Header illustration and illustrations of the churches: Jenny Lucander

 

Sights and activities for travellers

The Evangelical-Lutheran Church in Oulu offers a lot to see, do and experience during your visit in Oulu – everything from second hand finds to beautiful churches with interesting details and stories. Matkailuvinkit suomeksi.

Roadside churches

Jenny Lucander's illustration of the Oulu Cathedral.

Oulu Cathedral, Sofia Magdalena’s Church - Kirkkokatu 3 A, 90100 Oulu 
27 May – 1 September, Mon–Sun 10 am – 8 pm
The Oulu Cathedral, located in the center of Oulu, was originally built in 1777 as a tribute to Gustav III, the king of Sweden – and therefore the cathedral was named after his wife Sofia Magdalena. The wooden structures of the old church burned in a large fire in 1822, and the cathedral was rebuilt on top of the old stone walls with famous architect Carl Ludvig Engel as the designer. The restoration work was completed in 1832. The Oulu Cathedral is open daily, from Monday to Sunday, 27 May – 31 August 10 am – 8 pm. The ongoing facade restoration affects entering the church: at times the entrance might be directed to the side door facing Kajaaninkatu or to the side door facing Linnankatu. Pikku-Sofia Church in the churchyard is closed due to restoration work. Mass in Finnish on every Sundays at 10 am. The church is accessible for the disabled, etc. 

You can also visit the Oulu Cathedral and get acquainted with its history and art on a free virtual tourLinkki avautuu uudessa välilehdessä, which is also available in English. 

 

DOM Second Hand and DOM Vintti

Clothes for sale at DOM and DOM's community space with board games and coffee.

DOM Second Hand, Asemakatu 17, 90100 Oulu and DOM Vintti, Asemakatu 6, 90100 Oulu
Tue 10 am – 4 pm, Wed-Fri 12 am – 6 pm until 21 July
DOM Second Hand is a charity shop of the Oulu parishes. From DOM you can find a curated selection of quality second hand clothes and accessories for both men and women. The profit is directed towards helping those in need.
DOM Vintti is located opposite the Second Hand shop, in the yellow Vanha pappila building. From DOM Vintti you will find an outlet store for branded clothing and a community space, where you can freely hang out, play some board games and enjoy some coffee.
DOM Second Hand and DOM Vintti are open on Tuesdays 10 am – 4 pm and from Wednesday to Friday 12 am – 6 pm until 21st of July. Both Second Hand and Vintti are closed during 22 July – 26 August. 

 

The Agricola city pilgrimage route

Would you like a moment of quietness and peace? The Agricola city pilgrimage route starts from the Oulu Market Square. The beautiful bridge route goes through Linnasaari, Raatti and Pikisaari and ends up back to the Market Square. The 1,5 kilometers long route is accessible for the disabled, etc. The seven key words of pilgrimage - unhurriedness, simplicity, freedom, quietness, lightheartedness, sharing and spirituality - will support you on your way. The questions and prayers help you examine your own life and encounter the sacred. Printed instructions can be aqcuired from the Oulu Cathedral (in English and Finnish), free of charge. Feel free to ask the church guides for more information about the route!

Music events

 

Come and enjoy our concerts and group singing events! Free admission.