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ExpEriEncE Kemijärvi! A guide for visitors
A moment of tranquilityGuided forest walking tours include rest and relaxation at a traditional laavu shelter, a wonderful way to connect with Lapland’s nature. You will gather around a camp-fire to enjoy the tranquility and admire nature’s own light displays.
Something truly FinnishExperience something truly Finnish in a traditional 100-year-old savusauna smoke sauna. The gentle warmth of the sauna is the perfect way to relax and leave everyday life behind.
ice fishing This trip is a chance to discover the secrets of winter fishing; angling through a fishing hole cut into the frozen lake and trapping fish. Afterwards, you get to cook your catch on the campfire and enjoy the the results of your efforts.
Snow shoe walkingA snow shoe walking tour through stunningly beautiful hill and forest country, spotting animal prints on the snow as we go.
Surrounded by forests, lakes and fells, Kemijärvi is the genuine Lapland experience, offering a wealth of exciting holiday opportunities all year round. The best way to discover the most breathtaking walking routes, exciting cultural events and high speed thrills, is to turn to our local experts.
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Urheilu Sivakka
Tel: +358 (0)16 813 567,
+358 (0)400 157 737
Vapaudenkatu 6, 98100 Kemijärvi
www.uheilusivakka.com
northern lights safariAs the night falls, we will set off on snowmobiles and travel beyond the light pol-lution to discover the aurora borealis. The two-hour safari concludes with a snack and refreshments served around a starlit campfire.
Evening safariThis snowmobile safari for the whole family is a chance to discover the stunning Pyhä Fell and to spot the northern lights. The trip includes snacks and refresh-ments by a campfire.
pyhä Fell snowmobile safariExperience the delights of Pyhä Fell onboard a snowmobile. We will also stop off for some fireside refreshments.
ice KartingUnleash your inner Formula One racer and enjoy the thrill of speed on our ice track! A practice session and time trials will be followed by a championship final for the best drivers.
pyhäsafaris
Tel: +358 (0)40 778 9106
Pyhäntie 2030A/Sädetie 1,
98530 Pyhätunturi
www.pyhasafaris.com
huskies at homeThis visit is a chance to meet a pack of beautiful husky dogs at their home in an old cowshed and to enjoy the thrill of a husky ride.
one-hour husky sledding masterclassLearn the secrets of husky sledding! You will learn how to steer the pack standing on the back of the sled. We will stop en route to switch positions and enjoy a warm snack.
northern lights husky rideThe excursion begins at dusk as you meet the dogs and learn about sledding. As darkness falls, we will set off to a shelter in the forest, the ideal setting for viewing the aurora borealis. With a bit of luck, the journey home will be lit by the northern lights.
A day in the wildAfter meeting and greeting the huskies and learning how to steer your sled, we set off to explore the ancient forests of Riisitunturi National Park. We will enjoy the unique atmosphere of this vast wilderness before stopping for a fireside snack.
Kota-husky
Tel: +358 (0)40 718 7287,
+358 (0)40 767 1474
Jaksamontie 58,
97890 Karjalaisenniemi
www.kota-husky.fi
Winter fishing on lake KemijärviOn this excursion, we hop on our snowmobiles and head in the direction of Lake Kemijärvi, known for its plentiful fish stocks. Thanks to a heated fishing hut and a campfire, you will enjoy your fishing in com-fort, whatever the weather.
Winter fishing in norwayArctic char, grayling and trout await in wild and rugged Norway! We will travel to our fishing spot by snowmobile and, thanks to our ice-fishing tent, you can keep fishing, even in harsh winter conditions. A night’s camping on the fellside puts the finishing touch to your wilderness experience.
