For visitors

Welcome to Pyhäjoki

Since you’ve already come this far, these places are worth experiencing:

The nature and atmosphere of the river delta

Koskipuisto - Hourunkoski (rapids park)

From the southern bank of the northern branch of the Pyhäjoki River, Koskipuisto (Rapids Park) offers views of the Hourunkoski rapids. The park’s paths are also accessible for people with reduced mobility. On the northern bank of the river, you can enjoy a picnic—perhaps at a lean-to shelter—accompanied by the sound of rushing rapids.
Address: Niskantie 17, 86100 Pyhäjoki, Finland.

Saaren penkkatie (embankment road)

The Saaren Penkkatie embankment road runs, as its name suggests, on an island between the southern and northern branches of the Pyhäjoki River. The embankment roads in Pyhäjoki were built in the 1950s to protect the low-lying riverbank areas from flooding. In addition to flood protection, they serve as excellent recreational routes for both walking and cycling. Stop at a rest area for a picnic and enjoy the changing seasons from a perfect vantage point.
Address: Kokkolantie 90 or Niskantie 15, 86100 Pyhäjoki, Finland.

Kielosaari Nature Trail

From Kielosaari, a charming 600-meter nature trail begins, introducing visitors to the diverse river landscape. Small bridges lead from one island to another, and boardwalks take you all the way to a small birdwatching tower and a campfire site. Take a break on the benches along the trail or on the water-smoothed rocks to listen to the gentle lapping of the river and enjoy the scenery.

Address: Vanhatie 73, 86100 Pyhäjoki, Finland.

Echoes of the past

Etelänkylän Isosilta  (a wooden bridge)

Etelänkylä Isosilta Bridge is the oldest wooden bridge in Finland still in use for traffic. In 1982, it was “declared” a museum bridge. Completed in 1837, the bridge is a timber truss structure consisting of four spans. At 77 metres in length, it creates a historic and impressive view over the rapids landscape of the southern mouth of the Pyhäjoki River.
Address: Vanhatie 75 or Eteläkyläntie 42, 86100 Pyhäjoki, Finland.

Annala Local Heritage Museum

The Annala Local Heritage Museum area features 22 buildings and around 8,000 artefacts illustrating life in the past, before the era of tractors. The museum project began with items from the museum section of the 1957 parish exhibition held in Pyhäjoki. It became reality in 1963, when the Annala Local Heritage Museum was opened to the public.

Address: Annalantie 20, 86100 Pyhäjoki, Finland.

Enjoy diverse seaside experiences

Pyhäluoto

Pyhäluoto’s sandy beach is an excellent swimming spot, also suitable for children. Smooth, rocky shores create a stunning landscape. The beach is also popular among windsurfers and kite surfers.
Address: Pyhäluodontie 144, 86100 Pyhäjoki, Finland

Kultaranta

Kultaranta is a “hidden treasure” located by the sea in the village of Parhalahti. This sandy beach can also be reached via a forest road, making it an ideal destination for joggers and mountain bikers as well. 
Address: Hietakari 3, 86110 Pyhäjoki, Finland

Yppäri Village beaches

The over 200-metre-wide sandy beach in Yppäri is located next to the village harbour and is suitable for visitors of all ages. Birdwatchers will appreciate the birdwatching tower built at the harbour in 2024.
Address: Pörkäntie 110, 86170 Pyhäjoki, Finland.

Elävisluoto is a rocky shoreline area that is an ideal spot for surfers, even in winter when the sea is still ice-free. There is also a fishing harbour in Elävisluoto.
Address: Elävisluodontie 24, 86170 Pyhäjoki, Finland.

The swimming spots of Pylhy and Pöllä are located south of Elävisluoto. These are shallow sandy beaches and are also suitable for children.
Pylhy: Elävisluodontie 175, 86170 Pyhäjoki, Finland.
Pöllä: Pöllantie 114, 86170 Pyhäjoki, Finland.

From Yppäri Merimaja (Seaside Lodge), a road leads to the swimming area, which also has a campfire site for hikers. The road to the beach starts north of Merimaja. 

The address of Merimaja is Rannanmäentie 70, 86170 Pyhäjoki, Finland. Coordinates: N64°24'44.5" E24°05'50.2".