{"id":12803,"date":"2026-07-18T11:12:57","date_gmt":"2026-07-18T08:12:57","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/rukasafaris.fi\/?page_id=12803"},"modified":"2026-07-19T09:27:13","modified_gmt":"2026-07-19T06:27:13","slug":"gravel-cycling-in-ruka-kuusamo","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/rukasafaris.fi\/en\/gravel-cycling-in-ruka-kuusamo\/","title":{"rendered":"Gravel Cycling in Ruka-Kuusamo"},"content":{"rendered":"<div>\n<style>\n.uk-section:has(#rs-gravel-destination){padding:0!important}\n.uk-container:has(#rs-gravel-destination){max-width:none!important;padding:0!important}\n.uk-grid:has(#rs-gravel-destination){margin:0!important}\n.uk-grid:has(#rs-gravel-destination)>*{padding:0!important}\n#rs-gravel-destination{--rs-orange:#ed5a20;--rs-black:#171717;--rs-cream:#f5f3ee;--rs-line:#d9d6cf;--rs-muted:#666;--rs-green:#5c7c36;color:#252525;overflow:hidden;font-family:Roboto,Arial,sans-serif}\n#rs-gravel-destination *{box-sizing:border-box}\n#rs-gravel-destination h1,#rs-gravel-destination h2,#rs-gravel-destination h3{line-height:1.05}\n#rs-gravel-destination a{text-decoration:none}\n#rs-gravel-destination .rs-wrap{width:min(1180px,calc(100% - 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Ride at your own pace \u2014 or let us build the complete gravel holiday for your group.<\/p>\n<div class=\"rs-actions\">\n        <a class=\"rs-btn\" href=\"#why-ruka\">Discover Gravel in Ruka<\/a>\n      <\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/section>\n<nav class=\"rs-anchor-nav\" aria-label=\"Gravel cycling page sections\">\n<div class=\"rs-wrap\">\n      <a href=\"#why-ruka\">Why Ruka-Kuusamo<\/a><a href=\"#routes\">Routes<\/a><a href=\"#bike-rental\">Bike rental<\/a><a href=\"#two-destinations\">Ruka + Iso-Sy\u00f6te<\/a><a href=\"#accommodation\">Accommodation<\/a><a href=\"#services\">Rider services<\/a>\n    <\/div>\n<\/nav>\n<section id=\"why-ruka\" class=\"rs-section\">\n<div class=\"rs-wrap rs-split\">\n      <img src=\"https:\/\/rukasafaris.fi\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/gravel_road_3.jpg\" alt=\"Gravel cyclists exploring a quiet northern road in Ruka-Kuusamo\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\"><\/p>\n<div>\n<p class=\"rs-kicker\">Ride where the road opens up<\/p>\n<h2>Why Ruka-Kuusamo?<\/h2>\n<p class=\"rs-lead\">Quiet gravel roads connect forests, lakes, hills and small northern communities. Low traffic, authentic Finnish nature and routes of different lengths make the destination welcoming for experienced riders, active travellers, couples, families and groups.<\/p>\n<p>Summer brings the Midnight Sun and long days on the bike. In autumn, crisp air and vivid colours transform the same roads into a completely different journey. Caf\u00e9s, saunas, local food and warm northern hospitality give every ride a rewarding finish.<\/p>\n<div class=\"rs-stats\">\n<div class=\"rs-stat\"><strong>19 routes<\/strong><span>From short loops to full-day rides<\/span><\/div>\n<div class=\"rs-stat\"><strong>Endless gravel &amp; forest roads<\/strong><span>With very little traffic<\/span><\/div>\n<div class=\"rs-stat\"><strong>Long days<\/strong><span>Midnight Sun riding in summer<\/span><\/div>\n<div class=\"rs-stat\"><strong>Two gravel bases<\/strong><span>Ruka and Iso-Sy\u00f6te, 117 km apart<\/span><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/section>\n<section id=\"routes\" class=\"rs-section rs-cream\">\n<div class=\"rs-wrap\">\n<div class=\"rs-heading\">\n<div>\n<p class=\"rs-kicker\">Choose the ride that fits your day<\/p>\n<h2>19 self-guided gravel routes<\/h2>\n<\/div>\n<p>The dedicated route finder lets you compare difficulty, duration, distance, ascent and route type before opening the original route in Komoot.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"rs-route-grid\">\n<article class=\"rs-card\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/rukasafaris.fi\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/komoot-route-2003763027.jpg\" alt=\"Map preview of the Vuosselij\u00e4rvi Circuit gravel route\" loading=\"lazy\"><\/p>\n<div class=\"rs-card-body\">\n<div class=\"rs-route-meta\"><span>Moderate<\/span><span>21.9 km<\/span><span>About 1 h 30 min<\/span><\/div>\n<h3>Vuosselij\u00e4rvi Circuit<\/h3>\n<p>A compact Ruka-based circuit with winding gravel, lake views and useful seasonal break options.