Welcome to Kuhmo! From this site you can find opening hours of majority of local shops & services. Kuhmo offers a variety of cozy places to eat and drink, unique shops with Finnish craftsmanship, and cultural venues to explore. Whether you’re enjoying a homemade lunch, browsing local stores, or visiting the Kuhmo Arts Centre, there’s something here for everyone to enjoy. Why don’t you try local rönttönen in Kaesa bakery & cafe or learn about Kalevala the National Epic in Juminkeko ?
Check out also the weekly programme in Kuhmo: Winter Weekly Program in Kuhmo 2026
To Eat & Drink:
Josiella
Könninmäentie 6, 88900 Kuhmo
Buffet lunch, takeaway food, and catering for parties. Evening or weekend services can be arranged by order.
Josiella FB: www.facebook.com/JosiellaOy
Open Mon-Fri 11:00 AM – 3:00 PM
Please inform us by phone or messenger if more than five persons are visiting at the same time, so we can be prepared.
Kaesa Cafe & Bakery
Kainuuntie 87, 88900 Kuhmo
A cozy cafe and bakery in the same building. Homemade gelato and souvenirs.
Website: www.kaesankotileipomo.fi
Instagram: @kaesankahvila
Open Mon-Thu 7:00 AM – 18:00 PM, Fri 7:00 – 20:00 Sat 7:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Bistro Neljä Kaesaa
Koulukatu 3, 88900 Kuhmo
A generous lunch buffet inspired by classic Finnish home cooking. www.neljakaesaa.fi, instagram: neljakaesaa, fb: neljakaesaa. No reservation required, but appreciated for group bookings. The restaurant is also open by request at other times for groups.
Website: www.neljakaesaa.fi/
Open Mon-Fri 10:30 AM – 2:30 PM
Cafe Retro
Kainuuntie 91, 88900 Kuhmo
Hamburgers, pizza, lunch, drinks, coffee, hot chocolate and pastries. Good service, good atmosphere.
Website: www.kahvilaretro.fi
Instagram: Kahvila Retro
Open Tue-Thu 11:00 AM – 8:00 PM, Fri 11:00 AM – 11:00 PM, Sat 12:00 PM – 12:00 AM, Sun 12:00 PM – 6:00 PM
For large groups, please reserve a table.
Hotel Kainuu
Kainuuntie 84, 88900 Kuhmo
Hotel Kainuu offers accommodation with breakfast starting from 30th of January 2026, also lunch and a la carte.
Website: www.hotellikainuu.com
Instagram: Hotelli Kainuu
Open Mon-Fri 6:30 AM – 9:00 PM, Sat 8:00 AM – 9:00 PM, Sun 8:00 AM – 9:00 PM
Pub Villipeura (Wild Reindeer Pub)
Kainuuntie 84, 88900 Kuhmo
In this pub you can experience the local athmosphere.
Open Fri & Sat 9:00 PM-03:00 AM
Pohjola House / Cafe Torilla
Väinämöinen 14, 88900 Kuhmo
Tasty lunch & hand made burgers
FB: www.facebook.com/cafetorilla/
Open Mon-Fri 11 AM- 3 PM
St1 Kuhmo / Kotipizza
Kainuuntie 122, 88900 Kuhmo
Pizzas and hamburgers in restaurant. Hot dogs, meet pies, salty and sweet coffee cakes in cafeteria.
Website: www.st1kuhmo.fi
Pizza menu: www.kotipizza.fi
Instagram: St1 Kuhmo
Open: 6:00 AM-8:00 PM: Pizzas and hamburgers are available from 10.30 to 20.00 every day in our restaurant.
To See:
Kuhmo Arts Centre
Koulukatu 1, 88900 Kuhmo
Kuhmo Arts Centre is a stunning venue known for its unique wooden architecture and excellent acoustics. Feel free to ask our office staff for access to the magnificent Lentua Hall, featuring 15-meter-high ceilings and walls made of wood, on Fridays it is always possible! Welcome!
Website: www.kuhmotalo.fi/tapahtumat
Open Mon-Fri 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM. On Fridays, Lentua Hall has open doors. (Closed Week 10)
Kuhmo Town Library
Pajakkakatu 2, 88900 Kuhmo
A modern library with diverse resources and quiet spaces.
