Welcome to Pohjolan
Pirtti & Kievari
"We have sauna, nature and peace,
Finnish traditions and countryside.
Come enjoy and feel at ease,
It’s the place to put all worries aside"
Wishing you welcome
the family Pohjola
Located in the village of Vuotunki, half an hour away from Ruka and Kuusamo, you can find the historic country estate of Pohjola. The first stories from Pohjola date back to 1686 when our ancestors settled in Vuotunki amongst the first pilgrims who arrived to the village.
Nowadays owned by the 11th generation of the family, Pohjola is offering unforgettable and authentic Finnish experiences for its visitors. We are proud of our historical buildings, cultural heritage and the pure nature surrounding us and are committed to preserving them so that our guests can enjoy them as well. We welcome you to experience the traditions of Finnish sauna, visit Santa Claus at his cottage or perhaps spend a day as a Finn.
Traditional Finnish Sauna
Our saunas have been acknowledged with Sauna from Finland -certificate!
The saunas that receive the certificate are top quality sauna experiences which are built around the customers and allow them to enjoy the authentic, high quality, comprehensive and memorable sauna experiences.
We wish to offer you an unforgettable moment with our one of a kind sauna facilities and services. Your only job is to relax and enjoy the experience!
Wild Food Restaurant in Kuusamo
Enjoy wild food from Kuusamo and locally sourced delicacies inspired by nature. Our wild food dinners invite you to savour the finest flavours of the region’s pure nature: fish from local lakes, game from the forests, wild berries, and mushrooms. During the festive season, our Christmas buffet dinners and New Year’s celebration meals add a warm, seasonal touch.
Our private restaurant prepares local wild food specialties tailored to your wishes for groups.
Christmas, Santa's Cottage & Winter Activities
A variety of fun winter activities in the surrounding nature ensure memorable experiences for the whole family. Meet Santa Claus and Mrs. Claus at their cosy cottage, take part in festive Christmas activities, and go sledding with Santa’s elves. Indulge in traditional Christmas dinners, relax in a private Christmas sauna and enjoy fun winter days filled with sledding and fun moments by the open fire hut. Christmas season, we will also serve traditional Christmas Eve and Christmas Day buffet dinners in the warm and inviting setting of the Kievari, Santa Claus will be paying a visit too!
Unforgettable experiences and activities in Kuusamo
At Pohjolan Pirtti & Kievari, traditions, history, and old stories come to life through the events we organize and the unforgettable experiences we offer. Our services include both bookable day activities and seasonal community events held at Pohjolan Kievari and its beautiful courtyard.
Join us and discover what it’s like to spend a day in the shoes of a local!
