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Experience the many faces of FinlandThe stark contrasts between our four seasons are the main characteristics of the annual natural cycle in Finland. The country offers a wide range of outdoor activities for all tastes.

The white summer nights are perhaps Finland’s most iconic natural phenomenon. The nighttime sun is at its strongest during the months of June and July, but the further north you go, the longer and higher the sun stays above the horizon. In the very northernmost parts you can experience a full Midnight Sun from May to August.

Summer ends with an explosion of colour in the forests. This is the season known as ”ruska”, when the autumnal reds, browns and yellows are especially beautiful on the fells of Lapland. September is a popular time for trekking in northern Finland. The month is also the start of Aurora season. In Finnish Lapland, northern lights can appear on 200 nights a year, between September and March. In southern Finland they are visible on about 10-20 nights a year.

In Northern Finland, the winter lasts nearly six months and during its course the natural world and light change many times. Above the Arctic Circle, the two-month long polar night begins in November. The sun no longer rises above the horizon. It’s not completely dark – there are a few hours of twilight around noon. This polar night is called ”kaamos” in Finnish. The darkness takes on shades of blue, violet and purple, colours that tame the restless soul.

In the inland regions of southern and central Finland, the first snow falls at the beginning of December and melts during late March and April.

Finland is a natural choice when looking for active leisure holidays for families with children, exciting sports events or school and student camps with sports activities.

This manual is brought to you by Visit Finland with the aim of helping you plan sports and activity experiences for your customers.

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––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––75 ski resorts–––––––––––––––Snow 100% guaranteed–––––––––––––––Clean air and pure snow–––––––––––––––Floodlighted slopes and tracks in excellent condition–––––––––––––––Great variety of smooth slopes and ski schools for beginners–––––––––––––––Hardly any lines and no rush at the slopes–––––––––––––––The ski areas are very well defined and it’s almost impossible to get lost –––––––––––––––There are no dangerous drops or cliffs in the ski areas–––––––––––––––Famous for snow-how–––––––––––––––

Finland and China have agreed to cooperate in winter sports and preparation for the Winter Olympics. The countries will launch a China-Finland Year of Winter Sports in 2019.

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–––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––24 hours a day for outdoor activities in

Lapland during June and July–––––––––––––––

Clearly marked mountain biking trails are suitable for everyone

–––––––––––––––Finland is the world’s cleanest

and greenest country. (EPI index in 2016)

–––––––––––––––Finnish forests proven to lower blood pressure and aid recovery

–––––––––––––––Land of a Thousand Lakes is the

perfect destination for water sports–––––––––––––––

Great paddling routes for beginners with

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More than 80% of Finland’s lakes are

either good or excellent in quality

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seeing the autumn colours–––––––––––––––

Northern lights can be seen already in early September

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Where we are and how to get here?

Easy access with the shortest route between Europe and AsiaThe main hub is Helsinki International Airport, also known as the Gateway to Asia. The city centre is a 30-minute bus or train ride away from the airport.

Other international airports:Kuusamo, Kuopio, Kajaani, Kittilä, Ivalo, Oulu, Rovaniemi.

Another interesting route to take is the train from St. Petersburg, Russia. The fastest train takes only four hours to reach Helsinki.

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Getting around in Finland is easy and ecological.Finland’s public transport is reliable and runs smoothly.

Transportation to/from Helsinki AirportFinland has one of the densest and least expensive airline networks in Europe, with airports throughout the country, including in the far north.

Finnair - finnairgroup.com/enFinavia - finavia.fi/en

The Helsinki Airport has excellent connections to the whole Helsinki region and to other destinations throughout Finland. You can continue your journey from Helsinki Airport by train, bus or taxi.

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How to get to our resorts?

Sport Resorts to your taste

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Our ski and sports resorts and sports institutes are serve both professionals and amateur sports enthusiasts in sports education and leisure time activities all year round. We can offer an unrivalled combination of expertise in winter and summer sports as well as clean and pure nature.

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Lahti combines an unparalleled location with unique winter sports knowledge, creating a truly spectacular experience for visitors. The city has over 100 years of skiing culture and has hosted a record-breaking seven FIS Nordic World Ski Championships.

The city offers activities for the whole family and all the activities are within easy reach of the city centre. You can experience different winter and summer sports during the daytime and enjoy cultural events during the evening. Only 50 minutes by train from the capital, Helsinki, the city is suitable for one day tours or longer visits.

LahtiWINTER SPORTS CAPITAL

The Lahti region is full of activities for travellers. A wide range of different sports, nature activities, outdoor areas with skiing tracks, the many lakes in the area and comprehensive sports services provide the active individual with options all year round. All the services are easy to reach – on a guided tour or at your own pace. The regions’s activity providers will help with planning any kind of nature activities from snowmobile safaris to biking, complete with equipment rental and guidance. The region offers a wide selection of restaurants – whether you prefer fine dining or or a more relaxed atmosphere. The region boasts local bakeries, farmers’ markets and breweries. One of the key components of our excellent produce is the fresh and clean water that comes from natural springs.

SKI RESORT MESSILÄAt Messilä, everything is only a few steps away.Experienced staff are here to assist skiers with equipment hire, equipment maintenance, ski lessons and slope safety. Several restaurants and cafés are conveniently located right next to our slopes. Enjoy a quick snack at the Bistro or sit down for dinner at the Kartano Restaurant. Messilä has several accommodation options to choose from, be it a hotel room, log cabin or cosy old store room. These options are conveniently located close to the slopes.

