VIA LAPLAND - NORTHERN EXOTICISM

Via Lapland stretches from Kuusamo all the way to the Arctic Ocean and the North Cape offering soothing, open wilderness and fjeld landscapes. The nature of Lapland is powerful and awe-inspiring: the midnight sun and the bright nights of the summer, the festive colors of the leaves in the fall, the blue moments of the midwinter and the glistening snow in the spring offer unforgettable experiences. The darkness with its flashing northern lights invites you to spend memorable romantic moments in Lapland.

You can enjoy the nature of Lapland in the peacefulness of a fjeld cottage or in one of the tourist and service centers of the area such as Pyhä, Luosto, Suomu, Salla and Saariselkä. Europe’s furthest-reaching wilderness and the Urho Kekkonen National Park with its juicy cloudberries provide excellent grounds for picking berries, hiking, camping and mountain biking.

The waterways of the area, such as the lake Inari, the largest lake in Northern Finland, the river Teno, Finland’s most important salmon river, and numerous other rivers and mountain brooks offer diverse outdoor activities. Try, for instance, river rafting, fishing or gold washing!

The rich culture of the Sámi, Lapland’s indigenous people, adds depth to your trip to Lapland. Get to know the living Sámi tradition, step inside the hut and receive a “Lapland baptism” while listening to the magic rhythm of the drums as the night falls. The Siida Sámi Museum and Northern Lapland Nature Center in Inari give a good and diverse insight into the Sámi culture and the nature of Northern Lapland. Korvatunturi is the home of Santa Claus, the friend of all children and those who haven’t forgotten their childhood. And by the way, an amethyst jewel from the Luosto mine in Sodankylä might be a nice Christmas gift!

Via Lapland - Partner municipalities