Where to go from Levi?
Discover interesting places to visit in the municipality of Kittilä.
More than thirty villages in the municipality of Kittilä are united by beautiful natural landscapes and cultural and historical experiences. With these tips, you will find a wide range of things to experience on your holiday.
Lovers of the fells:
Near the village of Jeesiöjärvi is Kumputunturi, where a snowmobile trail runs in winter. Even in the summer, a climb up the rugged, rocky fells is rewarding - the views from here are stunning and unforgettable.
From the village of Sirkka, Levi, you can make a day trip to Kätkätunturi, which offers views in several directions, or spend time skiing on Levitunturi. Aakenustunturi also offers a variety of trails and interesting experiences.
Pallas-Yllästunturi National Park and its outdoor activities, such as the Hetta-Pallas hiking trail, can be found in the idyllic village of Raattama.
Paddlers, fishermen, berry pickers and hikers:
Alakylä and Hanhimaa offer paddlers, hikers and fishermen great adventure conditions with rivers, rapids and lakes.
Pöntsö offers natural tranquillity right on the shores of Lake Pöntsöjärvi, a short distance from Levi. Nearby, you will also find the gorge-like and impressive Ruoppaköngäs.
Immeljärvi is located in Levi, in the village of Sirkka, where you can sup, fish and swim.
For birdwatchers, there is the Karinnokka bird tower in the village of Kittilä, and nearby, the Karinnokka lean-to along the Ounasjoki River for a break.
Skiers:
In the village of Kittilä, you will find a comprehensive network of cross-country ski trails, which serve as jogging trails during the snow-free season.
You can easily ski to village of Köngäs from Levi.
In the village of Sirkka, Levi, you will find many kilometres of ski trails.
Those interested in history:
Near Hanhimaa, you can visit the monument to the first church in Kittilä, the Kirkkokuusikko.
The Taatsin Seita in Pokka is an old Sámi sacrifice site. The area, on a rocky pillar rising on the shore of Lake Taatsijärvi, was once one of Lapland's most magnificent places of worship and sacrifice.
Cultural travellers:
The Särestöniemi Art Museum with its changing art exhibitions is a year-round visitor attraction in the village of Kaukonen.
In the village of Kittilä you will find the Einari Junttila Art Museum, Kalervo Palsa's house and, of course, the church.
In Levi, in the village of Sirkka, there is Samiland, which presents the history and present of the only indigenous people in the European Union, the Sami.
In the village of Pöntsö you will find the Raekallio Art Gallery.
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