Summer fishing on lake KemijärviA stable open boat will take us on a whole day’s trip to the open waters of Lake Kemijärvi, to catch perch, pikeperch and pike. We will use both spin and lure fishing methods.
huntingA local guide will be on hand to help you track game in the wilderness. At Lake Kemijärvi we will hunt for grouse and in Upper Lap-land for willow grouse. You will be joined by a highly experienced pointer. Watch-ing the gun dog at work is very much part of the fun.
rautaparta oy
Tel: +358 (0)50 4141 127
Pietarinpolku 23,
98440 Kallaanvaara
www.rautaparta.fi
www.facebook.com/rautapartaoy
Fishing with jänkäkoiraTake a fishing trip on Kemijoki, the longest river in Finland, with a local ranger and an experienced fisherman. In addition to activity packages, we make tailored trips to the waters around lake Kemijärvi according to the customer's interests.
Summer fishing on Kemijoki riverA fishing trip on the plenti-ful Kemijoki river—choose from trolling, jigging, or an introduction to casting and jerkbaiting.
Whitewater fishing on the rapids of loukas or jänkäläinenAre you an enthusiastic whitewater fisher? Jänkäkoira offers fishing trips to the free flowing rapids of Loukas or Jänkäläinen. Catch a wild trout or a feisty European grayling on these rapids.
Fly fishing on the javarus river The Javarus river offers amazing experiences for fly fishers. The river is shallow enough to wade across. Rest at a lean-to on the riverbank and enjoy a packed lunch. If your catch is large enough, ask us to prepare it for you to take home.
jänkäkoira
Junnu Korpela
Tel. +358 50 541 2877
opintie 17, FI-98360 Vuostimo
www.jankakoira.fi
Situated on the border of the Arctic circle,
Suomu fell invites you to enjoy diverse outdoor activities all year round.
In winter, the wind-protected slopes of Suomu offer activities for slalom skiers and snowboarders from children and beginners to experienced skiers. Choose from ten diverse slopes with different levels of difficulty. Four of the slopes are lit, and the longest spans 1,700 metres.
There are 70 kilometres of maintained cross-country ski tracks amidst the hills and valleys of the forest. The tracks have lean-to
shelters at convenient intervals for resting and enjoying a snack.
During the snowless period, the marked hiking tracks invite you to experience the quiet of the forest and the midnight sun. A hiker's autumn at Suomu is topped off with the northern lights which can be seen as early as at the end of August, far away from city lights, if the condi-tions are right.
Suomutunturi
tel. +358 207 199 110
(rental and lift tickets)
Kotakuja 1, FI-98720 Kemijärvi
www.suomutunturi.fi
www.facebook.com/suomutunturi
Meet the artist Meet a Lapland artist and discover her work! You will have the chance to view Pirkko Mäkelä-Haapalinna’s art and hear her discuss her creative process and the meaning behind her works.
lunch with an artistEnjoy a lunch that is a feast for the eyes as well as the palate. Join Pirkko Mäkelä-Haapalinna for a delicious lunch prepared with fresh local ingredients as she introduces her creative works.
dine with an artistJoin a local artist at her lakeside residence for a fabulous three-course meal and a chance to engage in an in-depth, interactive exploration of her art.
Gallery visitArtist Lea Viita’s studio and home gallery are based in the remote village of Luusua. During our visit to the gallery, you will hear the artist discuss her modernist works, inspired by the ever-changing Lapland nature that surrounds her.
