Kilpisjarvi

Kilpisjärvi can be found in the far north-western point of Finland. The village is one of the largest in the region with regards to surface area, but it has a very small permanent population of approximately 100 residents. It lies in the shadow of the mighty Saana Fell, arguably one of the most iconic peaks in Lapland, and is located close to the shores of Lake Kilpisjärvi, offering sweeping views of the Arctic tundra with views across to Sweden.

Kilpisjärvi’s location is iconic due to its proximity to the ‘three-country border point’, a monument at the point where Finland, Sweden and Norway meet. This is located about 3km from the northwest tip of Lake Kilpisjärvi.

The village has an oceanic climate affected by its northern location and altitude of over 400 metres above sea level. It is also less than 50 kilometres from the Arctic Ocean. The ground is usually covered with snow from September or October to early June and with patches of snow found on the surrounding fells all year round.

The village and surrounding areas offer a perfect location for stargazing due to their dark sky location and lack of light pollution. The milky way is often visible to the naked eye and when the northern lights make an appearance, you experience a magical light show like no other.

The region offers the ideal setting to enjoy a variety of activities and excursions along with traditional and authentic accommodation options. Kilpisjärvi, with its free roaming reindeer herds ambling unhurriedly by the village, is an enchanting place which we know you will love as much as we do.