Biking in Lapland North

Explore Lapland North by bike on summer trails, winter biking routes and scenic routes through forests, fells and Arctic villages. Saariselkä and Kiilopää are the region’s main biking areas, with access to mountain biking trails, rentals and guided tours, while Utsjoki and other destinations offer quieter routes and northern landscapes. Whether you are looking for an easy ride, a guided fat biking experience or a more demanding route, biking is a flexible way to experience Northern Lapland year-round.

Three cyclists riding fat-tire bikes along a narrow forest trail in a scenic, green landscape with low shrubs and scattered trees.

Biking in Saariselkä

Mountain biking

Saariselkä is one of the premier destinations for mountain biking in the region. During the summer, it boasts over 230 kilometres of well-maintained trails suitable for cyclists with different experience levels, along with 80 kilometers of winter biking routes. The trails wind through the stunning landscapes of Urho Kekkonen National Park, offering unforgettable scenery at every turn.


Downhill biking

For those seeking speed and adrenaline, the downhill trails on the slopes of Kaunispää fell provide an exciting challenge. Visitors can easily access equipment rentals, guided tours, and downhill biking passes through Saariselkä Ski & Sport Resort, making it simple to enjoy everything the area has to offer.

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Cyclists riding through open fell landscapes in Lapland.
Biking in Saariselkä during autumn.
Photo by Hendrik Morkel

Biking in Kiilopää

Kiilopää is part of the same trail network as Saariselkä, making it easy and convenient to explore both areas. From Kiilopää, Urho Kekkonen National Park is right on your doorstep, offering breathtaking scenery that’s accessible to cyclists of all levels. You can easily rent a bike and all the necessary equipment for your adventure from Kiilopää Adventures.

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Don’t know where to start your next cycling adventure? Explore maps and routes and find useful information about biking etiquette in Lapland North.

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Two people wearing helmets ride fat tire bikes on a grassy trail with low bushes, under a blue sky, enjoying the scenic beauty of Lapland in summer.

Biking in Utsjoki

Utsjoki is another popular destination for biking adventures year-round. While some trails can be more demanding, the effort is well rewarded with sweeping views of river valleys, high fells, and the stunning Arctic wilderness all around.

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Three cyclists riding fat-tire bikes across an open, grassy landscape with rolling hills in the distance under a hazy sky in Utsjoki.
Two people wearing helmets and outdoor gear hike up a rocky trail in a forested area, one carrying a mountain bike over their shoulder, the other pushing their bike—an adventurous scene that captures the spirit of biking in Lapland North—both surrounded by lush greenery and overcast skies.

Biking with a group

Want to try mountain biking or fat biking but not sure where to start? In Lapland North, you can find guided biking experiences for different skill levels and seasons. Joining a guided ride is an easy way to explore local routes, learn the basics and enjoy the landscape with someone who knows the area.


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