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64. Keuruu–Multia cross-country skiing trip (cancelled) The children’s cross-country skiing trip will take place on Saturday 28 February 2026

A cross-country skiing weekend in Keuruu is an active leisure enthusiast’s dream, whether you’re a family person, someone who enjoys relaxing in peace and quiet, a keen sports enthusiast, or someone who enjoys other activities. During the final weekend of the ski holiday (week 9), there is something for everyone in Keuruu and Multia. Although our major traditional event, the cross-country skiing trip and skiing, takes centre stage, there is so much to do that even a lack of snow won’t put a damper on the fun.

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    The cross-country ski tour follows a beautiful route between Keuruu and Multia through the forest landscapes of Central Finland, organised on a public cross-country skiing basis. The total length of the route is approximately 50 km there and back. The route partly follows the same path and joins at the same points in places, so shorter routes are also available, starting from 5 km. To ensure our cross-country ski trail serves skiers as well as possible, the route will be skied using the skating style only on Saturday and the classic style on Sunday. There are also other trails in Keuruu and Multia where both styles can be skied on both days. There are good service points at the start and finish of the route. In Multia, there is the new Sinervä School and fitness centre, and in Keuruu, a magnificent indoor swimming pool. At the top of this page, you will find information on the children’s ski tours, followed by details of the Keuruu–Multia ski tour and its services. At the bottom of the page, you will find information on supporting programmes, accommodation and dining options.

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    Children’s cross-country skiing trip on Saturday 28 February 2026

    KEURUU

    A winter event for the whole family

    12.00 Games and activities at Kurkisaari, including orienteering, a toboggan run, a sledging hill and several campfire sites. (Wegeliuksentie 7(you will be redirected to another service)).
    Refreshments will be served and sausages will be on sale. You are also welcome to bring your own food. A certificate of participation will be awarded to all participants.

    Organised by Keuruun Kisailijat/Orienteering

    Keuruu-Multia Ski Tour 28 February–1 March 2026


    You can choose between the swimming pool, Kivelä or Veikkola as your starting point in Keuruu. The starting point in Multia is Sinervä School. On Saturday, the race is freestyle (no tracks) and on Sunday, classic style.

    At the starting points, there is a postbox either inside the refreshment station or outside at the starting point, where you can fill in your participation card. You can carry the card with you and collect stamps from the refreshment stations. If you do not collect stamps from the refreshment stations or are skiing a route where there are none, you may, at your discretion, note the kilometres you have skied on the card and retu it either to the retu boxes along the route or to a refreshment station. By providing your contact details, you will also be entered into a prize draw.

    Refreshments at the rest stops are subject to a charge.
    You can also purchase a €38 ski pass, which entitles you to services along the route, a medal, a certificate of achievement, and a visit to the Keuruu swimming pool.

    On both days, there is a waxing service and a coach service (€5 each way) in the mo ing from Keuruu to Multia and back, allowing you to ski just one way if you wish, covering the entire 25 km route.

    Programme and opening hours

    Saturday 28 February 2026
    Keuruu – Multia 5–50 km freestyle (no marked trail)
    INFORMATION AND STARTING POINTS OPEN: Keuruu Swimming Pool and Multia Sinervä School from 8.00 am to 4.30 pm

    Sunday 1 March 2026
    Keuruu – Multia 5–50 km classic style (note: no skating)
    INFORMATION DESKS AND STARTING POINTS OPEN: Keuruu Swimming Pool and Multia Sinervä School from 8 am to 4.30 pm

    Map and route


    The main cross-country skiing route runs between Multia and Keuruu, covering a total distance of 50 km there and back. The route partly follows the same path and partly takes different routes, so there are also opportunities for shorter trips. The scenery consists of beautiful Central Finnish woodland and farmland, as well as a few river crossings. There is a fairly steep, continuous climb immediately after setting off from Multia, but after that the route is mostly downhill towards Keuruu. There are signs along the trail wa ing of steep descents and road crossings. You should be careful at wa ing signs and also watch out for other skiers. The tracks on the main cross-country route were groomed on Saturday for skating only and on Sunday for classic skiing. This ensures the tracks remain in good condition, albeit with slightly narrower lanes in places. Over the weekend, all other tracks in Keuruu and Multia are open to the public for cross-country skiing, allowing the trail tour to be completed in either style. 

    Erkki Virkalahti is responsible for the route. Tel: 0400 645088

    Printable map:

    The map also shows the route profile:

    Parking


    Parking spaces are available at Keuruu Swimming Pool (Keuruntie 23(you will be redirected to another service, opens in a new window)), Kivelä (Kelloniementie 17(you will be redirected to another service, opens in a new window)), the Kivelä School car park (Uskalintie 6–8)(you will be redirected to another service, opens in a new window) and Multia Community Centre (Pihlajatie(you will be redirected to another service, opens in a new window)).

    Lubrication


    Keuruuntie 23(you will be redirected to another service, opens in a new window)
    Sat 8am–11.30am and 4pm–8pm, School Centre
    Sun 7am–11am, School Centre
    Sun approx. 11am–2pm, Veikkola
    Price: grip wax/glide wax €10, grip and glide wax €20.

    Transport


    Between Keuruu Swimming Pool and Multia Fitness Centre: €5 each way
    On Saturday,
    Keuruu Swimming Pool (Keuruuntie 23)(you will be redirected to another service, opens in a new window) at 9.00 am – Multia fitness centre (Pihlajatie 1)(you will be redirected to another service, opens in a new window) at 9.30 am – Keuruu swimming pool at 10.00
    am Sunday
    Keuruu swimming pool at 9.00 am – Multia fitness centre at 9.30 am via Valkeisenmäki – Keuruu Swimming Pool at 10.15 am.

