The route travels over varied terrain, which is rocky in places. Starting from the old ski cabin, the route is signposted with round, black signs. In parts, the route runs along trails that are also part of other routes, so attention must be paid to hikers. There are lean-tos along the route.
Arto Melleri, a Finnish poet and winner of Finland’s most prestigious literary award, the Finlandia Prize, was born in Itäkylä in Lappajärvi and his final resting place is located in Lappajärvi Cemetery. The eastern shore of Lappajärvi was the landscape that resonated most with Melleri. This route to Itäkylä introduces you to the countryside surrounding …
This route runs between the centre of Alahärmä and Voltti on both sides of the river. It also travels along Knuuttilanraitti, which is lined by around 10 traditional Ostrobothnian houses built in the 19th century, the Häjy Traditions Centre and the Alahärmä Regional Museum, which invites visitors to explore the history of “häjys”, the local …
Log driving and log drivers are still honoured in Evijärvi. Log driving on the River Ähtävä was economically important to Evijärvi and the region as a whole. Logs brought from the Suomenselkä drainage divide were tied into rafts in Evijärvi and taken to sawmills located by the sea. A traditional log drivers’ cabin has been …
Alajärvi is known for its connections to architect Alvar Aalto, artist Eero Nelimarkka and Finnish baseball. This route takes you to see the memorials and historical buildings located in the centre of Alajärvi, which is often called the town of eleven Aaltos. The centre boasts several buildings and monuments designed by Aalto, which form an …
Along the routes, you will find three lean-tos, a set of exercise steps, and a viewing tower from where you can admire views over Lappajärvi! The routes are ideal for walking, running and cycling alike. In most parts, the routes are covered with crushed stone fines, making them easy to navigate. Differences in elevation are …
This accessible route runs from Kyrkösjärvi in Seinäjoki to Ahonkylä in Ilmajoki. The route covered with crushed stone fines starts from the accessible Jouppilanvuori Trail and joins the five-kilometre trail, from which is continues to Tuomikylä in Ilmajoki and finally to Ahonkylä. Along the route, you will find a Lappish hut, a lean-to, a hut …
A trail running route has been built for runners in the Jouppilanvuori forests. The route can also be enjoyed by bike.
This nature trails starts with a climb to top of Kyrkösvuori, where you can enjoy beautiful lake views over Kyrkösjärvi and the residential area of Simuna on the opposite shore. The summit houses a viewing tower. From here, the route continues towards the Järvilaavu lean-to. Part of the route is uneven because of tree roots, …
The Nuijapoloku routes are a reminder of the peasant revolt that erupted in South Ostrobothnia in the late 16th century. Called the Cudgel War, it culminated in Ilmajoki in South Ostrobothnia in the Battle of Santavuori in which the king’s cavalry crushed the peasants. Some 2,000 to 3,000 people are estimated to have died in …