Art Studio phM
Tel: +358 (0)50 491 4672
Kelloniementie 549,
98100 Kemijärvi
www.pirkkomakela.fi
Galleria lea viita
Tel: +358 (0)40 766 4771
Luusuantie 3152, 98230 Luusua
www.leaviita.com
Other SErvicESKemijärvi pharmacy
Tel: +358 (0)207 920 240
Vapaudenkatu 8,
98100 Kemijärvi
Kemijärvi tourist info
Tel: +358 (0)40 189 2050
Vapaudenkatu 8,
98100 Kemijärvi
www.visitkemijarvi.fi
Kodinkone Apaja oy
electrical goods specialists
Tel: +358 (0)20 7351 020,
+358 (0)400 733 823
Pohjolankatu 1,
98100 Kemijärvi
www.kodinkoneapaja.com
Urheilu Sivakka
Sports, fishing and hunting
equipment and apparel
Tel: +358 16 813 567,
+358 (0)400 157 737
Vapaudenkatu 6,
98100 Kemijärvi
www.uheilusivakka.com
juhan Auto oy
Car hire, sales and
maintenance
Tel: +358 (0)20 743 4491
Pohjolankatu 5,
98100 Kemijärvi
www.juhanauto.fi
Kemijärvi Museum
open in summer, at all other
times by arrangement
Tel: +358 (0)40 5039591,
+358 (0)45 842 4370
Sepänkatu 4, 98100 Kemijärvi
www.kemijarvenmuseo.com
Kemijärven työkaluässä
Tools and building and
agricultural goods, plant hire
Tel: +358 (0)40 591 7373
Sysimiehentie 2,
98120 Kemijärvi
Arctic 8 Seasons travel
Tailored nature and culture
experience packages,
activity sales service
Tel.: +358 50 467 3331
www.arctic8seasons.com
K-supermarket Kauppapaikka
Tel: +358 (0)16 812 001
Kirkkokatu 5, 98100 Kemijärvi
Kemijärven parish
Kemijärven Church, concerts
and other musical events
Tel: +358 (0)400 802 270
Kirkkokatu 11,
98100 Kemijärvi
www.kemijarvi.seurakunta.net
Fintravel Kemijärvi
Tailored travel packages for
groups to Kemijärvi, Lapland,
northern norway, and
Sweden. Incl. Hurtigruten
reservations.
Tel. +358 40 344 7777
Vapaudenkatu 4,
FI-98100 Kemijärvi
www.fintravelkemijarvi.fi
Artist Kirsti Kata
Home gallery visits and art
and handicrafts shop.
Tel. +358 50 534 68 86
Myllypurontie 20,
FI-98450 Kostamo
www.kirstikata.fi
AccoMModAtionyou will not find any large hotel complexes at Kemijärvi. Instead, you can choose from cosy, small hotels, cottages and apartments, offering you a guaranteed good night’s sleep and sweet dreams.
idyllic lakeside log-built hotel Uitonniemi offers six comfortable rooms for between 2–3 guests and a sauna enjoying a wonderful lakefront position. In the summer season, the M/S Ahti cruise boat takes visitors out on fishing trips to Lake Kemijärvi and for crossings of the Arctic Circle.
hotelli Uitonniemi
Tel: +358 (0)16 320 77 00
uitonniementie 1, 98100 Kemijärvi
www.uitonniemi.fi
cosy holiday cottages and apartments close to the centreIn summer, visitors to Holiday Centre Lohi will be able to enjoy our wonderful sandy beach, while in wintertime, we offer access to snowmobile routes and ski tracks. We also offer a number spots where you can build your own campfire.
lohen lomakeskus
Tel: +358 (0)40 581 2007
Lohelankatu 1, 98101 Kemijärvi
www.lohenlomakeskus.fi
peace and tranquility on the shores of lake KemijärviMatkatupa Camping offers camping and cottage hire in the village of Luusua. Some of the cottages are equipped with their own private saunas. Our guests are also welcome to make use of our rowing boat for exploring the lake.
Matkatupa camping
Tel: +358 40 5788 795,
+358 (0)16 888 517
Luusuantie 2661, 98230 Luusua
www.matkatupa.fi
cosy accommodation in central KemijärviMestarin Kievari’s family rooms are equipped with a coffee machine and refrigerator. We also offer rooms with their own private en-suite saunas.
hotelli Mestarin Kievari
Tel: +358 (0)40 320 7700,
+358 (0)40 742 0618
Kirkkokatu 9, 98100 Kemijärvi
www.mestarinkievari.fi
luxury fell country experiencesAre you looking for a luxury holiday experi-ence amidst beautiful, rugged scenery? Our high specification cottages and apartments are located close to the Pyhätunturi National Park as well as the best pistes and ski tracks.
pyhähippu central reservations
Tel: +358 (0)16 882 820
Kultakeronkatu 4, 98530 Pyhätunturi
www.pyhähippu.fi
Atmospheric accommodation at
the foot of a fell
At Hotel Suomu, you can sleep in a Lappish fell scenery in the vicinity of the slopes. The wild nature is close: reindeer often visit our grounds, and you can admire the northern lights from your window.
