Why Oulu? - Visit Oulu

There are many reasons to choose Oulu on the coast of the Bothnian Sea as your meeting venue. Oulu is the centre of science, business and culture in northern Finland and the fastest growing city region in Arctic Europe, but it is also a warm city surrounded by stunning northern nature.

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Congress at the intersection of urban and nature

Oulu's meeting professionals have long experience in organising both international congresses and large national events. The city's comfortable and functional meeting facilities scale from small events to large conferences. Short distances, a compact city centre, smooth transport and versatile accommodation make Oulu an excellent congress city.

Oulu will provide a unique stage for the congress, with an urban heartbeat, a natural atmosphere and northern hospitality. In Oulu, your guests get the services of a big city and the warmth of a small town in one package. In Oulu, a congress is more than just work: it's a memorable experience. In the winter, congress guests can marvel at walking from the city centre to the sea ice, or in the summer, admire the nightless night.

Oulu is its own kind

Oulu is known as a city of cycling, thanks to its extensive and high-quality network of cycle paths and keen winter cyclists. Oulu is also the European Capital of Culture in 2026 and with good reason - Oulu's culture is distinctive and soulful. Oulu is known for its original events, such as the World Air Guitar Competition, which has been held since 1996. You can also enjoy quality theatre, circus, visual arts and sports in Oulu. Musical events take place both in arenas and intimate clubs.