Rastipisteillä

Rastipisteillä is a Finnish term that translates to "at the checkpoint" or "at the marking point". It most commonly refers to a specific location in an orienteering race where participants must find and register their presence. These checkpoints are marked with a red and white flag and usually have a control unit that registers the participant's electronic timing chip. Runners must navigate between these points using a map and compass. The number and difficulty of finding these points are key factors in the challenge of an orienteering course.

Beyond orienteering, "rastipisteillä" can also be used more generally to describe any designated stopping or meeting point, particularly in outdoor activities or events. For example, a hiking trail might have "rastipisteillä" at scenic viewpoints or historical markers. In the context of organized events, such as a scavenger hunt or a city tour, "rastipisteillä" would indicate the locations where participants receive clues, tasks, or information. The core concept remains a defined point of interest or mandatory stop within a larger route or activity.