Kemijärvi | Pelkosenniemi | Sodankylä

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This brochure takes in some of the best sights that Lapland has to offer for travellers who have their own transportation. Attractions at Sodankylä, Pyhä-Luosto, Pelkosenniemi and Kemijärvi form a “ring” which the Pyhä-Luosto tourist region completes, as Pyhä-Luosto is situated in the vicinity of these distircts.

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SODANKYLÄ 1 THE OLD CHURCH

2 THE CHURCH OF SODANKYLÄ

3 LOCAL HERITAGE MUSEUM

4 MUSEUM-GALLERY ALARIESTO

5 TAIGAKORU JEWELLER

6 CERAMIC WORKSHOP MAARI

7 THE HOUSE OF NORTHERN LIGHTS

– POHJAN KRUUNU

PYHÄ-LUOSTO 8 LUOSTO’S INFORMATION POINT TO

PYHÄ-LUOSTO NATIONAL PARK

9 AHVENLAMPI, LUOSTO

10 THE AMETHYST MINE, LUOSTO

11 OUTINEN RIDING CENTRE, PYHÄ-LUOSTO

12 THE CHAPEL OF THE NORTHERN LIGHTS, PYHÄ

13 AITTAKURU GORGE, PYHÄ

14 VISITOR CENTRE NAAVA, PYHÄ

15 ISOKURU GORGE, PYHÄ

16 PYHÄ SCENIC CHAIR LIFT

17 PYHÄ DISC GOLF RANGE

PELKOSENNIEMI 18 SUVANTO VILLAGE

19 THE ANDY MCCOY STATUE

20 JAAKKOLA LOG HOUSE CAFÉ

21 LUCKY RANCH

22 KAIRANKUTSU – CALL OF THE WILDERNESS

KEMIJÄRVI 23 ART STUDIO PMH

24 KEMIJÄRVI CHURCH, THE OLD CLOCK

TOWER, AND PINE-FLOGGING SPOT

25 ART CENTER PUUSTELLI

26 KEMIJÄRVI REGIONAL MUSEUM

27 SPA – SWIMMING POOL POUKAMA

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29 KEMIJÄRVI TOURIST INFORMATION

30 KOTAVAARA OBSERVATION TOWER

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SIGHTS AROUND SODANKYLÄ:In Sodankylä, you can expe-rience the homely flavours, customs and atmospheres of the heart of Lapland. Here, you’ll find unique artisans selling their wares, a shopping centre, quaint places to visit and a summer film festival.

1 THE OLD CHURCHThe old church of Sodankylä is Finland’s best-preserved and untouched wooden church. This church was built from timber in 1689, commis-sioned by Charles XI, who granted 900 copper dollars to the building project. The planked bar-rel vault dates back to 1703. On the inside as well as outside, the bare wooden surfaces add to the old and stark atmosphere of the church. The altar painting of the Holy Communion was painted by the Stockholm artist Petter Bergström in 1730. Open Open from 6.6.2016 to 8.8.2016. Mon–Sun 9 am–6 pm. Contact details: Kemijärventie, 99600 Sodankylä Tel. +358 (0)400 190 406 www.sodevl.fi

2 THE OLD CHURCHThe main church of Sodankylä was built in 1859, and it was built out of locally-sourced stone. The altarpiece of ”Christ the comforter” was painted by Artturi Heickel in 1912. The church serves as the principal church of the Sodankylä congrega-tion. Services take place on Sundays at 10 am all year round.Open from 6.6.2016 to 8.8.2016. Mon–Sat 10 am–6 pm, Sun 10 am–5 pm.Contact details: Kirkkotie 1, 99600 Sodankylä Tel. +358 (0)400 190 406 www.sodevl.fi

3 LOCAL HERITAGE MUSEUMBuilt in 1906, the main building of the SodankyläLocal Heritage Museum is a Kuukkeli house from the village of Riesto, in the area of the Lokka reservoir, from where it was moved to the muse-um site by voluntary labour in the 1960s. The mu-seum site also includes numerous other build-ings from traditional Sodankylä industry, such as a workshop, an Arctic house, a calving hut, a summer house, barns and part of a reindeer fence, or churn. Open from 24.5.2016 to 21.8.2016 Tue–Sun 12 am–6 pm, Monday closed. Other times on request +358 (0)40 7653 799 Tickets: € 2/ person, € 1 / child. Contact details: Hampputörmäntie 20, 99600 Sodankylä Tel. +358 (0)40 7653 799 www.lapinmuseot.fi/sodankyla6 7

