Not sure how to start when it comes to planning a trip to Rovaniemi in winter? I’ve visited Finnish Lapland multiple times — as well as other areas in the Arctic region — and this post is designed to make it easy to plan a quick and easy Rovaniemi itinerary with all the best winter…
Many people plan a trip to Rovaniemi in winter with one main thing on their mind… spotting Finnish Lapland’s fickle but phenomenal Northern lights! This guide will go over when and how you can see the Northern lights in Rovaniemi, including how to spot them independently in the city and surroundings, as well as my…
Taking a day trip to the rugged, icy landscape of the breathtaking Korouoma Canyon is one of the best ways to spend a winter day in Rovaniemi. This deep canyon goes up to 130 meters (427 feet) at its deepest point, stretching 30 kilometers long with beautiful views all along its length. So be prepared…
Home to Santa Claus Village, the Arctic Circle, and more winter activities than you’ve probably ever heard of, Rovaniemi has earned its bucket list status for winter-loving travelers many times over. It’s the largest city in Finnish Lapland and an iconic winter destination in Finland for a reason! And let me tell you, while visiting…
What happens to “Santa Claus’s hometown” when, well, Christmas is over? Luckily, quite a lot! While Christmas itself might be done and dusted, Rovaniemi in January is still very much in the festive spirit… and will be for the next few months. With the line for the Arctic Circle actually running through Santa Claus Village,…
One of the most iconic activities you can enjoy while visiting Finnish Lapland is taking a husky ride through the snow above the Arctic Circle! It’s a classic winter in Finland itinerary staple and a must-do while visiting Rovaniemi in winter. There are lots of options for dog sledding in Rovaniemi, some better than others….
The northern Finnish city of Rovaniemi is most known for its huge array of winter adventure activities, from dog sledding to Northern lights chasing to snowmobiling and beyond. But no matter the season, any trip to the ‘capital’ of Finnish Lapland should include some time enjoying the lovely city center of Rovaniemi. Arktikum is really…
Finnish Lapland is a region of untamed beauty, one that’s a bucket list wish for many people. The magic of life above the Arctic Circle is hard to express, especially its pristine landscapes and dazzling Northern lights displays. Getting here is a trek, but it’s worth the effort, and many travelers don’t want to end their…
Lausanne in winter is fairytale perfect the way that Switzerland can only do winter: houses seemingly meant to be covered in blankets of snow, an ever-present twinkle of lights on the city streets, crisp wintry air blowing in off the lake… there’s something so unmistakably cozy about a Swiss lake city that exudes warmth even…