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

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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

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Rovianiemi to Saariselkä

Follow the drive from Rovaniemi to Saariselkä.

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Saariselkä to Karasjok

Follow the drive from Saariselkä to Karasjok in Norway. 

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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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