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Things to see in Äkäslompolo (Finland): 26 places and when to go
Äkäslompolo is a town in Finland, and this site lists 26 places in and around it, mainly Hiking (19), Nature (4), Mountains (3). The best known are Ylläs, Kellostapuli and Kuertunturi. The best time to come is June to September; also possible: December to May and October. In June there are 24 h of daylight, and in December, 0 h. Here is what there is, when to go, how to get there and what else is nearby.
In a nutshell
- Where
- Finland · 67.6898, 24.2071
- Places
- 26 places on this site, in the town and around it.
- What people come for
- Hiking (19) · Nature (4) · Mountains (3) · Snow (2) · Wildlife (1) · Hot springs (1)
- Best time
- June to September.
- Also possible
- December to May and October.
- Nearest airport
- RVN Rovaniemi, 144 km as the crow flies
- Highest point
- Ylläs, at 719 m.
What to see in Äkäslompolo
The places in and around Äkäslompolo, best known first, each with its own page: what it is, when to go and what is next to it. Distances are from the centre, as the crow flies.
- YlläsFell in Kolari, Finland14 km
- KellostapuliHill in Kolari, Finland11 km
- KuertunturiSummit11 km
- Aakenusjärvi Lapp HutHiking14 km
- AakenustupaHiking13 km
- Haavepalo Lapp HutHiking12 km
- Karhukota Lapp HutHiking8.0 km
- Kesänkijärvi kotaHiking10 km
- Kutujärvi Open Wilderness HutHiking1.2 km
- Ojanlatva Day Trip HutHiking15 km
- Pahtavuoma Wilderness HutHiking13 km
- Pallas-Ylläs Hiking RouteHiking14 km
- Pyhäjärvi kotaHiking6.7 km
- Pyhäjärvi Wilderness HutHiking7.2 km
- Restricted area: VarkaankuruProtected area11 km
- Ruonaoja kotaHiking20 km
- Saaga SpaHot spring bath16 km
- Saivonkierros Lapp HutHiking3.0 km
- Tahkokuru Campfire HutHiking8.5 km
- Tammitupa Day Trip HutHiking11 km
- Tuomikuru Lapp HutHiking14 km
- Varkaankuru Lapp HutHiking12 km
- Villenkämppä Day Trip HutHiking15 km
- Ylläs-Levi kesäreittiHiking12 km
And the other 2, by what you come to do:
When to go to Äkäslompolo
The best time to visit Äkäslompolo is June to September; also possible: December to May and October. This comes from its own places: a month counts as the town's best time when it is the best time for half of what there is to see.
- JanPossible2:28
- FebPossible7:19
- MarPossible11:05
- AprPossible15:11
- MayPossible19:28
- JunBest time24:00
- JulBest time21:51
- AugBest time16:54
- SepBest time12:43
- OctPossible8:45
- NovBetter not4:18
- DecPossible0:00
Best timePossibleBetter notHours of daylight
In June there are 24 h of daylight, and in December, 0 h. In June, 24 of the 26 places are at their best.
When to go to Finland in general, with its festivals and peak seasons, is in its country guide.
Getting to Äkäslompolo
The nearest main airport is Rovaniemi Airport (RVN, Rovaniemi), 144 km as the crow flies. How to get around Finland (train, car, bus) is in its country guide, and what to sort out before you leave is in its checklist.
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Other towns nearby
- Muonio17 places28 km
- Hetta11 places81 km
- Sodankylä10 places106 km
- Lemmenjoki9 places130 km
- Enontekiö6 places144 km
- Rovaniemi17 places148 km
And all of Finland, in its country guide.
Frequently asked questions
What is there to see in Äkäslompolo?
The best known: Ylläs, Kellostapuli, Kuertunturi. In all, 26 places in the town and around it, all on your trip map from day one.
When is the best time to visit Äkäslompolo?
June to September; also possible: December to May and October. In June there are 24 h of daylight, and in December, 0 h.
How do you get to Äkäslompolo?
The nearest main airport is Rovaniemi Airport (RVN), 144 km away. From there, directions opens the route on the map.
How do I add it to my trip?
Create a trip with Äkäslompolo as the destination and these 26 places are on your map, each with its category. The ones you like go into a day's plan with one tap, and Kokai reminds you when you pass nearby.
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