<\/p>\n<p><a class=\"rs-link\" href=\"\/en\/gravel-cycling-in-ruka-kuusamo\/gravel-routes-in-ruka-kuusamo\/#vuosselijarvi-circuit\">View route \u2192<\/a><\/div>\n<\/article>\n<article class=\"rs-card\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/rukasafaris.fi\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/komoot-route-2085259390.jpg\" alt=\"Map preview of the Konttainen Circuit gravel route\" loading=\"lazy\"><\/p>\n<div class=\"rs-card-body\">\n<div class=\"rs-route-meta\"><span>Moderate<\/span><span>27.9 km<\/span><span>About 2 h 15 min<\/span><\/div>\n<h3>Konttainen Circuit<\/h3>\n<p>A scenic, hilly loop from Ruka with lake and fell views and a natural picnic stop near Konttainen.<\/p>\n<p><a class=\"rs-link\" href=\"\/en\/gravel-cycling-in-ruka-kuusamo\/gravel-routes-in-ruka-kuusamo\/#konttainen-circuit\">View route \u2192<\/a><\/div>\n<\/article>\n<article class=\"rs-card\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/rukasafaris.fi\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/komoot-route-2122438257.jpg\" alt=\"Map preview of the Tour de Valtavaara gravel route\" loading=\"lazy\"><\/p>\n<div class=\"rs-card-body\">\n<div class=\"rs-route-meta\"><span>Challenging<\/span><span>43.2 km<\/span><span>About 2 h 45 min<\/span><\/div>\n<h3>Tour de Valtavaara<\/h3>\n<p>A demanding half-day circuit with meaningful climbing and rewarding Valtavaara and Konttainen scenery.<\/p>\n<p><a class=\"rs-link\" href=\"\/en\/gravel-cycling-in-ruka-kuusamo\/gravel-routes-in-ruka-kuusamo\/#tour-de-valtavaara\">View route \u2192<\/a><\/div>\n<\/article>\n<article class=\"rs-card\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/rukasafaris.fi\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/komoot-route-2117963593.jpg\" alt=\"Map preview of the Kitka Circuit gravel route\" loading=\"lazy\"><\/p>\n<div class=\"rs-card-body\">\n<div class=\"rs-route-meta\"><span>Challenging<\/span><span>62.4 km<\/span><span>About 4 h 45 min<\/span><\/div>\n<h3>Kitka Circuit<\/h3>\n<p>A substantial full-day option from Ruka, following long gravel stretches towards the shores of Lake Kitkaj\u00e4rvi.<\/p>\n<p><a class=\"rs-link\" href=\"\/en\/gravel-cycling-in-ruka-kuusamo\/gravel-routes-in-ruka-kuusamo\/#kitka-circuit\">View route \u2192<\/a><\/div>\n<\/article><\/div>\n<p class=\"rs-note\">Routes and original route information are provided by Ruka-Kuusamo Tourist Association through Komoot.<\/p>\n<p style=\"margin-top:25px\"><a class=\"rs-btn rs-btn-dark\" href=\"\/en\/gravel-cycling-in-ruka-kuusamo\/gravel-routes-in-ruka-kuusamo\/\">Explore all 19 routes<\/a><\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/section>\n<section id=\"bike-rental\" class=\"rs-dark\">\n<div class=\"rs-rental\">\n    <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/rukasafaris.fi\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/Gravel_takaa2.jpg\" alt=\"Close-up view of a gravel cyclist riding in Ruka\" loading=\"lazy\"><\/p>\n<div class=\"rs-rental-copy\">\n<p class=\"rs-kicker\">Travel light \u2014 we have the bike<\/p>\n<h2>Gravel and e-gravel rental in Ruka<\/h2>\n<p class=\"rs-lead\">You do not need to bring your own bike. Our professionally maintained fleet, helmets, bags and useful accessories make it easy to arrive ready for the road.<\/p>\n<div class=\"rs-features\">\n<div class=\"rs-feature\"><strong>Gravel bikes<\/strong>For efficient mixed-surface riding<\/div>\n<div class=\"rs-feature\"><strong>E-gravel bikes<\/strong>Extra support for longer days<\/div>\n<div class=\"rs-feature\"><strong>Maintenance<\/strong>Professionally prepared equipment<\/div>\n<div class=\"rs-feature\"><strong>Accessories<\/strong>Helmets, bags and practical extras<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p><a class=\"rs-btn\" href=\"\/en\/gravel-cycling-in-ruka-kuusamo\/gravel-bike-rental-ruka-kuusamo\/\">View rental prices &amp; request a bike<\/a><\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/section>\n<section class=\"rs-section\">\n<div class=\"rs-wrap\">\n<div class=\"rs-event\">\n        <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/rukasafaris.fi\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/nordic_gravel_25.jpg\" alt=\"Gravel riders taking part in an event in Ruka\" loading=\"lazy\"><\/p>\n<div class=\"rs-event-copy\">\n<p class=\"rs-kicker\">Gravel with a twist<\/p>\n<h2>Fellscape Ruka<\/h2>\n<p>Ruka is also home to one of Finland\u2019s best-known gravel events \u2014 a meeting point for riders who want demanding routes, northern nature and a strong sense of community.