Cross-country skiing

On land and on ice, there are cross country skiing routes everywhere.

Cross-country ski trails and trail maps

The Kuopio region has up to 600 kilometres of cross-country ski trails. Wherever you spend your free time in the region, the nearest trail is almost always just around the corner.

Kuopio’s main cross-country ski routes cover the Puijo–Puijonsarvi and Jynkänvuori–Petonen areas. However, as the trail map shows, trails can be found throughout the city – both on land and on frozen lakes. Once the lake trails open, visitors staying in the city centre can conveniently start skiing from Kuopio Passenger Harbour or Puijo Ski Stadium, which is also easy to reach by bus.
In Rauhalahti, the trails are right on your doorstep, and you can reach the city centre either by skiing along the lake trail or by bus. Popular places to stop for a break include the Pilppa and Tervaruukki huts, as well as dozens of lean-to shelters and campfire sites along the trails and on the islands of Lake Kallavesi.

Skiing and relaxing

Of course, a truly magical skiing trip includes a relaxing break. In the Capital of Lakeland, there are dozens of stunning natural sites and campfire spots ideal to stop and snack, rest a little, or just enjoy the scenery. You’ll find most of those places marked in the maps, but you can always find your own favorite spot in the midst of nature.

If you are looking for a track map, weather information or any help with planning your skiing trip, the staff at your accommodation will be happy to help you.