Travel Reference
In-Depth Information
boat channel
with a lock built to enable boats laden with tar barrels to pass the Äm-
mäkoski rapids.
Kainuun Museo
MUSEUM
noon-7pm Wed, also noon-4pm Sat late Jun-early Aug)
The town museum, near the train station, has a good permanent exhibition on Kajaani's
history, including info on the castle, tar boats and Elias Lönnrot. There are also regular
temporary exhibitions.
Sleeping & Eating
As you head north, Finland's restaurant scene starts to worsen somewhere around Kajaani.
Kartanohotelli Karolineburg
HOTEL
sauna from €115, ste from €185; )
Set in a wooden manor house and various outbuildings, this makes an intriguing place to
stay, offering a wide range of chambers, from suites with their own sauna and terrace to
simpler modern rooms. Elegant furnishings, bosky grounds and friendly staff make it a ro-
mantic choice. Cross the bridge past the castle and you'll see it signposted to your left.
Sirius
FINNISH
10.30am-2pm Mon-Fri)
Located above the rapids, this restaurant is set in a striking 1940s villa built as a residence
for the local paper company. There are good daily lunch specials and a great terrace out the
back.
Ranch
TEX-MEX
Tue, 10.30am-10pm Wed-Thu, 10.30am-11pm Fri, noon-11pm Sat, 2-8pm Sun)