4 MUSEUM-GALLERY ALARIESTOThe Andreas Alariesto Museum-Gallery has a permanent exhibition of the Sompio-born paint-er, Andreas Alariesto’s life’s work and produc-tion. Andreas Alariesto (1900-1989) was one of Finland’s best primitive painters. For him, the starting points of art were the rich folk traditions of his homeland, from its history and mythol-ogy, and from his own lifetime. Having grown up in both Lappish and Finnish culture, he had a unique perspective of Lappish cultural tradi-tions. In addition to exhibitions in his homeland, Alariesto’s art has been exhibited in Germany, Russia, Sweden, Belgium, Luxemburg, Hungary and France. Open Mon–Fri 9 am–4 pm. Other times on request. Contact details: Jäämerentie 3, 99600 Sodankylä Tel. +358 40 746 9776 www.visitsodankyla.fi

5 TAIGAKORU JEWELLERYGoldsmith/art engraver Seppo Penttinen has worked in Sodankylä since 1983. The main fo-cus is on the goldsmith’s own jewellery series, of which there are now seven. The beautiful Lappish nature is the common theme in the jew-ellery series. The company also makes custom jewellery, which can be made to the specifica-tions of the customer. Open: Mon–Fri 10 am–5 pm, Sat 10 am–2 pm. Contact details: Sompiontie 4, 99600 Sodankylä Tel. +358 (0)50 464 6194 www.taigakoru.fi

6 CERAMIC WORKSHOP MAARIThe Ceramic Workshop Maari makes ”raku” ceramic for home decoration. Every product is unique, just like the elements of nature. The colours, shapes and materials of Lappish nature are an integral part of the inspiration behind the work. Also an online web shop. In Sodankylä, you can buy Maari’s products from Museum- Gallery Alariesto’s museum shop and from K- Supermarket Pohjantähti. Open: when ceramic artist is working, check from this number +358 (0)40 5490 906.Contact details: Kansanopistontie 5, 99600 Sodankylä Tel. +358 (0)40 5490 906 www.maari.fi

7 THE HOUSE OF NORTHERN LIGHTS – POHJAN KRUUNUFeel the magic of the Northern Lights in the Aurora House “Pohjan Kruunu”! You can ad-mire the beauty of the Northern Lights despite weather conditions or a season. The multimedia presentation will be projected on the ceiling of the Aurora House. During the presentation a Northern Light guide will tell You about the sci-entific background and the ancient believes of the Northern Lights. During summer open by agreement. Reservations tel. +358 40 514 2858. Duration of the presentation 45 minutes. Price: € 21,50/person. Minimum number of clients 4 persons. Price include; presentation, postcard and VAT. Organizer: Aurora House Pohjankruunu/ SodankyläTel. +358 (0)40 514 2858 Contact details: Välisuvannontie 13, 99600 Sodankylä Tel. +358 (0)40 5142 858 www.arcticacademy.fi

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8 LUOSTO’S INFORMATION POINT TO PYHÄ-LUOSTO NATIONAL PARKThe Luosto information point introduces Pyhä-Luosto National Park in the form of a small and experiential exhibition. The customer ser-vice provides excellent hiking tips and topical information about the park. There are also na-tional park products on sale. The information point is located in the lobby of Lapland Hotel Luostotunturi.Contact details:Luostontie 199555 LuostoTel. +358 (0)16 620 400

9 AHVENLAMPI, LUOSTOAhvenlampi is situated by Luosto Fell, near the Luosto tourist resort. There is a 2.8 km trail around the edge of Ahvenlampi, which is man-ageable even for kids. Along the trail there are also camp fire huts, so remember to take your picnic things!

SIGHTS AROUNDPYHÄ-LUOSTO:

Pyhä-Luosto is a diverse area spread over two fell-districts. Visitors to Pyhä-Luosto can enjoy the landscapes of the national park around Finland’s southern-most chain of fells, and Europe’s only operating amethyst mine that is open to the public. Biking is a great way to explore the resort. At the end of summer 2016, there will be new biking trails approx. 100 km in Pyhä-Luosto. More information from the area’s information points.

