Luosto Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Photo provided by Pyhä-Luosto Resort Association
Luosto
Luosto showing a river or creek, a sunset and tranquil scenes
Pyha-Luosto National Park showing forests
Photo provided by Pyhä-Luosto Resort Association

Get close to natural wonders in Lapland’s serene center, adorned with ancient forests, pristine snowfields and sparkling gemstones.

Head for the top of the world to hike through snowy wilderness and find precious gemstones in Luosto, the heart of mysterious Lapland. Experience an arctic landscape of folklore, snowshoeing through the white powder or speeding on sleds pulled by reindeer.

Explore the vast Pyhä-Luosto National Park, which connects the two tiny villages of Pyhä and Luosto via hiking and skiing trails. Wander through old-growth pine forest of trees that have been standing for centuries. Find remnants of important sacred sites of the indigenous Sámi people.

Hike or travel by miniature Pendolino snow train to the still active Amethyst Mine atop the Lampivaara hill. Its location provides breathtaking views over the unique Luosto landscape. Find shimmering purple stones that have been hiding underground and dig out your own special gem.

The Luosto Slopes skifields are compact and offer seven runs and off-piste areas popular with snowboarders. Alternatively, go roaming on safari with a snowmobile or ride in a sled pulled by furry huskies. See some of the fascinating animals of the cold-weather terrain at the Arctic Husky Farm. Here bouncing furry dogs will ferry you around on the snow.

Visit the nearby Kopara Reindeer Park for encounters with majestic reindeer. In Luosto, try snow fishing through the ice. In the warmer months, explore the green hills and forests on a mountain bike.

Take a break from holiday fun for quiet reflection at Luosto’s Chapel of the Northern Lights. Relax and rejuvenate at the Amethyst Spa, which features both Finnish and Turkish saunas. While Luosto is somewhat removed from main viewing areas for the aurora borealis, or northern lights, it is possible to glimpse this magical phenomenon if you’re visiting at the right time.

Travel to Luosto by small plane or train. During winter, take the Luosto SkiBus to the village. Stay in a cosy log cabin or a contemporary hotel. Investigate the nearby city of Rovaniemi, the “official town” of Santa Claus.

Santa's Hotel Aurora & Igloos
Santa's Hotel Aurora & Igloos
3 out of 5
Luppokeino 1, Sodankyla, Lapland
Fully refundable
The price is ₹10,377 per night from 13 Jul to 14 Jul
₹10,377
₹11,830 total
13 Jul - 14 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star eco-certified hotel in Sodankyla. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Pyha-Luosto Hiking Trail ...
9/10 Wonderful! (150 reviews)
"Good"

Reviewed on 17 Jun 2025

Santa's Hotel Aurora & Igloos
Lapland Hotels Luostotunturi
Lapland Hotels Luostotunturi
Luostontie 1, Sodankyla
The price is ₹10,363 per night from 25 Jul to 26 Jul
₹10,363
₹11,813 total
25 Jul - 26 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this spa hotel in Sodankyla. Enjoy free breakfast, free parking and 2 indoor pools. Popular attractions Pyha-Luosto Hiking Trail and Ukko-Luosto Hiking ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (338 reviews)
"We loved staying here in one of the log cabins! Very accommodating staff with lots of facilities. Restaurants and breakfast were wonderful and loved exploring the surrounding area. Only downsides would be the spa area - water very cold small pool more ideal for children than adults. Also the hotel ..."

Reviewed on 8 Apr 2025

Lapland Hotels Luostotunturi
Ski-Inn Kultakero
Ski-Inn Kultakero
21 Kultakeronkatu, Pelkosenniemi
The price is ₹10,181 per night from 13 Jul to 14 Jul
₹10,181
₹13,261 total
13 Jul - 14 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this ski hotel in Pelkosenniemi. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions PyhäExpress chair lift and Pyha-Luosto ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (46 reviews)
"Our two bedroom appartement was perfect for our family of 5. Well appointed and cleverly designed. The beds were confortable, the kitchen partical ans there was just enough storage for us. We loved the sauna in the main bathroom. We loved the location - right on the slopes and above a wonderful pizzeria ..."

Reviewed on 3 Jan 2025

Ski-Inn Kultakero
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Holiday Club Pyhä
Holiday Club Pyhä
3.5 out of 5
Kotatie 4, Kultakeronkatu 21, Pelkosenniemi
Stay at this 3.5-star holiday home in Pelkosenniemi. Enjoy free parking, a sauna and an in-room coffee maker. Popular attractions PyhäExpress chair lift and ...
8/10 Very Good! (38 reviews)
Nice place, terrible communication and traimatic
"They sent two street addresses so it was confusing where I was supposed to go, they didn’t include a letter before the number so I couldn’t find the right building, they didn’t provide parking instructions so I parked in the wrong spot and get yelled at in a note by the right parker telling me to ..."

Reviewed on 27 Dec 2024

Holiday Club Pyhä
Ski-Inn PyhäLinna
Ski-Inn PyhäLinna
Kultakeronkatu 20, Pelkosenniemi
Stay at this ski aparthotel in Pelkosenniemi. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a fitness centre. Popular attractions Vanha tuolihissi and PyhäExpress chair ...
"Lovely place"

Reviewed on 5 Jan 2025

Ski-Inn PyhäLinna
Ski-Inn PyhäSuites
Ski-Inn PyhäSuites
3.5 out of 5
Kallunkuja 4, Pelkosenniemi
Stay at this 3.5-star ski aparthotel in Pelkosenniemi. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a fitness centre. Popular attractions Vanha tuolihissi and PyhäExpress ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (22 reviews)
"A wonderful place to visit. A true winter wonderland."

Reviewed on 26 Feb 2025

Ski-Inn PyhäSuites
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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