Finnhorse Trail Ride & Blacksmith Workshop | Ruska Laukka

2hrs

2-6

Basic skills, No experience

Heritage experience, Horse encounter, Trail riding

175,00 €

A calm Finnhorse trail ride through the forests, trails and hill landscapes around Ronivaara, ending at the old village blacksmith’s workshop in the farmyard. After the ride, gather by the fire for a warm drink and servings.

2 h · Max 6 guests · Min. age 12
First-time to experienced riders · Year-round

A calm Finnhorse trail ride through Kuusamo’s landscapes, ending by the fire in Ronivaara’s old village smithy.

Finnhorses, Ruka-Kuusamo Landscapes and Ronivaara’s Old Smithy

This two-hour experience brings together Ronivaara’s Finnhorses, Kuusamo’s countryside and a piece of the farm’s own history. You begin at Ronivaara Farm by meeting your Finnhorse and preparing for the trail with your local guide.

Before heading out, you receive a safety briefing and help with mounting. In the riding arena, your guide goes through the basic riding aids calmly and clearly: how to ask the horse to move forward, how to stop and how to guide the direction. The experience is best suited for a less experienced guests who feel comfortable joining a calm trail ride.

Your guide then leads the group onto Ronivaara’s own routes. The trail moves through quiet paths, open countryside and Ruka-Kuusamo’s hill landscapes, with the Finnhorse setting a steady rhythm for the experience.

Back in Ronivaara’s farmyard, the experience continues in the old village smithy. This is the old village smithy where Ronivaara’s blacksmiths once worked. At the smithy, you enjoy a warm drink, a sweet treat such as a bun or pie, and sausages. The old working space, the forge and the handmade objects give the moment a strong sense of place — something clearly rooted in Ronivaara, not added afterwards.

The Finnhorse gives the experience its rhythm and character. It is Finland’s native horse breed, known for its versatility, steady character and long shared history with Finnish people. With its steady presence and calm strength, the Finnhorse carries you through the landscape and into a place where Ronivaara’s horse culture, countryside life and blacksmith heritage meet.

Forest riding with finnhorses in Ruska Laukka in Ruka-Kuusamo

Ruska Laukka tallin pihapiiristä kesä- ja talvikuvia Ruka-Kuusamossa

A Finnhorse Experience with a Real Local Story

This experience is for guests who want more than a standard trail ride. Ronivaara’s old village smithy is part of the farm’s own history: the forge, handmade items and old working space connect the ride directly to the place and its past.

The trail, the Finnhorse and the smithy bring together Kuusamo’s countryside and Ronivaara’s own story, ending with refreshments in the old working space.

Good to know

Who is this experience for?

Finnhorse Trail Ride & Old Village Smithy Visit at Ronivaara is suitable for adults, couples and small groups who want to experience Finnhorses, Kuusamo’s landscapes and Ronivaara’s old village smithy in one programme.

This experience is especially suitable for:

First-time to experienced riders
couples
friends and small groups
travellers interested in Finnhorses, Kuusamo’s nature and Ronivaara’s local history
Adults: no previous riding experience required.
Young riders aged 12 and over: previous riding experience required.
More experienced riders: welcome

What does the experience include?

The experience includes:

meeting your Finnhorse at Ronivaara Farm
safety briefing, mounting assistance and guidance before departure
Finnhorse trail ride on Ronivaara’s own routes
professional local guide
visit to Ronivaara’s authentic old Kuusamo village smithy
the smithy’s forge and handmade items by Ronivaara’s blacksmiths
warm drink, sweet treat and sausages
riding helmet and necessary safety equipment
guest insurance and Finnish Equestrian Federation insurance for occasional riders

Duration: 2 hours
The duration covers the full experience: welcome at the farm, meeting the Finnhorse, safety briefing, guidance before departure, trail riding, visit to the old village smithy, refreshments and return.

Minimum age: 12 years. Participation for younger experienced riders can be requested by phone or email.
Booking: advance booking online or by phone. Online booking closes 24 hours before the experience.

The experience is carried out with the route, weather conditions and the horses’ wellbeing in mind.

Good to know and arrival at the farm

The experience takes place at Ronivaara Farm in Kuusamo.

Address:
Meskusvaarantie 79b, Kuusamo.
Location in Google Maps

Please arrive in good time so the programme can begin calmly at the agreed time. Part of the experience takes place outdoors in the farmyard, stable area and on the riding route, so dress according to the weather.

Choose sturdy shoes and clothing suitable for a stable and outdoor riding environment. Wear long trousers and a long-sleeved shirt. In winter, warm layers, gloves, a hat and proper outdoor footwear are important.

Please avoid loose clothing, scarves and backpacks. Riding equipment that has been used at other stables should be disinfected before arriving at Ronivaara.

FAQ

Do I need previous riding experience?
Adults do not need previous riding experience. Children and young riders aged 12 and over need previous riding experience and must be ready to take part in a guided trail ride. More experienced riders are also welcome.

What happens during the experience?
You meet your Finnhorse at Ronivaara Farm, receive a safety briefing and guidance before departure, ride on Ronivaara’s own routes and visit the old village smithy in the farmyard.

Is the smithy located at Ronivaara Farm?
Yes. The old village smithy is located in Ronivaara’s farmyard, so the smithy visit is a natural part of the experience at the farm.

Can a 12-year-old take part?
Yes, if the young rider has previous riding experience and is ready to join a guided trail ride.

How long does the experience last?
The full duration is 2 hours. This includes welcome at the farm, meeting the Finnhorse, safety briefing, guidance before departure, trail riding, the old village smithy visit, refreshments and return.

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A real Finnhorse farm in Kuusamo

Ronivaara is our family home and a working Finnhorse farm. The horses and other animals live here throughout the year, and everyday life follows their needs, the seasons and the work of the farm.

When you arrive, the day is already under way. For a while, you become part of the place and its everyday life.

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Horse welfare comes first

Ronivaara’s Finnhorses are known as individuals. Their health, behaviour, workload, recovery and everyday wellbeing guide both their daily care and the activities they take part in.

The horses live with other horses and have opportunities for movement, outdoor life, rest and species-typical behaviour.

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Responsibility is part of everyday work

We have developed our work around animal welfare, safety, sustainability and the care of our surroundings over many years.

Our work is also recognised through established Finnish tourism and equestrian quality systems. For us, responsibility is not a separate promise – it is part of the everyday decisions made at Ronivaara.

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Finnhorse Trail Ride & Old Village Smithy Experience at Ronivaara