<\/p>\n<p>Ruka Safaris can arrange accommodation before, during and after Fellscape for individual riders and groups taking part in the event. A bike washing point is available for participants.<\/p>\n<div class=\"rs-event-offer\"><strong>15% OFF<\/strong><span>Accommodation for Fellscape participants<\/span><\/div>\n<div class=\"rs-actions\"><a class=\"rs-btn\" href=\"https:\/\/fellscape.fi\/en\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Visit Fellscape<\/a><a class=\"rs-btn rs-btn-secondary\" href=\"#accommodation\">Explore accommodation<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/section>\n<section id=\"two-destinations\" class=\"rs-section rs-cream\">\n<div class=\"rs-wrap\">\n<div class=\"rs-heading\">\n<div>\n<p class=\"rs-kicker\">One holiday \u2014 two gravel destinations<\/p>\n<h2>Combine Ruka + Iso-Sy\u00f6te<\/h2>\n<\/div>\n<p>You do not need to choose. Ruka-Kuusamo and Iso-Sy\u00f6te are 117 km apart, and both belong to Lapland Boutique Resorts. We can arrange transfers for riders and bikes between the two destinations, making it easy to add more riding days, new landscapes and a different accommodation experience.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"rs-destinations\">\n<article class=\"rs-destination\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/rukasafaris.fi\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/gravel_road_3.jpg\" alt=\"Gravel riding in Ruka-Kuusamo\" loading=\"lazy\"><\/p>\n<div class=\"rs-destination-copy\">\n<h3>Ruka-Kuusamo<\/h3>\n<p>Lakes, quiet forest roads, local culture and flexible routes for every level.<\/p>\n<p><a class=\"rs-link\" href=\"\/en\/gravel-cycling-in-ruka-kuusamo\/gravel-routes-in-ruka-kuusamo\/\">Explore Ruka routes \u2192<\/a><\/div>\n<\/article>\n<article class=\"rs-destination\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/hilltophotelisosyote.fi\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/Aurora_suite_2021_www-2000x1150-1.jpg\" alt=\"Aurora View Suite at Hilltop Hotel Iso-Sy\u00f6te\" loading=\"lazy\"><\/p>\n<div class=\"rs-destination-copy\">\n<h3>Iso-Sy\u00f6te<\/h3>\n<p>Felltop views, national park landscapes, hotel rooms, suites and cabins.<\/p>\n<p><a class=\"rs-link\" href=\"https:\/\/hilltophotelisosyote.fi\/en\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Discover Hilltop Hotel \u2192<\/a><\/div>\n<\/article><\/div>\n<p style=\"margin-top:26px\"><a class=\"rs-link\" href=\"https:\/\/www.laplandboutiqueresorts.fi\/en\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Discover Lapland Boutique Resorts \u2192<\/a><\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/section>\n<section id=\"accommodation\" class=\"rs-section\">\n<div class=\"rs-wrap\">\n<div class=\"rs-heading\">\n<div>\n<p class=\"rs-kicker\">Sleep close to the ride<\/p>\n<h2>Choose your northern base<\/h2>\n<\/div>\n<p>Real accommodation products for couples, independent riders and groups \u2014 with direct links to the most useful information.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"rs-stay-grid\">\n<article class=\"rs-card\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/rukasafaris.fi\/wp-content\/uploads\/yootheme\/cache\/bd\/lumo-living-room-bd24cb08.webp\" alt=\"Interior of Lumo Lakeside Lodge at Iisakki Village\" loading=\"lazy\"><\/p>\n<div class=\"rs-card-body\">\n<p class=\"rs-kicker\">Iisakki Village<\/p>\n<h3>Lumo Lakeside Lodges<\/h3>\n<p>Design-led lakeside accommodation for 2+2 guests, with private sauna and outdoor hot tub.