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Oulu is located in northern Finland, a considerable distance from the other cities in the country. It is located 607 kilometres (377 mi) north of the capital city Helsinki. Mainland Finland's northernmost and southernmost points are roughly equidistant from Oulu.
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Oulu is European Capital of Culture 2026, together with 39 municipalities. The whole Northern Finland will awaken when the cultural events bring the region to life and inspire joy and creativity in people every day. This is a journey of several years, which will culminate in 2026.
Tourism Oulu & Oulu Guide. One of largest northerly cities in the world, Oulu has grown from an ancient trading centre to a modern city, packed with museums and galleries, and host to numerous cultural and music festivals every year.
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Tourist Information Office in Oulu offers you practical advice and tips for your visit to Oulu, about events, accommodation, restaurants, attractions, and places to visit.
Welcome to Oulu! So you’re travelling to Oulu, the city of urban creativity and northern nature. Good choice! We’ve gathered some tips for you on what to do and where to go. Transportation to Oulu and in Oulu. How to travel to Oulu? How to move around in Oulu? Arrival & transport. Find things to do for your entire trip.
Oulu (Swedish: Uleåborg) is the biggest city in Northern Finland, with about 210,000 inhabitants (in 2021). Once known for wood tar and salmon, Oulu has become a major high-tech centre, particularly in IT and wellness technology. Oulu has been selected as the European Capital of Culture for 2026.
Learn about Oulu, the fastest growing city in Arctic Europe, and discover why it hosts more than 700 events per year.