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10 THE AMETHYST MINE, LUOSTOEurope’s only active amethyst mine can be found on the top of Pyhä-Luosto’s Lampivaara fell. You can choose from a number of tours, e.g. a 5 km trek leading through forests and across fells or choose a trail through a swamp and walk on logs. Once you reach the top of the fell you can listen to the mysterious story of the ame-thyst. Next of course, you’ll visit the mine and search for your own lucky stone, your personal lucky amethyst.Open: • 1.6.–15.8. daily 11 –-5 pm• 16.8.–30.9. daily 11 am–4 pm• 1.–31.10. Tue-Sat 11 am–3 pmPresentations every full hourTickets: € 16/person, € 9/child, family € 40 (2 adults + 2 children)Contact details:Lampivaara, 99555 LuostoTel: +358 (0)400-523 924www.amethystmine.fiwww.facebook.com/amethystmines

11 OUTINEN RIDING CENTREProgrammes include traditional riding camps for children and youth, and a ”Country Calling Card” for families, couples or single travellers. Come and see horses in the pastures, grab a pitchfork, ride a horse or just relax. If you want, you can participate in the farm work and learn about the yearly cycle of a reindeer and horse farm. B&B for 10 persons, home meals in Lapland style, and sauna is available when you get wood and heat it up. Open: see www.offpisteadventures.com or mia@offpisteadventures.com Contact information: Sodankyläntie 1007, 98100 KemijärviTel. +358 (0)40 963 98077

12 THE CHAPEL OF THE NORTHERN LIGHTS, PYHÄThe Chapel of the Northern Lights at Pyhä Fell is Lapland’s first tourist church. The chapel was de-signed by architect Kari Ojala and Bishop Olavi Rimpiläinen consecrated it in 1986. The Chapel of the Northern Lights is also known for being a good concert venue. During the tourist season, the daily programme of the Chapel of the North-ern Lights includes Morning Devotion, there are Good News evenings every Tuesday and Holy Communion is celebrated on Thursdays.Open: Mon–Sun 7 am–10 pm, in July 7 am–12 pm.Contact details: Kappelitie 2, 98530 PyhätunturiTel. + 358 (0)20 7681 730www.kairosmaja.fi

13 AITTAKURU GORGE, PYHÄRugged Aittakuru is hidden in between the slopes of Pyhä Fell and opens up to a stunning rocky scene. Aittakuru is by road 9621 between Pyhä and Luosto. The car park is about 2.2 km from the Pyhä business centre, on the right-hand side of the road. It is under half a kilo-metre’s walk to the gorge.Aittakuru is a uniquely beautiful natural amphi-theatre, where Finnish, Lappish and internation-al music, both modern and traditional, resounds on summer evenings. The acoustics of the gorge are great for small concerts as well as larger events. Aittakuru is also the venue for the Pyhä Unplugged and Luosto Classic events.

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14 PYHÄTUNTURI VISITOR CENTRE NAAVA, PYHÄYou will get best information for your stay in Pyhä-Luosto area and national park from Naava. Fantastic exhibition, tourist and hik-ing information, free internet access added with Café Loimu makes Naava worth visiting with the whole family!Contact details:Luontotie 1, 98530 PyhätunturiTel. +358 (0)206 39 7302. www.outdoors.fi/naava

15 ISOKURU GORGE, PYHÄIsokuru is Finland’s deepest gorge. It is situated on Pyhä Fell, between the Kultakero and Ukon-hattu peaks and has a depth of 200 metres. The very popular duckboard trail at the foot of the gorge runs from Pyhänkasteenlampi to Py-hänkasteenputous. The origins of the gorge and the geology of the area is explained on informa-tion boards along the trail. At the end of Isonkuru Gorge there is a hut, a camp fire spot and a disa-bled-access toilet.

16 PYHÄ SCENIC CHAIR LIFTChair lift takes you to the top of Kultakero, to see the magnificent scenery. We recommend to stop at Restaurant Tsokka on the top to taste their delicious waffles. Way back you can take the lift or on foot by the maintance road.Pyhä Scenic chair lift opening hours:• 24.6. 5 pm–1 am.• 25.6. 11 am–6 pm. • 28.6.–13.8. Tue–Sat 11 am–6 pm.• 2.9.–17.9. Tue–Sat 11 am–5 pm. Prices: Return ticket € 9 / person, € 5 / child (6–11 yrs), family ticket € 21 (2 adults and 1–3 children). By booking € 250 (1st hour, next hours € 100/h).

17 PYHÄ DISC GOLF RANGE18 hole disc golf range is located nearby Fam-ily Slopes in Pyhä. Diferce range offers cours-es between 60-240 meters. You can use your own discs or rent a disc set (3 discs) from Hotel Pyhätunturi.

