Gravel is a form of biking that mainly involves riding on dirt roads, forest trails, and gravel roads. It combines features of mountain biking and road cycling, offering the opportunity to explore new routes and enjoy nature. Gravel biking is currently the fastest-growing cycling sub-discipline.
Ruka-Kuusamo will soon have 900 km of gravel routes
Ruka-Kuusamo has now focused on assembling the area's route network into suitable and scenically stunning circular routes. Along the way, there are wide gravel roads, narrower forest service roads, and paths, and of course, some paved sections as well. The design of the routes has focused on both scenic beauty and the utilization of the area's diverse service offerings.
Gravel ride base camps in Ruka village and Kuusamo centre
The gravel route network consists of several hubs, with the largest being in Ruka village and Kuusamo centre. Additionally, there are intersections in Oivanki and Käylä. The routes can be combined in various ways, so there is something for gravel enthusiasts, those new to the discipline, and families looking to cycle together.
Gravel routes to be gradually published in spring 2024
The first routes to be explored will be listed on the Outdooractive.com platform. All routes will also be published on the Komoot platform by summer 2024. The Ruka-Kuusamo gravel season begins in June with the melting of the snow and there is plenty to ride until the snow returns in October.