We offer options for the needs of all types of travellers and skiers. In addition to our comfortable hotel rooms, we offer chalet apartments with saunas for even the most demanding tastes.
hotel Suomu
Tel. +358 207 199 121
(sales and reservations)
Kotakuja 1, FI-98720 Kemijärvi
www.suomutunturi.fi
www.facebook.com/suomutunturi
home cooking and lapland specialities Lappish home cooking for lunch! Our à la carte menu features vendace and pike fished from the nearby Kemijärvi, reindeer prepared in a variety of ways, fresh forest berries and local baked leipäjuusto cheese.
Mestarin Kievari
Tel: +358 (0)40 320 7700,
+358 (0)40 742 0618
Kirkkokatu 9, 98100 Kemijärvi
www.mestarinkievari.fi
local flavours close to the fellsTake a break at our cosy local cafe to enjoy traditional poronkäristys sautéed reindeer, desserts and cakes made with fresh local berries, kampanisu buns, mushroom quiches and baked cheese.
tuulenpesä cafe
Tel: +358 (0)505 268 413
Kuusamontie 1623,
98720 Suomutunturi
rEStAUrAntSIn Lapland, you will be able to enjoy delicious, healthy and locally-sourced food, almost anywhere you go. Why not try our reindeer, game, fish, berries and mushrooms.
pure, Finnish flavours and Asian influences at Suomu fellLocal food and seasonally changing ingredients. These are the secret of our delicious dishes. Your whole family will find their favourites on our menu! Our Asian-spirited aromas and flavours will spice up the dishes. After-ski warmth comes from hot chocolate or alcoholic mulled wine.
hotel Suomu restaurants
Tel. +358 207 199 122
(restaurant services and table reserva-
tions)
Kotakuja 1, FI-98720 Kemijärvi
www.suomutunturi.fi
www.facebook.com/suomutunturi
Extensive restaurant services at the foot of KultakeroVisitor Centre Naava, situated in the centre of the Pyhätunturi area, hosts Cafè Loimu, which serves coffeehouse products, a buffet lunch, and à la carte dishes every day. Also offering take-away delicacies and dishes.
café loimu
Tel. +358 40 196 4750
Luontotie 1, FI-98530 Pyhätunturi
www.cafeloimu.fi
private dining restaurantsMestarin kievari offers a full catering service at the Uitonpirtti private dining restaurant. We offer capacity for between 2 and 60 guests and also have a wonderful lakeside sauna available for our guests.
Uitonpirtti
Tel: +358 (0)16 320 77 00
uitonniementie 1, 98100 Kemijärvi
www.uitonniemi.fi
AnnaBriitta’s kitchen makes use of locally-sourced ingredients wherever possible, with all reindeer, potatoes, baked cheese and bread provided by local producers. The private dining restaurant offers seating for 100 diners and benefits from audiovisual equipment. We also have a sauna available for our guests.
AnnaBriitta
Tel: +358 (0)40 749 8655
Kirkkokatu 3, 98100 Kemijärvi
www.annabriitta.fi
Lohiportti caters for up to 350 diners. We also have a sauna and lounge with a fireplace for up to 14 guests available for hire.
lohiportti
Tel: +358 (0)40 581 2007
Lohelankatu 1, 98101 Kemijärvi
www.lohenlomakeskus.fi
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Kemijärvi Tourist Info
Level 1, Vapaudenkatu 8, 98100 Kemijärvi
Tel: +358 (0)40 1892 050
email: [email protected]
opening hours: Monday to Friday 09:00–15:30
Kemijärvi is located less than an hour’s drive from the area’s ski resorts and enjoys excellent transport links. We offer first rate opportunities for active holidays around the year, whether you are seeking tranquility or high speed thrills.
Helsinki–Kemijärvi 911 km (overnight train) Rovaniemi Airport – Kemijärvi approx. 1 hr Kuusamo Airport – Kemijärvi approx. 90 mins. More information and storiesWWW.viSitKEMijArvi.Fi
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