Pärnävaara trail 6 km, Timitra ski center

The trails at the Timitra ski center are also designed for competitive skiing, so the trail network is versatile. Skiers can enjoy long descents, sharp climbs, and fast turns.  You can ski both classic and skating styles on the trails. Trail lights turn on by dusk sensors on all lit trails and turn off at 9 PM.
 

The route also includes the option to circle steep climbs and difficult descents, as well as shorter 3 and 5 kilometer sections. There is a cabin at the ski center where you can enjoy a hot drink by the campfire and rest after your skiing trip.
 

Opening hours for ski waxing facilities and changing rooms as well as sled dog skiing shifts

Real-time trail maintenance tracking

The Finnish Ski Association has compiled six tips to keep the trails peaceful and everyone in good spirits throughout the winter:

• Remember that the trail is shared. Be considerate of others.
• Always ski on the right, pass on the left. 
• Do not walk your dog on the trail.
• Choose your skiing style. Do not skate on the classic trail.
• Step off the trail if you want to take a selfie or stop for other reasons.
• Give others enough space to ski or descend hills.

You can reach Lieksa by train via vr.fi

and by bus via matkahuolto.fi

Route description 6 km: 

 0: Start: From the stadium area

0 - 1 km: gentle descent and flat terrain, followed by a longer gentle climb and gentle descent to the cabin.

1 - 3 km: The trail passes through a beautiful spruce forest. A long, challenging climb and a fast descent with a sharp turn at 1.5 km near the bottom. After the climb, the trail continues with a challenging descent that must be taken carefully. (At 1.7 km, you can shorten the route by switching to the 3 km trail.)

3 – 4 km: The trail continues uphill, followed by a long descent. Fitness equipment is located at 3.2 km.

4 - 5 km: Bridge, from which the 6 km trail continues to the left with a long descent followed by a climb. (The 3 and 5 km loops turn right from the bridge). The cabin is at this point. 

5 - 6 km: Flat trail through the forest, followed by a steep climb and a demanding descent. The last part goes counterclockwise on the same trail back to the starting point.

Dress according to the weather and bring drinks and energy-rich snacks with you.