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Eastern Finland
North Karelia

Räsävaara Observation Tower – View of Lake Pielinen loop from Koli

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Bike touring routes & trails
Finland
Eastern Finland
North Karelia

Räsävaara Observation Tower – View of Lake Pielinen loop from Koli

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5.0

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Räsävaara Observation Tower – View of Lake Pielinen loop from Koli

03:08

34.4km

510m

Cycling

Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

Last updated: April 18, 2026

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4.11 km

Räsävaara

Forest

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4.76 km

Rasavaara Observation Tower

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Not that easy access by bike, but nice view :)

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4.76 km

Räsävaara Observation Tower

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When approaching the observation tower, you may need to tow your bike uphill for ca 250-300 meters, but the effort will be rewarded.

The Räsävaara observation tower stands at just …

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20.6 km

Charming weathered houses line the route

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You simply must stop here to take a photo of the beautiful, grey-weathered old houses adorned with geranium flower boxes. As if that weren't enough, you'll also find a rusty bicycle sculpture on the wall.

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26.9 km

Sikoniemi Sandy Beach

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Beautiful sandy beach at Sikoniemi, just steps away from the gravel route. Perfect spot for a refreshing swim or simply to enjoy the pristine lakeside setting. A welcome oasis along your cycling adventure!

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27.6 km

View of Lake Pielinen

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29.2 km

Likolahti swimming beach and campfire site

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Take a refreshing dip in the crystal-clear waters of Lake Pielinen or simply relax on the sandy beach and listen to the gentle lapping of waves. Likolahti beach and campfire …

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32.0 km

Kolin Alamaja Lakeside Restaurant & Activity Center

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Koli's old Alamaja was located on this site before. It was one of the three first tourist cabins, along with Ylämaja and Mattila farms. Accessibility was ensured by a telephone, …

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32.0 km

Lakeside View at Pizza Restaurant

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Really good pizza as well as small cakes and treats

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34.4 km

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Way Types & Surfaces

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24.4 km

5.29 km

2.65 km

2.02 km

< 100 m

Surfaces

23.8 km

7.32 km

2.11 km

1.12 km

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