<\/p>\n<p><a class=\"rs-link\" href=\"\/en\/lumo\/\">View Lumo \u2192<\/a><\/div>\n<\/article>\n<article class=\"rs-card\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/rukasafaris.fi\/wp-content\/uploads\/yootheme\/cache\/1c\/papin-talo-huone3-1cfaa1cd.webp\" alt=\"Twin room at Wilderness Hotel Papin Talo\" loading=\"lazy\"><\/p>\n<div class=\"rs-card-body\">\n<p class=\"rs-kicker\">Iisakki Village<\/p>\n<h3>Wilderness Hotel Papin Talo<\/h3>\n<p>Six twin rooms with private bathrooms, plus welcoming shared spaces and sauna.<\/p>\n<p><a class=\"rs-link\" href=\"\/en\/wilderness-hotel-papin-talo\/\">View the hotel \u2192<\/a><\/div>\n<\/article>\n<article class=\"rs-card\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/rukasafaris.fi\/wp-content\/uploads\/yootheme\/cache\/87\/iisakki-guest-house-oleskelu-874e8e56.webp\" alt=\"Shared lounge at Iisakki Guest House\" loading=\"lazy\"><\/p>\n<div class=\"rs-card-body\">\n<p class=\"rs-kicker\">Iisakki Village<\/p>\n<h3>Iisakki Guest House<\/h3>\n<p>A relaxed and practical base with shared spaces for riders and small groups.<\/p>\n<p><a class=\"rs-link\" href=\"\/en\/iisakki-guest-house\/\">View guest house \u2192<\/a><\/div>\n<\/article>\n<article class=\"rs-card\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/rukasafaris.fi\/wp-content\/uploads\/yootheme\/cache\/2b\/papin-talo-makuuhuone-2b745862.webp\" alt=\"Bedroom at Papin Talo Apartments\" loading=\"lazy\"><\/p>\n<div class=\"rs-card-body\">\n<p class=\"rs-kicker\">Iisakki Village<\/p>\n<h3>Papin Talo Apartments<\/h3>\n<p>Independent self-catering accommodation in the peaceful village setting.<\/p>\n<p><a class=\"rs-link\" href=\"\/en\/papin-talo-apartments\/\">View apartments \u2192<\/a><\/div>\n<\/article>\n<article class=\"rs-card\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/rukasafaris.fi\/wp-content\/uploads\/yootheme\/cache\/65\/Luppolinna-1-657eef7c.webp\" alt=\"Shared living room at Luppolinna group accommodation\" loading=\"lazy\"><\/p>\n<div class=\"rs-card-body\">\n<p class=\"rs-kicker\">Groups 12\u201324<\/p>\n<h3>Luppolinna<\/h3>\n<p>A private accommodation base designed for cycling groups and shared stays.<\/p>\n<p><a class=\"rs-link\" href=\"\/en\/luppolinna\/\">View Luppolinna \u2192<\/a><\/div>\n<\/article>\n<article class=\"rs-card\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/rukasafaris.fi\/wp-content\/uploads\/yootheme\/cache\/54\/junga-ulkokuva-kesa-54a111d7.webp\" alt=\"Junga cabin at Oivanki Resort\" loading=\"lazy\"><\/p>\n<div class=\"rs-card-body\">\n<p class=\"rs-kicker\">One or two extra nights<\/p>\n<h3>Oivanki Resort<\/h3>\n<p>Combine Oivanki with Iisakki Village and connect the two bases through gravel tracks.<\/p>\n<p><a class=\"rs-link\" href=\"\/en\/oivangin-lomakartano\/\">Explore Oivanki \u2192<\/a><\/div>\n<\/article><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/section>\n<section id=\"services\" class=\"rs-section rs-cream\">\n<div class=\"rs-wrap\">\n<div class=\"rs-heading\">\n<div>\n<p class=\"rs-kicker\">Everything ready for the ride<\/p>\n<h2>Practical support for independent riders and groups<\/h2>\n<\/div>\n<p>All services below are available at an additional cost. Group services are available on request.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"rs-service-grid\">\n<article class=\"rs-service\"><span>01<\/span><\/p>\n<h3>Garmin navigation<\/h3>\n<p>Rental devices can be prepared with selected routes already loaded. Available at an additional cost.<\/p>\n<\/article>\n<article class=\"rs-service\"><span>02<\/span><\/p>\n<h3>Route snacks<\/h3>\n<p>Food and snacks can be prepared before departure. Available at an additional cost, on request for groups.<\/p>\n<\/article>\n<article class=\"rs-service\"><span>03<\/span><\/p>\n<h3>Guided group rides<\/h3>\n<p>Guided gravel routes are available at an additional cost, on request for groups.<\/p>\n<\/article>\n<article class=\"rs-service\"><span>04<\/span><\/p>\n<h3>Self-drive support car<\/h3>\n<p>A support vehicle without a driver is available at an additional cost, on request for groups.<\/p>\n<\/article><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/section>\n<section class=\"rs-section\">\n<div class=\"rs-wrap\">\n<div class=\"rs-heading\">\n<div>\n<p class=\"rs-kicker\">More than the ride<\/p>\n<h2>Make space for the rest of Lapland<\/h2>\n<\/div>\n<p>Combine cycling with the water, trails, saunas and local flavours that make Ruka-Kuusamo worth a longer stay.