Lapland in Winter Most Wonderful Season Visit Finnish Lapland

Lapland in winter is like nowhere else on Earth. Here's why it's perfect for your next winter holiday. If you asked three travelers what's the best reason to visit Finnish Lapland during winter, you'd likely get three different answers. For some, it's the boundless nature and experiences exclusive to the Arctic like the Northern Lights.

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Visiting Finnish Lapland is a holy-grail trip for winter travel enthusiasts, snow wonderland seekers, and anyone keen on the classic winter and holiday feeling that only seems to come from childhood fantasies and winter wonderland films.

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Visiting Lapland is one of the best things to do in Finland in winter. Apart from drinking with Finns :D For practical info on getting to Lapland and where exactly to go, scroll to the bottom of this post. But first of all: Where is Lapland in Finland? Lapland encompasses the top part of Finland and actually stretches to Sweden and Norway too.

Lapland in Winter Most Wonderful Season Visit Finnish Lapland

Lapland is a region, not a country. It covers northern Sweden, Finland, Norway and part of Russia's Kola Peninsula. To put its size into perspective, Lapland is as big as Belgium, Holland and Switzerland put together. In Finland, this region takes up about a third of the whole country.

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The serene, snow-covered landscape of Finnish Lapland creates the perfect setting for a unique winter experience, ice fishing. As the icy surface envelops the surrounding lakes, fishing enthusiasts make their way to the tranquility of nature, seeking the thrill of reeling in their catch through a hole in the ice.

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Posted on February 22, 2019 by Renee Hahnel. Lapland, Finland is the ultimate winter travel destination! This dreamy part of the world has it all… think reindeer sleigh rides, dog sledding, northern lights, amazing hotels, authentic saunas, snowmobiling, snowshoeing, and much, much more! In this blog post, I'm sharing all the insider tips.

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Once the snow and weather spiral together like a frosty waltz, Lapland is set for the winter. 200 days of snow per year is the norm, with peak snowcover usually in late January and February. According to the Finnish Meteorological Institute, in northern Lapland, this translates to 50 - 75 cm of snow.

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This itinerary will have you visiting many of the highlights of Finland, including Finnish Lapland and the capital city of Helsinki. It will take you deep into the Arctic Circle, give you the chance to sleep in a glass igloo, and even have you meeting Santa himself. We've also put this itinerary together to offer you flexible transport options.

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Lapland in winter is a pocket of snow-dumped paradise that many overlook as a place where children visit Santa - which of course, you can do. But, it's way more than that. It's where skies are filled with the dancing northern lights and reindeer aren't just a thing you see in Christmas films.

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A few years ago we visited Finnish Lapland for the first time and from the time we set foot in the icy woodlands at the Arctic Circle, we were smitten. This winter we decided to re-visit Lapland, with a rental car in tow. Over the past few years, areas such as Levi and Ivalo have become increasingly popular, which has led to increased prices and reduced availability.

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Nestled in the northern reaches of Finland, dipping into parts of Sweden, Norway, and Russia, sits Lapland. Known for its snowy landscapes, endless arctic activities, and clusters of small villages, this region is an enchanting holiday destination.

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And it's true: winters here are cold! Visiting Lapland in winter means sub-zero temperatures, blizzards, and plenty of snow and ice. Temperatures in December are an average of 21°F, with highs only reaching 26°F. Nights dip to a very cold 15°F.

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The best time to experience Lapland in winter to the fullest is between mid-December - mid-March Contrary to popular belief, while this is a good time to see the Northern Lights, it's not the best. It's highly probable that the skies are covered by clouds on most nights and your view is hindered

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Lapland is not a country but a region of northern Europe lying within the Arctic Circle and stretching across northern Norway, Sweden, and Finland and into the Kola Peninsula of Russia. Although Lapland is well-known in Finland, it occupies a good part of Sweden and Norway.

9 Reasons to Visit Lapland in Winter Visit Finnish Lapland

Welcome to enjoy the winter wonderland offered by Finland's two largest national parks, vibrant local culture, and numerous wintry outdoor activities amid the majestic fells. Lapland North is a unique, family-friendly destination with pristine, unspoiled Arctic wilderness and high-quality services. More about the area.

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Finnish Lapland in winter was a very unusual winter in Finnish Lapland with the lowest temperature reaching -12°. Usually the Lapland temperature in winter the maximum temperature for the day is -20°. During the day the temperature was about -2°. As long as you bring some good cold weather gear and lots of layers the temperatures are bearable.