Destinations

A variety of coastal towns and cities located along the Bothnian Coastal Route – accessible and enticing all year round.

View over the river Umeälven, culturecenter Väven and sunset over the river.

Umeå

Umeå is young, creative, progressive and with 133,000 inhabitants, it is northern Sweden’s largest city. More than 37,000 students give the university city a youthful and international feel. Umeå’s cultural…

Skellefteå

Skellefteå is situated in the northern part of the Baltic Sea and is considered the epicentre of Europe’s green transition, being at the forefront of a green tech boom. It…
Jävre lighthouse in Piteå

Piteå

This lovely small town attracts visitors from all over the world. Piteå is a bustling tourist city, brimming with hospitality and charm. Along the 300 kilometre coast, be enticed by…

Luleå

The city of Luleå with 80,000 inhabitants with the city center located on a peninsula where the wide Luleriver meets the Bothnian bay the coast and sea is always present.…

Kalix

Where nature's beauty meets thrilling adventures. With pristine beaches, a captivating archipelago and a mysterious underground fortress, it's a northern paradise. Savour the exquisite Kalix Löjrom caviar, a delicacy with…

HaparandaTornio

The Swedish city of Haparanda and the Finnish city of Tornio form a twin city on top of the Bothnian bay where the mighty Torne River meets the sea. The…
Autumn in Kemi

Kemi

Kemi has a unique location both by the sea and in Finnish Lapland. The sea freezes in winter, creating a unique playground of activities for visitors and locals. Kemi is…
Winter fun in Liminka

Oulu Region

The Oulu Region includes Raahe, Liminka, Kempele, Hailuoto and Ii. The region has about 250,000 inhabitants and it is the fastest growing region in Finland. The region has a lively…
River Oulujoki in autumn

Oulu

On the edge of creativity and nature. Meet Oulu, that quirky northern city by the sea. This is a home of people who like to choose their own path and…
Kalajoki legendary sunset

Kalajoki

Kalajoki is a unique marine resort on the arctic coast of Bothnian Bay. Kalajoki is best known for its sand dunes, long sandy beaches and unforgettable sunsets, but has a…

Kokkola

Nestled along Finland's picturesque western coast, Kokkola greets travellers with its enchanting blend of history, culture, and nature. Experience the charm of well-preserved wooden houses in Neristan, the Old Town,…

Pietarsaari

Pietarsaari (Jakobstad in Swedish) has charm and a friendly atmosphere. Pietarsaari is an idyllic town, where culture and history are always present, and the genuine bilingualism makes the town more…

Vaasa

The Vaasa Region has risen gradually from the sea over a period of millennia. Today, the region offers visitors fresh winds, spellbinding scenery, modern technology and international trends mixed with…

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