Open Mon-Wed 12:00 PM – 7:00 PM, Thu-Fri 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM, Sat-Sun Closed
Juminkeko
Kontionkatu 25, 88900 Kuhmo
Juminkeko is a Kalevala cultural centre where visitors can explore the history of the Kalevala and its significance through permanent and temporary exhibitions, as well as one of the world’s most extensive Kalevala collections. The centre also provides information about Viena Karelian villages in both Finland and Russian Karelia and serves as a vibrant meeting place for concerts, seminars, and other cultural events.
Website: https://www.juminkeko.fi/en
Open: Mon-Fri 12PM – 6 PM
Events coming: Kalevala Day 28th of February & the Kalevala Week 21.-29.2.2026.
To shop:
Ajankulma
Kainuuntie 87, 88900 Kuhmo
Optic shop, jewelry, watches, eyewear, and sunglasses. Includes Finnish and local jewelry, as well as repair services for watches and eyeglasses.
Open Mon-Fri 9:30 AM – 5:00 PM
Sanninco
Kainuuntie 94, 88900 Kuhmo
Sanninco offers ethical, ecological, and high-quality products made in Finland. The boutique also features local handicrafts and domestic products, bringing a piece of Finnish nature into your life.
Website: www.sanninco.fi/
Open Fri 11:00 AM – 5:00 PM, Sat 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM
Yarn Store Villa Vanamo & Poukama Store
Kainuuntie 9, 88900 Kuhmo
Villa Vanamo offers to knitter genuine natural fibers from responsible producers, as well knitting needles and accessories. In Poukama Store you can find poetry products, gift items, handmade knitted products.
Website: www.villavanamo.fi
Instagram: Villa Vanamo
Poukaman puoti
Open Tue-Thu 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM, Fri 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM, Sat 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM
Rusasen Kulma
Kainuuntie 80, 88900 Kuhmo
Gifts, decoration, toys, hobbies, cards and cosmetics
Facebook: Rusasen Kulma
Open Mon-Fri 9:30 AM – 5:00 PM, Sat 9:30 AM – 2:00 PM
Pajakka Clothing Store
Kainuuntie 76, 88900 Kuhmo
Pajakka offers a wide range of stylish and affordable fashion for all ages. The store has both physical and online shopping options for convenience.
Website: www.pajakka.fi
Open Mon-Fri 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM, Sat 9:30 AM – 2:00 PM
Tokmanni
Rajakatu 36, 88900 Kuhmo
A one-stop shop for everyday essentials.
Website: www.tokmanni.fi
Open Mon-Fri 8:00 AM – 8:00 PM, Sat 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM, Sun 11:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Nappa-asu
Kainuuntie 78, 88900 Kuhmo
A shoe store in Kuhmo that sells high-quality shoes, bags, suitcases, wallets, and shoe care products.
Open Mon-Fri 9:30 AM -5:00 PM, Sat 9:30 AM-2:00 PM
Kesport Kuhmo
Kainuuntie 85, 88900 Kuhmo
Sportshop with quality winter clothing & accessories.
Open Mon-Fri 9:30 AM -6:00 PM, Sat 9:30 AM-2:00 PM
Grocery Stores in Kuhmo
K-Supermarket Kuhmo
Torikatu 24, 88900 Kuhmo
Grocery store located by the market square.
Open Mon-Sat 7:00 AM – 9:00 PM, Sun 10:00 AM – 9:00 PM
S-Market Koulukatu Kuhmo
Koulukatu 13, 88900 Kuhmo
Open Mon-Sat 7:00 AM – 9:00 PM, Sun 10:00 AM – 9:00 PM
K-Market Heikura Kuhmo
Koulukatu 22, 88900 Kuhmo
Open Mon-Sat 7:00 AM – 9:00 PM, Sun 10:00 AM – 9:00 PM
S-Market Kainuuntie, Kuhmo
Kainuuntie 123, 88900 Kuhmo
Open Mon-Sat 7:00 AM – 9:00 PM, Sun 10:00 AM – 9:00 PM
