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COLOURS OF THE FALL

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HARVEST SEASON

HARVEST SEASON

The spectacular fall leaf colour is an annual highlight in Ylläs. The clear September mornings entice hikers to admire the picturesque natural scenery in the national park.

The fresh and crisp days are ideal for outdoor life, and the colourful terrain can be experienced in several ways: one chooses a brisk bike ride, the other goes for a relaxing walk.

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SEASON’S ACTIVITIES

You can see Northern Lights from August to April

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Early birds might get rewarded with gorgeous golden light as fog still rises over the lakes. Try this in Hormistonjänkkä.

Artisans gather at Tori- ja metsäpäivät ”Market and forest days”

Yllästunturin luontokeskus Kellokkaan piha täyttyy torimyyjistä, lappilaisesta käsityöstä ja luonnontuotteista syyskuun puolivälissä. Ohjelmaan kuuluu erilaisia työesityksiä ja luontoluentoja. Musiikkiesitykset siivittävät tapahtumaa.

The front yard of Yllästunturi Visitor Centre Kellokas gets packed with market stalls and artisans in mid-September. The event includes handicrafts and musical performances keep spirits high.

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Conquer Kukastunturi fell your way

The top of Kukastunturi can be reached on foot or by bike on an easy but steepish trail. The views are gorgeous, and the nearby Hangaskuru lean-to is a fine spot for a break.

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Kino Ylläs open-air film festival

An open-air film theatre in a dark autumn night at the foot of a fell in Lapland – can you imagine a more memorable movie experience? Nature creates its own special effects – dress warm and get a hot cuppa from the café!

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