Arctic Log Cabins · Saariselkä
Things to do in Saariselkä
Fill your days with fell adventures, local flavours and time in Lapland’s nature. Explore our picks in Saariselkä and the surrounding region to plan a holiday that feels like yours.
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Opening hours, prices and programmes vary by season. Follow the links to providers’ own websites for current information and bookings.
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Restaurants in Saariselkä
Local flavours, leisurely dinners and an easy meal after a day outdoors. Book ahead at popular restaurants.
Teerenpesä
Lappish flavours and a relaxed setting in the village centre, with a restaurant, pub and evening entertainment under one roof.
Explore this place – TeerenpesäBistro & Café Kuukkeli
A convenient café and bistro at the shopping centre for breakfast, lunch or a break while shopping. Check Kuukkeli’s current menu before visiting.
Explore this place – Bistro & Café KuukkeliLaanilan Kievari
An atmospheric restaurant celebrating northern ingredients and good company. Separately bookable sauna experiences are also available.
Explore this place – Laanilan KievariRestaurant Kuksa
Set in the woodlands of Laanila, this restaurant offers a setting for a relaxed dinner about three kilometres from Saariselkä centre.
Explore this place – Restaurant KuksaMuossi Grilli
Burgers and grill food in the village centre: an easy option when you want a quick, uncomplicated meal after an outing.
Explore this place – Muossi GrilliPizzeria Fieno
A restaurant and pizzeria combining Italian and Lappish influences, suited to a meal for two or a shared evening with friends.
Explore this place – Pizzeria FienoPetronella
A Saariselkä classic for carefully prepared food and a leisurely evening. Explore the current menu and reserve your table.
Explore this place – PetronellaShopping & local gifts
Stock up on picnic supplies, find outdoor equipment or choose local crafts to take home.
K-Market & Kuukkeli Shopping Center
Groceries, picnic supplies and traveller services in the village centre. Combine your shopping with a café visit or explore the centre’s other services.
Explore this place – K-Market & Kuukkeli Shopping CenterR-kioski
Located in the Holiday Club Saariselkä lobby, the kiosk is convenient for small purchases and travel essentials.
Explore this place – R-kioskiPartioaitta
Outdoor clothing, footwear and hiking equipment, with staff to help you choose gear for the weather and your plans.
Explore this place – PartioaittaNeste Saariselkä
A service station for refuelling, travel snacks and essentials for the road.
Explore this place – Neste SaariselkäUltima Jewelry & Gift
Finnish jewellery design, gifts and local crafts, including jewellery, knitwear, knives and art glass.
Explore this place – Ultima Jewelry & GiftHippupuoti
A gift and souvenir shop for local crafts and small keepsakes to take home.
Explore this place – HippupuotiSights & attractions
Fell scenery begins close to the village. Add a viewpoint to your day outdoors or choose an indoor activity for a change of pace.
Urho Kekkonen National Park
Saariselkä and Kiilopää are starting points for day walks and longer wilderness hikes. Choose a route suited to your experience, the season and the weather.
Explore this place – Urho Kekkonen National ParkAurora Trail
A nature trail close to the village for discovering the local landscape. Check trail conditions and carry a headlamp after dark.
Explore this place – Aurora TrailKaunispää viewpoints
Enjoy wide fell views from the summit of Kaunispää. Combine the visit with coffee or a meal at Huippu and choose an approach suited to the conditions.
Explore this place – Kaunispää viewpointsAurora Tobogganing
Combine tobogganing with polar-night light art on Kaunispää. Use the run only during opening hours and follow the resort’s instructions.
Explore this place – Aurora TobogganingHoliday Club & Aurora Spa
The Holiday Club spa pools and saunas are closed for renovation until further notice. The Aurora Spa treatment department operates separately. Check service availability before visiting.
Explore this place – Holiday Club & Aurora SpaSaariselkä Bowling
Bowling and indoor entertainment for families and friends. Check availability for other games and the escape room, and reserve a lane.
