Finland

General information

Warmed by the Gulf Stream, Finland enjoys four distinct seasons. In the land of the Midnight Sun, the lush countryside basks in nurturing sunshine for 15 hours a day during summer. In the northern regions, the sun shines 24 hours a day for two months of the year. Follow the scenic King’s Road that stretches west of Helsinki to the 770-year-old former capital of Turku and east to the Lake District. Gaze upon the largest archipelago in Europe created by thousands of islands cradling the southern coast. Explore the sparsely inhabited landscape of Lapland above the Arctic Circle in the north. Find a vibrant, sophisticated culture of fascinating history and unspoiled natural beauty in this star of the Nordic Countries.

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Aurora Borealis

One of the most remarkable features of Finland is light. As the endless sunshine of summer gives way to dark winter, the Northern Lights appear like magic and lighten up the sky.

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Midnight Sun

The bright summer nights are perhaps Finland’s most iconic natural phenomena.

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Finnish Sauna

Sauna forms a great part of Finland’s heritage and culture. It is estimated that there are over two million saunas in Finland.

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Clean Lakes

Finland is often called the land of a thousand lakes. A modest name, considering the fact that there are, in fact, 188,000 lakes in the country.

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Ski resorts and routes

There are about 75 ski resorts in Finland, most of them small spots near cities and villages. The big ones, however, lie in the fells of Lapland and offer something very different from the usual European ski resorts. The surrounding landscapes are unspoilt, blanketed with pure snow from December to April. In the early winter, the slopes are lit; later on in the spring, the sun shines until very late in the evening.

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Wild Nature

Finland is a country of vast green forests, beautiful Baltic Sea islands, windswept Arctic fells, and thousands of blue lakes. These untouched and beautiful landscapes provide habitat for thousands of wild animals and birds.

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Finnish design

Finland is a true center for design. Some of the world’s most imitated and admired designers and architects come from Finland. From Eero Aarnio’s ball chair (James Bond’s favorite) to the Marimekko Poppies worn by Jackie O, Finland has been setting trends for decades.

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The Real Santa Claus

Everyone knows that Santa, the one and only Santa Claus, comes from Finland. Although the exact location of his private retreat in Korvatunturi, Lapland, is unknown, his official hometown is Rovaniemi, where he greets visitors all year round.

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Experience the best of Finland

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Christmas markets in Finland

Experience the magic of Christmas, Finnish style.

Forgotten Christmas Cheer

5 lost European holiday traditions ready for rediscovery!

Finland's must-visit public saunas

Discover Europe’s best sauna destination!

Creative Experiences in Finland

3 Unique ways to spark your creativity!

Hot summer cities in Finland

Welcome to the land of the Midnight Sun!

Top things to do

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Aurora Borealis

One of the most remarkable features of Finland is light. As the endless sunshine of summer gives way to dark winter, the Northern Lights appear like magic and lighten up the sky.

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Midnight Sun

The bright summer nights are perhaps Finland’s most iconic natural phenomena.

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Finnish Sauna

Sauna forms a great part of Finland’s heritage and culture. It is estimated that there are over two million saunas in Finland.

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Clean Lakes

Finland is often called the land of a thousand lakes. A modest name, considering the fact that there are, in fact, 188,000 lakes in the country.

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Ski resorts and routes

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Wild Nature

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Finnish design

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The Real Santa Claus

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Sustainable trips to Finland

Best tips for a happier journey!

Embark on a slow, sustainable adventure

Put sustainability at the heart of your journey.

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UNESCO World Heritage Sites

With a past as storied as Europe’s, it’s impossible not to take in some history while on your trip. Find out more about UNESCO World Heritage Site in the European territory.

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Europe in Fairytales

Europe is a magical place. From ancient castles to picturesque waterfalls, much of the scenery looks like it could be straight out of a fairytale. In fact, much of Europe’s best literature, collections of short stories and iconic European fairytales are inspired by real places. Explore them for yourself to turn the stories of folklore into your reality.

Finlandʼs must-visit public saunas

Discover Europe’s best sauna destination!

Reconnect with nature in Finland

Set out on a nature adventure in Finland’s Nuuksio National Park.

Hear live music, see great art

What’s the best way to welcome the warm weather? By discovering a new favorite band at a music festival in Europe’s outdoors.

Discover Finland

General information

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Aurora Borealis

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Midnight Sun

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Finnish Sauna

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Clean Lakes

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Ski resorts and routes

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Wild Nature

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Finnish design

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The Real Santa Claus

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Aurora Borealis

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Midnight Sun

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Finnish Sauna

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Clean Lakes

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Ski resorts and routes

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Wild Nature

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Finnish design

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The Real Santa Claus

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