For maps, GPX, seasonal notes, and the official description of this trail, start with the Pyhän jyssäys page on Luontoon.fi. The City of Kuusamo lists Pyhävaaran kota among maintained rest stops along popular hiking and ski trails in the Ruka area. Jonna Saari’s Retkipaikka article adds on-the-ground detail about...
Typically walked either way as a loop; choose the direction that feels easier for climbs.
Route direction
Recreation Area
Recreation Area
Lake
Lake
Posts carry reflective marking (sources mention green reflective tape and a red reflector plate).
Route Signs
Open / Good Condition
Open / Good Condition
Bike
Activity
Hike / Walk
Activity
Run
Activity
5.8 km
Distance
About 2–3 hours on foot at an easy pace; faster on a bike when the surface suits you.
Est. Time
Forest path with steps in places; gravel and wood-chip sections; short road near built-up Ruka at the end of some descriptions.
Surface
Loop, Single Track
Route Type
Partial Shade
Shade
Light Traffic
Traffic
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Our data was researched from Kuusamo, 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.