WELCOME TO PALJAKKA
When you first reach the hills and lakes of Puolanka a chance meeting with a glassy eyed reindeer will tell you that you have now crossed over into the area of reindeer husbandry which streches from Kainuu Region right up to the northernmost tip of Lapland.
ACTIVITIES
Paljakka holiday resort is located in Puolanka municipality. Ukkohalla resort (in Hyrynsalmi) is located very close, only 20km (20 min) from each other. These two resorts together offer a wide range of interesting programme for your stay.
Nature in Puolanka offers much in terms of recreation. There are plenty of outdoor activities to try here, such as skiing, snowmobiling and golf. Visit the Tourist information website for more information.
Golf: Paltamo Golf (approx. 30-minute-drive from Paljakka), golf course also in Vuokatti (a one-hour-drive from Paljakka)
NATURE
Hepoköngäs: Finland's highest 24-metre, untouched waterfall is one of the region's most wellknown and popular sights. A trip to this thundering waterfall is guaranteed to clear the mind.
Pirunkirkko (Devil's Church): a gorge sheltered by primeval spruce trees. Just the high rocky walls and stone pulpit make it a sight worth seeing.
Hiidenkirkko and Vorlokki canyons: these canyons take the form of deep gorges in the bedrock which remain filled with snow and ice well into the summer.
TRANSPORT CONNECTIONS
Nearest airport: in Kajaani, 65 km, a one-hour-drive to Paljakka / Puolanka
Nearest railway station: in Paltamo, 40 km, 45-minute-drive from Paljakka, slightly more from the centre of Puolanka
See more on transport connections here
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26.07.2010
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