Muhos

Region: Northern Ostrobothnia (Oulu sub‑region) | Charter: 1865 | Population: ~8,844 (30 Sep 2023) | Area: mixed plains & forest

Town Highlights

• Located at confluence of Muhos‑ and Oulujoki rivers
• Site of Pyhäkoski hydro‑electric plant with Finland’s highest drop
• Culture centre and riverside living

Nature & Climate

Wide river valley blending flat fields south and Kainuu hilly forests north.

Fun Facts

• Power station designed by architect Aarne Ervi
• About 35 km from Oulu city centre