Finland in winter, five reasons to love it even in the coldest season, activities and things not to miss, how to prepare for the cold and why visit it also in January.
Go to Finland vacation in winter it might sound crazy. The temperature can reach twenty degrees below zero and snow is everywhere. The sun rises at around 9 am and sets around 15 pm. Very few hours of light a day.
And one expects a vacation in darkness and desolation. And instead, after having been there just a month ago, I can tell you that it was an unforgettable journey. Certainly different from any other experience I have had so far.
A journey in which I was able to try for the first time a series of activities that I never even imagined existed. I have seen landscapes that remember Christmas atmospheres and relax the soul and at the same time I enjoyed myself as a child.
And I assure you that even if you are not a lover of cold and snow, you will probably change your mind after seeing Finland in winter.
5 reasons to love Finland in winter
Here are the reasons why I recommend a holiday in Nordic Finland during the cold season.
1. Everywhere there is a sauna to warm up
Did you know that in Finland there are over 3 million saunas? Many people have it at home, others in the holiday cottage. And then there are the public saunas and those in hotels and resorts. Wherever you are, you will have the opportunity to warm up from the freezing temperatures with a nice sauna session. And after that, Finns usually roll around in the snow or take a dip in the sea / lake water. So, to restore yourself. Would you have the courage to try?
2. With the right clothing the cold is not a problem
Really, I can say that I suffered less cold in Finland in winter than in the Po Valley during autumn. Obviously, clothing is very important. Packing t-shirts, pants and thermal jackets will help you enjoy your holidays without suffering from the cold.
3. You can skate on frozen lakes
At first it is a bit scary, you fear that the ice could break under your feet. In fact, when it reaches a certain thickness, it can also be easily plowed by cars. And so many frozen lakes become gods huge ice rinks where to practice this sport in the middle of nature. It is beautiful because it gives a great feeling of freedom.
4. Driving a quad in the snow is fun
I had tried the quad so far only on the road. But driving it on the snowy expanses of Finland in winter is a unique fun. Especially where there are no obstacles, no constructions but only huge snow-covered spaces. It is also very easy to drive.
5. Sleeping in a cottage with the snow outside is a dream
Sleeping in one of the typical Finnish wooden cottages it is a truly romantic experience. These buildings, usually in the middle of the forest, are welcoming and warm. And watching the whitewashed trees and the snow falling through the windows, puts you at peace with the world.
