Oulu, together with its surrounding regions, is like a miniature Finland.
Over 270 000 people reside in the Oulu region located only a one-hour flight away from Helsinki. Life in the city of three universities is colored by year-round cultural events and green nature. Oulu is the capital of culture and technology of northern Europe. Oulu, the Silicon Valley of the North, operates as an encouraging growth platform for world-class projects and success where innovations and future go hand in hand.
Oulu enchants with its year-round beauty and unforgettable experiences. Each season offers splendor in the city of culture. Culture is rooted deep in the hearts of the locals, and Oulu proudly carries the title of the 2026 European Capital of Culture. The main goal is to create cultural climate change that allows people to unite through the power of culture.
