Pyhä-Luosto National Park: Where Ancient Fells Meet Untamed Wilderness
Explore Finland's Pyhä-Luosto National Park: Ancient fells, diverse trails, and pristine Lapland wilderness await!
Pyhä-Luosto National Park in Finnish Lapland is a unique blend of geological history and natural beauty. Established in 2005 by joining Pyhätunturi National Park (1938) and the Luosto area, it features Finland's southernmost fell chain, old-growth forests, and diverse hiking trails for year-round exploration.
A brief summary to Pyhä-Luosto National Park
- Pelkosenniemi, FI
- +358206397302
- Visit website
Local tips
- Visit the Naava Visitor Centre in Pyhä for trail information, maps, and insights into the park's natural and cultural history.
- Pack sturdy hiking boots, especially if tackling the rocky trails to Noitatunturi or Ukko-Luosto.
- In winter, rent winter clothing to stay warm and enjoy activities like snowshoeing and cross-country skiing.
- Check bus schedules in advance, as service frequency varies depending on the season.
- Bring your own toilet paper and matches when using the rest stops along the trails.
Getting There
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Public Transport
From Rovaniemi Airport (RVN) or Rovaniemi train station, take a bus to either Pyhä or Luosto. Buses run daily, with a journey time of approximately 1.5-2 hours from Rovaniemi to Pyhä-Luosto. Check Matkahuolto's website for the most up-to-date timetables and ticket information. A single bus ticket from Rovaniemi to Pyhä or Luosto typically costs between €15-€30. From either Pyhä or Luosto, local buses or taxis can be used to reach specific trailheads or accommodations.
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Taxi
From Rovaniemi Airport (RVN), a taxi to Pyhä-Luosto National Park costs approximately €150-€250, depending on the destination within the park and the taxi company. The journey takes around 1.5 hours. Taxis are available outside the airport terminal, or can be pre-booked. Within Pyhä or Luosto, taxis can be used to access trailheads or accommodations. Short taxi rides within the villages typically cost €20-€40.
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Iconic landmarks you can’t miss
Luostotunturit
5.4 km
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Pyhätunturi
12.7 km
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Northern Lights Village Pyhä
12.8 km
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Pyhä-Luoston Matkailuyhdistys Ry
16.2 km
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Pyhä Ski Resort
16.2 km
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Pyhä Husky Farm
21.6 km
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Vaattunki Wilderness Resort
64.8 km
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Santa's Igloos Arctic Circle
76.0 km
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Arctic Circle Line
76.4 km
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Mrs. Santa Claus Christmas Cottage
76.4 km
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Santa Claus Reindeer
76.4 km
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Santa Claus
76.5 km
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MunPolku MyTrail
77.6 km
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Drive lapland Safaris
78.0 km
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Kuninkaanlaavu Lean-to
78.7 km
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Unmissable attractions to see
Pyhälampi Day-use Hut
1.9 km
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Lampivaaran Ametistikaivos, Pyhä-Luosto, Lappi
3.9 km
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Luosto
5.4 km
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Arctic Husky Farm
5.5 km
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Aurora House
8.0 km
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Ukko-Luosto Scenic Hut, Day-use Hut
8.2 km
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Ahvenlampi Campfire Place
8.3 km
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Peurakero
11.5 km
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Karhunjuomalampi
13.2 km
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Aittakuru Gorge
14.9 km
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Huttu-Ukko Art Route
15.0 km
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Pyhäkuru Adventure Park
15.4 km
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Pyhä-Luosto Visitor and Culture Center Naava
16.2 km
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Seipäniva
23.8 km
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Unarinköngäs
48.2 km
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Essential places to dine
Keloravintola Lapland Hotels Luostotunturi
7.6 km
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Ravintola Aurora
7.7 km
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Luoston Hovi
7.8 km
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Restaurant Punakettu
7.9 km
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Luostotunturi restaurant
8.0 km
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Restaurant Vaisko
8.1 km
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Café Uksakka
8.2 km
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Ravintola Tsokka
14.9 km
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Huttuhippu
15.8 km
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Ravintola Pyhän Uula
16.0 km
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Restaurant Aitta
68.8 km
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Restaurant Forest Manor
76.1 km
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Santa's Salmon Place
76.1 km
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Santa´s Pizza & Burger
76.2 km
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Santamus
76.2 km
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Markets, malls and hidden boutiques
Lumikki living
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Aurora Design
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AL-Mig Hitsaus Oy sourvenirs
8.1 km
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Harianna
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Luoston Kauppa
8.1 km
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K-Market Pyhätunturi
16.2 km
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Pikku Kieppi
16.2 km
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Rakkapuoti
16.2 km
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Lettovilla Ky Lahjatavaraliike
16.2 km
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Ilona - Pienoistavaratalo
16.2 km
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K-Market Särkikangas
45.5 km
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Tehdas-Asu Kemijärvi
46.6 km
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Paapero
46.7 km
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Lapin Aika
46.8 km
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LVI Kemppi Oy
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Essential bars & hidden hideouts
Karhu
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Ravintola Aihki
13.0 km
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Hanki Baari Pyhä
14.3 km
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Calle-talo Pyhätunturi
15.6 km
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Camp Kitchen & Bar Pyhätunturi
15.7 km
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Pyhä Igloos
16.0 km
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Sportbar Pyhä
16.2 km
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Lapin leiskun pirtti
51.3 km
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Loft Cocktail Lounge
76.3 km
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Nallen Pub
78.7 km
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Sinetän kyläkrouvi
80.2 km
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Lapland Hotels Sky Ounasvaara
81.6 km
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Tuparavintola Huppeli
82.5 km
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Pub Iloinen Ilves
83.1 km
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Rovaniemen Oluthuone
83.1 km
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