PAJULAHTI OLYMPIC TRAINING CENTRE• Sports facilities: gym, dance studio, sport halls

for football, tennis, squash, basketball, floorball, gymnastics, martial arts, track and field, indoor ice rink

• Outdoor sports facilities: miniature golf, frisbee golf, beach volleyball, tennis courts, football pitches, orienteering, geocaching and an outdoor gym

• Swimming pool with saunas and a jacuzzi• Lakeside saunas• Canoes and kayaks • Buffet restaurant• Adventure Park: 11 full-length zip-lines and 142

challenges make it the largest park in Finland (2016). The total length of our rope adventure is 1.9 km!

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LAHTI The park was built with an emphasis on nature and functionality.

FINNISH SPORTS INSTITUTE VIERUMÄKI • Sports facilities: including indoor and outdoors sports

facilities, ice skating rink, ski tracks, bowling alley, swimming pool, gym, horse riding, mountain biking, equipment hire

• Weekly activity programmes for the whole family available all year round

• Courses for the whole family • Flowpark, adventure theme park • Day spa & massage • Wide range of restaurants and cafes

SPORTS EVENTS IN LAHTI AREA:• 24.–25.2. Finlandia Ski Marathon Long Distance mass cross-country skiing event english.finlandiahiihto.fi/• 2.–4.3. Lahti Ski Games World Cup event in Nordic skiing disciplines (ski

jumping, Nordic combined, cross-country skiing) lahtiskigames.com/en• 26.2.–4.3. The World Ice and Snow Sailing

Championships wissa2018.fi• 12.5. Red Bull 400 redbull.fi/400• 16.–17.6. The Jukola Orienteering Event Mass orienteering relay competition in the natural

setting of a Finnish forest jukola.com/2018• 30.6. Ironman Lahti 70.3. Finland Triathlon Event - “Half Ironman” distances in

swimming, cycling and running bit.ly/2Anxrn6• 19.8. Valtteri Bottas Duathlon valtteribottasduathlon.com/en/• 21.–23.9.2018 Evo Trail weekend evotrailweekend.fi

WEBSITE: visitlahti.fi/en/professionals/lcb/travel-trade

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SCHOOL CAMP WITH SPORT EXPERIENCE & FUN The Finnish education system is one of the best in the world. In the school camp, the children will learn the history of Finnish sports culture and experience some of these activities for themselves. Together with the local schools, the region offers a true Finnish lifestyle experience and learning in a fun way, all year round.

Availability: All year round

Group size: 10–120

More information:visitlahti.fi/en/professionals/lcb/travel-trade

Contact: [email protected]

SPORTS EVENTS – BEHIND THE SCENES Lahti is a leading event city in Finland, and annually thousands of sports people gather in the city for international sporting events. On this tour, you’ll get insights into Nordic Sports Events, such as the Lahti Ironman and Lahti Ski Games and our professional tour guide will take you to the best spots. You will also have the chance to experience a number of different sports yourself!

Availability: Event Season 2018, dates for 2019 to be confirmed

Group size: 10–25



NORDIC LIFESTYLE – WITH FAMILY VISITS The Finnish Vision is to have the most physically active nation in the world and the most successful Nordic country. On this tour, you will be close to an authentic, sporty Finnish family – experiencing outdoor fun, having dinner together and enjoying the company of your children both during a school visit and your free time.

Availability: Jan–May 2018 & 2019, Aug–Dec 2018 & 2019

Group size: max 12, larger groups on request



EXPLORING NATURE’S WONDERS IN LAHTIThe City of Lahti is a gateway to the Finnish lake district. On this tour, you’ll be safely immersed in beautiful Finnish nature. During the trip, you’ll have a chance to explore different snow conditions on skis, on bikes and by snowmobile.

Availability: The tour is available all year round and the activities vary according to the season.

Group size: 10–20



FINNISH PHYSICAL EDUCATION STUDY TOUR Together with two official Olympic training centres, Vierumäki & Pajulahti, we can offer top-level sports know-how, coach-to-coach services and packages for professional-level instructors and teachers. The tour also includes activities in Finnish nature. The package can also be tailor-made for parasports.


Group size: 10–40



STOPOVER HELSINKI – OLYMPIC WINTER SPORT EXPERIENCE IN LAHTI Lahti has hosted a record-breaking seven FIS Nordic World Ski Championships. On this 1-Day-tour, you will follow in the footsteps of top athletes in the world-class winter sports venue and have the chance to experience different winter sports in authentic snow conditions. All activities are suitable for kids too!

Availability: Winter season 2018, 2019

Group size: 10–25



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Rantaraitti lake shore path. Photograph: Tero Takalo-Eskola

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The city of Jyväskylä is a young and dynamic capital of sports and physical activity right in the heart of the Finnish Lakeland. It will challenge you to get moving – easily, enjoyably and in a whole variety of ways!

Whether you are a fan of fresh air, prefer getting some exercise indoors or look for facts about your wellbeing, Jyväskylä is your number one choice all year round.Explore the urban outdoors right next to the city centre and enjoy the silence inunspoilt nature – just like the locals.

JyväskyläTHE CAPITAL OF SPORT AND PHYSICAL ACTIVITY IN FINLAND

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Jyväskylä is a northern European centre of competence in top-class sport. The city is home, for instance, to the country’s only Faculty of Sport and Health Sciences, KIHU - Research Institute for Olympic Sports and LIKES Research Centre for everyday physical recreation.

