Feature articles on phenomena in Rovaniemi

When to See The Northern Lights in Rovaniemi + Other FAQ’s

Where to find the northern lights, when to see the aurora borealis and other important information.

For many, Lapland is synonymous with snow and no wonder because in Rovaniemi, we get to enjoy snow a full six to seven months of the year, and we have even accommodation made out of snow. And we love snow so much we even store snow from previous winter to use it for skiing the next autumn, amazing right? Take a tour around snowy Rovaniemi with Santatelevision. See Santa Claus and his reindeer, snowy attractions of Rovaniemi and even the city center turned into a winter wonderland. Get familiar with the sights, sports, nature and above all the winter of Rovaniemi.

Uncategorized, Phenomena, Tips April 8, 2021 Ultimate Rovaniemi Snow Kit for winter 2022

Kimmo Ketola and Sami Riekki from Helsinki, accustomed to globetrotter lifestyle, discovered Rovaniemi from Finnish Lapland to ease their travel fever. -We are so taken with Rovaniemi atmosphere that we will from now on, return at least for one weekend every winter. We still have many hotels, exotic accommodations and restaurants left to discover, Sami reveals.

Uncategorized, People, Phenomena April 2, 2021 Globetrotters from Helsinki discovered Rovaniemi

On Arctic Reindeer Farm, high above the Arctic Circle lives Miia Merkku, reindeer herder, a woman who decided to become a herder at the age of five. Reindeer play a major role in Miia´s life. Miia`s own wellbeing, is twined with the wellbeing of her reindeer. “I spend all my days with them in nature, their happiness makes me feel at peace” Miia says. Welcome to a Sustainable Rovaniemi blog series, where our local people tell their arctic lifestyle stories.

sustainability, People, Phenomena, Places March 28, 2021 Year of Reindeer – Sustainable Rovaniemi blo...

sustainability, People, Phenomena, Places March 23, 2021 Year of Reindeer – Sustainable Rovaniemi blo...

What if I told you we have an overall population density of 1,98 persons per square kilometer, which is one of the lowest in Europe, more reindeer then people, the cleanest air and waters in the world. Yet we live in a modern city filled with services and even luxury. Our summer nights are light like the most romantic pink twilight, and that our summer temperatures are mild like the birds milk, as we Finnish people like to say. Would you believe me? And the list goes on...

Action, Lists, People, Phenomena, Places, Tips March 22, 2021 COOL – ARCTIC – LIGHT Lapland Phenomena �...

sustainability, People, Phenomena, Places March 10, 2021 Year of Reindeer – Sustainable Rovaniemi blo...

Even when the locals see the Northern Lights every year, we never get bored with them or lose the feel of childhood magic and fairytale. Here the #visitrovaniemi social media went crazy again in nights of dreamy Auroras:

Uncategorized, Lists, People, Phenomena, Places, Tips March 6, 2021 Rovaniemi social media went Green of Auroras ̵...

It’s fair to say everybody fell for Finland last week, with WRC2 winner Esapekka Lappi summing it up better than anybody. “What’s not to love with this event?” he questioned. “We have the perfect roads, minus conditions, great ice and blue skies. This is why we go rallying.”

People, Phenomena, Places March 3, 2021 WRC Arctic Rally Finland – “This is wh...

In our new “Changed by Rovaniemi”- blog series, we share unique stories from travelers of Rovaniemi. We asked, what makes Lapland so special to them, why they have fallen in love with Lapland, and what makes some of them return time after time. Take a look at the story of French Véronique, who transforms her living room in Troyes every year as a miniature Christmas Village. In 2020, Véronique finally got to visit Rovaniemi – The Official Hometown of Santa Claus®.

People, Phenomena March 3, 2021 Changed by Rovaniemi – Véronique, the biggest f...

sustainability, People, Phenomena, Places March 1, 2021 Year of Reindeer – Sustainable Rovaniemi blo...

"For reasons like this the Arctic Rally Finland is the most exotic race of the year. The event carries years and years of family traditions and stories told from generation to another - attracting a staggering 600 volunteers."

People, Phenomena February 26, 2021 Undoubtedly the most exotic FIA World Rally Champi...

Welcome to a Finnish sauna! We Finns love our Sauna, and when you visit Finland, you must experinece sauna. A traditional Finnish sauna is like Finnish food culture, pure and simple.

Action, Lists, People, Phenomena, Places, Tips February 1, 2021 Finnish Sauna Culture

Can you imagine a place more Christmassy than Rovaniemi Lapland Finland? As the official hometown of Santa Claus® Rovaniemi is truly the home of Christmas magic. But what are the things and traditions that make a Finnish Christmas?

Uncategorized, Phenomena, Tips December 22, 2020 The Traditional Finnish Christmas

There are several different ways to experience the Aurora Borealis in Rovaniemi. See a few of our tips here!

