Travel Reference
In-Depth Information
Runs a weekly program of activities in summer (and winter), including tar-boat cruises to
Turkansaari, cycling tours, sea canoeing, guided walks, and excursions to Kierikki.
Festivals & Events
In a country that wrote the topic on oddball festivals, Oulu has one of the weirdest.
Tervahiihto
SKIING
(Oulu Tar Ski Race;
www.tervahiihto.fi
)
Held in early March. This 70km skiing race (40km for women) has been running since
1889.
Air Guitar World Championships
MUSIC
Part of the Oulu Music Video Festival in late August. Contestants from all over the world
take the stage to show what they can do with their imaginary instruments.
Sleeping
There's little budget accommodation in Oulu.
Forenom House
HOTEL
You can't beat this spot for convenience: it's bang opposite the train station. There's a
range of rooms, sleeping up to five, with plenty of space as well as fridge and microwave;
they could do with better curtains. Book online or via the lobby terminal. Rates can be ex-
cellent value. It also offers apartments elsewhere in Oulu. Reception is staffed Monday to
Friday during working hours.
Nallikari Camping
CAMPGROUND
2, cabins €40-45, cottages €105-145;
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