Johanna's Tips for the Stay
Relaxing in Nature
Rovaniemi has nature trails with suitable
hiking destinations for families with children,
experienced hikers as well as nature lovers
with physical disabilities. Due to the clear
seasonal variations and thus ever-changing
nature, they offer interesting experiences
throughout the year for both the city residents
and visiting tourists.
Basic information is provided about each nature trail on Etiäinen.fi
https://www.etiainen.fi/en/Home
Situated only ca. 200 meters away from the apartment, the pristine Ounasvaara hill waymarked nature trails will provide you with the perfect getaway from everyday stress. Further, you can give cross country skiing a try on the well-lit winter ski tracks surrounded by nature.
SantaSport sports and wellbeing centre just a few kilometers away offers relaxing and fun activities like swimming, traditional Finnish sauna, yoga, pilates and bowling.
For those especially interested in winter sports, the Ounasvaara Ski Resort is located 2,5 kilometers away from the Ounasvaara Hill Apartment.
Efficient and safe public transportation from the living area to the city centre- bus stops right around the corner!
Welcome! Enjoy your holiday in magical Lapland amidst beautiful nature at Ounasvaara Hill Apartment.
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Ounasvaara
Situated only ca. 200 meters away from the apartment, the pristine Ounasvaara hill waymarked nature trails will provide you with the perfect getaway from everyday stress. Further, you can give cross country skiing a try on the well-lit winter ski tracks surrounded by nature.
SantaSport sports and wellbeing centre just a few kilometers away offers relaxing and fun activities like swimming, traditional Finnish sauna, yoga, pilates and bowling.
For those especially interested in winter sports, the Ounasvaara Ski Resort is located 2,5 kilometers away from the Ounasvaara Hill Apartment.
Efficient and safe public transportation from the living area to the city centre- bus stops right around the corner!
Welcome! Enjoy your holiday in magical Lapland amidst beautiful nature at Ounasvaara Hill Apartment.
The nearest point of the Ounasvaara Winter Trail is 1.6 km east of the Rovaniemi city centre. Ounasvaara, or Ounas Hill, is an ideal day-trip destination because of its easy accessibility. It is not only a famous sports centre but also a year-round recreation area near the city centre of Rovaniemi with marked and maintained trails and several great vantage points. At Ounasvaara, you can practise almost 50 different sports, and the selection keeps growing. In the winter, it is a great place for downhill and cross-country skiing, experiencing the thrill of speed on the toboggan track, or snowshoeing, among other things. In the summer, it is a great setting for hiking, speeding down the hill on the summer bobsleigh track or playing golf. Santasport – Lapland Sports Academy is also a centre of sports and well-being on the slopes of Ounasvaara.
Map & photos provided by Etiäinen:
https://www.etiainen.fi/gpsalbum/Ounasvaara-winter-trail/vwemqvho/b9987c5f-c73b-4ccd-89e5-a1119ffb2382
Ounasvaara Winter Trail
The nearest point of the Ounasvaara Winter Trail is 1.6 km east of the Rovaniemi city centre. Ounasvaara, or Ounas Hill, is an ideal day-trip destination because of its easy accessibility. It is not only a famous sports centre but also a year-round recreation area near the city centre of Rovaniemi with marked and maintained trails and several great vantage points. At Ounasvaara, you can practise almost 50 different sports, and the selection keeps growing. In the winter, it is a great place for downhill and cross-country skiing, experiencing the thrill of speed on the toboggan track, or snowshoeing, among other things. In the summer, it is a great setting for hiking, speeding down the hill on the summer bobsleigh track or playing golf. Santasport – Lapland Sports Academy is also a centre of sports and well-being on the slopes of Ounasvaara.
Map & photos provided by Etiäinen:
https://www.etiainen.fi/gpsalbum/Ounasvaara-winter-trail/vwemqvho/b9987c5f-c73b-4ccd-89e5-a1119ffb2382
Ounasvaara Obesrvation Tower
Fantastic view over the surroundings and the town.
https://www.etiainen.fi/gpsalbum/Ounasvaara-observation-tower/vwemqvho/bfecc9a1-750d-4227-a759-59fc1db77c58
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Ounasvaaran Lookout
5 HiihtomajantieOunasvaara Obesrvation Tower
Fantastic view over the surroundings and the town.
https://www.etiainen.fi/gpsalbum/Ounasvaara-observation-tower/vwemqvho/bfecc9a1-750d-4227-a759-59fc1db77c58
In the winter you can rent snowshoes and go hiking in the middle of untouched snowdrifts. Or rent a fatbike and go fatbiking through the scenic surroundings of Ounasvaaara - that is possible all year round. Santasport provides also guided activities for reasonable prices.
