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Spring in Rovaniemi
Spring combines the change from winter wonderland to arctic summer. Early spring enables winter activities with sunny vibe until the nature fully starts changing the season into summer. As soon as the snow and ice is gone and the temperature rises, the summery activities are available providing different adventures at the Arctic Circle.
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Snowy Spring
Snowy Spring
The amount of daylight starts increasing dramatically towards the end of February and the snowy landscapes bathe in the bright springtime sun until the snow starts melting away at the end of April. For many locals, this is the favourite time of year, and it shows: fells, forests and frozen waters are filled with people doing outdoor activities like skiing, ice fishing, snowmobiling, and just generally walking about, enjoying themselves.
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Spring – When The Ice Breaks And Nature Is Reborn
Spring – When The Ice Breaks And Nature Is Reborn
Solidly frozen for months, the ice on the rivers Ounasjoki and Kemijoki – at the confluence of which Rovaniemi is situated – starts to melt, break and glide downstream in floes in April-May. This time marks the annual rebirth in nature: flowers and plants show signs of life again after being buried under snow for months, reindeer start calving, and days get increasingly longer; summer is round the corner.
Information about the spring months
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Northern Lights: Possible to appear until around mid April. It becomes more difficult as the evenings and nights get lighter and brighter.
Snow: Most likely snowy
Phenomenon: Increasing light
Average temperature: Between 5 to 10 degrees Celsius
Lenght of the day, average: 15 hours
Northern Lights: not visible
Snow: Snow melting
Phenomenon: Increasing light, nature is slowly waking up after winter
Average temperature: 10 to 20 degrees Celsius
Lenght of the day, average: 19 hours
Spring activities
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Visit the Reindeer Sleigh School
If you love animals, this is the must have tour to you. Visit our Reindeer Sleigh school, meet our lovely students, and learn about animal friendly training methods usable also with other animal species.
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Fatbike Downhill Experience in Pyhä Lapland
Let the ski lift pull you on a fatbike to the top of a slope and then enjoy the fun and speedy ride down with a Bliss Adventure guide! This only-in-Pyhä-Lapland activity is well-suited for mountain bike riders from moderate to expert level.
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Riisitunturi wilderness adventure
This wilderness adventure takes you to our absolute best photography location in Riisitunturi national park.
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White dream adventure
A unique snowshoeing adventure in the Lapland’s beautiful forest scenery. Admire the amazing landscapes, enjoy campfire treats and learn from the arctic lifestyle in Rovaniemi with our professional guide.
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Riisitunturi National Park Hike
Riisitunturi Winter Hike: Tranquil Trails, Warm Drinks, and Surreal Scenery Await
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Day tour to Ranua Wildlife Park – Visit the Arctic Animals!
Enjoy a day trip to Ranua Wildlife Park to see Polar Bears, arctic foxes, lynx and 50 other arctic species as well as 200 animal varieties!
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Arctic Circle Crossing Ceremony
Fascinating ceremony at the Arctic Circle
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Northern Lights Tour Sleigh Ride
Join us on an exciting Sleigh ride to witness the breathtaking Northern Lights!
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Ice fishing on a frozen lake
On this tour you will learn basics of Ice Fishing and enjoy a pleasant afternoon fishing and photographing on a frozen lake.
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Evening Snowmobile Safari in Rovaniemi
Embark on an unforgettable adventure with our Evening Snowmobile Safari through the enchanting snow-covered forests and frozen swamps of the Arctic Circle.
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Sunset at the Arctic Circle
Join our nature experts and enjoy our little nature trip and come admiring exceptionally beautiful mountain landscape in Katkavaara – the mountain area of southern Lapland.
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Apukka Reindeer Journey
Take a ride to the history as you travel through the snowy forests on a reindeer sleigh. This traditional, arctic way of transportation allows you to experience the peace and purity of the Lappish nature all around you. Daily at 10:00 & 14:00.
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Full Day Canoe Adventure in Lapland
Canoe down a peaceful river to explore the pure nature of Lapland. This all-day guided trip will allow you to get away from Rovaniemi city, and enjoy a memorable Arctic adventure.
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Horse ride to the hill
Explore Lapland’s Beauty. Prepare, ride, and feel. Also for beginners.
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Call of the Wild Tour
A 3 hour program with 1,5 hour self driven husky tour (travel distance approx 12 – 18 km). Time at the kennel 09:00 – 12:15.
