Spring’s Here: Wild Herb Season Kicks Off
Finnish Wild Herbs
10 Great Reasons to Visit Lapland in Summer
Summer in Lapland is bright, peaceful, green, and dreamlike in its beauty. While many associate Lapland with winter, snow, and northern lights, summer reveals an entirely different side—one that many Finns return to year after year. Here are ten compelling reasons why summer is the perfect time to head north. Read to the end for […]
Put this on Your Bucket List: Aulanko is A Winter Gem in Jean Sibelius’ Hometown, Hämeenlinna
Discover Aulanko in Hämeenlinna, the hometown of Jean Sibelius. Explore snowy trails, majestic landmarks, and serene winter beauty, capped with an ice swimming experience!
Mervi LindströmDriving on Ice Road – Yes, Literally on a Frozen Body of Water
Discover Finland’s ice roads! Only the truly lucky get to experience this rarity. Read on to find out how it could be possible for you.
How to Survive Winter in Finland: A Compact Guide
Survive Finland’s winter like a local! From dressing in layers to winter driving tips—practical advice for cold weather living.
From Scorching Heat to Ice-Cold Water – Why Finns Do This and How You Can Experience Ice Swimming Too
Finns have a strong connection to nature, and winter swimming – known in Finnish as avanto or avantouinti – is a prime example of it. This pastime combines the wintry outdoors, fresh air, and Finland’s deep-rooted sauna culture, which for many Finns is an essential part of everyday life. In principle, winter swimming can suit […]
Finland’s Midwinter and Midsummer: How They Differ Between Lapland and Southern Finland
Finland offers a striking contrast between light and darkness across its seasons. Midwinter and midsummer represent two extremes, and the experience of these seasons varies greatly depending on whether you’re in southern Finland, Lapland, or somewhere in between. Read this article to learn what to expect when visiting Finland in midwinter or midsummer. Artcile by […]
This Is Not Ordinary Snow – what you see here is Crown Snow-Load
Even if you live in a warm country, you’ve likely seen snowfall at least in movies or documentaries. During snowfall, snow drifts from the sky to the ground, and if it’s cold enough, it begins to accumulate into an increasingly thick layer on the ground and, for example, on tree branches. But there is something […]
Do you want to roll in the snow? Here’s what it’s like and how to enjoy it the most!
Powder snow is wonderfully soft and light, eagerly anticipated until the snowpack becomes as deep and fluffy as ever. It can be described in words and pictures, but you truly understand its fun and charm only by experiencing it firsthand. On the morning of February 1, just as the sun was preparing to spread its […]
March, March to the Bilberry Bushes! The Finnish Forest Now Calls Us to Its Sweet Natural Delights
Text and photos: Outi Johansson Did you know that Finnish forests produce hundreds of millions of kilograms of bilberries at their peak? Thanks to the Everyone’s rights, this superfood is accessible to everyone. Have you already ventured out to pick your share from the hidden shady mounds, rocky crevices, or the edges of bogs? The […]