https://santasport.fi/en/leisure-and-well-being/equipment-rental/
https://santasport.fi/vapaa-aika-ja-hyvinvointi/valinevuokraus/
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Santasport
2 HiihtomajantieIn the winter you can rent snowshoes and go hiking in the middle of untouched snowdrifts. Or rent a fatbike and go fatbiking through the scenic surroundings of Ounasvaaara - that is possible all year round. Santasport provides also guided activities for reasonable prices.
https://santasport.fi/en/leisure-and-well-being/equipment-rental/
https://santasport.fi/vapaa-aika-ja-hyvinvointi/valinevuokraus/
https://www.visitrovaniemi.fi/attraction/kings-lean-to/
https://www.visitrovaniemi.fi/fi/kayntikohde/kuninkaanlaavu
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Kuninkaanlaavu
https://www.visitrovaniemi.fi/attraction/kings-lean-to/
https://www.visitrovaniemi.fi/fi/kayntikohde/kuninkaanlaavu
The Vaattunkivaara Nature Trail is located in Vikajärvi, 24.7 km from Rovaniemi toward Sodankylä. It is part of the Arctic Circle Hiking Area, a wilderness destination ideal for year-round outdoor recreation. The landscape's signature features are rugged hills, open, water-logged string bogs, and Raudanjoki with its spectacular rapids and lush shoreline forest. The hiking area’s trail network is diverse and has several resting places, offering visitors of all ages a variety of hiking destinations. The location is easy to access at all times of the year.
https://www.etiainen.fi/gpsalbum/Vaattunkivaara-nature-trail/vwemqvho/c7f194d1-5047-41d4-8bb5-f62aa3ecd83c
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Vaattunkiköngäs
The Vaattunkivaara Nature Trail is located in Vikajärvi, 24.7 km from Rovaniemi toward Sodankylä. It is part of the Arctic Circle Hiking Area, a wilderness destination ideal for year-round outdoor recreation. The landscape's signature features are rugged hills, open, water-logged string bogs, and Raudanjoki with its spectacular rapids and lush shoreline forest. The hiking area’s trail network is diverse and has several resting places, offering visitors of all ages a variety of hiking destinations. The location is easy to access at all times of the year.
https://www.etiainen.fi/gpsalbum/Vaattunkivaara-nature-trail/vwemqvho/c7f194d1-5047-41d4-8bb5-f62aa3ecd83c
Disc Golf Around the Year
Toramon Disc Golf Course
PälvitieLeisure & Wellbeing
Santasport
2 HiihtomajantieDownhill skiing with fantastic views.
Laskettelua tai murtomaahiihtoa upeissa maisemissa.
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Ounasvaara Ski Oy
14 TaunontieDownhill skiing with fantastic views.
Laskettelua tai murtomaahiihtoa upeissa maisemissa.
Possibility to see arctic animals, have a go with crosscountry skiing or just sit and relax by the campfire.
Elf's Farmyard
12 JoulumaantiePossibility to see arctic animals, have a go with crosscountry skiing or just sit and relax by the campfire.
Meet the Santa Claus at the Arctic Circle.
https://santaclausvillage.info/
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Dorf des Weihnachtsmannes
Meet the Santa Claus at the Arctic Circle.
https://santaclausvillage.info/
Ranua Zoo
29 RovaniementieSchneeburg von Kemi
15 LumilinnankatuCulture & Science and Music
Arktikum is a science centre and museum that lets you experience northern nature, culture, and history up close. Housing the University of Lapland’s Arctic Centre and the Regional Museum of Lapland, it stimulates thought, encourages debate, and provides a deeper understanding of the Arctic.
See, explore and enjoy the Arctic stories shared through our experiential exhibitions and events!
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Arktikum
4 PohjoisrantaArktikum is a science centre and museum that lets you experience northern nature, culture, and history up close. Housing the University of Lapland’s Arctic Centre and the Regional Museum of Lapland, it stimulates thought, encourages debate, and provides a deeper understanding of the Arctic.
See, explore and enjoy the Arctic stories shared through our experiential exhibitions and events!
Forests are a big part of our everyday life - probably in ways you might not have expected. Did you know that ice cream, party dresses and medicines all contain timber and other products that come from forests? Forests are hugely important to us humans and to the whole world. Using them sustainably is the key to a brighter future.
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Wissenschaftszentrum Pilke
6 OunasjoentieForests are a big part of our everyday life - probably in ways you might not have expected. Did you know that ice cream, party dresses and medicines all contain timber and other products that come from forests? Forests are hugely important to us humans and to the whole world. Using them sustainably is the key to a brighter future.
