Kalajoki

Kalajoki is a coastal municipality in North Ostrobothnia that stretches along the Gulf of Bothnia with sandy beaches and dunes throughout its territory. The region features a flat landscape shaped by extensive shorelines and a quiet coastal setting.

The settlement received parish status in 1525 and later transformed from a tar trading hub to an agricultural community. This shift shows how the local economy changed from commerce to farming.

The place shapes daily life through traditional fishing and maritime practices that connect residents to the sea. These activities influence how people spend their time and how the community gathers together.

Visitors can easily reach the flat beaches on foot and the open landscape allows free movement in many areas. The best time to visit is during warmer months when paths are accessible and beaches are actively used.

The Hiekkasärkät sand dunes form a striking natural landscape that stretches for several kilometers along the shore and creates unusual hill formations for the region. These dunes attract large crowds of visitors who come to explore this distinctive geological feature.

Location: North Ostrobothnia

Shares border with: Kokkola, Alavieska, Kannus, Merijärvi, Pyhäjoki, Sievi, Ylivieska

Website: http://kalajoki.fi

GPS coordinates: 64.25972,23.94861

Latest update: December 20, 2025 15:52