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Julma-Ölkky Suspension Bridge – Hut and viewpoint at Somerjoki loop from Julma-Ölkky

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Northern Finland

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Julma-Ölkky Suspension Bridge – Hut and viewpoint at Somerjoki loop from Julma-Ölkky

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Julma-Ölkky Suspension Bridge – Hut and viewpoint at Somerjoki loop from Julma-Ölkky

06:15

21.4km

210m

Hiking

Hard hike. Very good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: February 27, 2026

Tips

Includes segments that may be dangerous

Parts of this route comprise highly technical, difficult, or hazardous terrain. Specialist equipment and prior experience is required.

After 29 m for 21 m

After 5.68 km for 1.89 km

Waypoints

Start point

Parking

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39 m

Trailhead with benches and summer café

Highlight • Rest Area

If you want to pay the stunning Ölkky canyon a visit, this is your location to go. You can reach the trailhead by bus, but there is also a decent …

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1.51 km

Julma-Ölkky

Lake

2.77 km

Julma-Ölkky Suspension Bridge

Highlight • Bridge

The suspension bridge over the Julma Ölkky Gorge is a real highlight in the national park. So you can shorten the circular hike around the gorge to five kilometers. The …

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5.41 km

Ölkynpera wilderness hut

Highlight • Mountain Hut

6.07 km

Viewpoint

11.2 km

Ala-Ölkky

Lake

12.5 km

Spring at Hossa National Park

Highlight • Natural

14.2 km

Hut and viewpoint at Somerjoki

Highlight • Mountain Hut

14.4 km

Lihapyörre Pond

Highlight • Lake

Lihapyörre Pond is a scenic spot nestled along a bend in the Somerjoki River, where towering pines line the banks. The river enters and exits along distinct, winding routes, adding …

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17.4 km

Värikallio Kota — shelter and BBQ area

Highlight • Mountain Hut

The barbecue area is right by the lake and in close proximity to the rock paintings on the Värikallio cliffs.

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18.6 km

Ala-Olkky lean-to

Highlight • Mountain Hut

A typical wooden hut with a barbecue area is nestled in the forest along the Somerjoki. You will find some rustic picnic benches and great spots to pitch your tent.

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21.4 km

End point

Parking

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

12.2 km

8.23 km

891 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

12.7 km

3.86 km

2.98 km

1.78 km

< 100 m

Elevation

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Highest point (290 m)

Lowest point (230 m)

Weather

Friday 22 May

19°C

8°C

52 %

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Julma-Ölkky Suspension Bridge – Hut and viewpoint at Somerjoki loop from Julma-Ölkky

Trailhead with benches and summer café

Julma-Ölkky Suspension Bridge

Ölkynpera wilderness hut

Spring at Hossa National Park

Hut and viewpoint at Somerjoki

Lihapyörre Pond

Värikallio Kota — shelter and BBQ area

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