Korundi House of Culture is one of the most significant cultural destinations in Rovaniemi. The Rovaniemi Art Museum and Lapland Chamber Orchestra also operate in this wonderfully modernized and historical building.
The Korundi Shop offers a charming selection of arctic art and design by local designers and artists. The high-quality local products make unique gifts and souvenirs.
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Culture House Korundi
4 LapinkävijäntieKorundi House of Culture is one of the most significant cultural destinations in Rovaniemi. The Rovaniemi Art Museum and Lapland Chamber Orchestra also operate in this wonderfully modernized and historical building.
The Korundi Shop offers a charming selection of arctic art and design by local designers and artists. The high-quality local products make unique gifts and souvenirs.
The Rovaniemi Theatre – Regional Theatre of Lapland offers a wide range of different performances, with its speciality being local themes. Each year theatre-goers can choose from around 230 theatrical performances including children’s theatre and musicals, classics and new works, comedy and drama. Many of these are based on the written works of Lappish writers and northern themes.
From 25 th of February until 2nd of May 2020 there is a
60-year Anniversary exhibition on the Maison Louis Carré designed by Alvar Aalto.
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Rovaniemen Teatteri - Lapin Alueteatteri
8a Jorma Eton tieThe Rovaniemi Theatre – Regional Theatre of Lapland offers a wide range of different performances, with its speciality being local themes. Each year theatre-goers can choose from around 230 theatrical performances including children’s theatre and musicals, classics and new works, comedy and drama. Many of these are based on the written works of Lappish writers and northern themes.
From 25 th of February until 2nd of May 2020 there is a
60-year Anniversary exhibition on the Maison Louis Carré designed by Alvar Aalto.
The Town Library building designed by world known architect Alvar Aalto. The light Alvar Aalto created with the roofside windows you can only experience visiting the library inside. It is something that can not be shown with pictures. Hope you have time to see it yourself.
As one specialty the children´s department with books in different languages.
https://www.visitrovaniemi.fi/love/architecture/
Kaupunginkirjasto
9 HallituskatuThe Town Library building designed by world known architect Alvar Aalto. The light Alvar Aalto created with the roofside windows you can only experience visiting the library inside. It is something that can not be shown with pictures. Hope you have time to see it yourself.
As one specialty the children´s department with books in different languages.
https://www.visitrovaniemi.fi/love/architecture/
Jätkänkynttilä (Lumberjack's Candle Bridge)
JätkänkynttiläsiltaRestaurants
Yuca
21 RovakatuRavintola Roka Street Bistro
Kauppayhtiö Bar & Grill
24 ValtakatuCafe & Bar 21
21 RovakatuSiipiravintola Wingston Ky
17 KansankatuNili Restaurant
20 ValtakatuRavintola HIMO
23 ValtakatuDa Zhong Hua Restaurant
43 KoskikatuRavintola Monte Rosa
25 MaakuntakatuArctic Restaurant
18 ValtakatuFrans & Cherie Rovaniemi
4 KoskikatuRakas Restaurant & Bar
3 TarvantieCulture House Korundi
4 LapinkävijäntieVisit the cafe of Culture House Korundi
Cafes
Kotileipomo Antinkaapo Oy
13 RovakatuCafe & Bar 21
21 RovakatuChoco Deli Oy
25 KoskikatuJTK-Köökki Oy
14 RovakatuCoffee House Rovaniemi
30 MaakuntakatuANTELL-KAHVILA
29 MaakuntakatuSituated in Sampo -shoppingcentre.
Grocery
Nearest grocer's to the apartment.
Open Monday to Saturday 8 - 21, Sundays 10 - 21
K-market Hessuntori
1 SaaruantieNearest grocer's to the apartment.
Open Monday to Saturday 8 - 21, Sundays 10 - 21
Good selection for a small supermarket.
Pharmacy situated beside the supermarket.
Remember to use the parking sign for your car.
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K-Supermarket Ounasvaara
15 OunasvaarantieGood selection for a small supermarket.
Pharmacy situated beside the supermarket.
Remember to use the parking sign for your car.
Lidl Saarenkylä
2 PulkamontieNear to the pharmacy and another hypermarket.
Open 8 - 22 from Monday to Saturday
9 - 22 on Sundays
Anything from food to hardware and clothing.
Remember to use the parking sign for your car.
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CITYMARKET
Open 8 - 22 from Monday to Saturday
9 - 22 on Sundays
Anything from food to hardware and clothing.
Remember to use the parking sign for your car.
Open 8 - 23 from Monday to Saturday
Open 9 - 23 on Sundays
Anything from food to hardware and clothing.
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Prisma Rovaniemi
2 TeollisuustieOpen 8 - 23 from Monday to Saturday
Open 9 - 23 on Sundays
Anything from food to hardware and clothing.