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Pielinen, Koli National Park

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  • By Jan Willem t
    We visited the higher and lower parts of the park, the peaks offer splendid views over the lake Pielinen and meanwhile offer you a challenging hike over the path which leads you from peak to peak...  more »
  • By RP-HebdenBridge
    Stunning lake dotted with islands best viewed from the Koli viewpoint to get an idea of scale. A beautiful area  more »
  • By iTo1t0
    Pielinen is over 90 km long and 30 km wide and over 60 meter deep at its best. It has almost 1500 islands. At the top of Koli you get a nice view over the lake. Rent a kajak, canoe or I thing that...  more »
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Ukko-Koli Hill ©
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Paateri ©
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Pielisen Museum ©
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Hidden gems in Koli National Park

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Akka-Koli Hill ©
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Ukko-Koli ©
Ski Area
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Rasavaara Observation tower
Observation Deck
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Nature in Koli National Park

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Duration: 1h 30 min

Trails in Koli National Park

Makravaara Hill
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Duration: 4 hours
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3.1
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