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Top 10 winter activities in Rovaniemi

Rovaniemi is an urban oasis amidst the Arctic wilderness, where culture, wild activities and fairytales come together

The capital of Lapland

Santa Claus There’s no place like Rovaniemi, the Official Hometown of Santa Claus, for a genuine Christmas experience.

Northern Lights

Northern Lights Experience the magic of the Aurora Borealis in Rovaniemi.

Arctic Circle Rovaniemi is the capital of Lapland situated right on the Arctic Circle, which makes the town a gateway to the Arctic.

Midnight Sun The Midnight Sun – also known as the nightless night or polar day – can be seen in Rovaniemi from early June until early July, and nights are white throughout the summer.

Rovaniemi is shaped like a reindeer's head

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When to go and what to do? Explore...

When to go The best time of travelling to Rovaniemi depends on what you are after - the constantly changing seasons all have their own characteristic light, temperature, natural phenomena and ideal activities.

Activities Rovaniemi offers plenty of activities all year round, both outdoors and indoors. See here for experiences we've got in store for you!

Getting here Rovaniemi is situated in Finnish Lapland, right on the Arctic Circle. Despite the northern location, getting here is easy - Rovaniemi is well connected to the rest of the world via various means of transport.

Sights and attractions

Sights and attractions Where to go and what to see in Rovaniemi? There are scores of sights and attractions in the Official Hometown of Santa Claus - find them listed here.

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Planning a trip to Rovaniemi? 8 Reasons to Visit Rovaniemi after December

Rovaniemi is a true winter wonderland, but some winter months are snowier than others. If snow is your key driver, wait until January, February and March to experience the powdery white landscapes.

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