Trails to wander
Step into an outdoor paradise where adventure beckons at every turn! Marvel at the ancient Värikallio prehistoric rock paintings in Hossa, wander through the pristine Säynäjäsuo Mire Conservation Area, or experience the magic of a night under the stars in a cozy shelter along the serene Pesiö Hiking trail.
Suomussalmi’s crown jewels include the majestic Hossa National Park, the untamed Martinselkonen Nature Reserve and the wild beauty of the Yli-Vuokki and Murhisalo wilderness areas. With trails ranging from walks from 4 kilometres to exhilarating 30-kilometer adventures, every nature enthusiast will find their perfect path.
Plan your journey with ease by using detailed guides that are available through the Outdoor Active service or nationalparks.fi website for Hossa National Park. Visit the Suomussalmi Tourist Information office in Jalonniemi to pick up comprehensive hiking guides and maps, where local experts can help you craft your perfect wilderness experience!
Journey through untamed nature
The scent of the marshlands and tranquil landscapes beckon visitors to Seitenahveninen. And have you ever spent the night in Martinselkonen? In Hossa, you can take in the scenery of the national park—whether on a hiking or mountain biking excursion or during a multi-day trek.
The Viena Route is an ancient path, thousands of years old that was used by peddlers, collectors of folk poetry, hunters, and soldiers traveling between Finland and Viena Karelia. Other notable natural destinations include the Yli-Vuokki recreational area and the nearby Murhisalo.
Interesting routes and nature destinations
