What to do during Autumn in Rovaniemi?
The Arctic nights of endless sunlight is followed by fresh autumn breeze and romantic dark nights. In Rovaniemi, autumn months of late-August and September are statistically great months for seeing the Northern Lights. In Finland, autumn is time of many activities before the snow arrives. Here are some tips for fulfilling autumn trip.
The Thing in Rovaniemi’s Autumn: Foliage
The Thing in Rovaniemi’s Autumn: Foliage
Fall foliage, “ruska” in Finnish, is the process of leafs turning various shades of yellow, orange, red and brown. It’s the northern equivalent of the famous Japanese Hanami, that starts normally in September. To take the advantage of foliage, go to nature! One hour drive from Rovaniemi city center, Auttiköngäs is a popular destination in autumn due to it’s colorful nature, taiga forests and one of the greatest’s waterfalls in Finland. There are daytrips available to Auttiköngäs.
Autumn brings back the Northern Lights
Autumn brings back the Northern Lights
The Aurora season in Rovaniemi starts late-August when the nights are dark again after bright summer nights. There are many ways to experience the Northern Lights in Rovaniemi. Try for example:
Reindeer and husky tours
Reindeer and husky tours
Beautiful animals of Lapland can be seen in by participating a tour at the reindeer farms and husky kennels in the area. You can choose from simple farm visits or try a sleigh ride activity. In autumn, the huskies run with wheel carts & the mushers teach you how to ride it. For animal welfare reasons cart tours are offered only weather permitting, weather being cold enough.
Autumn in Rovaniemi: Epic Hiking Time
Autumn in Rovaniemi: Epic Hiking Time
In Lapland, autumn is a famous hiking time with its colorful foliage. You’ll find many hiking trails around Rovaniemi. The closest one’s are in walking distance from the city center, such as Ounasvaara’s trails and Koivusaari. Rent a bike from some of your providers and discover Ounasvaara’s trails by a mountainbike or e-mountainbike! Arctic Circle Hiking area with scenic rapids of Vikaköngäs and Vaattunkiköngäs are easy and family-friendly daytrip destinations.
Find Forest’s Treasures – Go Harvesting!
Find Forest’s Treasures – Go Harvesting!
The Finns go wild about berries and mushrooms that are ready to be picked in autumn. Starting already in late-July and lasting early October, berries such as blueberry, lingonberry and cloudberry are ready to eat and various mushrooms pop out in forests. Join a tour and let a guide lead to discover forests treasures at their best, in best possible locations.
More Tips for your Autumn Holiday
Autumn activities in Rovaniemi
Rovaniemi: Day Tour to Lapland’s Top Attractions
Rovaniemi: Day Tour to Lapland’s Top Attractions
Private meeting with Santa Claus in Rovaniemi in summer
Meet Santa Claus in summer and feel the warm glow of Christmas magic! Santa will have time for an unhurried, private meeting with you and your family.
Reindeer Farm Visit in Summer
Experience traditional reindeer herding in Lapland, feed and photograph the animals while learning about the local lifestyle and traditions from the herders.
Taste of Lapland
One of the best summer activities in Lapland shows you awesome hidden places of untouched wild nature.
Auttiköngäs Waterfalls Hike Tour & Barbeque – Small Group
Embark on an unforgettable journey into the pristine wilderness of Finnish Lapland and discover the beauty of Auttiköngäs Nature Trail! Join us for an immersive hike through lush forests and vibrant colors of nature that come alive around every bend
Finnish Christmas with Santa Claus, 3 hours (Private Tour)
Experience a traditional Finnish Christmas Dinner and meet Santa Claus in private.
Summer Biking Experience with E-bikes, Rovaniemi
Hop on a bike and see Rovaniemi City, Ounasvaara hillside and beautiful riverside
Grayling Fishing Day
Grayling fishing day