Finland’s best ski resorts are all located in the very north of Finland. Levi, Ylläs, and Pyhä are in Lapland, and Ruka just below the Arctic Circle.
Finland’s ski resorts are excellent choices for novice skiers since the slopes are shorter and in general easier to ski than in the Alps of Central Europe. And there are plenty of other things to do for those who are not even interested in downhill skiing: you can try your skills in cross country skiing or snow shoes, enjoy a husky or snowmobile safari, or just join the fun with snow ledges.
Also snowboarding enthusiasts are well catered.
You can find great restaurants and wild after-ski in all the resorts.
Best way to reach any of the ski resorts is to fly from Helsinki. An alternative is to take a night train to Lapland’s main city Rovaniemi and continue from there either by bus or by rented car.
Levi – Best for Nightlife
Levi is Finland’s most popular ski resort and especially known for its vibrant nightlife. The skiing is excellent too.
Ylläs – Finland’s Longest Skiing Slopes
In the terms of size Ylläs is Finland’s biggest ski resort. Ylläs has most routes and the longest slopes in Finland.
Pyhä / Luosto – Best of Both Worlds
If Levi and Ylläs feel too big and party orientated Pyhä / Luosto is a great less hectic alternative. It has enough services to keep you satisfied but the feel is in general very serene.
And you can visit Luosto’s small amethyst mine to look for your own stone of magical properties.
Saariselkä – Best for Grown-Ups
Saariselkä is known to be the favorite ski resort of more grown-ups. It’s also Finland’s the best ski resort for cross country skiing with endless routes traversing the beautiful snowy landscape.
Saariselkä also has one of Finland’s most romantic resorts, Kakslauttanen, whose glass igloos are perfect for spotting aurora borealis.
Ruka – Best for Park Skiing
Ruka is an upbeat ski resort close to the Russian border just south of the Arctic Circle. Ruka is especially popular with park skiers.
Those interested in ice climbing can do a day trio from Ruka to Korouma, one of Finland’s Best spots for the sport.
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