    If required, transport can also be arranged from Keurusselkä Resort and Hotel Viikinhovi. Please let the hotels know your requirements when booking your accommodation.
    Contact: Heli Peltola, tel. 040 827 2753
     

    Participation certificates, certificates of honour and medals


    Participation cards can be filled in and retu ed at the Swimming Pool, in Kivelä (in the box), in Veikkola and at Sinervä School
    . Certificates and medals are available from the Swimming Pool, in Veikkola and at Sinervä School.
    Medal €5;
    Certificate €2

    Charging Pass

    The Laturetki Pass costs €38 per day. It can be purchased at the swimming pool, Sinervä School or Veikkola.
    At the swimming pool, payment can be made by card, cash and the most common payment methods, including the Smartum culture and sports voucher, the Virike voucher and the Sporttipassi. Cash only at Sinervä.
    The Laturetki Pass will also be available in the online shop. (Details to follow)
    Includes:
    Keuruu Swimming Pool: coffee/tea/juice and a bun/bread roll
    ; Veikkola (twice): coffee/tea/juice and a bun/bread roll
    ; Sinervä School: meal*
    ; Swimming, certificate of achievement, medal
     

    Recreation areas, fire pits and rest areas

    The cafés at the recreation centres are run by organisations or private companies. The information points are managed by the City of Keuruu and the Municipality of Multia, with the assistance of various organisations.

    Keuruu Swimming Pool (you will be redirected to another service, opens in a new window)(Keuruuntie 23(you will be redirected to another service, opens in a new window))
    Open: Information 8am–4.30pm
    Café 10am–6pm
    Swimming pool 10am–6pm (last entry 5pm)
    – participation cards, ski pass cards, medals, certificates of honour, swimming and sauna, toilets, café
    Payment methods: cards, cash and the most common payment methods, including Smartum culture and sports vouchers, activity vouchers and the Sporttipassi, which are valid for swimming and the cross-country skiing pass.
    Waxing service also available in the school playground opposite (see above). Payment by cash only.

    Sinervä School (you will be redirected to another service, opens in a new window)(Junttilantie 2)(you will be redirected to another service, opens in a new window)
    open Sat–Sun 8am–4.
    30pm – participation cards, medals, certificates of honour, toilets, café, dining.
    Payment methods: cash, card and cross-country skiing pass.
    – toilets, changing rooms, washing facilities (adjacent fitness centre)

    Veikkola (you will be redirected to another service, opens in a new window)(Veikkolantie 20)(you will be redirected to another service, opens in a new window)
    Open Sat–Sun 8am–4pm –
    participation cards, medals, toilets, café, outdoor campfires, waxing service, first aid on duty. Payment methods: Cash, card, ski pass. Waxing
    service Sun 11am–2pm.

    Valkeisenmäki campfire site, café.
    Mahlakota
    campfire site, outdoor toilet

    Swimming and washing

    Keuruu Swimming Pool(you will be redirected to another service) (Keuruuntie 23(you will be redirected to another service, opens in a new window)) 10am–6pm; last entry at 5pm. Admission in accordance with the swimming pool’s price list. Accepted payment methods include the Smartum Culture and Sports Voucher, the Virike Voucher and the Sport Pass.
    Multia Sports Centre (Pihlajatie 1(you will be redirected to another service, opens in a new window)) Showers for women and men 10am–6pm


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    In collaboration with the Skiing and Orienteering Section of Keuruun Kisailijat, Keuruun Latu, Jukojärven Veikot, Multia MLL, Multia Women’s Gymnastics Club, Keuruu Parish, the City of Keuruu and the Municipality of
    Multia The Keuruu-Multia cross-country ski tour is a leisurely event between neighbouring municipalities (5–50 km), which you can ski at your own pace. You can also follow us on Facebook.(you will be redirected to another service, opens in a new window)

    You can find the latest ski trail information for Keuruu via the link:

    Keuruun retkikartta (digi)

    EA information and contact details


    First Aid Duty: Ari Kakkuri (Fri) Tel. 0400 479361
    Olavi Rannala (Sat) Tel. 0400 252464
    Trail Manager Erkki Virkalahti Tel. 0400 645 088
    Keuruu Heli Peltola tel. 040 827 2753
    Multia Lauri Kananen tel. 040 3016230


    Recreation centre telephone numbers and addresses:
    Jukojärvi Veikkola tel. 040 7530783
    Veikkolantie 2, Keuruu
    Swimming pool tel. 0400 859 562 (Valmomo)
    Keuruuntie 23, Keuruu
    Sinervä School
    Teikarintie, Multia Tel. 040 3016230
     

    Call the emergency number 112;
    you do not need to dial an area code

    . Explain what has happened:
    an accident or a medical emergency

    The location of the incident, the exact address and directions to get there

    Tell them how many patients there are

    Tell them if anyone’s life is in danger

    Listen to the instructions, answer the questions and only
    hang up once you’ve been told to

    A calm and clear emergency call
    ensures rapid additional assistance
     

    Further information from Keuruu

    Check out services, accommodation, places to eat and more in Keuruu and Multia:
    www.visitkeuruu.fi(you will be redirected to another service, opens in a new window)
    www.visitmultia.fi(you will be redirected to another service, opens in a new window) www.munkeuruu.fi(you will be redirected to another service, opens in a new window)
    Events
     

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