Enontekiö offers great experiences in the Finnish Fell Lapland on the borders of Sweden and Norway. All the summits of over 1000 meters are awe-inspiring, the rivers attract fishermen and their lures and the vast wilderness areas invite you to forget the hustle and bustle of everyday life. Conquer the Saana Fell near the village of Kilpisjärvi. At the Pyhäkero summit of Ounastunturi you can travel travel through time into the past by visiting the ruins of a former ski lodge. The vast and endless-looking horizon evokes the mind. Here you'll find the only great fells in Finland. Many travellers and hikers dream about the path from Näkkälä to Kalmakaltio across the Pöyrisjärvi wilderness. The marked Hetta-Pallas hiking trail in Pallas-Yllästunturi National Park is legendary - and not without a reason. Travel by sitting in a canoe on the water and paddle. Or do you dream of cathing a trout or an arctic char from one of the numerous rivers in Enontekiö? The locations near the border can also be reached by a hydroplane and by helicopter if there is not enough time for a long hike. What about the northern lights! In Enontekiö the northern lights appear on three nights out of four. Early fall is one of the best times to look up to the skies. During a nightless night, the darkness doesn't bother photographers. In Hetta and Kilpisjärvi you will find grocery stores. It is said that what you do not find at these stores, you do not need. Maybe it's time for you to test this theory! There is a variety of restaurants in both villages and along the way you can stop for a coffee at the homely roadside cafés. Metsähallitus nature centers also offer service in Hetta and Kilpisjärvi. You can get to know the Sámi culture of the area and get tips on great places worth exploring. The possibilities for activities are vast and with the correct rental equipment you can easily make a spontaneus decision to explore the forests and fells. The wilderness is close to you too! More inspiration for those about to visit Enontekiö and information about transport from TosiLapin website. Photo: Satu Angeli / Municipality of Enontekiö