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SIGHTS AROUND PELKOSENNIEMI:Pelkosenniemi is a small municipality, but it has a very rich cultural history. In Pelkosenniemi you can experience the unique nature of wetlands, fells and rivers.

18 SUVANTO VILLAGESituated near Pelkosenniemi, Suvanto is one of the rare villages in Lapland, which were not burned down by the Germans in the Lapland War, and it’s culturally and historically precious buildings are protected by the National Board of Antiquities and Historical Monuments. When visiting Suvanto you should look in at the cafe-art gallery Säpikäs. Säpikäs is housed in the yard of an idyllic 1930s country house; the cafe and gallery have been accommodated in a renovated old barn.Open: Mon–Sun 11 am–6 pm.Contact details: Gallery-Cafe SäpikäsSuvannontie 1043, 98550 Suvanto

19 THE ANDY MCCOY STATUE The statue of Antti Hulkko, a.k.a. Andy McCoy, stands proudly in the centre of Pelkosenniemi Parish Village. The 3.6 metre tall monument was carved out of pine heartwood by McCoy’s uncle, Matti Hulkko, and was unveiled on 25th of July 2009. Andy McCoy rose to fame as the guitarist of Hanoi Rocks.

20 JAAKKOLA LOG HOUSE CAFÉTraditional log house summer cafe in Kairala village. Local handicrafts and genuine rural village atmosphere.Opening hours: Daily 10 am–6 pmContact details: Jaakkola Log House CaféSodankyläntie 1009, 98560 KairalaTel. Niina +358 40 51 23 131Jani +358 400 223 142

21 LUCKY RANCHLucky Ranch is a western riding ranch where you can find accommodation and program services. We also offer canoeing, hiking, moun-tain biking and fishing tours. Pyhäjärvi village is worth to see and it is just next to lake and Pyhä-Luosto National park.Opening hours: Mon–Sun 10 am – 6 pmContact details: Lucky RanchPyhäntie 1210, 98530 PyhätunturiTel. +358 40 754 0683antti@luckyranch.fiwww.luckyranch.fi

22 KAIRANKUTSU – CALL OF THE WILDERNESSKairankutsu’s values and tours are based on the unique Lappish nature and culture. Our tours take you to the magnificent historical riverside villages of Lapland; villages Suvanto, Pyhäjärvi, Kairala, Luiro and Pelkosenniemi. We organize various nature tours and customize tours accord-ing to the client’s wishes. ”Our nature tours cre-ate great memories”Opening hours: Daily 9 am – 10 pmContact information: Eero Fisk, Kiehistie 2, 98530 Pyhätunturi. Tel. +358 400 703 324eero.fisk@gmail.com, www.kairankutsu.fi

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DESTINATIONS IN KEMIJÄRVI:

Kemijärvi offers silence and high quality of life as a counterbalance to our busy and increasingly hectic daily rhythms. The natural environment around Kemijärvi invites you to fish, hunt and go boating or hiking, for example. The unique city of Kemijärvi is surrounded by scenic waters and hills, with the Suomu fell adding to the city’s outdoor services. You can also enjoy Kemijärvi’s offering in the summer!

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23 ART STUDIO PMHPirkko Mäkelä-Haapalinna is an interna-tionally recognised and awarded artist from Kemijärvi, who mostly paints with pastels. Visit the art studio located along a beautiful lake shore and hear the artist herself explain the histories and meanings of her artwork. Open: By appointment.Contact information: Kelloniementie 549, 98100 Kemijärvi Tel. +358 (0)40 189 4916www.pmhdesign.fi or info@pmhdesign.fi

24 KEMIJÄRVI CHURCH, THE OLD CLOCK TOWER, AND PINE-FLOGGING SPOTKemijärvi’s forth church designed by Bertel Liljeqvist was built in 1951 on the site of a church which had been burned down in the war. The altarpiece was painted by Aale Hakala and Uuno Särkelä, and the bark paintings, are by Antti Salmenlinna. Within the grounds of the church there is a Kalervo Kallio statue (1956), a Freedom War memorial (by Emil Wickström 1925) to those who died for the Finnish cause and to the those who stayed in Karelia after it became Russian territory.Contact information: Kirkkokatu, 98100 KemijärviTel. +358 (0)400 802 270www.visitkemijarvi.fi

