Briefly in English

Iisalmen Latu, est. 1952

What we are: Outdoor association in Iisalmi, a member of Suomen Latu
What we do: Winter swimming, Nordic skiing, hiking, trail running, voluntary work for outdoor activities. We love nature and every season
We host the cottage of Sikokallio for skiing, hiking etc. Located in nature reserve about 10 kilometers from the city center of Iisalmi. The cottage includes a sauna (naturally) and the place is available for short rents (80 €/24 h)
The cottage serves as ski cafe during the ski seasons. Cafe is open at least on weekends, Sat-Sun 10-16. Coffee, tea, Finnish pulla, sandwiches, etc. Cash only, please
Winter Swimming in Haukiniemi (Iisalmi city), Haukiniemenkatu 23. You need to be a member of Iisalmen Latu for the insurance and pay the season key fee of the changing room (30 €/season 1.10.-30.4.)
Please contact for any further information by email iisalmenlatu (o) live.fi

Everyman is free to walk in natural areas, but needs to respect private yards, cultivated areas and nature

Everyone is basically entitled to walk, ski, cycle or ride freely in natural areas, as long as this causes no damage or no more than minor harm to property or nature
This right does not cover private yards
There is no public right of way through fields and other cultivated areas during the growing season, to prevent damage
In winter, crossing fields is allowed
The use of maintained outdoor recreation routes and ski trails is based on everyman’s right
Birds and other animals must not be disturbed during the breeding season
Right of way and temporary stay based on everyman’s right may only be limited by official prohibition enforced by public authorities. Such authorities include the Finnish Defence Forces, Metsähallitus, Centres for Economic Development, Transport and the Environment (ELY Centres), port authorities or airport operators.