ALL YEAR ROUND• Harju Ridge – the legendary outdoor area• Rantaraitti – a popular pedestrian and cycle route

around Lake Jyväsjärvi• Hippos area – a venue for a diverse range of sports

and home of KIHU• 500 km of fitness and cross-country trails (50 km of illuminated)• 230 sports clubs, personal training, fitness tests and

measurements• 4 swimming halls and spas

WINTER ACTIVITIES• Over 100 km of cross-country ski tracks (50 km illuminated)• 140 km of cross-country ski tracks on natural lake ice• Tour skating on natural ice of the Lake Jyväsjärvi• Two ski centres:Laajavuori • 12 slopes (4 green, 3 blue, 4 red, 1 black + 3 slopes

for beginners), 6 lifts• Longest slope: 914 m• 4 Snowparks and Laajis Snowland • Ski Shop, Ski Rental, Ski Service• Laajavuori Ski School, awarded Ski School of the Year

2017• Downhill Ice Skating Cross track (longest in the world) • Snowshoe rental, guidingHäkärinteet • 14 slopes (2 green/children/beginners, 5 blue, 3 red, 3 black, 1 off-piste), 5 lifts• Longest slope 800 m

• Häkä Snow Park and Finland’s biggest wallride• Ski Rental, Ski School• Tour skating on the natural ice of a pond• Snowshoeing rental• Merry-go-round on ice (napakelkka)

SUMMER ACTIVITIES• Bike rental, guiding, Finland’s cycling municipality of the year 2016, downhill bike park• 4 golf courses• Over 15 beach volley fields• 13 natural trails with lean-tos• Paddling on four different lakes• 15 sports parks, Adventure Park Laajavuori • Disc Golf tracks• Freestyle skiing summer training (jumps)

SPORTS EVENTS IN JYVÄSKYLÄ AREA:• 2.–3.2. Red Bull Crashed Ice Downhill ice skating competition crashedice.redbull.com/en_CA/event/jyvaskyla• 10.3. Snow Rugby jklrugby.fi/snow/ • 10.3. “Neljän vuoren hiihto” – Four Hills Ski Marathon neljanvuorenhiihto.fi/information-in-english- german-an/ • 20.–22.7. Päijännepurjehdus sailing race paijannepurjehdus.fi/yhteystiedot/ paijannepurjehdus-sailing-race-in-brief/ • 19.–22.7. Finnish Championships in Athletics kalevankisat.fi• 26.–29.7. Neste Rally Finland nesterallyfinland.fi/en/ • 14.–15.9. Finlandia Marathon finlandiamarathon.fi/

WEBSITE visitjyvaskyla.fi/en/capitalofsportinfinland

Laajavuori.Photograph: Tero Takalo-Eskola

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PURE & WILD NATUREWhitewater rafting in the summer or Arctic floating in the winter, crossing the rapids with cables and walking on the wire above the rapids are just some ways to enjoy the Kuusa rapids. The Pure Nature program provides safe, guided experiences in and around pure Finnish lakes and forests.


Group size: 4–20

More information: varjola.com/news/65/58/Pure-Nature/


WINTER SNOW CAMP IN LAKELANDCome for an unforgettable snow camp in wintertime Finland. During your three camp days, you will get to play and experience adventures on snow and ice. Our ski and snow guides make sure you don’t need any previous experience in skiing or snow. Laajis Ski School is one the oldest and most traditional ski schools in the country, awarded as the best ski school in Finland for 2017 by Visit Finland.

Availability: January–March

Group size: min 4 persons

More information: laajis.fi/en/winter-snow-camp/


WELLNESS AND WILDERNESS IN REVONTULI – THE NORTHERN LIGHTS GOLF & SKI RESORTOpen your senses in the winter wonderland and in the Finnish sauna. Join the guided stretching in atent sauna, relax in an authentic smoke sauna and soak in the outdoor hot tub. Enjoy ice fishing, skiing and hiking in snow-covered forests.

Availability: January–March

Group size: 2–40

More information: revontuli.fi/en/special-travel-experience/wellness-wilderness-in-revontuli-the-northern-lights-golf-and-ski-resort/


SUMMER ADVENTURE CAMP IN LAKELANDSpend the perfect summer days in the heart of Finnish Lakeland, exploring and adventuring in one of the largest outdoor adventure parks in Scandinavia. You will experience Finnish nature on a beautiful trail and learn to make coffee on the open fire. Our adventure guides will assist you throughout your stay and during all activities.

Availability: May–September

Group size: min 4 persons

More information: laajis.fi/en/summer-adventure-camp/


PURE ACTION & GOGO – FULL DOSE OF NATURAL FINNISH LIFEExplore new activities and practise your preferred sport with pro athletes or instructors. Test your physical condition. Enjoy pure flavours from local ingredients. Sleep well. Enjoy the spa and sauna. Feel the essence of active Finnish life atPeurunka Sport & Family Spa Hotel and Resort in Central Finland’s Lakeland district.


Group size: 12–50

More information: peurunka.fi/en/tarjoukset/pure-action-gogo/


THREE PILAR OF FINNISH HAPPINESS – SAUNA, NATURE, CLEAN LOCAL FOODEnjoy hiking in clean nature, pick some berries and find forest mushrooms. Go fishing with a guide and try to catch the biggest fish that our chef can prepare for you. Get familiar with three different saunas and relax in our outdoor hot tub. Accommodation in cozy cottages with full board.

Availability: July–September

Group size: 2–30

More information: revontuli.fi/en/special-travel-experience/3-bases-of-finnish-happiness-sauna-nature-clean-local-food/


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DOWNHILL SKIING SLOPES: 13 slopes, 8 lifts• 1 black slope• 5 red slopes• 7 blue slopes (children’s slopes: 2)• Half-pipe• Superpipe• Greatest height difference:170 m• Longest slope: 1100 m

CROSS-COUNTRY SKIING TRACKS: • 150 km with 32 km lighted tracks, enabling skiing in

the dark season.• First snow cross-country skiing track opens every year on 10th of October at 10 o’clock• The world’s first skiing tunnel, 1.25 km. Open all year round.

