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Kiuruvesi to Haapajärvi

Updated: March 16, 2024 07:00 AM
Haapajärvi

Kiuruvesi to Haapajärvi - Language, Currency, Distance, How to Reach, Expenses, Best time to go, What to Eat, Where to Go, FAQ

Language

The official language of Finland is Finnish. However, Swedish is also an official language, and English is widely spoken in tourist areas.

Currency

The official currency of Finland is the euro (€).

Distance

The distance between Kiuruvesi and Haapajärvi is approximately 130 kilometers (81 miles).

How to Reach

There are several ways to reach Haapajärvi from Kiuruvesi:

  • By car: The drive takes approximately 1 hour and 30 minutes.
  • By bus: There are several buses that run daily between Kiuruvesi and Haapajärvi. The journey takes approximately 2 hours.
  • By train: There is one train that runs daily between Kiuruvesi and Haapajärvi. The journey takes approximately 2 hours and 30 minutes.

Expenses

The estimated cost of a trip from Kiuruvesi to Haapajärvi is as follows:

Category Estimated Cost
Transportation €20-€30
Accommodation €50-€100
Food and drinks €20-€40
Activities €20-€50
Total €110-€220

Best time to go

The best time to visit Haapajärvi is during the summer months (June-August), when the weather is warm and pleasant. However, the winter months (December-February) can also be a good time to visit, as the snow-covered landscapes are beautiful.

What to Eat

There are several traditional Finnish dishes that you can try in Haapajärvi, such as:

  • Kalakukko: A fish pie made with rye bread, fish, and bacon.
  • Karjalanpaisti: A beef stew served with mashed potatoes.
  • Poronkäristys: Reindeer stew served with mashed potatoes.
  • Mustikkapiirakka: A blueberry pie.

Where to Go

There are several places that you can visit in Haapajärvi, such as:

  • Haapavesi Museum: A museum that tells the history of Haapajärvi.
  • Haapavesi Church: A beautiful wooden church built in the 18th century.
  • Haapavesi Ski Resort: A ski resort with slopes for all levels of skiers.
  • Haapavesi Nature Reserve: A nature reserve with forests, lakes, and rivers.

FAQ

  1. What is the population of Haapajärvi?

    The population of Haapajärvi is approximately 7,000 people.

  2. What is the weather like in Haapajärvi?

    The weather in Haapajärvi is typically cold and snowy in the winter months, and warm and pleasant in the summer months.

  3. What is the cost of living in Haapajärvi?

    The cost of living in Haapajärvi is relatively low compared to other cities in Finland.

*Distance calculation may be aerial distance.

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