Saariselkä

Northernmost outdoor resort

Approximately 250 kilometres North of the Arctic Circle is Europe’s northernmost outdoor resort, Saariselkä. A wide range of accommodation options and other services are nearby, yet the peace of nature is only a few steps away. Saariselkä serves as a gateway to Finland’s second-largest national park of the Urho Kekkonen National Park.

Saariselkä is easy to reach by air through Finland’s northernmost airport Ivalo. Saariselkä is conveniently located by the main road E75 which allows arrival by car or bus.

Activities in northernmost Lapland

Enjoy the purity of the arctic nature and the silence of the vast wilderness. Explore snow, polar night and the magical dance of the Northern Lights, or fall in love with the cleanest air, breath-taking landscapes and midnight sun. Love carefree moments, learn something new and discover the vibrant local culture! There are plenty of interesting and unique activities in northernmost Lapland to explore.

There is plenty to do and see year-round, with something for everyone. You can try out different nature sports, explore the intriguing local lifestyle, learn from the arctic nature or simply enjoy the silence and just be. Northernmost Lapland offers an authentic setting for you and your family to enjoy your holiday. See the selection of different experiences and easily choose the right adventures for you!

You can browse the activities in Lapland North Destinations by filtering your preferred location and chosen season. You can also select a specific activity category and quickly book your activities online.