SKI SCHOOL: The ski school is open daily 10.00–17.00 in the winter. Instruction in all snowsports: alpine skiing, snowboarding, telemark, cross-country skiing and skiing for disabled persons.

Children’s house “Hupila” + ski learning area for children and beginners (awarded by Visit Finland in 2017).

OTHER ACTIVITIES:• World’s only snowboarding tunnel. Open all year round• Hiking routes: more than 100 km; of them 50–100 km also suitable for mountain biking• Snowmobile routes; 250 km

SERVICES: • Equipment rental• Ski and snowboard maintenance• Equipment sales• Free ski-bus in the area during the season (until mid-April)• Restaurants: up to 20 • Weekly activity programs available in the area

BED CAPACITY: More than 8000 beds• Hotels: 6• Ski-in ski-out hotels: 1• Approximately 850 cottages

HOW TO REACH: The nearest airport is in Kajaani. A shuttle bus runs between Kajaani airport and Vuokatti (driving time approximately 40 minutes). The nearest railway station is in Kajaani.

SPORTS EVENTS IN VUOKATTI:• 25.–28.1. FIS Nordic Junior Competition Cross-country, Ski Jumping and Nordic Combined vuokattievents.fi/nordic-junior-ski- competition-26--28-1-2018• 1.–10.2. World Cup paralympic skiing and biathlon vuokattievents.fi/ipc • 17.3. Vuokattihiihto Vuokatti Ski Maraton vuokattihiihto.endurancekainuu.fi/fi/• 20.–21.4. Tour de Vuokatti XC-country ski competitions vuokattievents.fi/tour-de-vuokatti-20--21-4-2018 • 20.–27.1.2019 JWSC2019 FIS Nordic junior World Ski Championships and FIS U23 World Ski Championships Cross-country • EYOF 2021 European Youth Olympic Festival in Vuokatti

WEBSITE: vuokatti.fi/en

Vuokatti is one of the most popular year- round holiday resorts in Finland and the only Finnish resort which offers winter activities all year round. Situated at the crossroads of the famous Finnish Lakeland district and Lapland, Vuokatti offers visitors a a mixture of highlights from the authentic Finnish experience.

Vuokatti has long traditions in hosting sportsteams. The world’s first ski tunnel, the onlysnowboarding tunnel in the world and all the other services in the area make Vuokatti the best training location in Finland for professionals. Vuokatti Sport even holds the status of an official Olympic Training Centre for the Nordic Skiing disciplines. All the facilities are also available for travellers and amateur enthusiasts.

Additionally, there is a well-equipped ice arena in Vuokatti where you can experienceand learn skating, ice hockey and curling.

VuokattiSLOPES FOR ALL LEVELS

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SPORTS PRO – TRAIN LIKE A CHAMPIONDo you want to reach the top? Sports Pro is the most comprehensive package at Vuokatti Sport, in which holidaying is combined with training that takes you to the top, taking overall development into account. The holiday includes testing of physical condition, individual coaching and lifestyle consulting at the Vuokatti Olympic Training Centre.


Group size: max 5 persons

More information: vuokattisport.fi/en/resort/active-holiday-packages/


SKI FUN AT THE SLOPES!Vuokatti Ski School welcomes you to have fun at the slopes. 13 well-groomed, versatile Vuokatti slopes guarantee fun for all the family.

Werneri’s Ski School program for childrenThe Werneri Ski School children will learn the basics of skiing or snowboarding in a fun way, by playing and having good time at the slopes.

Adult Ski/Snowboard packageVuokatti Ski School will help you get started easily and safely. The package includes a 100-minute ski/snowboarding lesson and rental equipment.

Availability: On request, ski season 2018–2019

More information: vuokatti.fi/en/Activities/Vuokatti-Slopes/Vuokatti-Ski-School


VUOKATTI ADVENTURE PARKAre you ready for new adventures? 9 trails – something for everyone! Take your friends and spend an adventurous day at Vuokatti Adventure Park. The park is located in the middle of a beautiful pine forest.

Availability: May–Oct: open every day, Nov–March: with booking

Group size: 1–120 persons (30 persons is the perfect group size)

More information: vuokatinseikkailupuisto.com/?lang=en


Vuokatti ProductsWINTER FUN IN SKI TUNNELAny day of the year – we always have snow in Vuokatti! Try cross-country skiing, take a spin driving a kicksled and put on snowshoes for a walk in the tunnel. And for the final activity, we will bring in Huskies. Hop in a Husky sled and enjoy the magic of sledding with dogs. This is the excursion to do – whatever the weather! Hot drinks included.


Group size: 6–20 persons

More information: vuokattisafaris.com/en/tour/huskies-in-summer/#winter-fun-in-ski-tunnel vuokattisafaris.com/ch/


SNOWSHOE ADVENTUREA snowshoe adventure is the perfect way to explore Vuokatti’s winter landscape authentically. This snowshoeing Safari lets you experience the Finnish forest its purest. We’ll head up to the Vuokatti hills and enjoy the snowy forest and amazing winter scenery. After the walk, we’ll enjoy some hot drinks and snacks.

Availability: Winter season, 15.11.–15.4.


More information: vuokattisafaris.com/en/tour/snowshoeing/#snowshoe-adventure vuokattisafaris.com/ch/


WINTER SPORTS CAMP – BECOME A CHAMPIONCome experience the life of a champion at Finland’s premier location for Olympic Winter Sports. The Winter Sports Camp is designed and customized for all levels of experience, includingbeginners! You will have the privilege of trying numerous Olympic Winter Sports as well as other fun activities (depending on the season) with our best coaches and instructors.



