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Autumn in Rovaniemi
Ruska is the Finnish word for Autumn leaf colour. Natures amazing display is at its best usually in mid-September or at the end of September. This phenomenon is triggered by the dropping temperatures as the nature begins to prepare for winter. Trees get different leaf colours from sparkling yellow to warm oranges and fiery red, even with splashes of purple.
Some summer activities continue until autumn and some early winter activities start at the autumn months, so it is a wonderful time to experience a lot in between the seasons. Versatile services guarantee a lovely holiday.
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Harvesting season
Harvesting season
August and September in Rovaniemi are defined by harvesting nature’s crops, namely berries and mushrooms. Locals flock to forests in search of cloudberries, bilberries, lingonberries, boletuses and russula / brittlegill. For visitors, guidance on what and where to pick is available. Typical temperature is 10°C to 20°C.
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Northern Lights season
Northern Lights season
Northern Lights are visible starting from late August, so you can combine autumn trip with unforgettable Auroras. Northern Lights season continues from end of summer to early spring in Lapland, Finland. Seeing the dancing lights in the sky is a dream come true experience!
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Autumn activities
Autumn activities
Ruska time is one of the best hiking and activities season in Lapland, the nature is booming of colours of fire, it is cooler to hike and the scent is earthy and soft, you can truly breathe nature in and let it fill your all senses. Ruska is also one of the photographic seasons in Lapland. Being one of the best periods for landscape photographers, Rovaniemi might surprise you with easy access to Autumn Colour nature just outside the city centre. There are plenty of routes close to the rivers and scenery spots to marvel the fiery landscapes.
Information about the autumn months
Northern Lights: Possible to appear
Snow: No snow
Phenomenon: Autumn foliage
Average temperature: Between 5 to 15 degrees Celsius
Lenght of the day, average: 13 hours
Northern Lights: Possible to appear
Snow: Possible to appear
Phenomenon: Northern lights
Average temperature: Between October: 0 to 10 degrees Celsius
Lenght of the day, average: 9 hours
Northern Lights: Possible to appear
Snow: Possible to appear
Phenomenon: Northern lights
Average temperature: Between -10 to 5 degrees Celsius
Lenght of the day, average: In the beginning of the month around 7 hours, at the end of the month around 5 hours.
If there is no snow yet in November, the available activities are same as in autumn months.
Autumn activities
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Fishing Trip by Boat
Participate in a nice fishing trip where you can fish local fishes at the best fishing places of the region!
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Rovaniemi: Aurora Hunting Tour with Guarantee
Aurora Hunting Tour from Rovaniemi with Guaranteed Sightseeing
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Arctos Winter Spa – Day session (Private)
Spa experience against an Arctic backdrop. Includes wood-heated sauna, hot tub & ice-dipping. Price: 149€ per person
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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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Exploring Nature with e-Fatbike
Guided tour by electrically assisted Fatbikes is an excellent opportunity to explore the beautiful Arctic nature, breathe the cleanest air, and, if you want to, exercise. Tue, Thu & Sat at 10:00.
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Reindeer Farm Summer Experience
Visit the most authentic reindeer farm in rovaniemi and learn about local lifestyle and about reindeers
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Photoshoot in Nature Location
The cleanest air in the world, thousands of lakes, and an endless amount of forest – these are the things Lappish nature is made from.
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Autumn: Aurora Borealis Picnic
Our location on the Arctic Circle gives us the best possibilities to try and see the Northern Lights.
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Apukka Gold Rush
Ever heard of the Lappish gold rush? Now, relive the days when adventurers sought fortunes in the fells of Lapland. With just a pan and water, you can experience the thrill of finding gold! Tue, Thu & Sat at 13:30
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Night Snowmobile Safari
Imagine a snowy forest beneath a starry sky illuminated by the dazzling Northern Lights. Now, envision yourself on a snowmobile, experiencing the spectacle firsthand. Interested? Daily at 20:30
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Arctic Berry & Mushrooms Picking Hike
Let your experienced wilderness guide take you for a hiking trip to the best spots for mushrooms and berry picking, like blueberries or cloudberries, around Rovaniemi. Learn about Arctic nature and its treasures.
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Moose Wild Safari – Small Group Tour
It’s time to head out in search of Moose! The Moose is named after the King of Finnish forests due to his prominent huge antlers.
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Arctos Winter Spa for 2 persons – Day session (Private)
Idyllic spa experience in a winter wonderland setting, just for the two of you. Includes wood-heated sauna, hot tub and ice-dipping. Total price: 399€
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Ranua wildlife park
Take a journey in the Ranua wildlife Park and it’s arctic animals
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Reindeer & Wilderness Sauna (Private)
A unique private tour from Rovaniemi, which combines an authentic reindeer farm visit with a relaxing time at a lakeside sauna in the wilderness. For a complete local experience, other activities are possible at the sauna cabin : swimming, canoeing…
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Snowmobile Safari into the Wilderness
This tour offers a wonderful way to learn the ins and outs of snowmobiling. As for the scenery, it’s a visual feast, with captivating snowy forests and frozen marshlands awaiting your exploration. Daily at 10:00 & 14:00
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Korouoma Canyon & Auttiköngäs Waterfall Tour with picnic
Enjoy the the nature sceneries during this whole day tour to Korouoma Canyon and Auttiköngäs waterfall!
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Arctic Wilderness Hike
Explore the Arctic wilderness! Your outdoor guide will lead you on a hike and show you the beauty of Lapland nature. You will learn some basic survival skills, how to take advantage of your surroundings or how to make a fire.
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Pyhä-Luosto Natural Park Hiking Tour & Naava Exibition Center.
Explore Pyhä-Luosto Natural Park’s best hiking trails and stop by the Naava visitor centre for a fascinating nature exhibition on this guided day trip.
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Arctic Survival
Learn how to survive in a wild nature together with a guide on a day trip to the forest by learning different survival tasks. Suitable for a whole family!
Explore holiday tips
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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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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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Spring
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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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…