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Rock paintings – Värikallio – Julma-Ölkky Suspension Bridge loop from Hossa National Park

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Eastern Finland

Suomussalmi

Rock paintings – Värikallio – Julma-Ölkky Suspension Bridge loop from Hossa National Park

Hard

5.0

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Rock paintings – Värikallio – Julma-Ölkky Suspension Bridge loop from Hossa National Park

05:01

17.4km

160m

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: May 15, 2026

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Includes a segment that may be dangerous

A part of this route comprises technical, difficult, or hazardous terrain. Specialist equipment and prior experience may be required.

After 10.5 km for 2.60 km

Waypoints

Start point

Parking

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2.98 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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3.36 km

Rock paintings – Värikallio

Highlight • Historical Site

The rock paintings are between 3,500 and 7,000 years old. They show people and animal figures. Presumably they convey a shamanic message. You can look at the pictures from a bridge construction.

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4.92 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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6.58 km

Ala-Ölkky

Lake

9.16 km

Julma-Ölkky

Lake

10.5 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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12.2 km

The trail takes you high above the shimmering Julma-Ölkky which offers a stunning view into the canyon that was carved by the water. A little further north, you can take a shortcut over a scenic suspension bridge.

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13.0 km

Boathouse

Highlight • Rest Area

Idyllically located boathouse by Lake Julma-ölkky, which means "The Cruel Gorge" in Finnish.

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17.2 km

Hut and viewpoint at Somerjoki

Highlight • Mountain Hut

17.4 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

End point

Parking

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

11.3 km

5.76 km

293 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

11.8 km

2.25 km

1.60 km

1.56 km

189 m

Elevation

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Highest point (280 m)

Lowest point (230 m)

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Friday 22 May

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98 %

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Rock paintings – Värikallio – Julma-Ölkky Suspension Bridge loop from Hossa National Park

Värikallio Kota — shelter and BBQ area

Rock paintings – Värikallio

Ala-Olkky lean-to

Julma-Ölkky Suspension Bridge

Above Julma-Ölkky

Boathouse

Hut and viewpoint at Somerjoki

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