More information: vuokattisport.fi/en/resort/groups/camp-schools/winter-sports-camp//


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Ruka-Kuusamo is one of Finland’s most popular ski and holiday resorts year-round. The ski season lasts from October until May, watersports and hiking season from June until October. The resort is one of the most snow-secure destinations in Europe.

Ruka Ski School offers a wide range of courses in alpine skiing, snowboarding, telemark, cross-country and skiing for disabled persons, beginners and experts alike. Special attention is given to safety and inspiring ski experiences. Ruka also offers World Cup level training and competition facilities in alpine skiing, freestyle skiing, snowboarding, ski jumping, cross-country and Nordic combined.

Other adventures: northern lights, huskies, reindeer, snowmobiles, snowshoeing, visiting Santa and enjoyable saunas as well as hiking, rafting, canoeing and bear watching.

Ruka A LIVELY ALPINE TOWN

SLOPES: 35 slopes, of which 30 illuminated and 17 suitable for children and beginners. 21 lifts, of which 5 free for children and beginners. • 5 black slopes, 12 red slopes, 17 blue slopes and 1 green slope/transition• Greatest height difference 201 m• Longest slope 1 300 mSlopes are open daily 9.30 –19.00 (October–May), night skiing on Fridays until 23.00 (December–April). Children under 6 years ski for free with parents (helmet required).

OTHER ACTIVITIES:• 180 km of well-maintained cross-country ski trails • 500 km of snowmobile routes • 160 km of hiking trails • 100 km of biking trails • 350 km of paddling routes All cross-country, snowmobile, hiking and biking trails and paddling routes are free of charge. Ruka Ski Resort is surrounded by six unique national parks: Oulanka, Riisitunturi, Paanajärvi, Hossa, Isosyöte and Pyhä-Luosto. National parks offer easy access to beautiful nature year-round.

SERVICES: • Ski school: 180 instructors for alpine skiing, snowboarding, cross-country and telemark. • 4 ski/snowboard rental shops• 3 ski pass sales points• free ski bus in Ruka area • 4 snow parks• Several rental shops for snowmobiles, snowshoes, bikes, ATVs.• Over 60 restaurants in the Ruka-Kuusamo area, of which 25 within walking distance from slopes.

• Ruka-Kuusamo Weekly Programme year-round: including about 30 different adventures and seasonal weekly programme on Ruka Slopes during winter.

BED CAPACITY: Approximately 12000 beds including 12 ski-in ski-out hotels & apartment hotels and 11 glass villas.

EVENTS IN RUKA AREA (ruka.fi/en/events): • 26.–28.1. Ruka Ice Hockey Tournament • 24.3. Kuusamo 12 Hours Ski Event • 31.3. Ruka Open Ski Race 25/40 km • 8.–14.4. Ice Fishing Cup in Kuusamo • 19.–22.4. Ruka Spring Break • 19.–22.4. Ruka Ski or Die • 28.4.–1.5. Wappulounas, Snowboard Season Finale• 25.–26.5. NUTS Karhunkierros Trail Ultra 30–160 km • 14.–16.7. Oulanka Stand-Up Paddling Marathon

Lots of fun games (ruka.fi/en/fun-games-slopes): • Slalom Contest for Kids every Wednesday at 15.00 during December-April. Free entry, ski pass required.• Buddy Ski/Snowboard Contest every Thursday at 13.30 during February-April. Free entry.• Stiga Sledge Race every Friday at 14.00 during December-April. Free entry.• King of the Night Hill Ski/Snowboard Contest (most rides on the lift) every Friday at 19-23 during December-April. Free entry, ski pass required.• Suomi Slalom Giant Slalom Competition for Skiers and Snowboarders every Saturday at 14.30 during December-April. Entrance fee 4 euros/person, ski pass required.

WEBSITE: ruka.fi/zh-hans

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DISCOVER ALPINE SKIING AT THE COORDINATES OF SNOWBeginner-level courses are designed for those who are on snow for the first time. Ruka Ski School welcomes you to learn something new and to get a perfect skiing experience. Snow sports available: alpine skiing, snowboarding, telemark and cross-country. Come and enjoy an easy, safe and fun experience!

Availability: 6.10.–6.5.

Group size: 1–100 (instruction in groups of 3–8)

More information: ski.ruka.fi/en/ski-school


WHITE WATERS OF OULANKA NATIONAL PARKExperience the beautiful nature and pure waters of Oulanka National Park easily on a memorable white water rafting safari. Several choices of routes and action levels enable you to enjoy this fun trip safely. Our Family Route is suitable for kids from 5 years.

Availability: May–October

Group size: 2–100 (in rafts with 8–10 persons)

More information: ruka.fi/en/rafting


PADDLING SAFARI ON OULANKA RIVEROur skilled guides are happy to take you on a safe and fun paddling safari to the wilderness of Oulanka National Park. There are several choices of routes and duration. According to your liking, the safari may also include a snack lunch break by a campfire.

Availability: May–October

Group size: 2–60 (in canoes with 2–3 persons)

More information: ruka.fi/en/paddling


MEET THE KING OF THE FOREST: BEAR WATCHINGJoin us on an exciting though totally safe bear watching trip. Our bear watching huts are surprisingly comfortable and allow you to enjoy a snack dinner during the evening. Possibility to see several bears as well as eagles. Our bear watching huts are especially equipped for photography.

Availability: June–September

Group size: 2–8

More information: ruka.fi/en/arctic-animals


FUN DAY ON SNOW AT ROSA & RUDOLF FAMILY PARKRosa & Rudolf Family Park is a place for everyone to enjoy the joys of snow! You can enter the park by foot, skis or snowboard. There are five different beginner lifts (magic carpets), a super fun tubing slope, zip-wire slide, playground and comfortable hut for resting and enjoying a snack.

