-Feel the Arctic Year Round-
Travel Guide 2019
Welcome to Sea Lapland The two cities and three municipality forms the Sea Lapland area: the twin city TornioHaparanda, the city of Kemi, and the communes of Keminmaa, Simo and Tervola.
There are three salmon rivers in the region: the Simo, Kemi and Tornio Rivers, all flowing down to the Gulf of Bothnia. The various areas in Sea Lapland all have different features, but together they form a unique destination.
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The industry, developed and refined from the natural resources of Lapland, alongside with the many-sided cultural history in the region, are the basis for the wealth and well-being of the people in Sea Lapland.
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Events in Sea Lapland 2019 DECEMBER 31 Happy New Twice. New Year’s celebration on the border JANUARY 19 Kemi SnowCastle opening FEBRUARY 19 All Year Round Kemi SnowCastle opening MARCH 2 5 16 29/31
SnowCross SM 2019, Laivakangas, Tornio Kemi 150 years, more info about the jubilee year events on the web page: www.kemi.fi/kemi-150 Sea Laplan Trail event Tornio Ice-fishing event
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RajaRun 2018 – TornioHaparanda Saunamarathon, Hovilompolo, Karunki
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Midsummer Night Festival, Kukkolaforssen, TornioHaparanda Sea Lapland Island days KalottJazz & Blues Festival, Tornio Peräpohjola historical Market, Tornio Cross Lapland Marathon, Tervola
JULY 7 12/21 11 25 28/29
SatamaRun, Kemi Easy Living, Kemi Wheels Classic Motor Meet Nationals HaparandaTornio Marathon cyckling. Kilpisjärvi-Tornio Whitefish festival, Kukkola
AUGUST 3/4 17 24/25 24 29/-1/9
Satama Open Air, Kemi Day of National Rivers, Kukkola, Tornio Craft-and countryside fair Tervola Veneziaden, Kemi & Tornio International food market, Tornio
To do p. 4-13 Flavors p. 14-15 Accommodation p. 16-25 Shopping p. 26-29 Transfers p. 32 Culture p. 33-35
KEMI CARD/ Tips for travellers at Kemi area look page 30-31
HAPARANDATORNIO TOURIST INFORMATION Travel center, Krannigatan 5, 95336 Haparanda, Sweden info@haparandatornio.com www.visithaparandatornio.com
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Kemi all-year-round SnowCastle
SnowCastle is open every day from the year 2019 Visitors in Kemi, located in Sea Lapland, can experience the winter wonderland every day of the year from 2019 when the all-year-round SnowCastle main building opens it’s doors. Kemi has a long history of building huge castles, totally made of snow and ice. Until now this snowy attraction has been available from January to April. The new massive main building, however, will offer versatile services for the honoured guests throughout the year. There will be the famous and award-winning SnowRestaurant where you can
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enjoy a meal by the ice tables in -5 degrees celsius. There are served delicious hot 3-course meals with drinks in glasses made of ice. Gorgeous snow sculptures, one more beautiful than the other, decorate the shimmering white walls. Amazing white weddings can also be arranged both in winter and summer time. Additionally to these “cool” experiences, arctic delicacies are served in the main restaurant. Both à la carte and group menus are served in buffet. The chef has deligned the new menus with local
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and arctic tastes. Sun terrace is open from spring to late autumn to enjoy the midnight sun, autumn colours and even Northern Lights while dining. Ice cream bar introduces SnowCastle`s homemade ice cream to complete the Taste of Snow&Ice experience. To serve the guests even better, there are also arctic wellness and Finnish sauna services and, in addition, conference and meeting room facilities. Safari companies are operating under the same roof.
Icebreaker Sampo
Breaking the ice The former icebreaker Sampo of the Finnish Government, having been transferred into a Cruise Icebreaker, offers an adventure on the frozen sea of the Gulf of Bothnia unlike you’ve never experienced. To see and feel the combination of the majestic steal, hard ice-coverage and
the vast sea, is surely an adventure to be remembered for years to come.
Golf on the border
The 18-hole Tornio Golf Course sits right on the border between Finland and Sweden. The one hour timedifference between the countries enables the golfer for the longest Hole in One on fairway
The wintry adventure on the Sampo, cruising through the frozen, vast open sea, includes a guided tour aboard the ship from the engine room all the way
up to the Captain’s Bridge. During the cruise you have a chance to participate in a daring arctic swimming adventure in ice-cold water, dressed in an impermeable warm survival suit. The homeport of the Cruise Icebreaker at the Port of Ajos in Kemi is also the official homeport of Santa Claus.
6. The hit lasts about an hour and 5 seconds due to the border between the two countries going through the 6th fairway. A unique, and challenging way to play golf, wouldn’t you say?
