The trail is on the Koli Harbour shore on Lake Pielinen in Lieksa, in North Karelia. For itineraries, services, and links deeper into the Koli trail network, the City of Lieksa's hiking pages are a practical first stop. Metsähallitus describes the wider harbour walking area and the famous climb toward Ukko-Koli in t...
Lieksa
Official Maintenance
Either direction along the short connector is practical; pick the flow that matches ferry traffic and other pedestrians on the bridge.
Route direction
Recreation Area
Recreation Area
Lake
Lake
Dogs (On Leash)
Dogs
Open / Good Condition
Open / Good Condition
Hike / Walk
Activity
0.3 km
Distance
About 5–10 minutes one way at a stroll; add time for coffee or boat watching at Kolin satama Alamaja.
Est. Time
Short mixed harbour walkway and footbridge decking over small-boat basins; adjoining forest floor segments are likely compacted soil or gravel where the line leaves asphalt.
Surface
Point-to-Point, Single Track
Route Type
Light Traffic
Traffic
Partial Shade
Shade
2025
Renovation years
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Our data was researched from Lieksa, and other trusted sources, in March 2026. Our route / place GPX data comes from Metsähallitus / Lipas, last updated March 2026. Always check their official website for safety-critical updates.