Availability: December–April

Group size: 1–100

More information: ski.ruka.fi/en/familypark


SNOW SPORTS TRAINING CAMP ON RUKA SLOPESRuka Ski Resort offers world class training facilities for all snow sports athletes: FIS rated Super Pipe, Snow Park, Moguls Run, Aerials Jumps, Ski Jump Hill K142 and cross-country ski trails. No extra fee for track bookings for alpine skiers. Ask for the whole package for your training group!

Availability: October–May

Group size: 1–100

More information: ski.ruka.fi/en/trainingcenter


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Let your heart roam free and discover the true nature of Lapland at Pyhä Fell and the surrounding Pyhä-Luosto National Park. At Pyhä Fell, the wilderness is truly just behind your doorstep and everything is easily accessible by walking or skiing. If you want to experience real downhillskiing, the slopes and off-piste routes atPyhä satisfy the needs of both beginnersand more experienced adventurers.Let the friendly villagers guide you to the adventure of your lifetime.

Pyhä Ski ResortTHE ADVENTURE STARTS HERE

SLOPES: 14 slopes, 8 lifts• 3 black slopes• 3 red slopes• 6 blue slopes• 1 green slope/transition• 1 slope for children & beginners• Greatest height difference 280 m• Longest slope 1 800 m

OTHER ACTIVITIES: • 150 km of cross-country skiing trails.• 300 km of snowmobile tracks nearby and future

connection for trails all the way to the Arctic Sea. • 12 km of fat biking trails. • 150 km of summer trails in Pyhä-Luosto National

Park, most of which are suitable for hiking and biking.• Approximately 70 km of trails for biking outside the

national park.

SERVICES: • 2 rental shops, Upper and Lower, for downhill skiing,

snowboarding, freeride, telemark, cross-country skiing, snowshoe hiking and backcountry excursions.

• Pyhä Ski School • Snow park• Ski passes from afternoon to 15 days or for whole

season. Pyhä Ski Pass is valid at Ruka as well.• 8 restaurants• Service for downhill and cross-country skiing

equipment

• Weekly programs offered by Pyhä Safari and Call of the Wilderness. Weekly programs include snowmobile safaris, reindeer and dog sleigh safaris, snowshoeing, northern lights programs, ice fiching etc.

• Possibility for ice climbing with Bliss Adventure.• Possibility for ice karting by Pyhä Safaris.

BED CAPACITY: Bed capacity circa 5 300. • Ski Inn Hotel Pyhätunturi with 46 beautiful, modern

twin rooms, 5 superior rooms and 1 panorama room.• Ski Inn Pyhä Suites Apartments with 210 beds.• Ski Inn PyhäLinna Apartments with 150 beds.• Pyhä Igloos with 7 igloo apartments, one apartment

(kääntäjän korjaus: each) is for 2+2 persons.• 6 Snow Igloos at the Lucky Ranch, for 2 persons each

HOW TO REACH: The nearest airport is in Rovaniemi, a 1 h 30 min drive. The nearest train stations are in Rovaniemi and Kemijärvi. Good bus connections all year round from the airport and train stations to Pyhä.

EVENTS:10.–12.8. Pyhä Marathon. Trail running event in Pyhä-Luosto National Park. Running distances available are 43 km fell marathon, 21.5 km fell half marathon, and the 10 km fell light trail.

WEBSITE: pyha.fi/en/pyha

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EXPERIENCE PYHÄ SLOPES Get familiar with Pyhä’s slopes with an instructor from Pyhä Ski School. The school providesinstruction in alpine skiing, snowboarding, telemark and cross-country. Off-piste trips to Pyhä’s backcountry are also available. Private ski lessonsfrom 50 minutes up are available. Rental skis andski passes are included in the price.

Availability: Mid-November–1st of May

Group size: No maximum

More information: pyha.fi/en/business/skischool


VISIT TO THE AMETHYST MINE The Lampivaara Amethyst Mine in the middle of the national park is a unique attraction in Lapland. The geological history of the area spans back billions of years. Visitors can listen to fascinating stories about amethysts in a cozy Lappish hut and then mine a personal lucky amethyst to keep. A video presentation is available in Mandarin Chinese.

Availability: June–October


More information: pyha.fi/en/business/lampivaara-amethystmine


HIKING ALONG BIG GORGE TO THE HOLY BAPTISM WATERFALL The canyon’s steep walls rise 220 metres above you as you walk on duckboards, taking in thesurrounding nature. This guided tour includes a lot of information about the area’s geology and nature as well as the history of the Sámi people.



More information: en.kairankutsu.kotisivukone.com/41


SCENIC LIFT TO THE TOP OF HOLY FELLThe PyhäExpress chairlift takes you safely to the top of Kultakero, where the magnificent scenery opens. It is a very handy way to see the sights if travelling with small kids. We recommend a stop at Restaurant Tsokka – their delicious waffles are a local treat. At the top, you’ll find a Panorama Hut with a 360-degree view.

Availability: Summer (June–Sep) and winter (Mid-November–1st of May)


More information: pyha.fi/en/activities/scenery-lift


THE PYHÄ “MIGHTY” PACKAGESki, relax and experience Finnish Lapland in one go. The special offer includes accommodation in Hotel Pyhätunturi, breakfast at Colorado Bar & Grill, ski passes and rental equipment for all winter activities. Imagine skiing on the Holy Fell under the northern lights, how cool is that?

Availability: November–April


More information: pyha.fi/en/products/pyha-mighty


ICE CLIMBING IN TAJUKANGAS A safe opportunity to try ice climbing with professional guides at Tajukangas. Our guides will take you step-by-step through climbing on ice and each climber will have at least two full climbs on the wall. Everything you need is included in the price, from climbing boots to ice axes.