Tornio Golf Course
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Experience the Ice & Snow all year round
Winter 2019 opens the new snow castle which is open all year round. Versatile premises and innovative services right next to the sea. A real piece of snow and ice is found in the ice-, bar and restaurant with a frost feeling, even in summer. The Snow castle view restaurant has versatile rooms that can be adapted as needed, suitable for both the smaller group and the festive gala-evening. Combine the conference experience with an activity such as snowmobile safaris, icebreaking cruises, midnight sun cruises or northern lights hiking. Relax in our Sauna & Spa or in our fantastic terrace with a view over the sea, or enjoy the house’s own experience Ice-Cream. In the winter, a new snow castle is built as usual, where there is a snow tube, snow hotel and snow cafÊ inside the walls. Year round accommodation in our Seaside Glass Villas.
Experiences invites you to Kemi ! More info: Experience365 / Kemin Matkailu Oy sales@experience365.fi | tel. + 358 16 258878 | www.experience365.fi @Experience365
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Unique Spa treatments all-year-round in Kemi! We open our new Day Spa at all-year-round SnowCastle in Kemi, in February 2019! Our range of services you will find treatments by a beautician; all from beauty to wellness, relaxing massages and experience treatment packages. We have also the one and only saltroom in this area. We use finnish, well-chosen products of professional series in our treatments. Book your own time and come enjoy our relaxing treatments, we are here for You. Welcome to the Sea Lapland Day Spa!
Lumilinnankatu 15, 94100 Kemi www.sealaplanddayspa.com +358 (0)40 544 5185
Beauty. Wellness. Experiences.
Reindeerfarm & Petting zoo Arkadia Welcome to our reindeerfarm and enjoy a reindeer tour with reindeer sled. We have tours of different lengths, we travel through the snowy forest. There is a possibility to take a reindeer driving license. In the area, we have a hub sled (hojakka) a slide and a Lappish hut for 60 persons, here you can enjoy a delicious meal. We arrange different kinds of events. Ask for an offer! In the summertime we have a petting zoo. We have traditional finish pets and also some more exotic species. Café and restaurant Arkadia are open every day in the summer. At winter time we are open by request only. Open 15th of May until the end of August 10 am - 6 pm. In September we are open on Saturdays and Sundays 10 am - 6 pm. Please note: on the 22nd of June we close at 2 pm. kotielainpuistoarkadia@gmail.com www.kotielainpuistoarkadia.fi Saarenrannantie 12, Maksniemi + 358 (0) 40 552 6146 / Päivi
Sea Lapland Travel Guides Visit Sea Lapland guided tours in Kemi and in the Sea Lapland area.
”Book a tour and see more !” More information: info@merilapinmatkailuoppaat.fi facebook.com/merilapinmatkailuoppaat/ + 358 (0) 44 0451 156 www.merilapinmatkailuoppaat.fi www.sealaplandguides.com
Get inspired by our weekly programs SEA LAPLAND SAFARIS Valtakatu 7-9, 94100 Kemi Tel +358 50 3014 173 sales@sealaplandsafaris.com / www.sealaplandsafaris.com
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Unique event center By the Bothnian Bay
TORANDA WORLD Näätsaarentie 241, Tornio +358 (0)400 164 445 sales@torandaevents.com www.torandaworld.com facebook.com/torandaevent/
The restaurant is open after request for groups all year round. We offer quality locations and services for various kinds of occasions. Luxurious lodging and cosy, atmospheric sauna spaces also available!
Sea Lapland Ski Trail Event Kalli - Karunki Sat 16/3-2019. 8.00 a.m Finnish time.
Tickets: 25 € Pre-paid ticket 20 € (purchased before 15/3-2019 at 18. p.m. See on our webpage where you can buy a pre-paid ticket. The ticket includes transport, juice, pickles, and raisins. Children under 13 years old go for FREE! Buffet at the service points/Lappish-hut! Winterfest in Korkiamaa! Children ski competition etc.
Come along! www.meri-lapinlaturetki.fi
Kalli Ski & Outdoor Center Outdoor activities all year round.
+358 (0) 400 175 347 info@outdoorcenterkalli.com On the website more information about our services - www.outdoorcenterkalli.com
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Satama Open Air
Kukkolankoski rapids
Classic Motor Meet
Let it play People in Sea Lapland love the music. By now the internationally renowned event the KalottJazz & Blues Festival is enjoyed by nearly everyone in the region. The rock- and pop music festival the Satama Open Air, lasting for days on end, are the most unique and well-liked summer event. In Sea Lapland everyone knows that you can hear live music every summer week-end. Sea Lapland island Days in the archipelago of the Gulf of Bothnia in July, is event to be enjoyed by the whole family.
We provide excursions to beautiful locations in nature and countryside. • Short hikes to the forest • Experience darkness and silence • Meet the locals • Sauna experience Check our weekly programs on our website! www.arcticemotions.com info@arcticemotions.com +358 (0) 44 238 8977
The Classic Motor Meet gathers hundreds of car collectors from all the Nordic countries to show their well-tuned automobiles in the exhibition in Sea Lapland during July. The Laivakangas Horse Race Track is the place for speed and excitement on many a Sunday: bet the winner! Made in Sea Lapland The cultural heritage of Sea Lapland forms an essential and prominent part in
everyday living in the region. Hand-made candles, lamp fixtures designed of paper, lambskin hides or hand knitted wool products are superb gifts to bring home to. The local meat-, fish- and berry products are delicacies to satisfy the most gourmet person. At the Pohjanranta in Keminmaa you can order wine made of black or red currant grown at the farm. The local unleavened bread and the white fish scooped up from the Tornio River are delicacies not to be missed. The annual River lamprey- and the Traditional whitefish festivities, the Farmers’ Fairs and several other summer and fall fairs, offer food and beverages made of fresh local produce, gathering people to celebrate the events from near and far. Many of the fairs offer entertainment throughout the day, and seasonal products to bring home to.
