Winter Koskikierros – A Multi-Use Trail in Ruunaa
The multi-purpose trail in the Ruunaa camping area offers winter cycling, snowmobiling and husky safaris.
Description
The winter multi-purpose route of the Koski Tour is a 33 km long circular route, starting from Ruunaa Tourism.Along the route there are conveniently spaced campsites and fireplaces in Hapavitja, Onkilampi and Siikakoski, where you can enjoy a picnic lunch and rest. The route is marked with snowmobile cameras and blue plough marks on the ice and bog sections. The route will be ploughed as necessary and announced on the Ruunaan Tourism Facebook page.
Accommodation and equipment hire for your winter trip is provided by Ruunaan Tourism and Ruunaan Hiking Centre.
In Ruunaa you can also go winter fishing, cross-country skiing, enjoy the sauna and stay in comfortable cabins or rooms.
You can explore Lieksa’s tourism services and attractions at www.lieksatravel.fi/en
Location & Parking
For instructions on how to get to Ruunaalle, visit the Luontoon.fi website.
Lieksa can be reached from Joensuu by train (vr.fi) and bus (matkahuolto.fi).
All parking areas are free of charge.
Additional information
Moderately difficult - good fitness is required.
Starting point
Ruunaan Tourism
Destination
Ruunaan Tourism
Difficulty level
Medium
Length
31.0km
Estimated time
07:55h
Ascent meters
189m
Descent meters
189m
Highest point
176m
Lowest point
116m
Author tips:
You can find the services of a winter hiker at Outdooractivate.
Author:
Mari Mustonen
Updated: 28.05.2026