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Karhunkierros (Bear's Ring)

Finland · Pohjois-Pohjanmaa

Karhunkierros, the Bear's Ring, runs through Oulanka National Park near Kuusamo, along river valleys and rapids and over suspension bridges. Wilderness huts and lean-tos line the trail.

Length
78 km
Ascent
1551 m
Descent
1629 m
Walking time
23 hr 43 min

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Start
Saaruan Taukotupa
Finish
Hautajärven luontotalo
Near the start
Parking · 50 m
Near the finish
Parking · Hautajärven luontotalo

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