Music flows at the world´s most peaceful border! Traditional Kalottjazz & Blues festival offers high quality musical experiences at a beautiful open air park area at the border of Finland and Sweden.
Welcome! www.kalottjazzblues.net
Farm escape Escape Room Escape room on a farm, with real animals. Suitable for all ages. Booking on the web www.farmescape.fi Mustajärventie 456, Tornio +358 (0) 50 413 6469 liisa.koivisto@farmescape.fi
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Experience Factory Lappari Great variety of adventures under one roof! Vesaisenkatu 1, Tornio www.lappari.fi/?lang=en
Tornio Brewery
Sports and activity centre Hyvä Fiilis
Book a guided brewery tour and beer tastings for your group. The tour is organized in cooperation with Restaurant Paja. +358 (0) 400 419902 kaj.kostiander@tornionpanimo.fi www.tornionpanimo.fi
Restaurant Paja 1873 After all the activities and touring the brewery you will surely want to enjoy our home-made delicacies satisfying many different tastes. The menu at the Restaurant Paja consists of delicacies made of local produce. You can enter the Restaurant Paja without the entrance ticket to the Park.
Fitness hall • Group exercises Training groups • Sports event coaching & Personal Trainerservices • Nutrition training • Fitness tests and measurements • Program services for businesses. • Children’s training groups • Event and special occasions services Open: Mon-Thu 11 am - 7.30 pm, Fri 11 am - 6 pm, Sat 11 am - 3 pm, Sun 5 pm - 7.30 pm +358 (0) 40 148 3522 info@hyvafiilis.net • www.hyvafiilis.fi
Inquire about group dining + 358 (0) 44 441 1221, info@paja1873.fi, www.paja1873.fi Paja is also the brewery restaurant.
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Romping and playing around is healthy! The new, cool action-packed indoor-activity park. In HaparandaTornio offers endless opportunities for joyful, sporty activities for the whole day.
hungriest playful and sporty persons. The mystic sound and light world creates a unique dimension and an utterly special atmosphere to the Park.
THE DUDESONS ACTIVITY PARK HAPARANDATORNIO +358 (0) 44 441 1220, tornio@dap.fi, www.dap.fi
At the Dudesons Activity Park you will find a huge amount of winter-themed activities providing a good challenge for anyone of any age and skill level, satisfying the
Welcome to come and spend a super fun day dressed only in a t-shirt throughout the year!
Solve&Exit
Megazone
Club Teatria
Popular Escape room challenges your group to collaborate and to think logically. Find the way out of the room by following clues and solving different tasks
Megazone is a fast and moving team game indoors. Suitable for all, regardless of age and gender. The game is about to destroy the opponent’s base with a laser sword.
Find upcoming concerts www.teatria.com
info@solveandexit.com +358 (0) 40 196 6544 www.solveandexit.com
tornio.megazone@pelibunkkeri.fi +358 (0) 44 980 8735 www.pelibunkkeri.fi
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Tickets www.ticketmaster.fi
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Tornio Ice fishing Competition 29-31/3 2019 Lottery prizes 5 new cars
Finlands greatest ice-fishing event in the middle of the town !
Total sum of lottery prizes is over 80.000€ Lottery ticket /card 15 € More info: Euro City Matkailuyhdistys ry Itäranta 4, 95400 Tornio www.suurpilkit.fi suurpilkit@gmail.com + 358 (0) 44 257 6565 See hotel offer: www.phtornio.fi/en
Fireworks on Friday night 29/3
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Northern Lights Husky unforgettable experiences
Winter activities • Husky tours, 1 - 12 km • Winter fishing • Northern light tours • Snowshoe walking • Sledding Hill ”Or just relax in our mansion and enjoy the tranquillity and nature”
Summer activities • DOG-, AND SHEEP CAMPS • Visit the husky farm • Salmon fishing in the Simojoki-river • Lake fishing in the wilderness • hiking and berry picking
We are a husky farm in the heart of Lappish nature, by the free-flowing Simojoki-river. In the winter we have lots of snow and it is dark, in the summertime it is green, and it is light outside. In the autumn and Winter, it is possible to see the Northern lights. We are surrounded by untouched wilderness that offers lots of possibilities to do activities in nature. In the nearby, there is Martimoaava hiking area. From us you can do day trips to Snowcastle that is open all year round in Kemi, Icebreaker Sampo, Reindeer farm and petting zoo Arkadia, Ranua Zoo, the shopping centers in the twin cities TornioHaparanda and Arctic Circle in Rovaniemi. In the summertime we recommend boat tours to the Bothnian bay archipelago. Northern Light Husky / Simojoen Eräkeskus Pohjoispuolentie 306 A 95255 Alaniemi puh. +358 (0)40 570 2542 info@northernlighthusky.com www.northernlighthusky.fi
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Flavors
Satamakaffila Nuotta
Sea Lapland delicacies
At the Nuotta Cafe you get the best pancakes with the most delicious jam in all of Sea Lapland!
