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The Hidden North
North European travel guide
68.2 degrees north
Saariselkä, Finland
Saariselkä is primarily a tourist resort and ski centre. The village is basically just a collection of hotels and activity centres, but there is a reason for that – Saariselkä is one of the most popular places to visit in winter in Finland.
Fun Facts About Saariselkä
Latitude: 68.2 degrees north
In this Travel Guide...
Things to See & Do
Here’s an overview of some of the best things to see and do in Saariselkä
Hikes, Day Trips & Experiences
Looking to go for a hike or take part in a unique experience? Here are our recommendations!
Road-Trips
Follow our road-trip guides for scenic trips around Saariselkä
Self-Guided Walks
Saariselkä on YouTube
Watch our YouTube videos featuring Saariselkä
Uniquely Saariselkä
Here are some things that you must do and try in Saariselkä
History of Saariselkä
Saariselkä Today
Travel Information
Getting Here
Fly: No airport – closest airport is Ivalo, a 20 minute drive away.
Drive: Saariselkä is located on the E75 approximately 20 minutes south of Ivalo.
Train: No train access
Ferry: No ferry access.
Getting Around
It’s not necessary to have a car if you plan on basing yourself in Saariselkä for a few days. You can book an airport transfer, and many of the activity centres are within walking distance.
Shops
Places to Eat
Cafes & Bakeries
Quick Bites
Reasonable Restaurants
Laanilan Kievari is located 2.5km south of Saariselkä but is in a wooden hut and serves great Finnish food.
High End & Unique Eats
Petronella is an excellent Finnish restaurant.
Places to Stay
Hostels & Camping
B&Bs & Guesthouses
Chains & Mid-Range
Lapland Hotel Riekonlinna is a great hotel in Saariselkä.
High End & Unique Properties
Santa’s Hotel Tunturi is one of the top hotels in the village. The rooms have saunas inside, and the restaurant is excellent.
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