Kokkola - Kalajoki Region - historical walks and holiday beaches

Kokkola - Kalajoki -merikaupungit

Karleby - Kalajokiområdet

 
Region

The region invites you with charming wooden towns, lovely lighthouses, Finland's northernmost archipelago and its uplift, sunny beaches and river valleys with wild nature. Culture can be experienced in many events, museums and round tours.

The coastal towns of Kalajoki, Kokkola, and Jakobstad invite you for a voyage of discovery to the sunniest coast in Finland. The unique archipelagos in Kvarken and in the Gulf of Bothnia with their enticing variety of nature and the beaches offer excellent opportunities for fun and relaxation for everyone regardless of age.

Tankar Island  with the lighthouse

Tankar Island with the lighthouse

What to see?

All of these cities have old wooden towns, Neristan in Kokkola, Skata in Jakobstad and Plassi in Kalajoki. These historical towns have palyed an important role in the life and destinies of those living there and tell tales of the history and seafaring traditions of the area. Small villages by the rivers along with the wild nature of the river valleys allure with their cleanliness, rustic charm and peaceful tranquillity.

The Swedish influence in the area can be noticed not only in bilingualism but also in the building traditions as well as in the rich offering of culture. The availability of music from folk to classical, sports from football to golf, rustic museums to art galleries and many types of events aroud them gives visitors the opportuninity to meet and mingle with local people and get to know the history of the area.

What to do?

Are you interested in finding new places, bicycling, paddling, fishing, visiting lighthouses or taking sea trips to and around beautiful and by nature unique archipelagos? All of this can be found here.

Sunny and funny days in Hiekkasärkät Sand Dunes

Sunny and funny days in Hiekkasärkät Sand Dunes

"The Nordic Riviera" - Kalajoki Tourism resort with its high quality services and long sand dune beaches are the number one attraction for families and those looking for some care free fun during the Finnish summer.

For those who are interested in shopping everything from small handicraft boutiques to shopping centres can be found. All of the towns have a strong market place tradition and the evening markets provide an enjoyable pastime for everyone.

Where to stay?

For accommodation there are different kinds of hotels, motels, B&B, cottages, holiday houses and camping sites right on the sea shore.

How to get there?

The region is located in the middle of Finland's western coast, about half way from Helsinki to Lapland. It is easy to get to by air, train, bus or car and also by boat. If you travel by car take the main road 8 and every now and then take a detour to explore some of the idyllic smaller roads on your way. For example the road no 749 takes you to the vivid 7 bridges Archipelago.

Our shared airport Kokkola-Pietarsaari is located in Kruunupyy. Fast daily train connections bring people from Helsinki to Kokkola and Pännäinen in less than four hours. There are also transport connections to Kalajoki. Well-equipped harbours for guest boats serve those who are travelling by boat along the coast.

For those who come by flight it is possible to use even the airpors of Vaasa to the South of region or Oulu in the North.

Booking Contacts:

Jakobstad Tourist Office

Runebergsgatan 12

68600 Jakobstad

Tel: +358-(0)6-7231 796, +358-(0)44-7851 893

Fax: +358-(0)6-7235 132

tourism@pietarsaari.fi

www.jakobstad.fi

Kalajoki - Tourism

Jukupolku 5

85100 Kalajoki

Tel: +358(0)8 4666 55

Fax: +358(0) 8 466 723

matkailuyhdistys@kalajoki.fi

www.kalajokimatkailu.fi

Kokkola Tourism Ltd

Kauppatori

67100 Kokkola

Tel: +358-(0)6-8289402

Fax: +358-(0)6-831 0306

tourism@kokkola.fi

www.visitkokkola.fi

7 Broars Skärgård

Norra Larsmovägen 30

68570 Larsmo

Tel: +358-(0)6-7857233

7broar@multi.fi

www.7broar.com

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  1. Jakobstad

    Jakobstad description

    The marine town Jakobstad was founded in 1652 by Countess Ebba Brahe, widow of the military commander Jacob de la Gardie (therefore town's Swedish name). The town was founded in the parish of Pedersöre.

    The marine town Jakobstad was founded in 1652 by Countess Ebba Brahe, widow of the military commander Jacob de...

    The marine town Jakobstad was founded in 1652 by Countess Ebba Brahe, widow of the military commander Jacob de la Gardie (therefore town's Swedish name). The town was founded in the parish of Pedersöre.
  2. Perhonjoki - Butterfly River

    Perhonjoki - Butterfly River description

    Fishing, hunting, drafting, hiking, trekking, folklore, traditional Finnish medicine, folk music, smoke saunas, sea, canoeing, river, crystal clear lakes, swamp activities, motorsports, paintball and much more.

    Fishing, hunting, drafting, hiking, trekking, folklore, traditional Finnish medicine, folk music, smoke...

    Fishing, hunting, drafting, hiking, trekking, folklore, traditional Finnish medicine, folk music, smoke saunas, sea, canoeing, river, crystal clear lakes, swamp activities, motorsports, paintball  and much more.
  3. 7 Bridges Archipelago

    7 Bridges Archipelago description

    The region attracts visitors with its lovely, clear-water sea and lakes, islands and the vivid, verdant countryside. The area's forests are made for hiking, and the modern city centres still feature unique, charming wooden...

    The region attracts visitors with its lovely, clear-water sea and lakes, islands and the vivid, verdant...

    The region attracts visitors with its lovely, clear-water sea and lakes, islands and the vivid, verdant countryside. The area's forests are made for hiking, and the modern city centres still feature unique, charming wooden architecture.
  4. Kalajoki Hiekat - Nordic Riviera

    Kalajoki Hiekat - Nordic Riviera description

    Enjoy your holiday with the most splendid sandy beaches and dunes, nature attractions, great free time activities and services of the Kalajoki Hiekat tourism resort.

    Enjoy your holiday with the most splendid sandy beaches and dunes, nature attractions, great free time...

    Enjoy your holiday with the most splendid sandy beaches and dunes, nature attractions, great free time activities and services of the Kalajoki Hiekat tourism resort.

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