In Sea Lapland, you find various choices for dining from a special restaurant with a theme to a more modern place just to sit down and eat. Is your desire to dine in the centre of the city, or do you desire a quieter corner to sit and relax?
Salty delicacies, salad-lunches, fresh drinks are also on offer; finely performed live music through Thurs - Sat. Come and enjoy the summer in delightfully fresh atmosphere with sea-side views! We are a dog-friendly Cafe. Kemi Inner Harbour +358 (0) 400 199 605 Facebook: Satamakaffila Nuotta
Restaurant Rantamakasiini On the cosy, sunny terrace you enjoy cold drinks and the delicacies of street food. Luulajantie 4, 94100 Kemi +385 (0) 40 685 3500, www.merihovi.fi
Restaurant Pursiseura
The traditional Lappish delicacies and the catch of the sea are available in the restaurants in Sea Lapland on every day of the week, including Sunday. The produce is local and organically grown. The Sea Lapland cuisine forms an essential part of the lifestyle and vigor of the Northern people. The unique nature of Lapland, the aromatic and fresh ingredients you get from the nature, the rich culture with its local traditions, offer gourmet experiences not to be missed. The Sea Lapland cuisine lives according to the changing season, and is largely based on the vegetation and animal produce available in the region. The Bothnian Bay salmon, or the salmon and whitefish caught in the free-flowing river Torniojoki or in the beautifully long river Kemijoki, the reindeer and other game running wild in the woods, as well as the various kinds of mushrooms and herbs growing in the nature, have formed the unique basis for the Sea Lapland gastronomy for centuries.
At Pursiseura you experience authentic seaside atmosphere, while enjoying good food and drinks. Luulajantie 11, 94100 Kemi +385 (0) 40 685 3500, www.merihovi.fi
Cruises in Kemi Inner Harbour
Katariina terrace and mess is open every day in the summer from 11 am (weather permitted).
Perämeren jähti Cruises by request. In July also cruises for the public
Coffee, pastry, beer and more. full liquor license. For conferences and meetings there is a sauna and Kabinett.
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Inquiries at the Katariina terrace or by info@katariinalaiva.fi, +358 (0)45 880 2364
Café Confectionary Miorita Welcome to our cozy café in Kemi center. We bake everything in our own bakery. Snowcastle pastry with cranberry filling and white chocolate frosting should be enjoyed with a hot drink. A Lapland taste experience! Valtakatu 5, Kemi, +358 (0) 16 256 811 Open: Mon-Fri 8-16:30, Sat 9:30-15:00 facebook.com/Kahvila-konditoria-Miorita www.miorita.fi
Beer House Kukko
Since 1993 both domestic and foreign beers and various types of ciders have foamed through the fifteen beer-taps at the Beer House Kukko. The abundant and well-varied beer-bottle collection from different corners of the world will guarantee for anyone to find their favorite beer while visiting the Beer House.
Valtakatu 10, Kemi www.facebook.com/Oluthuone-Kukko +358 (0) 400 718 090
The most interesting sports events run at our pub stand for friends of sports and sports-enthusiasts!
Panorama Café Come and enjoy hamburgers, sausages or salad buffet with the city’s best view. Also, cafe and catering service. Opening hours vary by season. Follow our Facebook page. Kemi City Hall 13th Floor +358 (0) 50 410 3605 www.panoramacafekemi.fi https://www.facebook.com/ Panoramakemi
Pizzeria Restaurant – À la carte Kemin Linkku
Pizzeria Restaurant, Bar and Kiosk at Bus Station Asemakatu 13, Kemi www.keminlinkku.fi
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Accommodation
Seaside Glass Villas, Kemi
Welcome to Savotta The Savotta is located in a quiet scenic location along The Kemijoki River, just 8 km from the center of Kemi. The Savotta has four rentable cottages, as well as a restaurant, open by booking only. There is also a large sauna available for booking, with the possibility of reserving a hot tub. In the facilities, there is an excellent opportunity to arrange various events such as celebrations, meetings, recreation days and also to book accommodation. Erä-Valakia Vähä Kuivanuorontie 29, Kemi +358 (0) 40 656 2882 www.eravalakia.fi /en
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Hostel Villa Kemi A new type of accommodation in Kemi. Calm and comfortable atmosphere. Welcome! Etelärantakatu 8, Kemi, +358 (0) 40 7000 016 hostel@villakemi.fi www.villakemi.fi
Hotel Merihovi, Kemi
Motel Tervakuksa Comfortable newly renovated rooms, situated between Kemi and Rovaniemi. Siltatie 1, Tervola +358 (0) 16 43 5511 www.tervakuksa.fi varaukset@tervakuksa.fi
Merenrantahuvilat, Kemi
Hotel Joentalo Welcome to Hotel Joentalo, by the river after the Northern light road (Revontulen tie), it is easy to find. Joentalo Edit offers a quiet accommodation option. Take a pause on your journey or stay for a longer time. Double and 3-bedrooms. Ask us about family packages. Free parking and Wifi. Kivirannantie 13-15, 95410 Tornio info@joentalo.com www.joentalo.com +358 (0) 40 634 2591
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”Restaurant Aino serves tasty steak dishes and delicious pizzas. Come and enjoy!”
