WELCOME TO HAILUOTO

To the ferry schedule

Check the ferry schedule here. The building of the embankment road will not affect the accessibility to Hailuoto.

A naturally beautiful island

Hailuoto – the hidden gem of the Bay of Bothnia, where natural beauty meets culture! As Finland's third-largest island, Hailuoto invites you to experience serene landscapes, sandy beaches, and fantastic birdwatching opportunities. Especially during the autumn and winter months, Hailuoto is the perfect escape: low light pollution allows for breathtaking views of the northern lights, creating an atmosphere of peace and wonder. The island is home to a close-knit, welcoming community, passionate about preserving Hailuoto's rich cultural history. Museums, art galleries, and cultural events invite visitors to explore the unique stories and traditions of island life. Accessible by ferry from Oulu, Hailuoto is the ideal destination to pack your sense of adventure and discover a magical island that captures hearts on the very first visit!

Hailuoto Christmas Market

7.-8.12.2024

This year, the Christmas markets in Hailuoto will be held in three locations: the Old Village School, the Youth Association Hall, and the Village House Pääkauppa, all conveniently located by the main road of Hailuoto.

"On one cold ferry trip, a dream was born: someday we would establish our own organic brewery in Hailuoto. Brewing organic beer from Hailuoto's groundwater seemed just the right and inspiring idea."

Read how Hailuoto Brewery started

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Quick info to Hailuoto

Ferry timetables

See ferry timetables here. Please note possible congestion and exceptions.

Ferry timetables

Hiking trails

You can conveniently find Hailuoto's hiking trails in the Outdoor Active site.

Hailuoto's event calendar

On this site you can find an event calendar for various events that you can participate in.

To the calendar

Arrival by bus

You can easily get to Hailuoto by bus (line 59 and 59S) from the center of Oulu.

Schedules

In cooperation

Pohjola Route

The best road trip in Finland can be found on the Pohjola route! The sea, the archipelago and light sands, forests, lakes and fells, the landscape and the idyllic travel destinations in Finland with attractions, restaurants and events. Experience the most fascinating sights, the most beautiful natural sites and little secret gems in Oulu and the surrounding area!

Get to know all member companies of Visit Hailuoto

Hailuoto is full of know-how, you don't always have to look for someone from the other side of the sea.

Get to know the companies