Kainuu Trail

Suomussalmi Heading Towards a Super Summer for Tourism – Kainuu Orienteering Week and Kainuu Trail Bring Over 5,000 Customers and a Million-Class Regional Economic Impact

The Kainuu Orienteering Week (KOW) and the Kainuu Trail trail run, to be held next summer in Suomussalmi, anticipate one of Finland''s largest sports tourism events. The event complex is estimated to bring over 5,000 customers counted as unique individuals to the locality.

Important Information for December Registrations – Office Closed from 23 Dec 2025 to 04 Jan 2026

The next, lower-priced entry step for the Kainuu Trail trail running event closes when the year changes, on 31 December 2025. Many sport/exercise benefits expire by the end of this year, so now is the time to invest any unused benefits in your well-being for next year and secure yourself an experience on the magnificent trails of Hossa National Park.

The Kainuu Trail office staff will be on Christmas holiday between 23 December 2025 and 4 January 2026. We recommend that all participants registering for Kainuu Trail in December contact the office by 22 December at the latest if needed, as this is when we can serve and assist you most smoothly.

If you plan to register for Kainuu Trail in December 2025, you should read the tips in this article for the smoothest possible registration process.

Kainuu Trail 2026 Pre-Information Webinar with Riikka Tulppo

Kainuu Trail, together with Riikka Tulppo, will host a pre-information webinar for the Kainuu Trail 2026 trail running event on Wednesday, December 3, 2025, from 17:00 to 18:00 (Finnish time) via a Google Meet remote connection.

Join us to gather the best tips for preparing for the Kainuu Trail and, if you wish, to ask questions related to participation and the event itself.

Additionally, wellness coach Riikka Tulppo will present a trail running coaching program aimed at next summer''s race.

Gift an unforgettable nature experience – Kainuu Trail gift cards available now!

Are you looking for a Christmas gift that truly gets people moving – literally?

The Kainuu Trail gift card is the perfect choice for outdoor and running enthusiasts. It gives the recipient the opportunity to participate in the Kainuu Trail event in Hossa National Park on June 27, 2026, running among Hossa’s stunning ridges, crystal-clear lakes, and peaceful forests.