Travelogues Finland
Vacation in Finland : Highlights & Travel Tips
Finland offers travelers a rare mix of pristine nature, thoughtful design, and deep-rooted traditions that feel both peaceful and adventurous. Known as the Land of a Thousand Lakes, it is especially special for those seeking clean air, vast forests, and a strong connection to the outdoors, whether under the midnight sun of summer or the snowy silence of winter. Cities like Helsinki add another layer with striking modern architecture, excellent museums, and a creative food scene, while Finnish sauna culture gives visitors a uniquely local way to relax and connect with everyday life.
Key highlights include exploring Helsinki’s waterfront neighborhoods and design districts, cruising or kayaking among the lake regions, and heading north to Lapland for reindeer farms, husky safaris, and chances to see the Northern Lights. In summer, hiking, cycling, and island-hopping are especially rewarding, while winter brings skiing, snowshoeing, and cozy cabin stays. Practical tips: pack in layers year-round, as conditions can change quickly; book Lapland accommodations well in advance during peak winter season; and use Finland’s efficient trains and domestic flights to cover long distances. Travelers should also be prepared for high prices, but the country’s safety, infrastructure, and quality experiences make it an easy and rewarding destination.
Best time to travel Finland
The best time to visit Finland is June and August, which have the highest travel popularity and offer long daylight hours, mild weather, and excellent conditions for lakes, hiking, city exploring, and outdoor festivals. October is also a strong choice for autumn colors and a quieter atmosphere, while March can appeal to winter travelers looking for snow activities with more daylight.
Latest travel reports from Finland
The Finnish way
(14.-15.02.) A huge bonus of a longer city trip is (at least we feel that way) the opportunity to leave the city behind and explore the nature of the country in a relatively...
Nordic cold and Finnish local color
We knew it would be cold. But we actually had no idea. The bright blue sky and a beautiful winter sun deceive us into thinking it’s cheerful spring weather. Even though my...
To Helsinki!
Flexible Holiday Day
Day 4: Welcome to Finland – Sauna, Time Travel, and the Mosquito Invasion
Today was a day of contrasts. We started in Umeå with perfect weather and ended in Finland in a sauna – and in a battle against tiny bloodsuckers. But let's take it step by step.
Farewell to Finland – Between Rain, Sauna, and Sámi Culture
Step at the Camp
Detours and Santa Claus
The next day brings us to Oulanka National Park and on a hike on the famous Bear Trail. We were supposed to see a waterfall as the highlight – but thanks to the park guide's...
Bears, Reindeer, and an Earworm
Hiking trails through dense forests, prehistoric rock paintings – and as a highlight, an unforgettable evening of bear watching near the Russian border.
Lake Wonderland
The next morning we start late into the day. A long breakfast under the roof of the outdoor kitchen, while a light drizzle still falls. Luckily, our next camp is only 30 minutes...
The children need to get some fresh air - Lakeland Finland
Two days in Helsinki – crowded streets, busy cafés, so many people. It was lovely, but now we’re craving the opposite: silence, open skies, water without harbor cranes. That’s...
Two days in Helsinki
We park at one of the many park-and-ride lots and take the train to the central station. From there, we head straight for the harbor, which is said to be especially beautiful....
A Finnish welcome
We changed our plans again – lucky for us that we’re both so flexible. When booking the ferry, we noticed a warning that due to an international dog show in Helsinki, there might...
Hello, off to the south
##English Version below## Still overwhelmed Exactly two weeks ago, I stood at the northern edge of Europe. I still can't believe how many kilometers I have driven, the...
Ferry ride to Helsinki
In 30 hours, on the ferry, I cover approximately the same distance that I have traveled so far on my E-Bike. After a long wait in Travemünde, I was picked up exactly at 11 PM by...
Helsinki - Porvoo - Turku
And our hop-on-hop-off journey continued. Our destination for the day: Turku. First, however, we headed east. Porvoo, the second oldest city in Finland, was on our travel list....
Helsinki
Helsinki also has many beautiful spots, sights, and shopping opportunities 😉. The children have put together a city tour and selected many interesting places. Rock Church...
Helsinki
So today is day 1 in Helsinki. The public transport network here is so well developed that we've left the car at the hotel. Our first stop was the Olympic Stadium. Built in...
Tallinn - Helsinki
After many beautiful impressions, it was time to say goodbye to the Baltics. We really enjoyed it; each of the three countries had its own unique features. It was definitely...
Helsinki/Finland
3.8.2024 Helsinki I had also booked a tour with Cecilia for today. We gathered and disembarked around 9:00 AM. A tour guide awaited us, who had grown up in Brazil, lived in...
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Day 17 Helsinki Ateneum & return flight
Bye Bye Finland
Tag 16 Sightseeing Helsinki
Helsinki & strange encounters
Day 15 Wind shear and snow storm in Helsinki
Wind shear, wake turbulence & snowstorm: Welcome to Helsinki
Day 13 Skiing in Saariselkä or: We share the slopes with wolves!?
On to the last leg Saariselkä - Rovaniemi
Tag 12 Skiing in Saariselkä
Dream weather and lonely slopes
Day 11 Husky sledding & tobogganing fun in Saariselkä
Day 11 1.4.2024 Blue skies & sunshine...... April Fools' Day! Unfortunately not - but: it snowed again (oh miracle) at night and now (contrary to yesterday's weather...
Day 10 Winter Wonderland & sleigh fun in Ivalo
Fun in the snow
Day 9 Off to the far north to Inari!
250 km north of the Arctic Circle via Inari to Ivalo
Day 8 Snowmobile tour & reindeer sleigh ride in Levi
Fun Fact: Santa’s reindeer must be female!
Day 7 Snowdrifts, Snow Village & deep snow skiing in Ylläs
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