A Casual Countryside Drive Back to Rovaniemi

After a good night's rest, it’s time to begin the final day of your road trip. Make sure to fill your thermos with tea or coffee and pack some snacks for a morning adventure. Just a short drive from your igloo is the best car park for your hike to Aittakuru Gorge. It’s an open car park, so there are no restrictions or opening hours. However, it would help if you considered snowfall, depending on the time of year you visit.
Open 24 hours.

Head to Aittakuru Gorge for a lovely morning stroll, around 30 minutes each way. This is a natural gorge and a great place to see. Check for events in the area, as a natural amphitheatre has been built into the valley, and regular concerts and plays are held here.

After a brisk morning walk through the gorge, it’s time to find a local spot for lunch and coffee. Enjoy lunch in a nearby café, which is part of the ski resort. During the peak season, enjoy watching the skiers come down the piste beside the café.
Opening Hours: Monday – Sunday: 11:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.

It’s time for the final excursion of the road trip, and this one is a very beautiful place. Head to the car park, where you can put on your walking boots and warm layers before you head out into the forest for some birdwatching.

The whole area is excellent for admiring nature at its finest. Take a short walk across the river over the wooden bridge, follow the trail through the woods, and enjoy your last moment in the wild before heading back to the city.

There’s a lookout here where you can admire the wildlife. Due to the lay of the land, there are lots of birds in the area, moose, reindeer, and more. Make sure to climb up the watchtower to see above the trees and far across the gorgeous landscape.

Depending on the time of year you visit, watch out for the sunset from the bridge, as the daylight times vary dramatically between summer and winter. Once you’ve had your fill of nature, head back to the car park where you can relax, change out of your walking clothes, and get ready for the next part of the journey.

Enjoy a cosy last dinner in Santa's Village and see the area in a new light. It’s extraordinary to see with all the magical lighting, so why not go back and see the town in a new way? This is a great way to end the three-day trip before returning to reality.
Opening Hours: Monday – Sunday: 2:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.
For reservations, please visit the website or call +358407503891.

After a magical few days exploring Lapland, it’s time to head back to Rovaniemi.