Explore this place – Saariselkä BowlingArt & culture
Explore Sámi culture and northern history. Allow a separate day for destinations in Inari or Utsjoki, and plan your transport in advance.
Sámi Museum & Nature Centre Siida
Discover Sámi culture and the nature of northern Lapland at Siida in Inari. Exhibitions and the outdoor museum explore the region’s history and living culture.
Explore this place – Sámi Museum & Nature Centre SiidaSámi Cultural Centre Sajos
Sajos in Inari is a centre for Sámi culture and administration. Guided tours introduce the building and contemporary Sámi life; confirm tour availability before visiting.
Explore this place – Sámi Cultural Centre SajosPielpajärvi Wilderness Church
This historic wilderness church near Inari combines a cultural visit with an outdoor trip. There is no road access to the church, so plan your route, equipment and return carefully.
Explore this place – Pielpajärvi Wilderness ChurchSt Paul’s Fell Chapel
Saariselkä’s log-built chapel is a peaceful place for reflection and concerts. Check events and visiting times with Inari Parish.
Explore this place – St Paul’s Fell ChapelUtsjoki Church & historic church huts
The historic church landscape by Lake Mantojärvi tells the story of northern meeting places and Sámi history. This destination is in Utsjoki, so allow plenty of time for the journey.
Explore this place – Utsjoki Church & historic church hutsCafés & bars
Stop for coffee and a doughnut, Finnish pancakes or an evening at a local meeting place.
Mettäbaari – Forest Bar
A relaxed stop in the forest beside the ski trail. Drop in for Finnish pancakes, a warm-up and the atmosphere of traditional log buildings.
Explore this place – Mettäbaari – Forest BarKaunis Jorma
A village pub for karaoke, drinks and pub food. Check the venue’s current programme before your evening out.
Explore this place – Kaunis JormaSavottakahvila
A logging-themed café in Laanila for a coffee break or soup lunch. Historic objects and forestry heritage give the setting its character.
Explore this place – SavottakahvilaKaunispään Huippu
Coffee, pastries and fell views at the top of Kaunispää, known for its large doughnuts and local flavours.
Explore this place – Kaunispään HuippuLieggâ Láávu
A slope-side restaurant near the chairlift base station. Stop for a hot drink, a snack or a meal during your day on the slopes.
Explore this place – Lieggâ LáávuPub Saariselän Panimo
A village-centre pub for drinks, good company and a changing programme of evening entertainment. Check current kitchen hours and events.
Explore this place – Pub Saariselän PanimoEquipment rentals
You don’t need to bring everything with you. Book popular equipment ahead during peak season and ask the rental team for route advice.
Saariselkä Ski & Sport Resort
Skis, snowboards and other winter equipment beside the slopes, plus bikes and cycling equipment in summer. Check the seasonal selection.
Details & bookings – Saariselkä Ski & Sport ResortKuukkeli Rental Shop
Electric fatbikes and rental equipment for outdoor outings. Check the collection point and ask the team to help you choose a suitable bike and equipment.
Details & bookings – Kuukkeli Rental ShopPermits, rules & responsible exploring
Check the rules for your destination before setting out. National parks and fishing waters have local restrictions in addition to general access rights.
Fishing & fisheries management fee
Basic hook-and-line fishing and ice fishing are generally free in waters where permitted. Lure fishing usually requires a fisheries management fee for anglers aged 18–69; people who turned 65 by 31 December 2023 remain exempt. A separate permit for the water area may also be needed.
Check guidance – Fishing & fisheries management feeCheck fishing restrictions
Do not assume general fishing rights apply to every water. Check local restrictions, permits, closed seasons and catch rules before fishing.
Check guidance – Check fishing restrictionsNational park instructions
Follow the park’s route and camping instructions. Cycling is restricted within the park. Metsähallitus provides the rules for fires, dogs and protecting nature on the destination page.
Check guidance – National park instructionsWeather, warnings & your route plan
Check the weather and current warnings. Match your equipment and route to the conditions, carry a map and tell someone your plans. Do not venture onto ice without reliable information about its strength.
Check guidance – Weather, warnings & your route plan