National parks & nature reserves

Lapland

Lapland, centered around Rovaniemi, is known as the official hometown of Santa Claus. This Arctic expanse offers the ethereal beauty of the Northern Lights, an atmospheric phenomenon that paints the sky with shimmering waves of color from late August to April. Visitors can also experience reindeer sleigh rides, a traditional mode of transport and a nod to the area's rich Sámi culture.