Lists, Phenomena, Tips October 27, 2020 Top ways to see the Northern Lights in Rovaniemi

You know how it needs to be really cold and wintry with lots of snow everywhere for the Northern Lights to come out? No it doesn’t.

Phenomena September 30, 2020 What’s the best time of year to spot the Aurora ...

Rovaniemi bathing in an amazing full 8 nights in a row of Northern Lights. September just beginning and we are already having a full sky-spectacle for over a week, amazing right? All arctic people have their own beautiful mythology, believes and names for this heavenly phenomena. In Finnish the Northern Lights are called ”Revontulet”.

Uncategorized, Lists, People, Phenomena, Places, Tips September 3, 2020 Social media went crazy – 8 Amazing nights i...

It is beautiful, and kind of magical how the letters find their way to Arctic Circle even if there is no clear address written on them, just “Santa Claus”. Katja the main postal Elf says that even if the letters are written to be delivered to the North Pole all the post offices around the world know that Santa Claus lives in the Arctic Circle Rovaniemi, so the letters are referred to Santa Claus Main Post Office. Santa Claus’ Main Post Office on the Arctic Circle has been temporarily closed from April 3 due to coronavirus situation and will reopen on 2nd November 2020.

People, Phenomena, Places August 12, 2020 Santa Claus hears the world through the letters

In our new Sustainable Rovaniemi blog series Irene describes the surrounding nature to be her supermarket, her living room as well as her church. It is obvious, that Irene is happiest at nature.

Uncategorized, People, Phenomena, Tips August 4, 2020 Irene Kangasniemi, The Happy Woman In The Woods

Teatiamo was born out of an urge to break boundaries related to sexuality and at the same time design something timeless and beautiful.

People, Phenomena, Places, Tips April 27, 2020 TEATIAMO – The Happiest Company in the World?

Take this time to adjust your mind into thinking more sustainably, what Lapland Rovaniemi has to offer all year round.

Action, Lists, People, Phenomena, Places, Tips April 20, 2020 Missed out a Lapland trip? Don’t worry we ha...

In our new blog series, we’re interviewing the people of Rovaniemi – The Official Hometown of Santa Claus®, about their livelihoods and thoughts on what makes a happy life.

People, Phenomena, Places, Tips April 8, 2020 What makes Finland The Happiest Country in the wor...

People have always told stories, to lift spirits and raise faith and to educate the new generations about bravery. We believe this is the time for inspiring stories, stories of dreams worth fighting for, maybe even dreams built from the ashes.

People, Phenomena March 24, 2020 Rovaniemi, a living proof why keep The Dream Alive

Who could have known that we would all be in this situation together, globally? That the way we knew our daily life would change and the hurry that had become our pulse would be replaced by a still mode of confusion.

People, Phenomena March 17, 2020 Stay calm – Stay home – This too shall pas...

While the winter of Rovaniemi has taken all the attention with its magic, there might be something that has gone unnoticed. What if the Arctic Summer is the undiscovered gem, something magical, yet not found by big crowds.

Phenomena, Places, Tips March 6, 2020 The Undiscovered Gem

Traditional Arctic Lapland Rally brought F1 driver Valtteri Bottas to Rovaniemi. The weekend is one of the bustling ones of the year in Rovaniemi, Lapland, Finland.

Action, Phenomena January 13, 2020 Arctic Lapland Rally Brings F1 Drivers to Rovaniem...

Canadian singer-songwriter Carly Rae Jepsen came to Lapland for inspiration. Read from here what the artist did in Rovaniemi and what was the highlight of her trip.

Action, People, Phenomena October 24, 2019 Carly Rae Jepsen’s Visit to Rovaniemi Was Ab...

Sustainability is the keyword for better future. In Rovaniemi, local companies have adapted good habits to increase sustainability in their business'.

Phenomena October 23, 2019 Towards Sustainable Travel – Companies Taking Ac...

The Kardashians visited Rovaniemi in Lapland, Finland, last April and the Rovaniemi episode of Keeping Up with The Kardashians premiere is on Sunday 6th of October in USA. Read from here how to discover Rovaniemi like the Kardashians.

People, Phenomena October 4, 2019 Do It Like The Kardashians – What to Do in Rovan...

The Northern Lights season 2019-2020 has just begun. For photographer Alex Kuznetsov it means long nights for hunting Northern Lights.

People, Phenomena August 30, 2019 On The Hunt for The Northern Lights: Photographer ...

LGBT travellers who are looking for a something a little different, will find a a lot to love from Rovaniemi.

People, Phenomena May 31, 2019 Discovering Lappish Hospitality And Complete Accep...

Ounasjoki river deltas in Rovaniemi are a spectacular place for all kinds of summer activities. Go on a day hike, try SUP-board or spend an unforgettable day on river!

Phenomena, Places April 12, 2019 Discover The Scenic Beauty of Ounasjoki’s Deltas...

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