Availability: December–April

Group size: 2–20

More information: pyha.fi/en/business/bliss-adventure


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SLOPES: 63 slopes, 28 lifts including a gondola lift.• Longest slope in Finland, 3000 m with highest

vertical of 464 metres. • 7 black slopes• 23 red slopes• 27 blue slopes• 20 green slopes/traverses• 24 slopes for kids.

OTHER ACTIVITIES: • 330 km cross-country ski trails• 410 km of snowmobile tracks • 100 km of winter biking trails• Over 350 km of hiking trails.

SERVICES:Many ski rental shops for all winter and summer sports. Skis, snow shoes, fat bikes, mountain bikes and canoes.

Eight seasons, seven fells, two authentic Lappish villages and a national park with the cleanest air in the world. Ylläs is a premium destination for nature-loving outdoor people with the largest ski resort in Finland and an extensive trail network for cross-country skiing, mountain biking, winter biking and hiking.

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BED CAPACITY: 23 000 beds altogether in hotels, hostels and cabins. Ski-in ski-out hotel with a spa, apartments and cabins in Sport Resort Ylläs.

Lapland Hotels Snow Village offer special snow hotel in the winter from December to March.

HOW TO REACH: Kittilä airport is 45 km away, transfer about 45 min. Bus to Ylläs from every flight. Also a railway station 35 km away in Kolari, 30 min transfer with night train connection from Helsinki. Bus from every train to Ylläs.

EVENTS:

• Ylläs–Levi Ski Classics, Long distance cross-country event in April. 50 km and 67 km.• Nuts Ylläs Pallas, trail running event in July 30, 55 and 134 km.

WEBSITE: yllas.fi/en

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Ylläs Products1-DAY SKI TASTER PACKAGE Our Ski Taster gives you an idea of how to use ski equipment and how to start skiing safely. All our ski instructors are authorized professionals. We welcome you to come and enjoy outdoor life and a taste of skiing!

Availability: Winter season, December to April

Group size: min 2


SCENIC FAT BIKE EXCURSION An enjoyable and relaxing biking trip in the beautiful nature around Ylläs. This tour is suitable for everyone and will give you the chance to experience some of the prettiest spots of Ylläs. Drive together with your guide along peaceful roads and forest paths and hear stories of the local nature and life in Lapland. This excursion requires basic knowledge of cycling and is suitable for persons over 15 years. Duration: 2–3 hours.

Availability: Tue–Sat 10.00–12.00 for min 2 pax

Group size: On request, min 6 pax. No maximum number of participant, but Lapland Safaris reserve the right to operate the group in parts with over 20 participants.


SKI EXPERIENCESki Experience is a great and easy way to start your way to becoming a skier! The instructors will guide you to the secrets of alpine skiing during a 120-minute group lesson. The course is especially intended for big groups who are interested in learning a new sport.


Group size: min 10, max 30


SNOWSHOEING IN THE NATIONAL PARKCome and experience the wonderful nature of Ylläs by snowshoeing. Our guides lead you to the national park and tell stories about Finnish nature and Lapland. At break, you will enjoy a hot drink in the middle of the forest in the light of the campfire. You can also see the northern lights if weather conditions are right. Welcome!


Group size: –


6-DAY LEARN TO SKI PACKAGE Come & enjoy skiing and the unforgettable scenery of western Lapland! Ylläs is one of the best ski resorts in Finland, complete with views to the wild nature of Pallas-Yllästunturi National Park. The Learn to Ski package gives you all the basic skills of skiing. All our ski instructors are authorized professionals.


Group size: min 4


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The Levi holiday resort offers a wide range of different sports and nature activities year-round. The resort is compact and modern with easy-to-reach services.

The winter season lasts from November to early May. Levi offers excellent conditions for downhill skiing, snowboarding and cross-country skiing. The ski school arranges courses for all skill levels as well as adaptive skiing lessons. Levi is Finland’s only ski resort with Alpine World Cup races. The resort is in western Lapland which has the purest air in the inhabited world. The average snow depth is 70 cm and Aurora Borealis are seen approximately 200 times annually.

Summer is a unique time in Levi, with 45 days when the sun shines around the clock. We give our everything for your visit to be memorable. You are warmly welcome!

LeviAURORAS AND ARCTIC ACTIVITIES IN A MODERN MOUNTAIN VILLAGE

LEVI SKI RESORT:• 43 slopes and 28 lifts• South Park and Street, Alpine Training Park, unique

winter Adventure Park• Longest slope 2 500 metres• Greatest height difference 325 metres• Kids Land and Leevilandia with weekly programs• 230 km of free cross-country skiing tracks• 20 km of fat biking and winter walking trails• Ski school with over 100 instructors for private and

group lessons, also weekly program• Rentals with 5 500 pairs of winter and summer

equipment• Activity Park for adventure tours, mountain biking,

disc golfing, sightseeing tours

OTHER SERVICES:60 restaurants, shops, pharmacy, medical centres, massage and yoga, spas, 3 grocery stores

OTHER SPORTS AND ACTIVITIES: Adventure Park with 10 full-length zip-lines and over 70 challenges, snowshoeing, winter rally driving and ice karting, snowmobiling, visits to ice hotels, reindeer and husky dog safaris, visits to Santa Claus, golf course, hiking trails around Levi and in National Park, paddling, swimming pools, 3 gyms, 2 bowling halls, hunting for Aurora Borealis, Lappish ceremonies, fishing, weekly activity programs HOW TO REACH:Kittilä airport (KTT) is within 1h 20 min flight time from Helsinki and 20 min drive from Levi. Rovaniemi airport (RVN) is within 2 h drive from Levi. The nearest railway stations are in Rovaniemi (170 km) and Kolari (88 km) BED CAPACITY:25 000 (8 hotels, over 1 000 holiday apartments and cabins)

WEBSITE: levi.fi/8WondersOfLevi

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ALPINE SKIING TASTER A taster is a gentle introduction to the sport and designed for those with no downhill skiing experience. The taster lesson lasts for 1.5 hours and is a great and safe way to experience skiing on snow for the first time. For beginners and first-timers.


