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Salpa Line and Livaara Circuit – Loop from Kuusamo

Salpa Line and Livaara Circuit – Loop from Kuusamo

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Salpa Line and Livaara Circuit – Loop from Kuusamo

07:17

85.3km

410m

Gravel riding

Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: April 18, 2025

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Start point

Parking

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7.92 km

Salpa Line Trenches at Vanttajankannas

Highlight • Historical Site

The Vanttajankannas area in Kuusamo features a 4.5 km (2.8 miles) military history trail showcasing restored fortifications from Finland's Salpalinja defense line, constructed during World War II to protect the eastern border. Along the trail, visitors can explore various wartime defense structures, including communication trenches, saps, and firing trenches, with information boards provided in Finnish, English, and German. The trail offers a moderately easy hike through diverse terrains, marked with blue-and-white signs.

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13.0 km

Lahtela rest stop hut area

Highlight • Mountain Hut

Lahtela rest stop hut area is located along the Vanttajankannas Salpalinja in Kuusamo, featuring a 4.5 km (2.8 miles) military history trail. This trail showcases the restored fortifications from Finland's Salpalinja defense line, constructed during World War II to protect the eastern border. Along the trail, visitors can explore various wartime defense structures, including communication trenches, saps, and firing trenches, with information boards provided in Finnish, English, and German. The trail offers a moderately easy hike through diverse terrains, marked with blue-and-white signs.

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58.8 km

Scenic Gravel Road in Finland

Highlight • Cycleway

This entire section is mostly gravel road and unpaved. However, the road is in very good condition and easy to drive on.

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85.3 km

End point

Parking

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

71.5 km

12.1 km

1.15 km

399 m

118 m

115 m

Surfaces

60.1 km

23.8 km

1.55 km

< 100 m

Elevation

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Highest point (310 m)

Lowest point (250 m)

Weather

Friday 29 May

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3°C

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