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”Sports on the big screen, hamburgers from the grill and great tap beer from the bar. Welcome!”
”Artists, orchestras, seminars, private-, and company events.”
Accommodation
Our hotel is situated in Sea Lapland, by the River Tornionjoki, our hotel is a private owned, atmospheric hotel and welcomes you. Families, international guests, groups and business travellers are happy with us all year round. The hotel has 98 rooms, in addition to single and double rooms, there are also suites, family rooms, disabled room and rooms with a private sauna. Park Hotel Tornio has 3 restaurants, various conference rooms, auditorium with seating for 200 people and a pleasant sauna area with pool and children have their own playroom.
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WELCOME TO SCANDIC KEMI Scandic Kemi welcomes you on a pleasant stay by the Bothnian Bay. We are located in the centre of Kemi, by the beautiful beach promenade and near all services. In our rooms you can enjoy the luxury of your own sauna and a seaview. You can also visit our cozy restaurant and have a drink in our popular pub. Come and try a different beach holiday â&#x20AC;&#x201C; itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s easy to be happy when staying with us!
Scandic Kemi Hahtisaarenkatu 3, 94100 Kemi scandichotels.fi/kemi, tel. +358 16 4654 012
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KEMI
Boutique hotel Kemi 1932 Unique hotel right next to Kemi railway station. In the same building there is famous café Hertta Kemi with its own bakery. Accommodation with a touch of luxury, with own tranquility and close to service. Rautatiekatu 1, 94100 Kemi +358 40 591 09 80 info@putiikkihotellikemi.com
Instagram & Facebook @CafeHerttaKemi @PutiikkiHotelliKemi1932
Hovilompolo lodge Enjoy the traditional sauna culture combined with the delicious white fish meal. Husantie 4, 95530 Tornio
HUVILOMPOLO-COTTAGE By Torniojoki river. Watch the video on our page Raittitie 238, 95530 Tornio +358 (0) 40 531 9353 ekivilompolo@pp.inet.fi www.hovilompolo.fi
Camping Tornio Child-friendly camping site on an island: 3 km from the town centre of Tornio. Online-reservation possibility!
Hotel Yöpuu
Welcome and enjoy .
Enjoy the tranquility, comfort and good service in a picturesque location all year round. Direct access from the motorway.
Matkailijantie 49, Tornio +358 (0) 16 445945 www.campingtornio.com camping.tornio@co.inet.fi
Eteläntie 227, Kemi Reservations: +358 (0)16 232034 Whatsapp, Viber: +358 (0) 40 1679901 Myynti@hotelliyopuu.com Hotelliyopuu.com
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Accommodation
Hotel Merihovi Situated In Sea Lapland, in Kemi town centre, the legendary 68-year old classic hotel. The hotel has 69 rooms with a personal touch with soft beds. In our restaurant, we serve genuine taste experiences from fresh products. Conference rooms from 5 to 50 persons, with modern technical equipment. Our services: Besides the accommodation, we also have conference services and a range of restaurant service. From lunch to gala-dinner. We arrange weddings and other parties. Live music every week.
Contact information: Hotel Merihovi Keskuspuistokatu 6-8, Kemi +385 (0) 40 685 3500 hotel@merihovi.fi www.merihovi.fi
Kukkolaforsen
In Tornionjoki River Valley by the river rapids Personal service and meeting our guests is the most important for us. Here you can stay in hotel rooms, cabins and at the camping site all year round. Enjoy local food in our view restaurant. And we have a range of different activities and happenings. The sauna- and the food culture is the spirit of this place. Also a culture area with a fishing museum.
Welcome to the kingdom of Sauna and whitefish .
