Nurmes
Finland · Pohjois-KarjalaFI
Town in North Karelia, Finland
Nurmes is a town and municipality of Finland, located in the county of North Karelia. The town has a population of 8,760 and covers an area of 1,854.78 square kilometres (716.13 sq mi) of which 253.7 km2 (98.0 sq mi) is water. The population density is 3.65 inhabitants per square kilometre (9.5/sq mi). Neighbouring municipalities are Juuka, Kuhmo, Lieksa, Rautavaara and Sotkamo.
Read more on Wikipedia →- Population
- 9,130
- Coordinates
- 63.542, 29.140
- Timezone
- Europe/Helsinki
Overview of Nurmes
Nurmes is a village in Pohjois-Karjala, Finland. Some 9,130 inhabitants call it home. The northern hemisphere setting is worth noting when you pick dates. Which shapes the pace of a visit. Expect water sports, adventure and nature to fill most of your time.
Things to do in Nurmes
Water Sports in Nurmes
(3)The water sports shortlist for Nurmes: Sailboats, Water Skiing and Water Sports. All of it is drawn from Nurmes's recorded activities. A short list, but an easy way to shape a day.
Adventure in Nurmes
(1)Adventure lovers get Abseiling. It is a direct read of Nurmes's activity profile. A short list, but an easy way to shape a day.
Nature in Nurmes
(1)Nature in Nurmes covers Walkways. Each one is worth building half a day around. This reflects only what is documented for Nurmes.
Best time to visit Nurmes
For anything on snow, December to February is the season. Outdoor exploring is easiest in April to June and September to October. For anything on or in the water, aim for June to September.
Getting there & around
Getting to Nurmes usually means a connection from Pohjois-Karjala and your own wheels for the rest. Nurmes runs on Europe/Helsinki time.
Similar destinations
Places near Nurmes that share the same kinds of activities.
Frequently asked questions
- What is Nurmes known for?
- In Pohjois-Karjala, Finland, Nurmes stands out for water sports, adventure and nature. That mix defines the typical visit to this 9,130-strong destination.
- What can you do in Nurmes?
- Options in Nurmes run to Sailboats, Water Skiing, Water Sports, Abseiling and Walkways — a practical starting point for an itinerary.
- When is the best time to visit Nurmes?
- For anything on snow, December to February is the season. Outdoor exploring is easiest in April to June and September to October. For anything on or in the water, aim for June to September.
- Where is Nurmes located?
- You will find Nurmes in Pohjois-Karjala, Finland. Neighbouring destinations are listed on the matching region and country pages.
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