Koillismaa Travel Recommendations for 2024 (Updated in May)

Ruka ski summer sleigh downhill track

If you visit the Ruka ski resort and you want to challenge yourself (just a little), I recommend you to take the ski lift to the top of the hill, enjoy the great views and instead of walking or taking the lift down, use the sleigh track downhill the ski resort front slopes. The track is situated right in the center of the ski resort and the entry point is just next to the ski lift upper station. The tickets for a single round trip are needed to ride the sleigh and they are fairly expensive for a single trip (12 euros for an adult in 2021) but a daily pass can be bought with a reasonable price. The track itself is as fierce as you make it. There’s a break on the sleigh so you can easily control the speed. The maximum speed that can be reached is quite high and using a high speed will add an additional fear factor to the ride. But I guarantee, it’s suitable for everyone - just control the speed according to the personal preferences. But one thing that is undeniable. It’s so much fun that even as an adult I was thinking of riding it again and again. For the kids it’s a full day entertainment. The Finnish ski centers in Lapland (well, to be accurate Ruka is just outside Lapland) do offer more and more fun during the summer season too. If you decide to come to see the nightless and bright nights of the northern Finland, I really recommend to stay in one of the biggest ski resorts (especially Ruka or Levi) to fully enjoy the summer season. #finland #ruka #travelguide#hiking#naturalwonders#roadtrip#summervacation#urbanexplorer

The town of Lucca is near Kuusamo and there are free shuttle buses available here. The town is really small, only a pizza, a sushi, an American, a steak, a station anyway, No.1, but a world-class ski resort, even skiing should line up, the hotel is Hard to order. If you don't live here, be sure to catch the last bus back to the hotel, after all, free of charge

Finnish Kusamo can be said to be a very small attraction. How do you say it is perfect for skiing? Probably everyone didn't wear ugg, everyone was wearing ski boots on the road. . . Well, that's it. The mountain has a meter of snow all year round, and the white one can last from October to May of the following year. The total length of the cross-country ski trails in Kuusamo is 250 km, of which 40 km are equipped with lighting. The best way to open it here is to rent a cabin villa, go skiing during the day, and in the evening, chat with friends in the room and eat hot pot barbecue. The point is that Kusomer can also see the aurora!

Oulanka National Park, Finland

📍 Oulanka National Park, Finland Forest Therapy adalah salah satu faktor yang menjadikan Finland negara paling "happy" di dunia untuk 4 tahun berturut-turut. 75% kawasan Finland diliputi hutan dan akses percuma ke 'terapi hutan' atau menghabiskan masa di hutan dapat mengurangkan tekanan darah tinggi dan kemurungan, membuat orang lebih bahagia dan lebih sihat. Finland dinobatkan sebagai negara yg penduduknya paling happy di dunia sekali lagi. Kiranya dah 4x berturut-turut. Adakah ini rahsia mereka? Kalau dekat & murah memang nak dtg selalu... #backpacklife #travelife #payabdtravelwithbrain

Oulanka National Park was the first stop on our trip in #finland. One of the coldest day I’ve ever experienced. That morning it was -24 Celsius Degrees and it felt like my whole body was about to freeze but the scenery and the experience was absolutely amazing.

As an outdoor enthusiast, this is definitely a great place to go hiking in the snow! The snow in the park is too thick. If you accidentally fall into the tens of centimeters, wear a winter jacket, and add the crampons like a bigfoot, it becomes a technical party. The national park is really beautiful. , forests, snowfields, rivers, lakes. Unfortunately, I didn't see small animals, only footprints. Many foreign friends are very light to wear, its a local one.

Seaside cottage in Kotka for rent Thu-Sat 8-10.9 now 320e. Comfortable accommodation for 6 people, wood-heated sauna, a grazed terrace, swimming dock and a rowing boat available. it is nice to go here in Kotka , Finland. The best to visit and enjoy. Seems its very cold for now but enjoy the outside view. Come and enjoy the place#celebratewithtrip

➡️Have you yet been to the east coast of Finland? There are some charming places to visit, especially if you are interested in history, architecture, and culture. What’s more – these easter gems are nearby each other, all less than two hours away from the capital by car, so you could visit them all in a single day. Here are some must-see places to visit and things to do: ✨Get to know Loviisa’s past in the city’s culturally significant esplanade and the market square. Pivotal to this 19th-century landscape are the pink City Hall, the neo-gothic church, and the oldest wooden community center in the country. 🛠Continue your day in the nearby Strömfors Ironworks, a picturesque village founded in 1695, where you can enjoy lunch in an idyllic milieu and discover unique gifts made by local artisans. 🛑Hamina’s round city plan from the 1720s is a fascinating sight to see, and it is also a worldwide rarity. In the center, you’ll find the grand city hall, the starting point for eight radial streets. Marvel at the significant historical buildings and other sights along the blocks and continue your way to the octagon-shaped fortress surrounding the old town. ⚓️In Kotka, stroll around the central Kotkansaari district. Admire a couple of dozen art pieces made mostly by Finnish contemporary artists at the Sculpture Promenade. If you are keen to learn more about the marine culture, pay a visit to the Maritime Center Vellamo, which hosts the Maritime Museum of Finland. #visitfinland #ourfinland #celebratewithtrip

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RUKA! Ski-inn Ruka Valley, a lovely stay!

#wecreate I went to Ruka in May 2023 to participate in the NUTS Karhunkierros Trail Running. It was my first time in Ruka and at the Ski-Inn Ruka Valley Hotel and I was surprised about how beautiful and comfortable the hotel was! My studio apartment was big, clean and practical! I had everything I needed for cooking, and also a balcony with a lovely view on the lake. My bed was extremely comfortable and the hotel was very silent at night! Before bedtime, I absolutely loved enjoying the finnish sauna! #ruka

To Finland, you must feel the Finnish traditional wooden house, it should be said that the villa bar h [address] Finland Kusamo, there is a certain distance from the city of Lucca, but there is a free shuttle bus, not bad [People flow] There are quite a lot of people, it is recommended to book and go to [taste] the same, in fact, breakfast is OK, but salmon and bacon are really salty! [Service] It is a capitalist country. If the door is frozen, it will not be opened. Actually, it will have to collect money and it must be properly solved! In general, it is recommended. It was originally a lake. It has frozen into a large natural ski resort and it is quite fun!