Are you already planning a trip to Finland and looking for the best local activities? Or do you still need some convincing to tackle a trip to Finland?
Then the following activities are just what you need to get your anticipation rolling!
We show you that Finland can be more than just cold and is worth a trip in winter as well as in summer. Here are 6 activities and 6 more reasons to put Finland on your bucket list.
Sweat in the sauna and cool off in a lake
No other country is so well known for its Saunas No other country is as famous for its saunas as Finland is. Sauna sessions are part of the everyday life of many Finns and so there are around 3 million saunas nationwide. To really cool off afterwards, many jump into one of the 188,000 lakes. Even frozen lakes can not dissuade many, because then a hole is drilled through the ice to then enjoy the cooling. Ice bathing has many followers here, and even if you don't have a lake nearby, you can just throw yourself into the snow for refreshment. Sauna bathing, especially in combination with ice bathing, has some health benefits. For example, the cold-warm stimuli cause the blood vessels to constrict and dilate, which then has a positive effect on the immune system, metabolism, circulation, and especially on your good mood.
Drive your own husky sled
Being pulled by a pack of huskies through the snow-covered landscape in Lapland is a beautiful idea, isn't it? Look for a husky farm and learn from the husky whisperers. Someone there is guaranteed to teach you how to drive a husky sled. Wrapped up warm in your sled, through forests, past snow-covered landscapes - let yourself be pulled through the untouched nature and enjoy the peace and raw beauty of the country. So hold on tight and let's go.
Northern lights watching
Seeing Northern Lights will definitely be one of the most magical moments of your life. In the northern parts of the country, these wonders are not rare. Because there, northern lights dance in the sky almost every winter night. To make the experience even more special, you can also ride a husky sled towards the Northern Lights or go on a snowshoe hike to marvel at the green, purple and red veils.
Fun Fact: The Northern Lights are also known as "Aurora borealis".
Visit a reindeer farm
You know reindeer only from Christmas movies, as they fly the sleigh and Santa around the world? Then it's high time to experience these great animals up close. Learn new things about these very fascinating animals, their way of life and also about reindeer husbandry. You will also have the opportunity to go for a ride with the reindeer and be pulled through the picturesque landscape of Finland.
Take a snowshoe hike
With snowshoes on your feet, you can explore your surroundings in a very special way. Through dark forests, across icy lakes past snow-covered landscapes. Enjoy the fresh, clear air, the beautiful scenery and a view that stretches for miles. And don't worry if you don't have any experience with snowshoes yet - snowshoeing is not difficult, and you will find your way around very quickly.
Hiking through a national park
Finland is endowed with 40 national parks that bring out Finland's beauty: Lakes, forests, bogs and fells. They are scattered all over the country, so wherever you are, there is sure to be a national park near you. Finland also has the so-called "Everyman's Right", which means that you can stay anywhere in the national parks as long as you respect nature. So everybody can enjoy the nature. Everyman's right also allows everyone to help themselves to nature. So you can pick berries and mushrooms, but of course you should know something about them.
Tip: In winter, the national parks are also great for a snowshoe hike!
Finland calls you
So, as you know now, thanks to the beautiful nature, Finland offers a variety of activities that make it worth a trip. So if you want to be enchanted by the country and these activities appeal to you, feel free to check out our 8 days Finland trip because adventure awaits you here.
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