Ski resort Ukkohalla, stretching at the foot of the hill of the same name, on the shore of Lake Syväjärvi, is located in one of the most beautiful parts of the country - in the Kainuu region. Kainuu is known as one of the snowiest regions in Finland, making the area a solid base for winter tourism.
The ski center was founded in 1988 and is family oriented.
Pristine and beautiful Finnish winter nature, pure snow and fresh air, comfort, hospitality and interesting events will allow you to fully enjoy a relaxing holiday in nature, away from the hustle and bustle of everyday life.
The Ukkohalla ski resort is located in Northern Finland, in the Kainuu region, in the municipality of Huryunsalmi. Paljakki ski resort is 20 km from Ukkohalla.
Distances to Ukkohalla
- Kontiomäki hotels - 65 km
- Kajaani - 90 km
- Oulu - 170 km
- e - 550 km
- - 635 km
- - 810 km
How to get to Ukkohalla
The nearest airports are in Kajaani and Oulu. The nearest railway stations are in Kajaani and Kontiomäki.
You can get to the Ukkohalla resort in the following ways:
- by plane: Finnair airline from Moscow and St. Petersburg to Kajaani. You can get from the airport to the resort by taxi, which should be ordered the day before by phone: +358 400 306 305/387 933.
- by train: "Lev Tolstoy" from Moscow and "Allegro" from St. Petersburg to Helsinki, with a change to the train to Kajaani. From Kajaani airport and railway stations A shuttle service is available to the resort from Kajaani, Kontiomäki and Paltamo.
- by bus: "ski-bus" from Oulu to Ukkohalla. The bus runs only during the winter season on Saturdays. Departure from the Oulu bus station, travel time 3 hours, ticket price 20 € per person.
Characteristics of the Ukkohalla resort
Ski slopes and lifts
On the territory of the ski resort, there are 17 perfectly equipped and well-groomed slopes of various categories of difficulty. The "blue" slopes are for beginners, the "red" slopes are for intermediate skiers, and the "black" slopes will be appreciated by experienced skiers.
Trails of varying difficulty and terrain in Hallapark will be fully enjoyed by fans of challenging tricks and steep turns, and extreme lovers will be delighted with the Treeride, the only exclusive forest route in Finland.
Junnupark Snow Park is intended for children and beginners to ride. There are wide presses, boxes, short rails, and a little volride that can be learned in a safe environment.
For cross-country skiers, there is a network of ski trails with a length of 160 km.
Here everyone can find a suitable ski track, both for classic skiing and skating. All ski slopes are well-groomed, marked, and some of them are illuminated. Along the trails, there are halts with huts and campfire sites where you can relax and eat.
Opening hours of slopes (season 2013/2014)
Lift prices (ski-pass)
When paying for a lift ticket, the SkiData system is used, which obliges the client to have a KeyCard with him, the cost of which is 5 €.
Children under 7 years old have free access to all slopes, subject to helmet availability and accompanied by an adult.
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Ski school and equipment rental
The resort has a ski school offering both individual and group lessons. Professional instructors of the school will help you learn the basics and hone your skills in downhill and cross-country skiing, snowboarding and other winter sports.
The ski center has a rental office where you can rent sports equipment and ski equipment - telemarking equipment, alpine and cross-country skis, snowboards, sleds, snowshoes.
Ski School Tuition
The price of the lessons includes the price of a lift ticket.
Equipment rental cost
Hotels and cottages in Ukkohalla
Ukkohalla Ski Center offers accommodation in spacious apartments and comfortable cottages, most of which are located both on the lake shore and on the slopes around the lake.
Hotel BEST WESTERN Ukkohalla Chalets - offers 30 comfortable apartments ranging from 45 m² to 63 m², designed for accommodation from 2 to 6 people. The apartments are located by the lake.
The apartment has 1-2 bedrooms, living room, TV, equipped kitchen, sauna, shower, toilet, washing machine, drying cabinet, free wireless Internet, balcony or terrace on the ground floor.
Hallantahti Cottages - spacious two-storey cottages ranging from 113 m² to 128 m², located in the forest just a few meters from the lake, offer comfortable accommodation for 6-11 people.
