.fi
LOMA-HOSSA COTTAGE RENTAL
Holiday apartments and cottages
Take it slow and just relax in our comfortable cottages and apartments. Feel the warmth and scent the of heather covered pine forest. Listen to the calls of Eurasian Eagle-owl and other birds of the taiga. Or just take it easy by the fire.
irene.paasovaara@loma-hossa.fi | +358 8 732 329, +358 400 813 546 | Hossantie 273 | 89920 Ruhtinansalmi www.loma-hossa.fi
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Reindeer Park
HOSSAN POROPUISTO Discover the reindeer hearding culture of Finland and beyond. Sleigh rides in the winter, reindeer feeding in the summer. Or try out throwing a lasso like the local herders. Souvenirs and local handicrafts. Café and restaurant, catering by appointment. Take a short trip to Tsukotka - across the lake. At Tsukotka camp you will experince the ways and rites of Tsukotka reindeer hearding nomads in the far-east of Russia.
info@hossanporopuisto.fi | +358 40 755 9834 / Kimmo, +358 40 703 5037 / Raili Mäntyniementie 10 | 89600 Suomussalmi www.hossanporopuisto.fi
EXPERIENCE KL
Restaurant, Cottages, Activities Café and restaurant at Hossa Visitor Center. Cottage rental and camping. Guided trips in and around Hossa Hiking Area. Catering and wilderness cooking services.
oparihossa@suomi24.fi | +358 50 384 4692 | Jatkonsalmentie 6 | 89920 Ruhtinansalmi www.hossa-kylmaluoma.fi
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Publisher: Yl채-Kainuun matkailun kehitt채mishanke 2014-2015 / Kajaani University of Applied Sciences / Translation: Titta Tapaninen
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Texts & layout: Pakkahuone Oy / Printing: Painotalo Seiska /Photos: Maailmasta Oy