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The Finns were very successful on this front, inflicting enormous casualties on Russian di-
visions in frighteningly low temperatures. It sometimes opens for reduced hours in winter.
Activities
Hiking is the big drawcard in Kuhmo - the eastern 'branch line' of the UKK route passes
through here - but there are plenty of other ways to get active.
The website www.wildtaiga.fi has details of wildlife-watching and other outdoor activit-
ies offered in the region. There are bears, elk, flying squirrels, beavers, wolverines and
wild reindeer around here; excursions cost from €80 to €150.
Erämatkailu Piirainen CANOEING
( 0400-219-197; www.erapiira.fi )
Offers canoeing and wildlife-watching.
Taiga Spirit WILDLIFE-WATCHING
( 040-746-8243; www.taigaspirit.com )
Organises wildlife safaris and bear- and wolverine-viewing from hides.
Wild Brown Bear WILDLIFE-WATCHING
( 040-546-9008; www.wildbrownbear.fi ; Mar-Sep)
Runs bear-watching excursions (€120), with chances to view wolverines, wolves and other
creatures. Accommodation available.
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