The cottages have 2-3 bedrooms, living room, fireplace, equipped kitchen, washing machine and dishwasher, drying cabinet, TV, Wi-Fi, music center, sauna, shower, toilet, heating, hot and cold water, electricity. Smoking in the cottages is prohibited.
The cottages are located 1-2 kilometers from ski slopes.
Hotel Gasthalla is located 1 km from the ski slopes. A small but cozy hotel for 56 people offers 19 rooms. At the guests' service are ordinary 1 and 2-bed rooms, a mini-suite, rooms for 3-4 people and family rooms, consisting of 2 adjacent rooms.
Mini-suite includes a bedroom, living room, TV, refrigerator, microwave oven, two toilets, shower.
The family room can accommodate 3 adults and 2-4 children. The rooms have a balcony, toilet, shower, TV, radio. On the ground floor of the hotel there is a sauna, laundry room, guest kitchen, living room, children's playroom.
Restaurants and cafes in Ukkohalla
Restaurants and cafes in Ukkahalla, located in the very center of the ski center and forming a restaurant street, will delight guests with European and national cuisineas well as good music.
Restaurant Saaga offers Northern Finnish delicacies, a variety of pizzas, a la carte portions, a wide range of wines and beers, while the bistro offers fresh pastries and delicious rolls, biscuits and cakes, coffee, hot drinks, hamburgers and lunch.
In the Monokari pub you will find a large selection of various types of beer, whiskey, wine and other drinks, you can play billiards, board games, watch hockey broadcasts. In the slope café Kota, you can sip a hot cup of coffee and relax in a cozy atmosphere.
Things to do in Ukkohalla
Winter vacation in Ukkohalla is not only skiing alpine skiing and snowboarding. Here you can take exciting snowmobile safaris, reindeer and dog sledding, snowshoeing, ice fishing and horse riding.
There are no discos and nightclubs in the ski resort, but there is an excellent health Center - Spa and sauna world "Hallan Saaga". At the guests' service there is a choice of Finnish and Karelian saunas, a Russian steam bath, a peat bath, a Ural cave bath, a jacuzzi, a pool with hydromassage and a pool for small children.
In addition, winter driving training is offered for drivers at the Ajohalla Driving School, which is located in the village of Huryunsalmi, a 15-20 minute drive from the resort. You can shop for food and convenience goods at the Saaga Puoti store.
The most popular summer entertainment center is the Cable WakeBoard, the first such center in Finland. The 900-meter track of the center will delight surfers with unique jumps and rails and provide an excellent opportunity to enjoy the most breathtaking stunts and jumps.
The ski resort Ukkohalla (Finland) is located in Kainuu, 70 km from the city of Kayaani. The distance to St. Petersburg is 820 km, and to Helsinki 690 km. It is located in an incredibly picturesque region, which is also called "Finnish Switzerland". According to scientific research, it is in Ukkohalla that the cleanest snow in Finland falls. With the help of powerful snow cannons, it was possible to achieve that ski season here it starts much earlier. Skiing is available from November to April.
Just 20 kilometers away there is another popular resort - Paljakka, with whom Ukkohalla is united. They have a common system of ski runs and lift passes. The slopes of the resorts provide ideal conditions for skiers and snowboarders of various levels, including children. While skiing, you can admire the mesmerizing landscapes of Finland. The cottage rental system has an incredibly favorable pricing policy.
The maximum vertical drop in the resort is 171 m. The longest slope is 810 m long. There are 11 ski slopes in the Ukkohalla resort, including two for children. Six of them are lit. Get to the snowy mountain peaks possible on 6 lifts, 2 of which are for children. A skier of all skill levels can find suitable slopes here. At a specialized rental point, you can rent the necessary equipment. The resort has a training center where, under the guidance of attentive and experienced instructors, each skier can improve his level.
In the spring, when winter in Finland is in no hurry to surrender, the forests around Ukkohalla become especially beautiful. The trees are covered with fluffy white snow, which sparkles in the first rays of the sun. The undoubted advantage of the resort is that it has ideal conditions not only for skiers, but also for snowboarding fans. The specialized park includes 2 tracks and a half-pipe.
Just a few kilometers away, in the village of Huryunsalmi, there is a modern water park Aurinkorintela, which will be appreciated by lovers of water entertainment.