Group size: 4–12 persons/instructor

More information:levi.fi/skischool


SNOWBOARDING FOR BEGINNERS You learn the basics of snowboarding and proper moves right from the beginning. Get to know your snowboard and how to handle it. Practise controlled sliding and how to fall down safely. The course takes place on flat terrain and easy sections of the slopes.





CROSS-COUNTRY SKIING TASTER – CLASSIC STYLECross-country skiing is a Finnish traditional form of skiing. The taster lesson of 1.5 hours is designed for those with no cross-country skiing experience. We search for balanced positions and learn to slide with skis on. We learn basic beginner skills and movements on flat sections of the cross-country skiing tracks. For beginners and first-timers.





ADVENTURE PARK Levi Adventure Park charms you with high rope courses and a unique zip-line marathon. The park is located next to a pond and offers several courses with over 70 tasks, from easy to challenging. This is a fun activity which does not require any earlier experience of climbing. The marathon consists of 10 zip-lines and the longest one is over 100 metres long. The first zip-line begins from height of 12 metres. You will see Santa’s secret hut along the way – from a height of 10 metres. You will be equipped with safety gear safety equipment and members of the staff instruct every adventurer on safety matters before they get on courses.


Group size: 1–100

More information: levi.fi/adventurepark

EXPLORE LEVIGet to know the ski areas and see unique views of Lappish nature. Join the group and let our guide show you the best runs for that day. The tour leads us even to Santa´s secret hut and Levi Black race slope (G2) if the weather and snow conditions are favourable. This program is suitable for skiers, snowboarders and telemark skiers who are comfortable on all types of slopes.





SIGHTSEEING TOUR WITH A CABIN LIFT The Gondoli2000 cabin lift shows you the Finnish fells of Pallas, Aakenus, Olos and Ylläs. On a bright day, you can even see Sweden and Norway. The gentle speed of the 6-person cabin lift allows you to enjoy the scenery at leisure. The vertical drop between the lift stations is 302 metres. At the top station, you may take a walk around the peak of the fell. The Peak Trail is a scenic route measuring almost a kilometre and compliant with accessibility requirements. The theme of the trail is “Nature´s celestial stories”.


Group size: 1–100

More information: levi.fi/activitypark


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Finnish Sports InstitutesSports institutes are centres of excellence serving sporting people around Finland and athletes around the world. Sports Institutes provide a wide variety of sports, activities, educational possibilities and excellent facilities for professional and amateur sports enthusiasts. They are high-quality training centres for sports and centres of excellence in sports education, leisure time activities and company sports and wellbeing. All institutes are similar, yet each have their individual features, specialities and flavour.

EERIKKILÄ

Eerikkälä hosts the national coaching centres for football and floorball, provides training courses for coaches, sports professionals and nature and wilderness guides and arranges active holidays. eerikkila.fi/en

KISAKALLIO SPORTS INSTITUTE

Kisakallio Sports Institute is one of the training and educational centres of the Finnish Ice Hockey Association. Today, it is one of the biggest training and education centres in Finland and Europe, with 700 beds and almost 15 000 sqm of sports facilities. kisakallio.fi/en/frontpage

THE KUORTANE OLYMPIC TRAINING CENTER

The Kuortane Olympic Training Center offers great facilities for ice hockey, figure skating and synchronized skating year-round. 65 years of experience qualify the facility to serve international top-level athletes. kuortane.com/en

SANTA SPORT

Santasport is an Official Olympic Training Centre for alpine skiing, cross-country skiing, ice hockey, figure skating and ski jumping. It’s situated in Rovaniemi, close to the Arctic Circle. Accommodation, dining and varied exercise and recreational services are all offered at the same facility, located at the Ounasvaara fell in the middle of picturesque northern nature. santasport.fi/en

PAJULAHTI OLYMPIC TRAINING CENTER

The Pajulahti Olympic Training Center is a physical education, training and recreational leisure centre that meets the demands of international athletes. Pajulahti is also an official Paralympic training centre. Beautiful nature and versatile services make your stay enjoyable around the clock in any season. pajulahti.com/en

VIERUMÄKI SPORT INSTITUTE

Vierumäki Sport Institute is the country’s leading sports training centre. It collaborates closely with a variety of sports associations and international partners to develop and implement athletes’ and coaches’ training and education programmes. Vierumäki is also the official training centre of the Finnish Olympic Committee. vierumaki.fi/en

TANHUVAARA SPORTS INSTITUTE

Tanhuvaara Sports Institute is an attractive service centre for sports, recreation and physical training. Vocational physical training education in Tanhuvaara is part of the Finnish education system, which values well-trained teachers and quality teaching equipment. In terms of competitive sports, Tanhuvaara’s focus lies on track and field events, ice sports, indoor ball games and shooting. tanhuvaara.fi/tanhuvaara-eng-rus-de

VUOKATTI OLYMPIC TRAINING CENTER

Welcome to Vuokatti Olympic Training Center, one of the world’s finest all-year-round ski centres focusing on Nordic skiing, from snowboarding to ski jumping. The world’s first snowboard and skiing tunnel is situated in Vuokatti. We also offer excellent training facilities for other sports and athletes of all ages, from juniors to professionals. Families with children love the activities and services available in the beautiful, hilly scenery. vuokattisport.fi

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