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Discover the small and idyllic holiday destination in Koli, Finland, at the heart of the Pielinen archipelago. Enjoy authentic Finnish cottage life while staying close to services and the famous Koli National Park.

Find your perfect Koli stay at Kolikeskus!

We offer a variety of accommodation options to suit your needs, from cozy apartments to spacious villas. All our rentals are available year-round, ensuring a comfortable and memorable stay in Koli, Finland. Explore our options and book your perfect getaway today!
Cozy apartments for smaller groups
Our Koli Country Club apartments are perfect for families, accommodating 4 to 6 people. Enjoy modern amenities and a comfortable living space close to Kolikeskus and sports hall. .
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Brownish log cottage in the summer setting, with green grass in the front and leafy trees.
Kolin Aamuranta cottages
Each of these five cozy, high-end cottages provides accommodation for up to six people. They are located on the shore of Lake Pielinen, just 500 meters from Koli Harbour and the starting points of hiking trails in Koli National Park. Kolin Aamuranta cottages offer a comfortable stay in Koli, ideal for families and particularly suited for outdoor enthusiasts. This location also features a beach sauna and a jacuzzi, ensuring a relaxing and enjoyable experience.
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Three story red & black log villa with green crass and strairs.
Spacious villas for larger gatherings
Our three-story villas, Kolin Kuningas and Kolin Kuningtar, offer ideal accommodation for large families, multi-generational travelers, or groups of friends. With six bedrooms and 14 beds across three stories, everyone has space and tranquility when needed. Meanwhile, the spacious kitchen and living room area provide ample gathering space.
Kolin Kuningtar
Kolin Kuningas
Light green/white terraced wooden house in summer light, with green grass in the foreground.
A compact family unit
Our Loma-Koli 3 apartment is perfect for a family, accommodating 4 people. Enjoy modern amenities and a comfortable living space close to Kolikeskus and sports hall.
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Summer rental equipment available @ Kolikeskus

Ca­noes of­fer a uni­que and se­re­ne way to con­nect with na­tu­re, exp­lo­re wa­ter­ways, and app­re­cia­te the beau­ty of the out­doors. Whet­her gli­ding along tran­quil la­kes, na­vi­ga­ting win­ding ri­vers, or chal­len­ging roug­her wa­ters, ca­noes pro­vi­de a de­light­ful and im­mer­si­ve wa­ter ex­pe­rien­ce.

All inquiries and orders directly via email at seikkailu@polaradventures.fi

Stand-up padd­le boar­ding has gai­ned im­men­se po­pu­la­ri­ty due to its ac­ces­si­bi­li­ty, ver­sa­ti­li­ty, and the op­por­tu­ni­ty to en­joy the out­doors whi­le en­ga­ging in phy­si­cal ac­ti­vi­ty.

All inquiries and orders directly via email at seikkailu@polaradventures.fi

E-Fat bi­kes al­low ri­ders to ef­fort­less­ly tack­le hills, co­ver lon­ger dis­tan­ces, and ven­tu­re in­to va­rious ter­rains, ma­king them an ex­cel­lent choi­ce for na­tu­re ent­hu­siasts. Ri­ding an e-bi­ke in na­tu­re com­bi­nes the joys of cyc­ling with the ea­se of elect­ric as­sis­tan­ce, enab­ling ri­ders to reach breath­ta­king view­points and hid­den trails. It’s a sus­tai­nab­le and eco-friend­ly way to app­re­cia­te the great out­doors, pro­mi­sing an ex­ci­ting blend of tech­no­lo­gy and the beau­ty of na­tu­re.

All inquiries and orders directly via email at seikkailu@polaradventures.fi

Ri­ding a bi­cyc­le in na­tu­re pro­vi­des a uni­que pers­pec­ti­ve, al­lo­wing you to mean­der th­rough trails, moun­tains, fo­rests, and along sce­nic coast­li­nes. The sen­se of free­dom and the abi­li­ty to co­ver va­ried ter­rain ma­ke cyc­ling a po­pu­lar choi­ce for ad­ven­tu­re ent­hu­siasts and na­tu­re lo­vers. It’s an en­vi­ron­men­tal­ly friend­ly, healt­hy, and en­jo­yab­le way to im­mer­se your­self in the won­ders of na­tu­re whi­le emb­ra­cing the be­ne­fits of phy­si­cal ac­ti­vi­ty and the joy of dis­co­ve­ry.

