Kajaani Travel Guide

Kainuu

A calm lake surrounded by trees and a cloudy sky.
A stone wall covered in snow with a bridge in the background.

Popular cities in Kajaani

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
Kajanni, Kainuu’s main city, conjures up the past with memories of famous Finns such as Elias Lönnrot, Eino Leino and Urho Kekkonen. Its wonderful forests beckon visitors to its nearby national parks.

Reasons to visit

  • Kajaani Castle
A snowy landscape with tall, snow-covered trees and a distant view of a city.
Sotkamo
Known for Beaches
Visit Sotkamo for the Vuokatti tourist centre and Hiidenportti National Park.
Paltamo
Paltamo
Known for Cross-country skiing, Hunting and Forests
Explore Paltamo: its cross-country skiing, forests, ruins and more!
A snow-covered landscape with dense forests, a ski resort, and a distant mountain range.
Ristijärvi
Head to sights like Hiisijärvenhiekat and Kirkonkylän uimaranta as you discover Ristijärvi.

Stay near popular Kajaani attractions

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