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Vikaköngäs hiking tour
Vikaköngäs hiking area at the southern end of the village of Vikajärvi, at the northern end of the hiking area is the perfect place for the experienced travellers, same as for the beginners.
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Arctos Winter Spa for 2 persons – Evening session (Private)
Spa experience in a magical setting, just for the two of you. Includes wood-heated sauna, hot tub and ice-dipping. Total price: 499€
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Midnight canoe adventure
A unique paddling trip to magical island in beautiful night of Lapland in Rovaniemi!
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Try Ice Climbing in Pyhä Lapland
Once-in-a-lifetime opportunity for a safe and true ice climbing experience in Pyhä. Just two hours away from Rovaniemi. Suitable also for the beginners, exciting and rewarding for everyone!
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Ice Climbing Day in Korouoma Canyon – from Rovaniemi
Unforgettable day trip to the Korouoma Canyon & Nature Reserve in Posio, where the mightiest ice falls in Finland are located.
Explore holiday tips
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Midnight Sun experiences in Rovaniemi
Midnight Sun Activitites
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Summer by the river in Rovaniemi
Browse summer activities
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Unbelievable seasonal experiences in Rovaniemi
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A day in Rovaniemi city
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Alvar Aalto Architecture in Rovaniemi
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Finnish Sauna Culture
There are over 3 million saunas in Finland – that’s more than passenger cars. It’s safe to say we love our saunas! For an absolute Rovaniemi experience one must try sauna.
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Lapland’s food culture in Rovaniemi
Read more about Lappish treats
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Nature trails in Rovaniemi
Rovaniemi area is a versatile playground for day hikers. Explore the rugged wilderness, climb a fell, and wander in the relaxing sounds of nature
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Reindeer, husky and other Arctic Animals
Examples of Activity products
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Rovaniemi cultural attractions
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Rovaniemi with kids
Santa Claus and Christmas time sights & attractions Christmassy winter activities for families Indoors –…
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Romantic holiday in Rovaniemi
Rovaniemi at the Arctic Circle – the most magical romantic getaway
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Santa Claus Village at the Arctic Circle
Accommodation in Santa Claus Village Restaurants in Santa Claus Village Sights and attractions in Santa…
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Shopping in Rovaniemi
From small boutiques to shopping centres. Versatile products and services at the Arctic Circle and Rovaniemi City centre
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Sustainable Tips for visitors
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Sustainable Travel Finland companies
The local companies and Visit Rovaniemi are taking part in the Sustainable Travel Finland (STF) program
Fall in love with the Rovaniemi phenomena
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Autumn Colours
When bright arctic summer ends and nature is preparing for winter at the Arctic Circle, we are enchanted by the changing colors of the season. In Rovaniemi this amazing nature’s display is at its best in September when trees and ground is covered with spectacular colours. Get your cameras out and head to nature!
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Midnight Sun
The Midnight Sun, the nightless night or polar day – can be seen only here in Rovaniemi on the Arctic Circle or above. From early June until early July, and nights are white throughout the summer. See more here.
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Northern Lights
Experience the magic of the Northern Lights (Aurora Borealis) in Rovaniemi. Find out viewing spots, times and more here.
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Polar Night
Experience the Polar Night, celebration of mysterious lights on glittering snowdrifts.
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Snow And Ice
For many, Lapland is synonymous with snow. In Rovaniemi, there’s white stuff on the ground for approximately six months of the year. Find out more here!
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Santa Claus
There’s no place like Rovaniemi, the Official Hometown of Santa Claus, for genuine Christmas experiences. See here for some Rovaniemi Christmas magic.
Explore the Arctic Seasons
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Early winter
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Winter
Rovaniemi is the official hometown of Santa Claus and reallife winter wonderland located at the Arctic Circle in Lapland Finland.
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Christmas time in Rovaniemi
Explore Seasons in Rovaniemi
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Summer
Rovaniemi is the city of the Midnight Sun, surrounded by Arctic nature, where Lappish culture and a wide range of activities meet!
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Northern Lights Season
Seasons when Northern Lights appear Read more about Northern Lights in Rovaniemi, Lapland, Finland Explore…
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Autumn
There is something so magical in nights spent under the Auroras in Glass Cabins and Igloos or waking up from a unique accommodation to a first snowfall.