A dense duckboard network covers the Hiekkasärkät sand dunes, extending to the nature trail which starts at the resort’s northern end. The renovated nature and culture trail leads to the Vihaslahti reserve. The trail is accessible on foot and by bicycle, and with a stroller or wheelchair.
Website
Tuomipakkaintie 85100, Kalajoki
matkailu@visitkalajoki.fi+35884694449
Visit Arctic Coast is foremost the extension of Visit Kalajoki’s DMO profile. Our vision is to become the most attractive and responsible coastal area in Finland.
As we embark on this journey, we are calling to likeminded coastal Destination Management Organizations and travel companies with the expertise and will to develop together. We are also turning to Tour Operators who are interested in coastal year-round products and destinations.
Our mission is to inspire and enable every explorer to seek the unlimited coast. Contact us for queries or cooperation!
Oulu and Helsinki Airports are accessible from most European cities. From Helsinki, there are domestic flights to Oulu, Kokkola, Vaasa and Kemi-Tornio.
flight
Helsinki – Oulu 1 h
Helsinki – Kokkola 1 h 10 min
Helsinki – Vaasa 1 h 5 min
Helsinki – Kemi-Tornio 2 h 20 min
From all airports Arctic Coast destinations are easily accessible by car. Ask us for arranged transfers.
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Kemi – HaparandaTornio 30 min
Oulu – HaparandaTornio 1 h 45 min
Oulu – Kalajoki 1 h 50 min
Oulu – Arctic Crater Lake Geopark 3 h 15 min
Kokkola – Kalajoki 50 min
Kokkola – Arctic Crater Lake Geopark 1 h
Vaasa – Arctic Crater Lake Geopark 1 h 40 min
Vaasa – Kalajoki 2 h 30 min
Helsinki – Arctic Crater Lake Geopark 4 h 45 min
There are excellent train connections to and between destinations on the Arctic Coast
train
Oulu – Kemi 1 h
Oulu – Kokkola 1 h 30 min
Oulu – Vaasa 4 h
Helsinki – Kokkola 3 h 50 min
Helsinki – Oulu 5 h 30 min
Helsinki – Kemi 6 h 45 min
The Arctic Coast in the northern part of the Baltic Sea is connected to the rest of Europe through maritime routes. Navigating north past Gotland and Åland, the explorers by sea will find the Arctic Coast destinations.
