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Kuusamo

Valtavaara Summit and Hut – View from Konttainen loop from Ruka

Routes
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Finland
Northern Finland
Kuusamo

Valtavaara Summit and Hut – View from Konttainen loop from Ruka

Hard

45

runners

Valtavaara Summit and Hut – View from Konttainen loop from Ruka

02:14

16.8km

570m

Running

Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: March 23, 2026

Waypoints

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Bus stop

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3.29 km

Valtavaaranlampi Wilderness Hut

Highlight • Mountain Hut

This wilderness hut is a great treat, especially on a chilly day. There are wooden benches and a fire pit to get warm again. It is located at the idyllic Valtavaaran Lake.

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2

4.29 km

Stone steps trail

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It's slippery, rocky and steep here. Steps cut into the ground help you get up and down safely and train your calves at the same time.

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3

4.33 km

Valtavaara Summit and Hut

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From the top of Valtavaara mountain at 492 meters, you have a beautiful view of the mostly flat landscape of Valtavaara-Pyhävaara Nature Reserve around you. If it is chilly (like …

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4

6.24 km

Suolampi Laavu Shelter

Highlight • Mountain Hut

Here you can build a fire, take a break and enjoy the waterside views!

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5

7.34 km

Take some time to read up on the Oulanka National Park before beginning your outdoor adventure!

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6

8.35 km

View from Konttainen

Highlight • Viewpoint

From this small hill know as Konttainen, you can overlook the beautifully wooded landscape with deep blue lakes like Lake Purnu and Lake Kanto.

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7

8.38 km

Sunset View Over Lakes and Hills

Highlight • Viewpoint

One kilometer from the parking lot to the viewpoint. Check the weather forecast for sunset times for stunning views.

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8

8.99 km

Konttaisen Kuhaus Trail

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Konttaisen Kuhaus is a beautiful short loop trail that treats you with views over Valtavaaran Nature Reserve just south and the numerous shimmering lakes in this area.

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16.8 km

End point

Bus stop

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Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

11.5 km

2.52 km

2.06 km

622 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

15.0 km

1.21 km

192 m

174 m

151 m

< 100 m

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Highest point (470 m)

Lowest point (310 m)

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