For cyclists, there are beautiful and idyllic village roads and long trips even around Pielinen. For mountain bikers, there is a 127 km long unique Karhunpolku trail with rest stops in the middle of Lieksa’s forests, rivers and lakes. Equipment and guided tours for cyclists are offered by professional entrepreneurs.
Everyman’s right
In Finland we all, both residents and visitors, have a right to enjoy nature and at the same time we have a responsibility take of it. Everyman’s right determines what you can and cannot do. In additions, protected areas have rules and regulations which you should check out in advance.
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Natural sites Cultural history Museums
Vorna Museum Road
Significant cultural landscape of lakes and eskers
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Natural sites
Kontiovaara-Ulkkasärkät scenic road
A breath-taking esker road in splendid Finnish landscape
Arrival
We are not so far.
Are you ready for your journey?
By car
Fast and easy. Travel at your own pace and explore the area without schedules. We are only one stop for a coffee break or charging away.
Kuopio
Koli & Lieksa
184 km ( 2 h 14 min )
Jyväskylä
Koli & Lieksa
329 km ( 4 h 2 min )
Oulu
Koli & Lieksa
332 km ( 4 h 15 min )
Tampere
Koli & Lieksa
477 km ( 5 h 53 min )
Helsinki
Koli & Lieksa
528 km ( 6 h 15 min )
By train
Train travel is eco-friendly and affordable. Lieksa can be reached with a couple of changes and you can easily take your bikes and other items with you. For more information, go to vr.fi/en
Helsinki
Lieksa
6 h 16 min, 1 vaihto
Tampere
Lieksa
7 h 28 min, 2 vaihtoa
Kuopio
Lieksa
7 h 41 min, 2 vaihtoa
Oulu
Lieksa
11 h 30 min, 2 vaihtoa
By plane
Flying is the fastest way to get to Koli and Lieksa. Closest airports are in Joensuu, Kajaani and Kuopio.
Helsinki
Kuopio
1 h 00 min
Helsinki
Joensuu
1 h 5 min
Helsinki
Kajaani
1 h 25 min