huippukohtia

Huippukohta is a Finnish noun meaning a high point or summit. It is formed from huippu (peak) and kohta (point or place) and is primarily used in geography, topography and outdoor contexts to denote a prominent high point in a landscape, such as a mountain summit, hilltop or crest. The plural form huippukohtia is used when referring to several high points. While literal in meaning, huippukohta can also be used metaphorically to indicate the peak of an experience or a phase in a journey or project.

In maps, route descriptions and hiking literature, huippukohta describes notable high points along a terrain or path. It helps describe elevation and sightlines, and can serve as a waypoint or landmark for navigational or educational purposes. In tourism and travel writing, listing well-known huippukohtia helps readers identify scenic viewpoints and challenging or rewarding segments of a trek.

A well-known example in Finland is Haltitunturi, commonly called Halti, the country’s highest point at about 1,324 meters, located on the border with Norway. It is frequently described as a major huippukohta within Finnish geography and outdoor culture.

See also: huippu, summits, topography.