Finland, with its untouched nature and wilderness, is predestined for mountain bike experiences. Enjoy the open fell landscape in Lapland, cycle in the peaceful forest trails or on the duckboards in the moorland areas – Finland offers varied routes and unique surroundings for beginners as well as the experienced mountain bikers.
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The Most Beautiful mountain biking trails in Finland
Mountain Biking
· Pallas-Yllästunturi National Park
Kukastunturin polkaisu MTB
recommended route
Difficulty
S1
moderate
21.2 km
3:00 h
403 m
403 m
The top of Kukastunturi Fell provides a spectacular view towards the fells of Pallas-Yllästunturi National Park. This place gives everyone plenty of space to breathe.
Mountain Biking
· Hossa National Park
Sininen saavutus trail (IMBA EPICS) in Hossa National Park
recommended route
Difficulty
S2
difficult
49 km
4:30 h
460 m
460 m
Showing the best parts of Hossa National Park, this trail is the only one in Finland with IMBA EPICS title, it has been selected among the best mountainbiking trails in the world.
Mountain Biking
· Northern Savo - Lakeland
Mountain bike tour Rahasmäen kierros in Tahko, Kuopio
recommended route
Difficulty
moderate
19 km
4:00 h
371 m
371 m
This rather demanding tour takes you to lovely forest paths, countryside gravel roads and nice viewing points. The rocky and steep parts of the tour add challenge to it.
Mountain Biking
· Pyhä-Luosto National Park
Mountain Biking Trail through Pyhä-Luosto National Park
recommended route
Difficulty
S1
moderate
32.5 km
5:00 h
427 m
502 m
Pedal your way through the Pyhä-Luosto National Park, following along its fell ranges, through old-growth forests and over terrain shaped by the continental ice sheet during the Ice Age. You can take a break from your park touring at charming huts and lean-tos.
Mountain Biking
· Finland
Sallatunturi scenery route, Salla
recommended route
5.4 km
0:36 h
116 m
145 m
A mountain bike route rising up to the handsome scenery of the Sallatunturi summit.
Mountain Biking
· Central Ostrobothnia
Mountain biking in sand dunes to fisherman village
recommended route
Difficulty
moderate
Open
31.6 km
2:39 h
25 m
23 m
Cycle along Northern Europe's largest sand dunes. The trail takes you from the quiet countryside through the pristine beach of Vattaja to the colourful fishing village of Ohtakari
Mountain Biking
· Joutsa
Leivonmäki Mountain Biking Trail
recommended route
Difficulty
moderate
21.9 km
4:00 h
30 m
31 m
Leivonmäki MTB takes you into the beautiful nature of Central Finland, where the esker landscape shaped by the Ice Age is dotted with kettle holes, mires and clear forest ponds.
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Go to Route PlannerMountain biking in the national parks
The Finnish national parks are particularly beautiful. Nature is specially protected here and is therefore very original. Some Finnish national parks have allowed mountain biking, so you can enjoy the well marked trails leading through the most beautiful natural landscapes of Finland. Remember to respect the surrounding nature and other people by following the guidelines and staying on the marked paths. Breathe in and let the two wheels carry you through the beauty of Finnish nature.
Photo: Visit Ylläs
Mountain bike paradise Lapland
Lapland attracts adventurous mountain bikers due to the untouched wilderness and incredible expanse of the area. In Lapland you can either go to the trails alone or join a guided tour all year round. The experienced guides know the area better than anyone else. In winter, you are well-advised to rent a fat bike. With them you can easily explore and enjoy the beautiful snow-covered landscapes.
Get your hurt pumping on the top destinations in Lapland, where you will find perfect settings for mountain biking and wide variety of different terrains and altitude differences. Climb to the top of the fell or take an adventure in the shades of forests.
Winter mountain biking
Winter is a great time to enjoy mountain biking on specially maintained winter routes. Riding through the snowy forests with fatbikes or electric fatbikes is a special experience. Lot of destination offer rental equipment and well maintained routes for winter cycling. The easiest way to experience the thrill of biking through the peaceful winter nature is to book a guided tour.
Photo: Roll Outdoors, Visit Finland
MTB Events
Finnish Lapland is known for hosting several annual mountain bike events that attract not just the locals. The Ylläs-Levi MTB race takes the participants through the wilderness of Lapland with Pallas-Yllästunturi National Park. In Pyhä and Luosto there is a festival for adventurous riders as well as families that takes the mountain bikers over a total distance of 140 km. In the Ruka Mountain competition, you can choose between 20 km, 40 km and 60 km long racecourses. Tahko MTB in Eastern Finland is the biggest mountaibike competition in Finland with over 2000 participants each year.
Photo: Jani Kärppä, Pyhä-Luosto
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Savitaipale MTB-route by Tommi
May 08, 2022
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When did you do this route? May 07, 2022
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Mountain bike tour Tolmuslampi in Lintharju, Suonenjoki by Kari
March 17, 2022
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Mountain bike tour Tolmuslampi in Lintharju, Suonenjoki by Jonni
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February 21, 2022
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When did you do this route? July 27, 2021
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