As always when being on a western coast, Kalajoki boasts beautiful sunsets. Being on the arctic coast of Finland, but still 350 km below Arctic Circle we enjoy white nights but no midnight sun. These circumstances stretch the golden hour into an endless, serene spectacle, which we call never-ending sunsets. There’s nothing quite like watching […]
The borderless border area between Finland and Sweden is worth to be discovered. Lush river valley and coastal archipelago, a distinct culture and two time zones. Regardless of national borders and governments, Torne River valley has had its own cultural heritage with villages located on both sides of the river, strong fishing tradition and a […]
Nestled along the arctic coast of Finland, the Kalajoki sand dunes offer a stunning natural landscape that captivates visitors with its unique interplay of land, sea, and sky. Extending over three kilometers along the shoreline, these dunes form a rare and breathtaking panorama that makes Kalajoki a notable destination. The shifting sands, shaped by winds […]
Some 80 km of the arctic coast of you find authentic rural Finland at its best. Here you find the landscape that for many is what Finland is all about: lakes, forests, and fields. The ancient meteorite impact is still today seen in the nature and landscape of Europe’s largest Crater Lake. The cultural heritage […]
At the northernmost point of Bothnian Bay Sweden and Finland share a border, naturally created by Torne River. Here you find a stomping ground where coast meets lush river valley landscapes. Four distinct seasons with icy cold winters and mild summers paint the landscape and offer a multitude of things to explore and experience. The […]
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At Visit Arctic Coast we are very happy to congratulate Arctic Crater Lake Geopark (offic. Impact Crater Lake Geopark) for the achievement of UNESCO Global Geopark status! This story begun 78 million years ago as a meteorite happened to crash earth and form this geologically unique lake environment. While other lakes in Finland were created […]
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Oulu and Helsinki Airports are accessible from most European cities. From Helsinki, there are domestic flights to Oulu, Kokkola, Vaasa and Kemi-Tornio.
flight
Helsinki – Oulu 1 h
Helsinki – Kokkola-Pietarsaari 1 h 10 min
Helsinki – Vaasa 1 h 5 min
Helsinki – Kemi-Tornio 1 h 40 min
From all airports Arctic Coast destinations are easily accessible by car. Ask us for arranged transfers.
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Kemi-Tornio – HaparandaTornio 30 min
Oulu – HaparandaTornio 1 h 45 min
Oulu – Kalajoki 1 h 50 min
Oulu – Arctic Crater Lake Geopark 3 h 15 min
Kokkola-Pietarsaari – Kalajoki 50 min
Kokkola-Pietarsaari – Arctic Crater Lake Geopark 1 h
Vaasa – Arctic Crater Lake Geopark 1 h 40 min
Vaasa – Kalajoki 2 h 30 min
Helsinki – Arctic Crater Lake Geopark 4 h 45 min
There are excellent train connections to and between destinations on the Arctic Coast
train
Oulu – Kemi 1 h
Oulu – Kokkola 1 h 30 min
Oulu – Vaasa 4 h
Helsinki – Kokkola 3 h 50 min
Helsinki – Oulu 5 h 30 min
Helsinki – Kemi 6 h 45 min
The Arctic Coast in the northern part of the Baltic Sea is connected to the rest of Europe through maritime routes. Navigating north past Gotland and Åland, the explorers by sea will find the Arctic Coast destinations.