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Kukkolaforsen Turist & Konferens Kukkolaforsen 184, Haparanda +46 (0) 922 31000, +46 (0) 70 675 3764 www.kukkolaforsen.se
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Motel & Restaurant Savotan Sanni Autoilijantie 2, Keminmaa +358 (0) 44 766 7770 www.savotansanni.com
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HOTELLI KEMI LAPLAND
Hotel Toivola A new family run hotel near the town of Kemi has opened. We have everything from single rooms to 5-bed rooms. Suites in different sizes, the hotel also has hostel rooms. Our rooms are situated on 3-floors with different themes. On the top floor, we have the Aurora Borealis rooms. On the second floor, we have the wild Lapland-rooms, which is inspired by the Lappish nature. On the ground floor, we have the rooms which are inspired by Sea Lapland. On the basement floor, we have our hostel rooms ant the Sauna facilities. In the spring 2019, the hostel will open a large apartment of over 100 square meters with two bedrooms, a kitchen, a private sauna and two toilets. Kiveliรถnkatu 1, 94700 KEMI info@hotellitoivola.fi +358 (0) 400 7188 22 www.hotellitoivola.fi www.facebook.com/hotellitoivola @hotellitoivola
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Accommodation Majoitus
Seaside cottages at the old vicarage/ Wanha Pappila nce Experie e seasid s n excur sio to the ! ago archipel
Accommodation in seaside lodges by the Bothnian bay. All lodges have a sauna and they are fully equipped. Breakfast is delivered to cottages. Free WIFI! Hotel-quality lodging in the midst of old, peaceful seasideVillages views. Sea cruises with Sexmiilar ship Enjoy the beautiful archipelago. Contact us and we can plan a seaside cruise together. Max 12 pers. Pappilantie 10, Simo +358 (0) 40 822 3400 reception@wanhapappila.inet.fi www.wanhapappila.com
Renewed MotelRestaurant Käpylä 27 rooms, conference room, sauna facilities & Union Bar. Free parking and WIFI. Our original vintage interior takes you to the 70´s with us. Torniontie 7, Keminmaa +358 (0) 40 775 2466 sales@motelkapyla.fi, www.motelkapyla.fi facebook.com/motelkapyla/
E-City Bed & Breakfast Pleasant & cozy accommodation at a favorable price in Tornio center, next to Tornio River. Also book music entertainment and storytelling for all ages from us. Greetings from Elina & Esa. Saarenpäänkatu 39, Tornio bb@ecity.fi, www.ecity.fi +358 (0) 44 509 0358, Welcome!
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Spa hotel Pohjanranta Stay comfortably at the Spa hotel Pohjanranta! Situated by the Kemijoki-river. Hotel with restaurant, conference,- and festivities rooms, camping area, dance center, local wine shop and a singled roofed church. Events all year round! Dance evenings on Saturdays in the summertime 25/5-7/9-2019 Autumn, - and Christmas Fair, summer theatre, art exhibition, ski trail café. More info on the web page.
Welcome to enjoy our spa ! Pohjantie 23, 94400 Keminmaa +358 (0) 16 275 070 info@pohjanranta.com www.pohjanranta.fi K
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Pororanta cottages For additional information and pictures please visit the Sea Lapland Travel web-pages. +358 (0) 400 882 115 Ruohokarintie 26, Tornio marja-leena.miettinen@pp4.inet.fi
Hotel Olof The Boutique-hotel of a high standard with river views right in the heart of the Tornio town centre. Hallituskatu 16, Tornio +358 (0) 50 069 0980 info@hotelliolof.fi www.hotelliolof.fi
Tervola cottages Luontolomat offers high quality cottages for rent for your holiday. Ski-tracks and a hole in the ice for winter swimming right in the vicinity. Rope track across the river in summertime. Reutuaapa 813, Tervola +358 (0) 400 974 137 / +358 (0) 400 692 849 (english) matti.skinnari@pp.inet.fi www.luontolomat.fi
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Shopping
Full-service Corona Welcome to shop in sunny Corona! Shopping center Corona offers everything under one roof, grocery shopping, specialty products, and services. From a versatile range, you make successful purchases for the whole family. It’s easy to get there, we are right next to the highway and only two minutes’ drive to the center of Kemi. There is also a bank, hairdresser’s salon, insurance company, shoemaker and health center. After shopping, you can relax in our restaurant. Follow Corona in Social Media www.facebook.com/kauppakeskuscorona www.instagram.com/kauppakeskuscorona
The grocery store owned by our customers The green card is not a regular customer card, it is a proof of ownership in Osuuskauppa. The owner receives a bonus paid to the owner in connection with the purchase. In addition to the bonus, we have favourable prices and a vide service network. Osuuskauppa invests, recruits, educates, supports and rewards. Karjalahdenkatu 7 Kemi www.arina.fi
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Two towns in one
A variety of shoes for the winter and summer adventures.
The TwinCity TornioHaparanda endows a natural combination of two cultures for both of the towns of Tornio and Haparanda as you hardly notice the border between Sweden and Finland. The Victoria Square right on the border is uniquely special in the area, and perhaps even in the whole world: the Square was named after Princess Victoria of Sweden at the inauguration ceremony she performed in 2011.
+358 (0) 40 7497 650, Kauppakatu 9-11 Citykulma, Kemi facebook.com/sauvon.kenka/
The spectacular Border Arc on the border is designed by children in the region, the forms
and colouring of the routes depicting the connection between the two towns. The Shopping Centre Rajalla - På Gränsen, with a variety of boutiques and shops, as well as the world-renowned Ikea right at the border, offer both traditional as well as design products and, of course, the latest fashion both in clothing, shoes, accessories as well as home furnishings.
Paperivalo design - light, white, unique
design Sirpa Kivilompolo
Sauvon Kenkä
cafe gallery shop showroom studio workshop PAPERIVALO SHOP & CAFE Jokivarrentie 2482, Tornio (Karunki) +358 (0) 50 585 7290 open tue-fri 11 am - 5 pm, sat 11 am - 3 pm webshop paperivalo.fi
Kemi Cosmetics Shop is a renewed cosmetics shop in the heart of Kemi, just by the pedestrian street. Here you will find beauty products and cosmetic treatments for everyday life and special occasions. In our shop there are well-known brands from the world but also hand-picked products from smaller suppliers.
