Travel Reference
In-Depth Information
High Se
High Season (
n (Jul))
Attractions and lodgings are open.
Hotels outside Helsinki are often substantially cheaper.
Summer budget accommodation is open.
Boat cruises running.
Numerous festivals across country.
Winter-sports high season is December to March.
SShoulde
n (Jun&Aug))
Long days with decent temperatures.
Most attractions are open.
Not as crowded as July.
Fewer insects up north.
Country shuts down over Midsummer weekend.
ulder Se
r Season (
Low Se
n (Sep-May))
Outside cities, many attractions are closed.
Hotels charge top rates except on weekends.
December to April is busy for winter sports.
Short, cool or cold days.
w Season (
Useful Websites
Metsähallitus
(
www.outdoors.fi
) Truly excellent resource, with detailed information on all
Finland's national parks and protected areas.
Finnish Tourist Board
(
www.visitfinland.com
) Excellent official site.