Finnish authorities regularly invest heavily in infrastructure in the Ukkohalla region. Along with the well-groomed slopes for skiers, there is a new modern Hallapark with challenging slopes for lovers of sharp turns. It is here that the only unique forest route in Finland, TreeRide, is located.
Fishing enthusiasts should pay special attention to the resort. Tourist centre Ukkohallan matkailukeskus is located on the high hills of the Kainuu region, which is known throughout Finland for its fish-rich lakes, rivers and streams. For many years, the Ukkohalla area has been renowned as a real Mecca for fishermen. You can fish here at any time of the year.
In 2008, the first in Finland and also the northernmost wakeboard center in the world called "Cable WakeBoard" was opened in Ukkohalla. Even at the design stage, the track aroused great interest among wakeboarding enthusiasts around the world. The unique 900 m course includes a variety of trampolines and rails designed by Reiliseppo. On it surfers have the opportunity to try bold tricks even in summer time.
The resort offers the richest range of entertainment for every taste. IN winter timeIn addition to the listed types of leisure, guests can enjoy dog \u200b\u200band reindeer sledding, which will surely be remembered by the smallest from the best side. You can explore the inimitable landscapes during a snowmobile ride. The resort has 1200 meters of toboggan runs. If you enjoy leisurely walks, you can go hiking on snowmobiles. The legendary village of Santa Claus is nearby, which can be visited with a guided tour. Celebrating the New Year in Finland in cottages will be a real fairy tale. Ski season lasts from November to April.
In the summer, the tourist attraction of the region does not diminish. Guests have the opportunity to enjoy swimming, horse riding, hiking trips... The cottages in Ukkohalla are conveniently located and incredibly cozy.
Ukkohalla
- Address: Ukkohallantie 20, 89400 Hyrynsalmi
- Telephone: +358 8-748500
- Official site (in Russian)
- Cost (season 2016-2017)
Characteristics of the slopes of Ukkohalla
- 7 tracks
- Max track length 1400 m
- 3 3 1
- Vertical drop 170 m
- Instructors
- Snowpark
- Halfpipe
- Track lighting
- Snow cannons
- Equipment rental
- Restaurants and cafes
- Trails for children
- Cross-country skiing
Lifts
Little Switzerland in Finland
In the snow-capped mountains of Finland, in its very center, is hidden a small Finnish Switzerland called Ukkohalla. The ski center got its name due to its location on the territory of the Palyakan nature reserve, in the cleanest region of Kainu by ecological standards. The center is located right on the shore of Lake Syväjärvi. Heady air, crystal clear snow, a huge number of lakes and rivers, picturesque forests and steep hillsides have attracted a huge number of tourists and vacationers for many years. It is the perfect place for a family vacation.
On the fifteen slopes of Ukkohalla, there are ideal slopes of various levels of difficulty for skiing and tobogganing. And for lovers extreme kind slalom sports, half-pipe descent is being prepared. For the convenience of visitors, there is a ski equipment rental for any kind of sport. And beginners can use the services of highly qualified instructors.
Not far away, about 20 km away, is the smaller ski center Paljakka. Purchased Ski-pass in one of the centers gives the right to ride 23 slopes in ski resorts, as well as use the services of lifts.
For the youngest guests, in addition to skiing, they offer a lot of entertainment in the form of Junnu Park, the Katin Kulta water park (Vuokatti), children's playgrounds in restaurants, the Santa Claus children's village and, of course, unforgettable pony rides.
It is worth mentioning another center located in the immediate vicinity of Ukkohalla, this is a water wellness center. They offer a lot of entertainment in the form of snowmobile riding, reindeer and dog sledding, horseback riding in the snow-capped mountains and walks in the forest. For fishing enthusiasts, there is an ideal opportunity to fish with a rod on ice fishing.
Paljakka and Ukkohalla were not long ago separate small ski resorts on opposite sides of the Paljakan National Park. Together they turned into pretty large resort and made full use of the advance given by nature: in National park the cleanest snow and the cleanest air.
The views here are idyllic: hills, tall spruce trees, mirrors of lakes - what you need for a calm family vacation... Read our review on why a secluded holiday with children in Ukkohalla-Paljakka is good for the whole family.
