What to do during Autumn in Rovaniemi?
The Arctic nights of endless sunlight is followed by fresh autumn breeze and romantic dark nights. In Rovaniemi, autumn months of late-August and September are statistically great months for seeing the Northern Lights. In Finland, autumn is time of many activities before the snow arrives. Here are some tips for fulfilling autumn trip.
The Thing in Rovaniemi’s Autumn: Foliage
The Thing in Rovaniemi’s Autumn: Foliage
Fall foliage, “ruska” in Finnish, is the process of leafs turning various shades of yellow, orange, red and brown. It’s the northern equivalent of the famous Japanese Hanami, that starts normally in September. To take the advantage of foliage, go to nature! One hour drive from Rovaniemi city center, Auttiköngäs is a popular destination in autumn due to it’s colorful nature, taiga forests and one of the greatest’s waterfalls in Finland. There are daytrips available to Auttiköngäs.
Autumn brings back the Northern Lights
Autumn brings back the Northern Lights
The Aurora season in Rovaniemi starts late-August when the nights are dark again after bright summer nights. There are many ways to experience the Northern Lights in Rovaniemi. Try for example:
Reindeer and husky tours
Reindeer and husky tours
Beautiful animals of Lapland can be seen in by participating a tour at the reindeer farms and husky kennels in the area. You can choose from simple farm visits or try a sleigh ride activity. In autumn, the huskies run with wheel carts & the mushers teach you how to ride it. For animal welfare reasons cart tours are offered only weather permitting, weather being cold enough.
Autumn in Rovaniemi: Epic Hiking Time
Autumn in Rovaniemi: Epic Hiking Time
In Lapland, autumn is a famous hiking time with its colorful foliage. You’ll find many hiking trails around Rovaniemi. The closest one’s are in walking distance from the city center, such as Ounasvaara’s trails and Koivusaari. Rent a bike from some of your providers and discover Ounasvaara’s trails by a mountainbike or e-mountainbike! Arctic Circle Hiking area with scenic rapids of Vikaköngäs and Vaattunkiköngäs are easy and family-friendly daytrip destinations.
Find Forest’s Treasures – Go Harvesting!
Find Forest’s Treasures – Go Harvesting!
The Finns go wild about berries and mushrooms that are ready to be picked in autumn. Starting already in late-July and lasting early October, berries such as blueberry, lingonberry and cloudberry are ready to eat and various mushrooms pop out in forests. Join a tour and let a guide lead to discover forests treasures at their best, in best possible locations.
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Autumn activities in Rovaniemi
Summer Excursion to the Amethyst Mine in Luosto
Embark on a Day Trip to Amethyst Mine in Lapland’s stunning Pyhä-Luosto region, dig for your own lucky gemstone and hear fascinating stories from locals!
Wild Berry Hunt
Step into our private forests and experience the peaceful beauty of nature while foraging for seasonal berries like blueberries, lingonberries, or cloudberries.
Walking with the huskies
A guided 2-3 km Hike with huskies.
Northern Lights Hunting tour by Van
This 3-hour tour includes transportation, guidance, storytelling and hot sausages by the campfire. Learn about Nordic myths and see the colorful lights fire up the sky.
Rovaniemi: Insider Complete Winter Clothing Set
Rent a full set of warm winter gear—jacket, pants, gloves, and boots—for a comfortable day in Lapland’s cold.
Private Rovaniemi Lakeside Sauna & Fireside Experience
This is more than a sauna — it’s a chance to live like a local, unwind by a crackling fire, and enjoy authentic Finnish traditions, not to mention ice swimming.
Guaranteed Ultimate Aurora Hunt (Guaranteed or Refund)
Join the most successful & recommended Aurora chasing Tour in the region for an unforgettable journey under the mesmerising Northern Lights!
Rovaniemi – Ranua Wildlife Park transfer
Rovaniemi – Ranua Wildlife Park – Rovaniemi transfer for 1-4 people