Rovaniemi

The Official Hometown of Santa Claus

Kuva: Visit Rovaniemi

Located in the Arctic Circle

The Arctic Circle is the imaginary line located at 66 32’ ‘35’’. Above the Arctic Circle the sun never sets during the summer nights, giving us the chance to enjoy the midnight sun.

During the winter months, the sun doesn't rise on at least one day a year. The winter darkness brings the kaamos, a very special dark blue light from the sky reflected on the snow and Northern Lights dancing in the sky. The winter is long and the darkness is just a part of it. From February onwards we have longer days and in mid-March the days are already longer than in South Europe.

All-season destination

Rovaniemi is a popular destination throughout the year. During winter, highlights include snowmobile safaris, fun reindeer and husky rides and Northern Light excursions.

During summer, you can enjoy a beautiful and relaxing riverboat cruise on Rovaniemi’s two large rivers that flow through the city landscapes to a reindeer farm, or a cruise under the midnight sun.

And of course, in Rovaniemi, whatever the time of year, Santa Claus will always be waiting to meet you!