Utajärvi offers a wide range of opportunities for tourism entrepreneurship. The area is in need of various event and activity services and great investment possibilities in Finland. There are also plots available suitable for business use, and we support entrepreneurs in all aspects of business development. The area is well suited for nature lovers.
The municipality’s strengths include its rural character, rich natural attractions, and fascinating cultural history. Highlights include:
- Rokua UNESCO Global Geopark, Natura area
- Oulujoki River, flowing through the municipality
- Kiiminkijoki River, freely flowing in the north
- Numerous smaller rivers and lakes
- Traditional rural villages and landscapes
- Extensive wilderness areas and valuable wetlands
These features provide a rich natural environment and landscape, offering limitless possibilities for tourism ventures.
The regional development company Humanpolis, owned by the municipalities of Muhos, Utajärvi, and Vaala, manages and develops the Rokua Geopark. Humanpolis aims to enhance regional vitality and cooperation.
Utajärvi is known for its genuine and friendly people, as well as its progressive and open-minded approach to development. As a carbon-wise HINKU municipality, the development of business and housing is a high priority.
Distances:
- About 60 km to Oulu and Oulu airport only 45 minutes
- About 120 km to Kajaani
Neighboring municipalities: Muhos, Pudasjärvi, Oulu, Puolanka, and Vaala. Read more about Utajärvi Flow
If you´re looking to locate in Utajärvi, contact us!
Vuokko Paso
CEO of Utajärven Yrityspuisto Oy
vuokko.paso@utajarvi.fi
Tiia Juntunen
Business Developer, Utajärven Yrityspuisto Oy
tiia.juntunen@utajarvi.fi
Utajärven Yrityspuisto Oy is an industry and business development company founded and owned by the municipality of Utajärvi. Yrityspuisto Oy is constantly developing the business environment in the area and creating the conditions for the birth of new companies, as well as supporting the operations of start-up and already operating companies.