Already centuries prior to a permanent population settling down in the area, the Sami people and coastal wanderers took advantage of the bounty provided at Kylmäluoma. During the 1600s, residents of Savo who had come to Kylmäluoma noticed how rich in fish the waters were, and chose to settle down there. The Kylmäluoma region remains popular among fishing enthusiasts. The first hiking area in Finland was made in 1979, at the same time as Hossa.
Popular with fishing and trekking enthusiasts, Kylmäluoma is located in the north-eastern part of the municipality of Taivalkoski. Kylmäluoma visitor center, with its campsites, is surrounded by natural peace, but it is easily accessible from Highway 5 (E63), between Kuusamo and Kajaani.
Favoured by fishermen and hikers, Kylmäluoma is located in the north-eastern part of the municipality of Taivalkoski. Kylmäluoma visitor centre, with its campsites, is surrounded by nature, but easily accessible from Highway 5 (E63), between Kuusamo and Kajaani.
Signs will direct drivers from Highway 5 towards the visitor centre about 50 kilometres south of the municipal centre of Kuusamo. From the intersection, the distance to Kylmäluoma visitor centre is 2 kilometres. Those driving along the Oulu-Kuusamo road should turn towards Kylmäluoma at the municipal centre of Taivalkoski. From the municipal centre, drive along Jokijärventie (8400) for 45 kilometres to Highway 5 (E63), from which the journey continues towards Kuusamo for another 10 kilometres.
A daily express bus connection runs between Kuusamo and Kajaani along Highway 5. Close by Kylmäluoma, there is a bus stop at the intersection of Pajuluomantie, which is 2 km from the visitor centre. Kylmäluoma also has village taxis, the contact information of which can be provided by the reception at the visitor centre. The closest airport is located in Kuusamo (58 km). Those travelling by train can take advantage of, for example, Kajaani, Oulu or Kontiomäki stations for transfers.
1.1. – 28.2. closed, open by appointment only 1.3. – 21.4. from 10am to 3pm 23.4. – 6.5. closed, open by appointment only 7.5. – 31.5. from 10am to 3pm 1.6. – 13.6. from 10am to 4pm 14.6. – 4.8. from 10am to 7pm 5.8. – 22.9. from 10am to 4pm 23.9. – 18.10. from 10am to 3pm 19.10. – 31.12. closed, open by appointment only
