Kuhmo

In a part of Finland struggling with decreasing population, Kuhmo has turned it to their advantage with sound self-irony, such as marketing themselves as the municipality with the hairiest population (clue: think claws). The Kuhmo

By Train

Kuhmo lies amidst the forests and lakes of eastern Finland, some 600 kilometres north of Helsinki. The nearest railway station and airport are in

By dial-a-ride

Kuhmo has a dial-a-ride service .

By taxi

See also: Kainuu and Eastern Oulu region §

By taxi

Menevä Kuhmo ,

+358 50-471-0470 (head of office) ,

toll-free:

0800-02120 (booking) ,

[email protected] .

Flag fall M–Sa 06:00–18:00: €4, other times and holidays: €7; 1–4 persons €0.90/km + €0.90/min, 5–8 persons minimum €20, €1.60/km + €0.90/min .

Smartphone apps: Valopilkku, 02 Taksi

Kuhmo Arts Centre

( Kuhmo-talo ),

Koulukatu 1 ,

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+358 8 615-55451 .

The Kuhmo Arts Centre offers a great variety of high quality congress spaces right in the city centre of Kuhmo. The Lentua hall and Pajakka hall also offer facilities for groups from 99 – 668 people. The woodwork of the uniquely beautiful Lentua hall was crafted by local carpenters. Restaurant Juttua offers tasty meals during the intervals. As Kuhmo is famous for chamber music as well as traditional folk music, it is also possible to be entertained by musicians and artists from local students up to international celebrities between your meetings.   ( updated May 2024 )

Juminkeko ,

Kontionkatu 25 ,

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+358 44-753-0670 ,

[email protected] .

Cultural centre. Features one of the biggest Kalevala collections.   ( updated May 2024 )

Kuhmo Visitor Centre Petola ,

Lentiirantie 342 ,

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+358 20-639-6380 , +358 40-825-6060 ,

[email protected] .

In winter by appointment, 2 May–15 June M–F 09:00–16:00, 16 June–12 August daily 09:00–17:00, 13 August–31 October M–F 09:00–16:00 .

National park visitor centre. The Predators on the Prowl exhibition and short nature films. 0.5 km accessible natu

Festivals

Kuhmo Chamber Music Festival

( Kuhmon Kamarimusiikki ),

Torikatu 39 ,

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+358 8 652-0936 .

2023: 9–22 July .

Leading chamber musicians transfix the town of Kuhmo in Eastern Finland every July with a skilfully designed festival programme, inimitable concerts, beautiful surroundings and sunlit nights that open the senses to new and sublime delight. The festival is the biggest chamber music festival in Finland (where most cities have their own), with some 70 concerts and 35,000 tickets sold. Concerts are held in the acoustically superb Lentua Hall of the Kuhmo Arts Centre, in the assembly hall of Kontio School, and in the town’s fine old wooden church. Although these venues are all within easy walking distance of one an­other, cycling remains the preferred mode of transport for both artists and audiences alike.

€0–37 per concert .  

Jolly July

( Hilpeä heinäkuu ),

Torikatu 39 .

Jolly July is an important part of the Kuhmo summer: a time when there’s plenty for all the family to do together – culture, nature and exercise. Grasp the activity summer with both hands! Don’t be put off by the heat or the rain. July is just for you and your children, just f

Local restaurants and trattorias serve regional cuisine featuring fresh, seasonal ingredients. Traditional dishes reflect the local culinary heritage.

Hotelli Kainuu ,

Kainuuntie 84 ,

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+358 8 655-1711 ,

[email protected] .

The one and only place to go drinking in Kuhmo.

Hotel Kalevala

( Hotelli Kalevala ),

Väinämöinen 9

( by the Lake Lammasjärvi, 3 km from Kuhmo centre ),

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+358 8 655-4100 ,

[email protected] .

Check-in: 14:00 , check-out: 12:00 .

Caters to holiday, special occasion and business visitors. Almost all rooms (44 double rooms and 3 suites) have a great lakeview. Well-being department with saunas, massage treatments etc. Cuisine designed for international taste whilst using local produce, meats and techniques.

126,00 .  

Tulijärven Tuvat ,

Mäntyrannantie 41

( by road 75, 10 km south from town ),

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+358 44-594-2757 .

A holiday village for the whole family. Cottages year round. Beautiful, peaceful and fresh wildlife around lake Tulijärvi (swimming possible). Versatile terrain for hiking, berry-picking, hunting and many other activities. In winter a wide ski track network.

€70–160 for two, additional people à €20–30, linen à €20; one week €420–960 .  

Hotel Kainuu

( Hotelli Kainuu ),

Kainuuntie 84 ,

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+358 8 655-4100 ,

[email protected] .

Check-in: 15:00–18:00 , check-out: 12:00 .

€77–89 .

Local shops offer regional products, handicrafts, and everyday necessities. Markets may be held weekly in the town square.

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