25 ART CENTER PUUSTELLIThe valuable and old Puustelli, located in Särkikangas, is a lively destination for cultural tourists interested in art. The gallery displays a permanent exhibition called Sculptures of the International Sculpture Week from Differ-ent Years. Contact information: Pöyliöjärventie 12, 98120 KemijärviTel. + 358 (0)40 579 1644www.kemijarvi.fi/puustellinjuhlahuoneistowww.visitkemijarvi.fi

26 KEMIJÄRVI REGIONAL MUSEUM Come and learn about the lives of peasants and traditional trades from the turn of the 18th and 19th centuries. In addition to the impres-sive main building, the museum has many other buildings typical of the era. The monument of Hannes Gebhard, the pioneer of the Finnish co-operative movement, is located close-by, on the same spot his birth home was located. Contact information: Sepänkatu 4, 98120 KemijärviTel. +358 (0)40 503 9591www.visitkemijarvi.fi

27 SPA – SWIMMING POOL POUKAMASpa Poukama offers relaxation and refresh-ment for the entire family. Several pools both for adults and children. 4 saunas + a steam room. 2 gyms, entrance included in the ticket price. The spa also includes companies offer-ing massage and other treatment services, as well as a salt room. There is also a tennis court next to Spa Poukama.Open: see www.kemijarvi.fi/poukamaContact information:Värjärintie 6, 98100 KemijärviTel. +358 (0)40 776 9411www.kemijarvi.fi/poukama www.visitkemijarvi.fi

Tennis court is open during the summer season.Address: Värjärintie 6, 98100 Kemijärvi.Contact information and reservations:Kemijärven Tennisseura ryJarmo KarjalainenTel. + 358 (0)40 835 5864

28 BEACHThe city beach is located close to the city center, on the shores of the beautiful Lake Pöyliöjärvi. The great sandy beach and the surrounding green area invite you in. Contact information: Uimarannantie, 98100 Kemijärvi

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29 KEMIJÄRVI TOURIST INFORMATIONWelcome to see our tourist information, which operates in connection with the customer ser-vice office Sortteeri of the City of Kemijärvi. In the same building you will meet the characters Jetsu, Rauni and Aimo, which have become fa-mous from the television series called Taivaan Tulet. At the same time, you can see a photo exhibition of the series and purchase Taivaan Tulet products. We are happy to help you with anything related to your holiday. We give advice on reserving accommodation and programme services. You can also purchase local design products here to take with you. Open: see www.visitkemijarvi.fi Contact information: Vapaudenkatu 8, Ground floor, 98100 Kemijärvi www.visitkemijarvi.fi info.visit@kemijarvi.fi Tel. +358 (0)40 189 2050

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FISHINGLake Kemijärvi is rich in fish, and the surrounding rivers, lakes and forest ponds are a fisher’s para-dise. Our guides will lead you to the best fishing spots and provide you with all the services you need for a successful day of fishing. Winter fish-ing activities include ice fishing excursions and fishing demonstrations by professional fishers. SEE FOR MORE: www.visitkemijarvi.fi

THE NATURE AND HIKING TRAILS AROUND KEMIJÄRVI AND THE SUOMU FELLThose seeking peace and a better quality of life as a counterbalance to their increasingly busy everyday lives will find what they are looking for in Kemijärvi and on the Suomu fell. Nature is always nearby in a town surrounded by forests and fells. The city is characterised by water in various forms – in the summer, light sparkles on the waves of the lake. Lake Kem-ijärvi and the Suomu fell are surrounded by several nature and hiking trails. Simply follow them to feel close to nature and be enveloped in the peace of the great outdoors.

SEE FOR MORE: www.visitkemijarvi.fiPS. To use the trail map on your mobile device, you will need the Nomadi application. You can download it at app.citynomadi.com. A useful application will guide you on the trails.

30 KOTAVAARA OBSERVATION TOWER Located in the village of Puikkola, the Kotavaara Observation Tower offers breathtaking views of the distant fells: Pyhä-Luosto in the north and the Suomu fell in the east. An observer can view beautiful hills and rural landscapes as far as the eye can see – not to mention the entire city of Kemijärvi. A three-story tower just a short walk away is ideal for activities such as birdwatching. There is also a lean-to shelter and a campfire site close to the tower. Driving instructions: About 10 kilometres from Kemijärvi towards Salla, then turn leftStreet address: Puikkolantie, 98400 Kemijärvi

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