Frozen Canyons, Ceramics & Hidden Wilderness. Top attractions, local tips and how to reach Posio in Finnish Lapland.
Frozen Canyons, Ceramics & Hidden Wilderness
Green canyons, ceramics, and hidden wilderness
An easy detour between Rovaniemi and Kuusamo, on the clear waters of Lake Kitka.
Lapland's hidden gem, off the beaten track with no ski-resort queues or crowds. Here you will find the frozen waterfalls of Korouoma Canyon, the Pentik ceramics factory, and the snow-crowned trees of Riisitunturi.
January–March for frozen waterfalls. September for ruska. Year-round for Pentik.
Drive from Rovaniemi (130 km, 1.5h) or Kuusamo (100 km, 1.5h). No flights, nearest airports: Rovaniemi, Kuusamo. Limited bus service.
A dramatic gorge with frozen waterfalls up to 60 metres tall in winter. Ice climbing, snowshoeing, and cross-country skiing through the canyon. One of Finland's most spectacular winter landscapes.
Finland's most famous ceramics brand started here. The original Pentik factory, shop, and café in a beautiful fell setting. Pottery workshops, exhibitions, and outlet shopping.
Snow-crowned trees (tykky) that look like frozen giants. Short trails to the fell summit offer some of the most photographed winter scenes in Finland. Surreal at sunrise.
Korouoma's frozen waterfalls are Finland's premier ice climbing destination. Guided sessions available for beginners and experienced climbers. Equipment provided.
A large, quiet lake surrounded by forest. Fishing, canoeing in summer. Ice fishing in winter. Far from tourist crowds, authentic Finnish lake life.
A preserved 19th-century farmstead in the wilderness. Authentic log buildings, exhibitions about traditional Lapland farming. Step back in time.
Frozen canyons, ceramics, and zero crowds