Top 10 spots for aurora hunting in Rovaniemi

Here comes the best 10 spots which will guide you for aurora hunting in Rovaniemi. This is just a quick guide about the places.

1. Arktikum: Arktikum or the Arctic Center and its surround area is a great place. The place is just beside the river and views are great even a lot of light pollution.
2. Jätkänkynttilä bridge: Any side of the bridge is good to catch aurora.
3. Ounasvaara: Take a small hike and you reach at the top of a hill and whole city view with aurora is just amazing,
4. Norvajärvi: This lake is about 14 km from the city center and also a popular place for aurora hunting.
5. Olkkajärvi: This place is close to the Santa Claus village and a good spot.

1. Vaattunkiköngäs: This is the Arctic Circle hiking area and there are different fire places and spots.
2. Ounaspalvijonki: About three km from the city center and a good place to see the night sky.
3. Alakorkalon laavu: About five km from the city center. There’s a fire place beside the river.
4. Syväsenvaara Fell: The Place is close Santa Claus Village and Santa Park/ Arctic Tree House Hotel.
5. Lehtojärvi: Arctic Snow hotel is situated here and also a great place to see the northern lights. Its about 28 km from the city center.

Best of Luck with the Aurora hunting!

By Jasim Sarker