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"rs-activity-grid\">\n        <a class=\"rs-activity\" href=\"\/en\/summer-activities\/\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/rukasafaris.fi\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/koskenlasku-tyrsky-pieni.jpg\" alt=\"Summer rafting adventure in Ruka-Kuusamo\" loading=\"lazy\"><strong>Summer activities<\/strong><\/a><br \/>\n        <a class=\"rs-activity\" href=\"\/en\/saunas\/\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/rukasafaris.fi\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/sauna-post-gravel-ride.jpg\" alt=\"Cyclists relaxing in a traditional Finnish sauna after a gravel ride\" loading=\"lazy\"><strong>Saunas &#038; recovery<\/strong><\/a><br \/>\n        <a class=\"rs-activity\" href=\"\/en\/restaurants\/\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/rukasafaris.fi\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/ravintolaiisakintalo-kattaus.jpg\" alt=\"Table setting at Restaurant Iisakin Talo\" loading=\"lazy\"><strong>Restaurants &#038; local flavours<\/strong><\/a>\n      <\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/section>\n<section id=\"plan-your-trip\" class=\"rs-final\">\n<div class=\"rs-wrap\">\n<p class=\"rs-kicker\" style=\"color:#171717\">Rise above the ordinary<\/p>\n<h2>Build your gravel holiday in Ruka-Kuusamo<\/h2>\n<p>Tell us your group size, preferred distances, number of nights and whether you want to combine Ruka with Iso-Sy\u00f6te.<\/p>\n<p><a class=\"rs-btn\" href=\"mailto:sales@rukasafaris.fi\">Contact Ruka Safaris<\/a><\/div>\n<\/section>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p><!--more--><br \/>\n<!-- {\"type\":\"layout\",\"children\":[{\"type\":\"section\",\"props\":{\"image_position\":\"center-center\",\"style\":\"default\",\"title_breakpoint\":\"xl\",\"title_position\":\"top-left\",\"title_rotation\":\"left\",\"vertical_align\":\"middle\",\"width\":\"default\"},\"children\":[{\"type\":\"row\",\"children\":[{\"type\":\"column\",\"props\":{\"image_position\":\"center-center\",\"position_sticky_breakpoint\":\"m\"},\"children\":[{\"type\":\"html\",\"props\":{\"content\":\"\n\n<style>\\n.uk-section:has(#rs-gravel-destination){padding:0!important}\\n.uk-container:has(#rs-gravel-destination){max-width:none!important;padding:0!important}\\n.uk-grid:has(#rs-gravel-destination){margin:0!important}\\n.uk-grid:has(#rs-gravel-destination)>*{padding:0!important}\\n#rs-gravel-destination{--rs-orange:#ed5a20;--rs-black:#171717;--rs-cream:#f5f3ee;--rs-line:#d9d6cf;--rs-muted:#666;--rs-green:#5c7c36;color:#252525;overflow:hidden;font-family:Roboto,Arial,sans-serif}\\n#rs-gravel-destination *{box-sizing:border-box}\\n#rs-gravel-destination h1,#rs-gravel-destination h2,#rs-gravel-destination h3{line-height:1.05}\\n#rs-gravel-destination a{text-decoration:none}\\n#rs-gravel-destination .rs-wrap{width:min(1180px,calc(100% - 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Ride at your own pace \u2014 or let us build the complete gravel holiday for your group.<\/p>\n\n\\n      \n\n<div class=\\\"rs-actions\\\">\\n        <a class=\\\"rs-btn\\\" href=\\\"#why-ruka\\\">Discover Gravel in Ruka<\/a>\\n      <\/div>\n\n\\n    <\/div>\n\n\\n  <\/section>\n\n\\n\\n  \n\n<nav class=\\\"rs-anchor-nav\\\" aria-label=\\\"Gravel cycling page sections\\\">\\n    \n\n<div class=\\\"rs-wrap\\\">\\n      <a href=\\\"#why-ruka\\\">Why Ruka-Kuusamo<\/a><a href=\\\"#routes\\\">Routes<\/a><a href=\\\"#bike-rental\\\">Bike rental<\/a><a href=\\\"#two-destinations\\\">Ruka + Iso-Sy\u00f6te<\/a><a href=\\\"#accommodation\\\">Accommodation<\/a><a href=\\\"#services\\\">Rider services<\/a>\\n    <\/div>\n\n\\n  <\/nav>\n\n\\n\\n  \n\n<section id=\\\"why-ruka\\\" class=\\\"rs-section\\\">\\n    \n\n<div class=\\\"rs-wrap rs-split\\\">\\n      <img src=\\\"https:\/\/rukasafaris.fi\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/gravel_road_3.jpg\\\" alt=\\\"Gravel cyclists exploring a quiet northern road in Ruka-Kuusamo\\\" loading=\\\"lazy\\\" decoding=\\\"async\\\">\\n      \n\n<div>\\n        \n\n<p class=\\\"rs-kicker\\\">Ride where the road opens up<\/p>\n\n\\n        \n\n<h2>Why Ruka-Kuusamo?