Attractions in Salla
Aside from the breathtaking scenery, those interested in culture and history will enjoy the Salla Museum of War and Reconstruction, as well as the War Memorials and monuments in Salla region. You can even go on an Eastern Lapland Cultural History Tour; the regions of Salla, Kemijärvi, Savukoski, and Pelkosenniemi-Pyhätunturi provide a diverse choice of cultural locations.
War and Reconstruction Museum and Rajakievari
Savukoskentie 12, 98900 Salla
mueso@salla.fi
+358 405790762
War memorials
There can be found several war memorials in the teritorry of Salla, which remind to the second world war espcially in 1940.
Giant’s kettles in Aholanvaara
Giant’s kettles are call huge holes in the ground, now filled with water. They emerged during the end of the last ice age when the melting water of glaciers took huge rocks down, which carved in the rocks.
Tuntsa Wilderness Area
The Tuntsa Wilderness Area is a great place for hikes and enjoying time outdoors. The easiest way to explore the area is to follow the UKK hiking trail.
Riutukka log-driving camp
Raakuntie 500, 98720 Kemijärvi
Onkamo Lookout
Enjoy beautiful views over the Onkamojärvi lake.
Salla’s Waterfalls
Visit finnish natures beauty at three different waterfalls in Salla.
Kullaoja Falls
Salmijoen Kuru (gorge)
Pahaojankuru (gorge)
More information you can find here
Salla Church
Tennontie 5, 98900 Salla
Oulanka National Park
Oulanka nationlpark is full of stunning waterfalls, unique landscape, maked hiking trails and even a few hanging bridges. A great opportunity to enjoy Lapland outdoor.
Oulanka Visitor Centre
Get to know about trail opportunities and nature in the visitor centre of Oulanka Nationalpark.
Liikasenvaarantie 132, 93900 Kuusamo
oulanka@metsa.fi
+35820 6396850
