Top 10 Points of Interest & Landmarks in Lapland, Finland

Halti is the tallest fell in Finland (1324m). It's located 55 km to the northeast from the village of Kilpisjarvi. Halti lies close to the border between Finland and Norway with marked hiking and skiing trails. The Halti summit is easiest to reach by taking the Calotte Route from Kilpisjarvi. The Halti fell is part of Finland's national heritage and in ancient times, the spirits of the fell were worshipped to guarantee a good hunt.

Pyhakero fell is located next to the village of Hetta, in the northernmost peak of Pallas-Yllastunturi National Park. It stands 7 km from the shore of the Lake Ounasjarvi. This fell is a great destination for a day trip or for a start of multi-day trip because of its clearly marked summer and winter trails. There is a wilderness hut at the foot of the fell where to rest before climbing to the top.

This recognizable fell is located in the village of Kilpisjarvi. You can climb to the top of the fell (1029m) along a trail which starts at the Kilpisjarvi tourist centre. Scrambling up to the top of Saana is a challenge worth doing. The longest set of stairs in Finland helps you at the steepest part of the four kilometer journey. From the top of the Saana you can see for miles!

These falls are located by the Calotte Route (Kalottireitti) in Kasivarsi region. With the 17 meter drop, Pihtsuskongas is one of the largest waterfalls in Finland. The falls are located 45 km from the village of Kilpisjarvi and you can reach them by skiing or hiking.

This is the highest point in Finland where the national road network reaches 565, 8 m above sea level. It's located 12 km south from the village of Kilpisjarvi. Muotkatakka has also a monument of the Lapland War. The last cannon shots were shot from Muotkatakka, when Finnish Army drove the remaining German troops to Norway.

Have unique arctic adventures at Snow Village! Here you will see the breathtaking constructions made of snow and ice. If you are brave enough you may spend a night in the snow suite, have a dinner at the top class ala carte restaurant or enjoy a drink served in ice glass. Or you can just marvel at the magnificent sculpture art all around the area. We are located in Western part of Finnish Lapland, in close proximity of Ylläs and Levi ski-resorts and easily reachable from the international airport of Kittilä. You are very welcome to come around and have an experience of life time!

Luvattumaa is a true find. Sheltered by the beautiful Lappish nature, Luvattumaa welcomes travellers to open their senses and experience the ice, the snow, the water, the scents and the flavours. During the winter season, snow castle the Levi Ice Gallery opens its doors for the public. Our River Spa is open throughout the year, as is the true heart of Luvattumaa - the Lappish hut restaurant.

The borders of Finland, Sweden and Norway meet at the Three Nation's Border Point that stands on a man-made island in the Malla Strict Nature Reserve. The point is located about 11 km west from the village of Kilpisjarvi. You get there by hiking or skiing through the Malla Strict Nature Reserve, or during summer you can get there by the Malla boat.

Yrjo Kokko bird watching tower is a good place to observe the life of the typical birds of Lapland. Its typical inhabitants include smew, swan, white-tailored eagle and goose. The tower is located 10 km from Hetta by road 956. In the tower you can read about the local birdlife in the words of Yrjo Kokko who was a famous scientist and nature lover. There is a lean-to shelter next to the tower.