<\/h2>\n\n\\n        \n\n<p class=\\\"rs-lead\\\">Quiet gravel roads connect forests, lakes, hills and small northern communities. Low traffic, authentic Finnish nature and routes of different lengths make the destination welcoming for experienced riders, active travellers, couples, families and groups.<\/p>\n\n\\n        \n\n<p>Summer brings the Midnight Sun and long days on the bike. In autumn, crisp air and vivid colours transform the same roads into a completely different journey. Caf\u00e9s, saunas, local food and warm northern hospitality give every ride a rewarding finish.<\/p>\n\n\\n        \n\n<div class=\\\"rs-stats\\\">\\n          \n\n<div class=\\\"rs-stat\\\"><strong>19 routes<\/strong><span>From short loops to full-day rides<\/span><\/div>\n\n\\n          \n\n<div class=\\\"rs-stat\\\"><strong>Endless gravel &amp; forest roads<\/strong><span>With very little traffic<\/span><\/div>\n\n\\n          \n\n<div class=\\\"rs-stat\\\"><strong>Long days<\/strong><span>Midnight Sun riding in summer<\/span><\/div>\n\n\\n          \n\n<div class=\\\"rs-stat\\\"><strong>Two gravel bases<\/strong><span>Ruka and Iso-Sy\u00f6te, 117 km apart<\/span><\/div>\n\n\\n        <\/div>\n\n\\n      <\/div>\n\n\\n    <\/div>\n\n\\n  <\/section>\n\n\\n\\n  \n\n<section id=\\\"routes\\\" class=\\\"rs-section rs-cream\\\">\\n    \n\n<div class=\\\"rs-wrap\\\">\\n      \n\n<div class=\\\"rs-heading\\\">\n\n<div>\n\n<p class=\\\"rs-kicker\\\">Choose the ride that fits your day<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2>19 self-guided gravel routes<\/h2>\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>The dedicated route finder lets you compare difficulty, duration, distance, ascent and route type before opening the original route in Komoot.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n\n\\n      \n\n<div class=\\\"rs-route-grid\\\">\\n        \n\n<article class=\\\"rs-card\\\"><img src=\\\"https:\/\/rukasafaris.fi\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/komoot-route-2003763027.jpg\\\" alt=\\\"Map preview of the Vuosselij\u00e4rvi Circuit gravel route\\\" loading=\\\"lazy\\\">\n\n<div class=\\\"rs-card-body\\\">\n\n<div class=\\\"rs-route-meta\\\"><span>Moderate<\/span><span>21.9 km<\/span><span>About 1 h 30 min<\/span><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3>Vuosselij\u00e4rvi Circuit<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>A compact Ruka-based circuit with winding gravel, lake views and useful seasonal break options.<\/p>\n\n<a class=\\\"rs-link\\\" href=\\\"\/en\/gravel-cycling-in-ruka-kuusamo\/gravel-routes-in-ruka-kuusamo\/#vuosselijarvi-circuit\\\">View route \u2192<\/a><\/div>\n\n<\/article>\n\n\\n        \n\n<article class=\\\"rs-card\\\"><img src=\\\"https:\/\/rukasafaris.fi\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/komoot-route-2085259390.jpg\\\" alt=\\\"Map preview of the Konttainen Circuit gravel route\\\" loading=\\\"lazy\\\">\n\n<div class=\\\"rs-card-body\\\">\n\n<div class=\\\"rs-route-meta\\\"><span>Moderate<\/span><span>27.9 km<\/span><span>About 2 h 15 min<\/span><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3>Konttainen Circuit<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>A scenic, hilly loop from Ruka with lake and fell views and a natural picnic stop near Konttainen.<\/p>\n\n<a class=\\\"rs-link\\\" href=\\\"\/en\/gravel-cycling-in-ruka-kuusamo\/gravel-routes-in-ruka-kuusamo\/#konttainen-circuit\\\">View route \u2192<\/a><\/div>\n\n<\/article>\n\n\\n        \n\n<article class=\\\"rs-card\\\"><img src=\\\"https:\/\/rukasafaris.fi\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/komoot-route-2122438257.jpg\\\" alt=\\\"Map preview of the Tour de Valtavaara gravel route\\\" loading=\\\"lazy\\\">\n\n<div class=\\\"rs-card-body\\\">\n\n<div class=\\\"rs-route-meta\\\"><span>Challenging<\/span><span>43.2 km<\/span><span>About 2 h 45 min<\/span><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3>Tour de Valtavaara<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>A demanding half-day circuit with meaningful climbing and rewarding Valtavaara and Konttainen scenery.