Opening hours : for beauty salon mon-fri 8:30 am - 8 pm sat 10 am - 3 pm
Valtakatu 7-9, KEMI, mon-fri 10 am - 6 pm, sat 10 am - 3 pm, +358 (0) 16 253352 info@keminkosmetiikka.fi, www.keminkosmetiikka.fi
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SHOPPINGCENTER RAJALLA PÅ GRÄNSEN
Shop and enjoy in Tornio
Shoppingcenter Rajalla På Gränsen
Angry Birds playground
Länsiranta 10, Tornio
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Shopping
Citymarket Kemi Versatile department store in Kemi center Here you will find groceries, cafĂŠ, beauty products, clothes, shoes, and gifts. In the department store, there is also a pharmacy and an Intersport shop. We are open every day, all year round.
K-Citymarket Kemi Asemakatu 1, Kemi +358 (0) 10 538 4300 facebook.com/K-Citymarket Kemi Opening hours and contact info: www.citymarket.fi
Flowers and gifts from the same place Valtakatu 7-9, 94100 Kemi www.linjakukka.fi
Welcome to the cinema! Valtakatu 12, 94100 Kemi www.kinopirtti.fi
Design Airamo
over 40 years!
Have your dream coat manufactured in Tornio. From reindeer skin or lambskin, from fur or from stylish fabric. We also tailor-make for order, as well as repair and renew furs. Welcome to visit our Atelier â&#x20AC;&#x201C;shop!
www.airamo.fi Kauppakatu 12, Tornio +358 (0) 400 291 520 airamo@airamo.fi
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Jubilee year in Kemi with lots of events The city’s official birthday is 5 / 3-2019, and the anniversary is celebrated throughout the year. See all the events in Kemi town event calendar or through the Kemi Card app. Kemi is a small big town in Peräpohjola, we have an amazing see and archipelago and Finland’s largest river and a real winter. Our city is Lapland’s best destination for a beach holiday. We have a snow castle open all year round and an icebreaker, our city has many events to offer.
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Kemi Card Kemi Card Explore and fall in love - always current and along. Kemi Card is easy to use and has current information about Kemi. 1. Download the free Cardu app from Appstore or Google play, or load the QR- code that will take you to the Cardu app. 2. Choose Kemi Card and save in the Cardu wallet 3. Use the card by opening Cardu and from there you choose Kemi Card. Kemi Card contains current events, news, activities, attractions and, a little history as well as general information about the town Kemi. The card has a wide range of offers from local businesses. Everyone can use the card no matter where you live.
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Transfers
Transfer services with good quality Sea Lapland is situated on the northernmost shores of the Gulf of Bothnia; a flight of merely 1,5 h from the Helsinki-Vantaa International Airport takes you to the Kemi-Tornio Airport in the region. In the vicinity of the Sea Lapland region both the Oulu, Rovaniemi and Luleå Airports have train connections to the area.
Kemi Tornio airport 80 years of smooth travelling. www.finavia.fi
Also from Helsinki, you will find a direct train connection to Sea Lapland, to the Kemi, Tornio or Tervola Railway Stations. Regular airline traffic serves the Sea Lapland region. Taxi service is available 24 h and several car rentals are to be found in the region.
Sea Lapland Taxi • Person - and Combi cars • Cars with bike rack • Handicap taxi • Pre-bookings
HM-Liikenne oy Keminmaa
+358 (0) 400 391 374, +358 (0) 400 691 915 www.hm-liikenne.fi antti.makimartti@hm-liikenne.fi
Get around easily in Sea Lapland! • Kemi-Tornio-Haparanda • Haparanda-Tornio-Kemi • City bus lines in Tornio Timetables:
www.net-matkat.fi
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The Sea Lapland region is ideal for fishing. Within the range of an hour’s drive you find three fish-rich rivers, and the sea is close by. The Simo River, the Tornio and Kemi Rivers are known as Salmon Rivers. The rivers live according to the change of the seasons; the melting of the snow and ice further up in Lapland in the spring-time, causes the buildings on the seashore to be in danger of getting flooded. The spring floods are an exciting event for all the people in the region.
Taut lines fishermen dream of
On the shores of the Kukkola Rapids, on both sides of the border, you may admire the Traditional Tornio Valley Fishing Culture, flourishing even today. The village people, according to special rules between the landowners, scoop up the whitefish in the summer-time, sharing the catch at seven pm every night. Whitefish flamed on the fire is a local delicacy. During the fall the wire cage (trap) fills up with the river lamprey, during the winter with the burbot.
