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Things to see in Kemijärvi (Finland): 5 places and when to go
Kemijärvi is a town in Finland, and this site lists 5 places in and around it, mainly Temples (2), Nature (2), Mountains (1). The best known are Kemijärvi Church, Hyypiönkukkura and Kaisanlahti. The best time to come is December to March and June to September; also possible: April to May and October. In June there are 23 h 36 of daylight, and in December, 0 h 13. Here is what there is, when to go, how to get there and what else is nearby.
In a nutshell
- Where
- Finland · 66.6667, 27.4167
- Places
- 5 places on this site, in the town and around it.
- What people come for
- Temples (2) · Nature (2) · Mountains (1) · Museums and art (1)
- Best time
- December to March and June to September.
- Also possible
- April to May and October.
- Nearest airport
- RVN Rovaniemi, 71 km as the crow flies
What to see in Kemijärvi
The places in and around Kemijärvi, 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.
When to go to Kemijärvi
The best time to visit Kemijärvi is December to March and June to September; also possible: April 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.
- JanBest time3:25
- FebBest time7:35
- MarBest time11:08
- AprPossible15:01
- MayPossible18:56
- JunBest time23:36
- JulBest time20:48
- AugBest time16:37
- SepBest time12:41
- OctPossible8:55
- NovBetter not4:51
- DecBest time0:13
Best timePossibleBetter notHours of daylight
In June there are 23 h 36 of daylight, and in December, 0 h 13. In June, 5 of the 5 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 Kemijärvi
The nearest main airport is Rovaniemi Airport (RVN, Rovaniemi), 71 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
- Pyhätunturi21 places40 km
- Posio13 places62 km
- Hautajärvi5 places74 km
- Rovaniemi17 places77 km
- Sodankylä10 places91 km
- Kuusamo11 places100 km
And all of Finland, in its country guide.
Frequently asked questions
What is there to see in Kemijärvi?
The best known: Kemijärvi Church, Hyypiönkukkura, Kaisanlahti, Kemijärvi Local History Museum, Kemijärven Siion. In all, 5 places in the town and around it, all on your trip map from day one.
When is the best time to visit Kemijärvi?
December to March and June to September; also possible: April to May and October. In June there are 23 h 36 of daylight, and in December, 0 h 13.
How do you get to Kemijärvi?
The nearest main airport is Rovaniemi Airport (RVN), 71 km away. From there, directions opens the route on the map.
How do I add it to my trip?
Create a trip with Kemijärvi as the destination and these 5 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.
Keep reading
- FinlandBefore travelling to Finland: 6 things worth sorting out, each with its deadline. For Spanish citizens, a Spanish ID card (DNI) is enough to get in.
- Temples658 places for temples in Finland, from Helsinki Cathedral to spots hardly anyone knows. Best time: December to March and June to September. Each with its own season by
- Where to travelPick what you fancy (mountains, beaches, museums…) and the months you have free, and Kokai tells you which countries to go to and what to see there.
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