All inquiries and orders directly via email at seikkailu@polaradventures.fi

Ka­ya­king on la­kes is an in­vi­go­ra­ting and im­mer­si­ve wa­ter ad­ven­tu­re that al­lows ent­hu­siasts to exp­lo­re the calm and pris­ti­ne wa­ters of la­kes. Ka­yaks, slen­der and st­ream­li­ned wa­terc­raft, pro­vi­de a clo­se-to-the-wa­ter ex­pe­rien­ce as padd­lers use doub­le-bla­ded padd­les to gli­de th­rough the la­ke’s sur­fa­ce. La­kes of­fer a se­re­ne and pic­tu­res­que set­ting for ka­ya­king, with op­por­tu­ni­ties to ob­ser­ve the sur­roun­ding wild­li­fe, en­joy breath­ta­king views, and ex­pe­rien­ce the tran­qui­li­ty of the wa­ter.

All inquiries and orders directly via email at seikkailu@polaradventures.fi

E-bi­kes al­low ri­ders to ef­fort­less­ly tack­le hills, co­ver lon­ger dis­tan­ces, and ven­tu­re in­to va­rious ter­rains, ma­king them an ex­cel­lent choi­ce for na­tu­re ent­hu­siasts. Ri­ding an e-bi­ke in na­tu­re com­bi­nes the joys of cyc­ling with the ea­se of elect­ric as­sis­tan­ce, enab­ling ri­ders to reach breath­ta­king view­points and hid­den trails. It’s a sus­tai­nab­le and eco-friend­ly way to app­re­cia­te the great out­doors, pro­mi­sing an ex­ci­ting blend of tech­no­lo­gy and the beau­ty of na­tu­re.

Your Home Away From Home: Kolikeskus Caravan Facilities

Discover the convenience and comfort of our caravan site at Kolikeskus. With a range of amenities and a beautiful natural pine forest setting, we provide the perfect base for your adventure in North Karelian lakeland region.

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Summer slots available for caravans, ensuring a comfortable stay.
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Winter slots available, providing year-round access to Koli area.

3 caravan cars next to pine forest in summer.

Stay Active at Kolikeskus Sports Hall

Our sports hall offers year-round activities, including indoor tennis, a gym, and a sauna. During the summer season, you also have access to a swimming beach and pier at Käränkä Pond. Take advantage of our SUP board and kayak rentals on Lake Pielinen, and don’t forget to explore the hiking trails in Koli National Park. North Karelia boasts plenty of cycling routes, including those starting from Koli, ranging from touring to gravel cycling.

You can book accommodation, caravan site, sports hall, rental saunas directly via email Kolikeskus@remal.fi.

You can also book accommodation via travel agencies/sites like Booking, Lomarengas, Expedia, Tripadvisor et ál.

Our own booking page comes online late summer 2025.

At Kolikeskus:

  • A cafeteria operates during the summer season.

  • Pets are welcome.

  • There is a playground for children.

  • A fireplace is available.

  • A swimming beach with a pier is accessible at Käränkälampi.

  • Rental saunas, including a traditional smoke sauna, are available.

  • Outdoor equipment for hiking, cycling, and water sports is available for rent.

  • Hiking paths start at Kolikeskus.

  • Visit the Finnish Ski & Skiing History Museum.

Near Kolikeskus (5-10 km)

  • Koli National Park and nature center Ukko.

  • Restaurants (Kolin Ryynänen, Ravintola Tervaskanto, Grill It Koli, Kolin Satamaravintola).

  • Grocery store, gas station, Koli heritage museum, sculpture art exhibition.

  • Summer cruises on Marival II ship on Lake Pielinen.

  • Merilänranta swimming beach at Lake Pielinen.

  • More rental saunas!

 

The Koli area is located a one-hour drive from Joensuu railway station and airport. You can travel here by public transportation, your own car, or even by bicycle.

The nearest airports to Koli are in Joensuu and Kuopio. Car rental providers are available at Joensuu Airport and Kuopio Airport.

Kolikeskus can provide taxi services between Koli and Joensuu.

Kolikeskus, Hiekkaniementie 2, FI-83960 Koli, Finland
#Kolikeskus Email: Kolikeskus@remal.fi Tel: +358 400 504 596
Company: Jukka Suninen Oy VAT: FI26292582

Red wooden building in the white snow winter setting, with sunny bright blue sky