Lapland, Finland
Lapland in December turns into a true winter fairy tale, where snow-covered Christmas trees merge with the northern sky, and the air is filled with tranquility and the light scent of smoke from wooden houses.
This is where the legend of Santa comes to life: his residence, reindeer and magical elves create an atmosphere that is hard to find elsewhere. Lapland is a place where even adults believe in miracles, and the polar lights become the main gift of winter.
Top 5 locations to visit in Lapland in December:
- Santa's Village in Rovaniemi - looks as authentic as possible in winter, with polar night and the ritual of crossing the Arctic Circle.
- Arktikum - Arctic Museum, where dark December days especially emphasize the northern atmosphere.
- Husky safari in Inara or Levi - only available during the deep snow season.
- Northern Lights in Saariselka - one of the best regions to see the aurora borealis in December.
- Snow hotels and ice bars - seasonal winter structures that exist only in winter.