Where is Ukkohalla-Paljakka located
The Ukkohalla-Paljakka ski area is located in Central Finland, in the Kainuu province, in the Puolanka community, near the border with Russia. The administrative center of the Kainuu province is the city of Kajaani (or Kajaani). The distance from Paljakka to Helsinki is 627 km, to Kajaani - 67 km, to Puolanka - 33 km, to St. Petersburg - 670 km. The ski areas Paljakka and Ukkohalla are located 27 km from each other.
Vacation with children
Family holidays in Ukkohalla-Paljakka have at least one untypical advantage: a resort out of touch with civilization with its museums and entertainment centers, perfectly adapted for close communication between parents and children. In such a journey, mutual understanding is born, which is difficult to overestimate.
But the typical benefits are enough. The most important thing, of course, is skiing. Ski resort Ukkohalla-Paljakka is able to enchant beginner skiers: here they will succeed.
AND perfect complement for skiing will be luxurious winter landscapes and a mysterious veil northern lights (It is not always possible to see the glow, but it is also interesting to wait and look for it).
After a day on the slopes, cozy Finnish cottages, the warmth of a live fire in the fireplaces and a hearty dinner await you: Finnish cuisine is nutritious and delicious.
In summer, in Ukkohalla-Paljakka, you can just walk with your children. Walking aimlessly, listening to bird trills and watching the sun, which even in the evening hours does not want to leave heaven. Walk purposefully, picking blueberries, lingonberries, cloudberries in the forest. Walking is fun trying new sports games. This is an opportunity to take a break with your child from lessons and developmental activities, and then be surprised to notice a leap in development.
However, it should be noted that Ukkohalla-Paljakka does not yet claim to be a family resort, and therefore does not create special conditions for recreation with small children. If you are going to these parts with a baby, try to take everything you need for the baby with you.
When is the best time to go
In late autumn, Ukkohalla-Paljakka officially opens the new ski season. Already at this time, you can ride, using freshly fallen snow and free tracks. The influx of skiers will begin on the eve of Christmas and New Years, and the second wave will surge in late February - early March, when the Finns themselves go on ski holidays.
The summer season in Ukkohalla-Paljakka passes without an excessive influx of tourists, although this resort cannot be called empty.
Weather and climate
The climate of Ukkohalla-Paljakka is moderately continental. And as in all of Finland, winter here is generous with snow and frost, and summer flies by like an instant, giving only a meager portion of heat. But it is just the cold, snowy winter that skiers appreciate - for the excellent coverage on the tracks and for the incredible beauty around.
Winter in Ukkohalla-Paljakka starts already in November, when the average daytime temperature does not exceed -2 \u200b\u200b° C. By the middle of the month, there is a layer of snow sufficient for skiing on the slopes of the hills. By December, the air temperature drops to -7 ° C, and in January-February the peak of cold weather occurs: the average of these months is -10 ° C, but sometimes thermometers show -20 ° C. Usually the temperature drops with sunset, and in winter in Finland, the celestial body is in a hurry to hide behind the horizon.
March is also dominated by winter. The average temperature of -6 ° C and a thick layer of snow are met with enthusiasm by skiers - skiing in such conditions is very comfortable. But in April it gradually warms up, the thermometer more and more often rise above zero, and in the second half of the month the season ends.
May is a short and cold spring with rains. And June-August is considered to be summer, although the average temperature in July, the hottest month, is only + 16 ° С. But sometimes the resort is covered with summer heat up to + 30 ° С.
July and August are considered the rainiest months, although it rains less often than, for example, in Vienna or Barcelona.
In September, you need to take a warm jacket with you to the resort, since the daytime temperature barely reaches + 8 ° C. In October, the thermometer freezes near zero, and in November, winter again comes into its own.
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Ukkohalla and Paljakka are located 20 km from each other, they have a unified ski slope system and a common ski pass. Those wishing to spend a vacation on the local slopes should take care of their desire in advance: the resort is very popular among Finns and Europeans, who have a bad habit of planning their vacation six months before it starts.
Ukkohalla resembles a village in the Alps: around Lake Syväjärvi rise beautiful mountains... On them, on one side, there are ski slopes, and on the other, cottages are sheltered.
