Hepoköns Waterfall, Saukkovaara and Pessimist House join forces with the European Capital of Culture Oulu

The European Capital of Culture Year offers a unique opportunity for participating municipalities to raise their European profile.

A white sign on the wall of the house.  The sign reads ELOISE GILLOW.  Turning point, 2022. Oulu 2026. EUROPEAN CAPITAL OF CULTURE.
Oulu and many municipalities in Kainuu are cooperating in the European Capital of Culture year.

Puolanka and Ristijärvi have become partners of the 2026 European Capital of Culture Oulu.

In addition to Oulu, 35 municipalities in northern Finland are working on cultural climate change.

The European Capital of Culture Year offers a unique opportunity for participating municipalities to raise their European visibility