This is a great 10k run on waterfront paths covering four islands, then waterfront paths along the Oulu and Tuira sides of the Merikoski rapids. Many scenic bridge crossings and sections along the water.
Toppila Island. Creative Commons 4.0: Arto häkkilä
Start in central Oulu at Pokkinens park (Pokkisenpuisto) and cross the pedestrian bridge to the small island containing the Oulu Castle, then briefly onto Kuusisaari Island (fitness park, running track), taking the small bridge that crosses to Korkiasaari Island. There are great views along the 1 km waterfront path on the south side. Cross the spectacular Korkeasaarensilta pedestrian bridge to Toppila Island, and follow the path on the island’s east side for 0.8 km, crossing the bridge into Tuira. Follow the scenic waterfront path for ~2 km. We’ve added a 1.2 km loop around Koskikeskus island. Continue for another 1.2 km to the Rautasilta Bridge. Cross the bridge and conclude the route with 2 km on waterfront paths on the Oulu side, much of it through Ainolan Park.
Add-Ons: See our loop around Toppila Island to extend your route. Can also mix with our Oulu Waterfront and Hiirosenoja River routes.
Shorter Options: Can eliminate some of the islands, or use one of the other bridges between Oulu and Tuira to shorten the route.
This is a great 10k run on waterfront paths covering four islands, then waterfront paths along the Oulu and Tuira sides of the Merikoski rapids. Many scenic bridge crossings and sections along the water.
Toppila Island. Creative Commons 4.0: Arto häkkilä
Start in central Oulu at Pokkinens park (Pokkisenpuisto) and cross the pedestrian bridge to the small island containing the Oulu Castle, then briefly onto Kuusisaari Island (fitness park, running track), taking the small bridge that crosses to Korkiasaari Island. There are great views along the 1 km waterfront path on the south side. Cross the spectacular Korkeasaarensilta pedestrian bridge to Toppila Island, and follow the path on the island’s east side for 0.8 km, crossing the bridge into Tuira. Follow the scenic waterfront path for ~2 km. We’ve added a 1.2 km loop around Koskikeskus island. Continue for another 1.2 km to the Rautasilta Bridge. Cross the bridge and conclude the route with 2 km on waterfront paths on the Oulu side, much of it through Ainolan Park.
Add-Ons: See our loop around Toppila Island to extend your route. Can also mix with our Oulu Waterfront and Hiirosenoja River routes.
Shorter Options: Can eliminate some of the islands, or use one of the other bridges between Oulu and Tuira to shorten the route.
Among our several centrally located waterfront routes in Oulu, this 11 km loop is focused on paths along the Merikoski Raoids and the Ouloujoki River in Oulu and Tuira. It's almost all on pedestrian/cycle paths, mostly along the water, with great views.
This route follows the Hiirosenoja River, a tributary of the Ouloujoki River extending southeast of Oulu. Since the river is narrow, this feels more like a run through canal-side parks. There are out & back and a couple of different loop options.
A fun and easy to follow 5.6 km loop around Topilla Island, located just west of central Oulu. Nice waterfront paths, parks, and a section along the popular Nallikari Beach. Good add-on options.
A nice route in northern Oulu combining paths along sections of Kuivasjärvi Lake, Pyykösjärvi Lake, and the University of Oulu campus, all connected by a good network of cycle paths. Some nice water views and wooded sections with lovely birch trees.
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