Located in the village of Ruhtinansalmi in Suomussalmi, Kainuu region. The landscape of Hossa was already enjoyed during the Stone Age. The easy to traverse ridges contain ample amounts of wild game and the clear waters are full of fish. For millennia, Hossa has held a special significance as an intersection for waterways and an area of wilderness. This is proven by, among other things, the 4 500-year-old paintings on display at Värikallio.
The ridges and other attractions of Hossa are still admired by both Finnish and international visitors. The popular hiking area was appointed a national park in honour of the centenary of Finland. Kylmäluoma region remains popular among fishing enthusiasts. The first hiking area in Finland was made in 1979, at the same time with Hossa.
The comfortable cabins and modernized lumberjack apartments at Hossa and Kylmäluoma are suitable for year-round stays. Kylmäluoma also has 2 apartments and group accommodation premises, which are ideal for larger groups. Kylmäluoma campsite is open all year round, whilst Karhunkainalo campsite in Hossa is open 1.3.-31.10.
The main building of Kylmäluoma visitor centre contains the cosy café-restaurant Kaakkuri. It is open from March to the end of October. Hossa visitor centre’s café-restaurant is located in the premises of Hossa nature centre. The café-restaurant is open from 1.3.-31.10.
Kylmäluoma’s facilities are suitable for the organization of meetings for 25-30 people.Meetings can be combined, for example, with fishing or other activities in the area. Hossa’s landscapes create a unique starting point for meetings. The renewed premises of the nature centre can host meetings for about 20 guests.
The spectacular ridges and clear waters provide both trekking centres with wonderful opportunities for a wide variety of outdoor activities. It’s worth visiting both Hossa and Kylmäluoma, as both have their own characteristics. You can also get to know the surrounding nature by renting the necessary equipment from the company.
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