Kainuu

Finland

A snow-covered resort with illuminated buildings and a large parking area.
A calm lake surrounded by trees and a cloudy sky.
A snow-covered landscape with a church reflecting in a calm body of water.
A person in a red jacket and yellow boots partially submerged in a river with ice.
A sunset over a network of lakes surrounded by dense forests.

Popular cities in Kainuu

An aerial view of a snow-covered island with a central building and a bridge connecting to the mainland.
Kajaani
Known for Castle, Ruins and Art
Experience the castle, ruins, and monuments in Kajaani!

Reasons to visit

  • Kajaani Castle
A snowy landscape with tall, snow-covered trees and a distant view of a city.
Sotkamo
Known for Beaches
Escape to Sotkamo! Enjoy its beaches.
A snow-covered landscape with a church reflecting in a calm body of water.
Kuhmo
Known for Forests, Culture and Live music
Experience the forests, culture, and churches in Kuhmo!
A sunset over a network of lakes surrounded by dense forests.
Suomussalmi
Head to sights like Hossa National Park and Ruomasijanpuiston uimaranta as you discover Suomussalmi.
Paltamo
Paltamo
Known for Cross-country skiing, Hunting and Forests
Explore Paltamo: its cross-country skiing, forests, fishing, and more!
Vaala
Vaala
Known for Beaches
Get away to Vaala! Enjoy the beaches and more.

Stay near popular Kainuu attractions