<\/p>\n\n<a class=\\\"rs-link\\\" href=\\\"\/en\/gravel-cycling-in-ruka-kuusamo\/gravel-routes-in-ruka-kuusamo\/#tour-de-valtavaara\\\">View route \u2192<\/a><\/div>\n\n<\/article>\n\n\\n        \n\n<article class=\\\"rs-card\\\"><img src=\\\"https:\/\/rukasafaris.fi\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/komoot-route-2117963593.jpg\\\" alt=\\\"Map preview of the Kitka Circuit gravel route\\\" loading=\\\"lazy\\\">\n\n<div class=\\\"rs-card-body\\\">\n\n<div class=\\\"rs-route-meta\\\"><span>Challenging<\/span><span>62.4 km<\/span><span>About 4 h 45 min<\/span><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3>Kitka Circuit<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>A substantial full-day option from Ruka, following long gravel stretches towards the shores of Lake Kitkaj\u00e4rvi.<\/p>\n\n<a class=\\\"rs-link\\\" href=\\\"\/en\/gravel-cycling-in-ruka-kuusamo\/gravel-routes-in-ruka-kuusamo\/#kitka-circuit\\\">View route \u2192<\/a><\/div>\n\n<\/article>\n\n\\n      <\/div>\n\n\\n      \n\n<p class=\\\"rs-note\\\">Routes and original route information are provided by Ruka-Kuusamo Tourist Association through Komoot.<\/p>\n\n\\n      \n\n<p style=\\\"margin-top:25px\\\"><a class=\\\"rs-btn rs-btn-dark\\\" href=\\\"\/en\/gravel-cycling-in-ruka-kuusamo\/gravel-routes-in-ruka-kuusamo\/\\\">Explore all 19 routes<\/a><\/p>\n\n\\n    <\/div>\n\n\\n  <\/section>\n\n\\n\\n  \n\n<section id=\\\"bike-rental\\\" class=\\\"rs-dark\\\">\\n    \n\n<div class=\\\"rs-rental\\\">\\n    <img src=\\\"https:\/\/rukasafaris.fi\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/Gravel_takaa2.jpg\\\" alt=\\\"Close-up view of a gravel cyclist riding in Ruka\\\" loading=\\\"lazy\\\">\\n      \n\n<div class=\\\"rs-rental-copy\\\">\\n        \n\n<p class=\\\"rs-kicker\\\">Travel light \u2014 we have the bike<\/p>\n\n\\n        \n\n<h2>Gravel and e-gravel rental in Ruka<\/h2>\n\n\\n        \n\n<p class=\\\"rs-lead\\\">You do not need to bring your own bike. Our professionally maintained fleet, helmets, bags and useful accessories make it easy to arrive ready for the road.<\/p>\n\n\\n        \n\n<div class=\\\"rs-features\\\">\n\n<div class=\\\"rs-feature\\\"><strong>Gravel bikes<\/strong>For efficient mixed-surface riding<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\\\"rs-feature\\\"><strong>E-gravel bikes<\/strong>Extra support for longer days<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\\\"rs-feature\\\"><strong>Maintenance<\/strong>Professionally prepared equipment<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\\\"rs-feature\\\"><strong>Accessories<\/strong>Helmets, bags and practical extras<\/div>\n\n<\/div>\n\n\\n        \n\n<p><a class=\\\"rs-btn\\\" href=\\\"\/en\/gravel-cycling-in-ruka-kuusamo\/gravel-bike-rental-ruka-kuusamo\/\\\">View rental prices &amp; request a bike<\/a><\/p>\n\n\\n      <\/div>\n\n\\n    <\/div>\n\n\\n  <\/section>\n\n\\n\\n  \n\n<section class=\\\"rs-section\\\">\\n    \n\n<div class=\\\"rs-wrap\\\">\\n      \n\n<div class=\\\"rs-event\\\">\\n        <img src=\\\"https:\/\/rukasafaris.fi\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/nordic_gravel_25.jpg\\\" alt=\\\"Gravel riders taking part in an event in Ruka\\\" loading=\\\"lazy\\\">\\n        \n\n<div class=\\\"rs-event-copy\\\">\n\n<p class=\\\"rs-kicker\\\">Gravel with a twist<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2>Fellscape Ruka<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Ruka is also home to one of Finland\u2019s best-known gravel events \u2014 a meeting point for riders who want demanding routes, northern nature and a strong sense of community.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Ruka Safaris can arrange accommodation before, during and after Fellscape for individual riders and groups taking part in the event. A bike washing point is available for participants.