How to get there
A flight from Helsinki to Kajaani takes 50 minutes, and a train journey on the same route takes 8 hours. From Kajaani to Paljakka (and Ukkohalla) - about an hour and a half transfer.
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Trails
The local slopes will delight both skiers with different levels of skiing, and snowboarders - the resort has a half-pipe and two specialized slopes. The longest slope is 810 m, and the vertical drop in the resort is 170 m. Sled enthusiasts will be able to ride freely on the local toboggan runs.
The resort has 11 slopes, two of which are for children and for beginners, ski lifts - 6. The ski season here lasts from November to April. Especially attracts amateurs active rest renovated Hallapark, the tracks of which delight with a variety of relief. Extremists rush to conquer the exclusive TreeRide forest route.
In addition to skiing and snowboarding, you can ride a snowmobile (snowmobile) here; ice skating; on reindeer and dog sleds; in a sleigh pulled by horses.
All five slopes of the resort are in perfect condition due to the continuously running snow cannons.
Ski passes
An adult ski pass for a full day costs 34 EUR, a ski pass for children - 26 EUR. A six-day pass for an adult costs 135 EUR, for a child - 98 EUR. Equipment rental price for one day is 26-35 EUR.
Prices on the page are as of April 2019.
Hotels
You can spend the night in finia, a kind of "fisherman's houses", the cost of the night is 60 EUR. A trip to the Finnish sauna will cost 15-22 EUR. Not far from the resort, just 35 kilometers away, in the village of Huryunsalmi, there is the Aurinkorintela water park.
6 things to do in Ukkohalla
- Visit an abandoned fishing village on the island of Selkä-Sarvi to see for yourself the cache of smugglers who transported alcohol to Finland during Prohibition.
- In the very center of Lemmenjoki Park, try to find a grain of gold on your own. The best way to do this is to rent a boat.
- Go ice fishing.
- Look into the village of Santa Claus, which is located in the town of Kuhmo.
- Dive deep in the pools at Katin Kulta Water Park in Vuokatti.
- Ride mini horses at Pony Farm.
Pallas-Yllästunturi National Park
The nearby Pallas-Yllästunturi National Park is Finland's third largest national park and is laced with dozens of scenic trails of varying length and difficulty and over 500 km of exciting ski trails. The breathtaking beauty of the landscapes opening onto the chain of the country's highest hills, the Taivaskero, is worth the pedestrian effort.
Perameri National Park
Another natural "oasis" - national park Unfortunately, Perameri is accessible only to experienced sailors, as the way here runs by water. Its islands are home to thousands of birds. Walking between the islands can be done on motor boats, which are rented to tourists locals... Among hectares of wilderness, only the island of Selkä-Sarvi has been touched by civilization, throwing a lasso of trails from wooden bridges on it, setting up a tent site.
Skiing in Ukkohalla
Oulanka Park
The most popular place is Oulanka Park, ideal for hiking and relaxing walks along the Joluankajoki River. Every self-respecting tourist knows about the local route Bear Trail. In winter, those who like to walk are armed with snowshoes or special skis, so the park is open all year round.
Lemmenjoki park
So we got to the largest park in Finland - Lemmenjoki. The pristine beauty of forests, ideal for hiking trails, and impressive gold deposits - a cocktail that whets the appetite of fans of Finnish history. You can fish on the territory in specially designated places.
Northern Finland and Lapland
- Where to stay: Those who like to conquer the slopes are advised to stop right at the chosen resort. Arctic hotels in Saariselkä is an interesting experience to live in one of the northernmost resorts in the world. It's a little expensive here, but the views are awesome. And then there is a spa and even a water park. Vuokatti is perhaps the most family-friendly of all Finnish resorts, the choice of accommodation is very, very. And very close - Kajaani and Kuhmo, there is also accommodation for tourists. We are going to Kemijärvi with children - to visit Santa. For fun urban adventures, welcome to Oulu. Hotels - for every taste, fresh sea air - for free. Rovaniemi hotels are a choice for those who want everything from Lapland at once. There is nature, sports, culture with art, and shopping, of course.
- What to see: Sometimes it seems like stop at any point