Hiking and trekking The unspoilt nature in Sea Lapland offers plenty of opportunities for hiking: nature trails are close by and hiking tracks with natural duckboards are well-maintained for pleasant trekking. The many rivers, tree-covered hills and the sea, the scenery filled with wide open fields and mires, form the harmoniously alternating natural features of Sea Lapland. Bird watching and treasure-hunting, the world-widely popular geocaching is a fun and pleasant way to enjoy the outdoors. Go berry-picking or find delicious mushrooms: an extensive part of the Finnish forests is registered as protected areas for picking organic berries, mushrooms and herbs. The Finnish liberal law of public access invites anyone to roam freely in the forests, to tent in the nature and enjoy these treasures. Before deciding to go on an excursion though, it is advisable to check these areas to find the appropriate ones. The Bothnian Bay Archipelago National Park Long ago the archipelago on the Bothnian Bay National Park was formed due
to land uplift, which evermore causes constant, very gradual change in the natural features of the region. The traditional fishing bases and the natural trail under the water surface, designed for divers, are worth seeing. You can access the National Park by boat; at the biggest Island Selkä-Sarvi you’ll find a small harbour and a lean-to with a camp-fire. Trekking through the 1 km nature trail traversing the island, will crown your excursion.
In Kätkävaara in the Tervola commune the hilltops with no trees rise to the heights, rivers with clear water run through the valleys, traversing the open bog mires and wild forests in the region. The Pisavaara Natural Park, the highest tree-covered hill in southern Lapland, is the strictest protected Natural Park in all of Europe.
Sandskär, situated in the Haparanda Archipelago National Park, is known for its long sandy beaches and decorative sand-formations. A 5 km beautiful nature trail traverses the island. Safe and convenient hiking Finland’s most important place designated for protection of mire-areas, the Martimoaapa in Simo, offers both interesting hiking terrain for trekkers and beautiful hill landscape for easy wandering. The Alkunkarinlahti Nature Trail, Nationally Protected Bird-watching Site, 9 km south from the centre of Tornio, offers bird-watchtowers and campfire sites along the trail.
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Culture
Kemi Gemstone gallery
Art for everyone The Aine Art Museum in Tornio offers both permanent and temporary exhibitions. The permanent exhibition is composed of the collection at the Aine Pictorial Art Foundation and of the collection at the Aine Art Museum. The collection includes some of the finest art work in Finland, among others the works of Helene Schjerfbeck, Werner Holmberg, Akseli Gallen-Kallela as well as the works of more recent Finnish artists like Marika Mäkelä, Hannu Väisänen and Reijo Hukkanen. The works of Reidar Särestöniemi, Kalervo Palsa and Tuuli Mukka, represent artists from Lapland. At the recently renewed Kemi Historical Museum and the Provincial Museum of the Tornio Valley, you can explore the cultural history of the region. The Pahnila Museum, The Tervola Local Arts and Crafts Museum and the Keminmaa Local Arts and Crafts Museum offer additional places to learn about the cultural landscape in Sea Lapland. Travelling on the Museum Road through the Village of Simo you see the old farms and buildings left intact from the period when the road, dating back to the 1640’s, served
as the mail road on land between Finland and Sweden. The historical centres of both the towns of Kemi and Tornio, you get best acquainted with walking through the streets surrounded by old wooden houses. The glitter of jewelry Once upon a time, Finland was about to become a Kingdom. The attempt went so far that a crown was designed for the King. History, though, got another turn, but the crown still exists. The Kemi Gemstone Gallery collection, in addition of the handsome crown, contains also, among others, the replica of the Crown of the Queen of England as well as over three thousand minerals and gemstones. Iisakki Mustaparta, Isaac Blackbeard, hero of the people in Tornio Iisakki Mustaparta, born in 1751, was a peasant from Oravaisensaari at the village of Vojakkala, a few kilometers north from the town of Tornio. Together with the peasantry in his
neighborhood, he built a decked ship to transport tar to Stockholm, bringing back a cargo of grain on his return back north. Mustaparta and his men were declared outlawed, imprisoned and thrown into a stinking jail in Stockholm. Mustaparta, instead of giving up, went ahead to prove the legality of his actions. Eventually, he was to become the delegate to the Parliament in Stockholm, defending the rights of the peasantry and was nicknamed Robin Hood of the North. The story of Iisakki Mustaparta is alive and flourishing at the Restaurant Mustaparran Päämaja (Blackbeard’s Headquarters). The maritime interior decoration depicts the feel of the 1700’s, the crystal chandeliers adding a taste of Royal glamour. The delicacies of the Tornio Valley are served on a plank and drinks are enjoyed from a clay mug, just as Iisakki would have done. The scent of the tar around, with the taste of the holy grass and buckthorn in your mouth – what an enjoyable timetravel to be remembered! Provincial Museum of the Tornio Valley
Kemi historical museum
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HAPARANDATORNIO
31.12 2018/2019 31.12 2019/2020
An unique annual event in Sea Lapland, on the border of Finland and Sweden with live music, fireworks and other performances.
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Kukkolaforsen/ Kukkolankoski
Visual Design Oy - Grano Oy - 2018
Tervola cottages
Kalli Outdoor Activity Centre
The Dudesons Activity Park
Kalli
Tervola daTornio
Haparan
Northern Light Husky
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Keminm
Simo
Kemi
Reindeerfarm Arkadia
Icebreaker Sampo
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Finland
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Sweden
SnowCastle Kemi Wanha Pappila -Seaside cottages
-Feel the Arctic Year Round-