Tahko Stairs
1054 steps, 800 meters from bottom to the top.
The longest outdoor stairs in Finland
Stair running and walking has become one of the most popular ways of exercise in Finland. Tahko has the longest outdoor stairs in Finland and therefore has become famous landmark. Stairs in Tahko are not only for exercise but they function also as a scenic route to the top of Tahko hill.
The total distance from bottom to top is about 800 meters and there is 1054 steps of wooden stairs on the way. Start points are located just above Restaurant Tirol’s terrace and next to the main lift upper station on the top.
Stairs are open only on summer season, as they are located in the middle of the ski resort and slope area. Feel free to use them while hiking or training, but notice that as the stairs are made of wood, it is not allowed to use shoes with spikes or walking-sticks.
Where are the stairs at?
Starting point is located just above Restaurant Tirol’s terrace.
Nearest parking lots:
- Sääskiniementie 560, 73310 Tahkovuori, walk across the bridge to the slopes
- Tahkolaaksontie 1, 73310 Tahkovuori, walk along the road below the slope to Tirol
Starting point on the top is located right next to the main lift (lifts 1 & 2).
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