Hossa Visitor Centre: Gateway to Wilderness

Located on the edge of Hossa National Park, the Hossa Visitor Centre (Hossan Luontokeskus) is the perfect starting point for exploring this pristine wilderness. The center provides comprehensive information about the park's natural features, history, and recreational opportunities. Visitors can explore exhibits detailing the local flora, fauna, and ecosystems, gaining a deeper appreciation for the surrounding environment. The center offers practical services such as trail maps, fishing and hunting permits, and equipment rentals, including boats and canoes. Knowledgeable staff are available to provide expert advice on hiking trails, fishing spots, and other activities. The Hossa Visitor Centre also has a café-restaurant serving meals and snacks, a gift shop with nature-themed products, and meeting facilities. Notably, the Ståhlberg meeting room offers visitors the opportunity to study the Värikallio rock paintings in advance before seeing the originals. These ancient rock paintings, dating back thousands of years, depict stories of shamanism and offer a glimpse into the region's prehistoric past. The visitor center is open for the majority of the year, but it is closed during certain times in April/May and October/December.