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Santa Claus Village in the summer

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.

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

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.

Uncategorized, People, Places, Tips March 31, 2021 House of Art – Kaisa Sirén: ”Rovaniemi is...

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 �...

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, Tips March 20, 2021 Ounasvaara – Rovaniemi year-round Sport Reso...

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...

History was made, Rovaniemi attracted a star-studded line-up for the first ever Arctic Rally Finland powered by CapitalBox, and the world’s best rally drivers were seen driving the snowy roads of Lapland. Read all the drivers comments from Shakedown to Wolf Power Stage from our Flash.

Uncategorized February 26, 2021 Arctic Rally Finland Stage Flash Day: 1-3 Flash N�...

"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...

The first ever Arctic Rally Finland Powered by CapitalBox is raced in Rovaniemi this weekend February 26-28. Snowy and arctic landscapes of Rovaniemi are now the stage for high-speed action on snow and ice of the FIA World Rally Championship. Due to appropriate safety measures, spectators are not allowed, so the best way to get into Rally mood is in the comfort of your own home. Meet the teams, check the schedule and find out the best ways to tune in to Rally mood!

Uncategorized February 25, 2021 The Teams, schedules and ways to follow the WRC Ar...

We all want to travel and we have heard about health-safe travel, but what does it actually mean? We wrote a list of health-safe procedures and actions that help to take notice of each other and our own well-being during our travel and even beforehand - well begun is half done!

Uncategorized, Tips February 24, 2021 Safe is the new – and only – way of tr...

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:

Action, Lists, Places, Tips February 18, 2021 Winter holiday in Rovaniemi with kids

We collected a few bulletproof tips where to get familiar with reindeer during your stay in Rovaniemi in Lapland, Finland.

Lists, Tips February 11, 2021 Rovaniemi the City of Reindeer – the Very Be...

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

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, Tips January 29, 2021 Instagrammable TOP 10 of Rovaniemi Lapland Winter

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 Carin, who visited Lapland with her five colleagues all the way from South Africa.

People January 19, 2021 Changed by Rovaniemi – South Africans at the Arc...

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.

Uncategorized, People, Places December 29, 2020 Changed by Rovaniemi – Anni and the dogs 5/7

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

Santa’s video call is all-year-round product of Santa Claus Office offering a warm-hearted chat with Santa regardless of your location and no matter what time of the year

Uncategorized, People, Tips December 12, 2020 This Christmas calls for something special – A S...

This is a special post for all true lovers of Lapland, to ease the longing until we meet again! We listed the TOP web shops of Lapland to order your very own piece of Lapland, online.

Uncategorized, Lists, Tips November 26, 2020 Get your very own piece of Lapland – Now availab...

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, Tips November 11, 2020 Changed by Rovaniemi – Believing in Santa Claus ...

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 Marco from Germany, who visits the Arctic Rally -event in Rovaniemi every year.

Uncategorized, Action, People October 30, 2020 Changed by Rovaniemi – Arctic Rally 3/7

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

Rovaniemi lies at the confluence of two major rivers, the Kemijoki and the Ounasjoki. In the winter, the rivers are frozen for several months, lending extra ground for exciting winter activities.

Action, Lists, Tips October 26, 2020 Top 5 things to do on Rovaniemi’s frozen rivers ...

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 Helen from Taiwan, who’s childhood dream came true at the Arctic Circle.

Uncategorized, People October 2, 2020 Changed by Rovaniemi – Childhood dream came true...

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 ...

Uncategorized, People September 28, 2020 Changed by Rovaniemi – Proposal at the Arctic Ci...

The autumn is an overlooked season when it comes to visiting Rovaniemi. Spanning from late August until late November, it's an ideal time for activities.

Action, Lists, Tips September 12, 2020 Top autumn activities in Rovaniemi

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

Are you the type of traveler, who is not just looking for relaxation and pampering – but wants to get active, go outdoors, and explore nature? To feel the adrenaline and excitement, like the locals? Keep reading: we wrote the best tips to get the most out of your adventure in Rovaniemi.

Uncategorized, Action, Lists, Tips July 20, 2020 Adventure begins in Arctic Rovaniemi Summer

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, Places July 8, 2020 Hiking in Rovaniemi: Explore Dozens of Epic Day Hi...

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, Tips May 20, 2020 How to explore Rovaniemi while staying at home

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

We all love pictures, to have memories, but to also share them on Instagram and social media. We listed the five most picturesque activities to do in winter.

Uncategorized, Lists, Tips February 20, 2020 5 Most Instagrammable winter activities in Rovanie...

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.

Uncategorized, Lists, Tips January 14, 2020 Planning a trip to Rovaniemi? 8 Reasons to Visit R...

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...

Two Lapland-based mountain bikers Johannes and Kuutti did a three days biking expedition in Rovaniemi. Read from here how it worked out!

Action, Places September 20, 2019 Grinding around Rovaniemi: Three Days Biking Exped...

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 ...

Rovaniemi is a versatile destination for a family holiday. Experience Lapland's unique nature with its phenomena and plenty children-friendly activities.

Uncategorized August 21, 2019 Experience Rovaniemi with Kids – Activities, Pla...

Social media personality Amro Maskoun visited Rovaniemi in June 2019. Read what Maskoun did in Rovaniemi!

People July 2, 2019 Live Like Amro Maskoun – What Our Summer Ambassa...

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...

Uncategorized, People May 29, 2019 Rovaniemi Mayor Esko Lotvonen: Even a Bureaucrat C...

There are plenty things to do during the summer in Rovaniemi, in Lapland, Finland. Here are a selection of different programs to choose from for a short city break.

Lists, Tips May 2, 2019 Two Days in Rovaniemi – 10 Things You Don’t Wa...

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...

Corrina Stone: It’s been a dream of mine for many years to bring my children to the best winter playground in the world, Lapland!

Places, Tips April 7, 2019 Lapland with children: An itinerary by Irish blogg...

Rovaniemi, in Lapland, Finland, is a dream summer destination, if you're looking for an unique experience with easy-going activities and authenticity.

Lists, Tips April 2, 2019 8 Reasons Why Rovaniemi is The Summer Destination ...

This article will include a few tips to wrapping up warm, getting about and what activities to consider with Children during your cold but magical trip to Rovaniemi.

Tips February 6, 2019 Guide to enjoying winter holiday in Rovaniemi with...

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Santa Claus Village in the summer