Rovaniemi has a surprising restaurant scene, with flavours of the world combined to Lappish tastes and numerous summer terraces to offer a relaxed evening out. Midnight Sun causes Finnish Happiness, through soulful moments surrounded by Arctic nature, embraced by Lapland phenomena and flavours. Hop on to this city of summer madness, to a way of life only experienced here, on and above the Arctic Circle, and spend an evening out on summer terraces, under the Midnight Sun.
Explore rugged wilderness and old pine and spruce forests, climb to a top of an ancient mountain, fjell, and wander in relaxing sounds of nature. You'll find more than hundred lean-to's and altogether hundreds of kilometers of marked hiking trails around Rovaniemi.
Action, PlacesMay 2, 2022Hiking in Rovaniemi: Explore Dozens of Epic Day Hi...
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...
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, PlacesApril 12, 2022Discover The Scenic Beauty of Ounasjoki’s Deltas...
On Arctic Reindeer Farm, high above the Arctic Circle lives Miia Ylinampa, 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.
On Arctic Reindeer Farm, high above the Arctic Circle lives Miia Ylinampa, 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.
Rovaniemi is The Official Hometown of Santa Claus® and Santa Claus Village on the Arctic Circle is like a real village offering dreamy services and amenities. You can choose form a variety of magical accommodations, enjoy arctic delicacies at local restaurants and cafes, join the daily arctic activities and of course fall in love with the mellow happiness of Christmas magic all year round.
On Arctic Reindeer Farm, high above the Arctic Circle lives Miia Ylinampa, 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.
On Arctic Reindeer Farm, high above the Arctic Circle lives Miia Ylinampa, 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.
Traveling to Lapland in winter with kids is a dream come true in many ways. As The Official Hometown of Santa Claus® Rovaniemi offers a one-of-a-kind winter wonderland. Rovaniemi offers so much wonders on top of eternal Christmas Magic that we had to make a list:
Ounasvaara is a famous sports centre and also a year-round recreation area near the city centre, with marked and maintained trails and several great vantage points. Here you can find accommodation, spa and wellbeing services not to mention activities and equipment rental.
Places, TipsJanuary 1, 2022Ounasvaara – Rovaniemi year-round Sport Reso...
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.
People, Phenomena, PlacesDecember 12, 2021Santa Claus hears the world through the letters
Looking for that must do, once in a lifetime experience to add to your Lapland bucket list? Introducing Polar Explorer, Icebreaker in the frozen waters of Bothnian sea in Lapland harnessed to take you on an adventurous 3-hour cruise of your lifetime.
Check out Rovaniemi TOP 10 Instagrammable winter venues. Rovaniemi is perfectly located to enjoy those snowy views as well as those arctic nature phenomena. Check out our Rovaniemi Winter TOP 10 venues to add to your to do list!
Lists, Places, TipsSeptember 29, 2021Instagrammable TOP 10 of Rovaniemi Lapland Winter
Rovaniemi summer selection of restaurants is relaxed, courageous and lush. The restaurants of Rovaniemi are anything but humble, we dare to say the hottest in Finland! The capital of Lapland offers not only unique restaurants and relaxed summer terraces but also local specialities and urban flavours from around the world. This summer capital has a capasity to serve over a 1000 summer terrace customers - double the amount of the grand terrace of Helsinki.
Finland was just named the happiest country in the world for a fourth year running, but what makes Roavaniemi the best place in the world to call a home for Kaisa Sirén? The Rovaniemi locals know Kaisa Sirén as a skilled magazine photographer and the beloved owner of Villa Vinkkeli – the house of art. Where does this Northern artist absorb her inspiration, how did the Villa Vinkkeli get started and what are the core values that drive Sirén. Read also the professional photographers tips of Rovaniemi.
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:
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.”
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. Have a look at the story of German Anni, who’s dog Sola has met Santa Claus already twice.
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. Have a look at the story of Irish Andrew, who’s daughter started to believe in Santa Claus right upon the arrival to Rovaniemi Airport.
People, Places, TipsNovember 11, 2020Changed by Rovaniemi – Believing in Santa Claus ...
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”.
Missing Rovaniemi? We miss you too! As travelling is not possible at the moment, we wanted to bring Rovaniemi closer to you. Read our tips to enjoy the Arctic Circle from your own couch.
Action, Lists, Places, TipsMay 20, 2020How to explore Rovaniemi while staying at home
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.
Kotisaari Island💚deep in the history of Rovaniemi the legendary lumberjack town, now offers @savuraflakotisaari -Island Restaurant, like in the good old days, and just a boat ride away from the city centre. This unique restaurant opens for service 1st of July 2022.
Rovaniemen Kotisaaren tulipesässä palaa jälleen liekki, kun @savuraflakotisaari avaa ovensa 1.7.2022. Rovaniemi on tunnettu legendaarinen uittolaiskaupunki ja Kotisaari tulikin tunnetuksi tukkilaisten tukikohtana ja tukkilaishistoria elää vahvana saaren rakennuksissa. Kattaus sisältää venekyydin, ja saapua voit myös omalla veneellä.
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Rovaniemi nature slowly getting a green summer look! 🥰💚 The past days have been +20 degrees and the new leafs on trees are unfolding. There is magic in the air on the Arctic Circle! 💚🌞
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Lapland Summer Tips for tourists 😍☀ Fall in love with Rovaniemi and have a look at interesting sights and places to visit, fun things to do and effortless equipment rental.
https://www.visitrovaniemi.fi/attraction/summer-tips-for-tourists-2022/
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Ready for those Midnight Sunlit nights of the Arctic! 🤩🙌🌞 This is an absolute must: Horseback riding under the Midnight Sun of Lapland!
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Keskiyön auringon vaellusratsastusretket myynnissä nyt! 🤩🙌🌞
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What a better place to be in Lapland summer, than on a beach terrace; offering food and drinks, karaoke, live music and pair dancing in a river view, under the Midnight Sun– the combination of Finnish Happiness.
@valdemariofficial restaurant and beach terrace summer season begins today on 18th of May! 🥰
Located on the riverbank Valdemari serves a large terrace with Lapland`s fantastic views. And when the Midnight Sun is shining the whole night long,
Check out Rovaniemi summer terraces: https://www.visitrovaniemi.fi/rovaniemi-summer-terraces/ link in story!
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Finnish Lapland and the Magic of the never setting sun. Experience the arctic summer nature and activities; Midnight Sun in all its beauty and madness.
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