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\\\"rs-event-offer\\\"><strong>15% OFF<\/strong><span>Accommodation for Fellscape participants<\/span><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\\\"rs-actions\\\"><a class=\\\"rs-btn\\\" href=\\\"https:\/\/fellscape.fi\/en\/\\\" target=\\\"_blank\\\" rel=\\\"noopener noreferrer\\\">Visit Fellscape<\/a><a class=\\\"rs-btn rs-btn-secondary\\\" href=\\\"#accommodation\\\">Explore accommodation<\/a><\/div>\n\n<\/div>\n\n\\n      <\/div>\n\n\\n    <\/div>\n\n\\n  <\/section>\n\n\\n\\n  \n\n<section id=\\\"two-destinations\\\" class=\\\"rs-section rs-cream\\\">\\n    \n\n<div class=\\\"rs-wrap\\\">\\n      \n\n<div class=\\\"rs-heading\\\">\n\n<div>\n\n<p class=\\\"rs-kicker\\\">One holiday \u2014 two gravel destinations<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2>Combine Ruka + Iso-Sy\u00f6te<\/h2>\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>You do not need to choose. Ruka-Kuusamo and Iso-Sy\u00f6te are 117 km apart, and both belong to Lapland Boutique Resorts. We can arrange transfers for riders and bikes between the two destinations, making it easy to add more riding days, new landscapes and a different accommodation experience.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n\n\\n      \n\n<div class=\\\"rs-destinations\\\">\\n        \n\n<article class=\\\"rs-destination\\\"><img src=\\\"https:\/\/rukasafaris.fi\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/gravel_road_3.jpg\\\" alt=\\\"Gravel riding in Ruka-Kuusamo\\\" loading=\\\"lazy\\\">\n\n<div class=\\\"rs-destination-copy\\\">\n\n<h3>Ruka-Kuusamo<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Lakes, quiet forest roads, local culture and flexible routes for every level.<\/p>\n\n<a class=\\\"rs-link\\\" href=\\\"\/en\/gravel-cycling-in-ruka-kuusamo\/gravel-routes-in-ruka-kuusamo\/\\\">Explore Ruka routes \u2192<\/a><\/div>\n\n<\/article>\n\n\\n        \n\n<article class=\\\"rs-destination\\\"><img src=\\\"https:\/\/hilltophotelisosyote.fi\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/Aurora_suite_2021_www-2000x1150-1.jpg\\\" alt=\\\"Aurora View Suite at Hilltop Hotel Iso-Sy\u00f6te\\\" loading=\\\"lazy\\\">\n\n<div class=\\\"rs-destination-copy\\\">\n\n<h3>Iso-Sy\u00f6te<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Felltop views, national park landscapes, hotel rooms, suites and cabins.<\/p>\n\n<a class=\\\"rs-link\\\" href=\\\"https:\/\/hilltophotelisosyote.fi\/en\/\\\" target=\\\"_blank\\\" rel=\\\"noopener noreferrer\\\">Discover Hilltop Hotel \u2192<\/a><\/div>\n\n<\/article>\n\n\\n      <\/div>\n\n\\n      \n\n<p style=\\\"margin-top:26px\\\"><a class=\\\"rs-link\\\" href=\\\"https:\/\/www.laplandboutiqueresorts.fi\/en\/\\\" target=\\\"_blank\\\" rel=\\\"noopener noreferrer\\\">Discover Lapland Boutique Resorts \u2192<\/a><\/p>\n\n\\n    <\/div>\n\n\\n  <\/section>\n\n\\n\\n  \n\n<section id=\\\"accommodation\\\" class=\\\"rs-section\\\">\\n    \n\n<div class=\\\"rs-wrap\\\">\\n      \n\n<div class=\\\"rs-heading\\\">\n\n<div>\n\n<p class=\\\"rs-kicker\\\">Sleep close to the ride<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2>Choose your northern base<\/h2>\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Real accommodation products for couples, independent riders and groups \u2014 with direct links to the most useful information.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n\n\\n      \n\n<div class=\\\"rs-stay-grid\\\">\\n        \n\n<article class=\\\"rs-card\\\"><img src=\\\"https:\/\/rukasafaris.fi\/wp-content\/uploads\/yootheme\/cache\/bd\/lumo-living-room-bd24cb08.webp\\\" alt=\\\"Interior of Lumo Lakeside Lodge at Iisakki Village\\\" loading=\\\"lazy\\\">\n\n<div class=\\\"rs-card-body\\\">\n\n<p class=\\\"rs-kicker\\\">Iisakki Village<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3>Lumo Lakeside Lodges<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Design-led lakeside accommodation for 2+2 guests, with private sauna and outdoor hot tub.<\/p>\n\n<a class=\\\"rs-link\\\" href=\\\"\/en\/lumo\/\\\">View Lumo \u2192<\/a><\/div>\n\n<\/article>\n\n\\n        \n\n<article class=\\\"rs-card\\\"><img src=\\\"https:\/\/rukasafaris.fi\/wp-content\/uploads\/yootheme\/cache\/1c\/papin-talo-huone3-1cfaa1cd.webp\\\" alt=\\\"Twin room at Wilderness Hotel Papin Talo\\\" loading=\\\"lazy\\\">\n\n<div 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