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Lemmenjoki National Park
Golden river valley
Lapland’s Gold Lemmenjoki enjoys a long history as the home of gold panning. Gold-diggers still reside in the area today and visitors have an opportunity to experience the thrill of panning for gold in guided tours. There are plenty of interesting sights within easy reach – for example Ravadas waterfalls, Joenkielinen fell and the Home Stead of Kaapin Jouni. Finland’s largest national park has also a lot to explore off the beaten track.
You can spend days and days trekking in the wilderness, experiencing the silence and the world’s purest nature. Better yet – while enjoying the Aurora Borealis or the Midnight Sun! Lemmenjoki is the largest national park in Finland, as well as one of the largest uninhabited and roadless wilderness areas in Europe. Stretching over 70 kilometres, the River Lemmenjoki flows through the national park. Signposted trails, wilderness huts, rental cabins and designated campfire sites greatly facilitate hiking in the Lemmenjoki river valley and the surrounding majestic fells.
In co-operation with Inari-Saariselkä, we welcome You to Lemmenjoki National Park!
You can spend days and days trekking in the wilderness, experiencing the silence and the world’s purest nature. Better yet – while enjoying the Aurora Borealis or the Midnight Sun! Lemmenjoki is the largest national park in Finland, as well as one of the largest uninhabited and roadless wilderness areas in Europe. Stretching over 70 kilometres, the River Lemmenjoki flows through the national park. Signposted trails, wilderness huts, rental cabins and designated campfire sites greatly facilitate hiking in the Lemmenjoki river valley and the surrounding majestic fells.
In co-operation with Inari-Saariselkä, we welcome You to Lemmenjoki National Park!
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Ravadas falls
Wildlife & Nature
Ravadas falls, Ravadasköngäs in Finnish, is among the most beautiful attractions of the Lemmenjoki National Park. The waterfall is located in the confluence of the rivers Lemmenjoki and Ravadasjoki and is accessible by foot via signposted trails or by taking a riverboat ride. There is a wilderness hut situated nearby the waterfall. Ravadas Falls are located in the national park’s restricted access zone where walking is only allowed on the marked trails.
The farm of Kaapin Jouni
Arts & Culture
The homestead of Kaapin Jouni, located in the northern end of Lake Sotkajärvi, is the historical residence of a famous Sámi family. The farm was established in the late 19th century and has been inhabited ever since. The most famous member and patriarch of the family, Jouni Aikio (Kaapin Jouni, 1875-1956), known as the “reindeer king”, moved into the farm after Menes-Antti. The government acquired the Kaapin Jouni farm in 2002, and it is now part of the Lemmenjoki National Park.
Joenkielinen Fell
Wildlife & Nature
Joenkielinen is a fell that provides a great view of the Lemmenjoki river valley and surrounding wilderness. There is a marked round trail going to the top and along the river valley, making this hike an excellent day trip.
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Reitin varrella
The history of gold is strong in the Inari-Saariselkä region. Start your journey by exploring the history of gold in domestic and international culture at the world's only international Gold Museum in Tankavaara.
2 - 4 days
