The haunting Winter War Museum tells the storey of the famous 'Invisible Finns' who defended against Soviet forces. Hike through pristine forests to Silent People, an art installation where hundreds of hay-headed figures stand in a field near Niittykumpu.
The hottest months are usually July and August, with an average temperature of 13°C, while the coldest months are January and February, with an average of -8°C. Average annual precipitation for Suomussalmi is 733 mm.
