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Pyhä-Luosto National Park

TIME : 2016/2/22 10:50:21
Pyhä-Luosto National Park

Pyhä-Luosto National Park

A wild landscape of ancient pine forests, lakes and hills stretching between the fell resorts of Pyhä and Luosto, Pyhä-Luosto National Park is the highlight of central Lapland and a popular choice for a day trip from Rovaniemi.
With more than 90 miles (150 km) of walking trails, Pyhä-Luosto is a top destination for hikers all year-round, with highlights including Isokuru, Finland's deepest gorge, the Pyhä Waterfall and the Lampivaara Amethyst Mine, Europe’s only active amethyst mine, where visitors can try their luck digging for gemstones. With over 75 miles (120 km) of ski trails and ample opportunities for snowmobiling, reindeer sleigh rides and husky sledding, Pyhä-Luosto makes a fun place to spend the winter months, while summer activities include mountain biking, canoeing, swimming and fishing.

Practical Info

The Pyhä-Luosto National Park is located in Finnish Lapland, about 68 miles (110 km) northeast of Rovaniemi.