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happy journey
Kemijärvi is a small northern town, where the Arctic Circle runs along the peaceful lakeland of Lapland. Traffic jams do not reach here. In the open landscape, by the clear waters, happiness is a natural state of being. It reaches you unnoticed and brings a smile to your face.
We invite and welcome you to the village to experience the culture and set the table with the bounty of the wilderness. And after the day’s adventures are adventured, we’ll tuck you into bed in a place where the traffic noise won’t disturb!
Experience a nightless night on Lapland’s lakes
The blue sky reflects off the lake’s mirrored surface. At the dock’s nook, you can dip your toes in the water and take a deep breath. There’s no rush: there’s light all around the clock and soon the fish will feed again. While you wait, you can seek new perspectives: paddle a canoe into the middle of the lake or climb to the top of the fells, where the only scent is fresh, clean air. A picnic is a toast to the sun that never sets! Read more about what our region has to offer here.
Travel Newspaper winter – spring 2026
The Kemijärvi Travel Newspaper winter – spring 2026 highlights the season’s best activities, events, and local services, helping you make the most of Kemijärvi’s winter wonderland and spring time charm. Discover the authentic Lapland experience here! Read the winter – spring 2026 newspaper.
Get out into the countryside to admire the views!
Go on a day trip into nature. Kemijärvi has several nature trails and viewpoints with stunning scenery along the way. Visit the Kotavaara observation tower or the sacred Ämmänvaara. They are absolute musts for lovers of open landscapes. Try also the Juuvaara hiking trail or the Pöylilövaara hiking and mountain bike trail in the Kemijärvi city centre area.
Stay in the embrace of lakes, fells and village
Choose a hotel, holiday cottage, camping site or even an idyllic village manor in Tapionniemi. Suomu and Pyhä cottages offer peace and comfort surrounded by nature. Stay near the beach and experience the power of the northern light, silence and good sleep in the middle of the most beautiful Lapland. Read more about our different accommodation options here!
take a happy trip
Kemijärvi is located in the heart of Finland – centrally positioned near the population centers of Northern Finland and the main attractions of Lapland.
Kemijärvi is easy to reach by train, plane, bus, or car. Local transportation is also convenient, and there are plenty of services available!
What's happening
Café Matti´s Mill in Luusua Village
Café open on weekends from 7.6. to 31.8.2025, Saturday and Sunday from 12 to 15.
”The Magic of Light” Art Exhibition
"The Magic of Light" Art Exhibition" Taivaan tulie Square, Jaakonkatu 6 1.7-10.8. 2025 Kemijärven Taideyhdistys
Kemijärvi’s Christmas Opening at the Taivaan Tulet Square
Kemijärven jouluinen tunnelma syttyy lauantaina 29.11., kun Taivaan tulien aukio täyttyy musiikista, jouluohjelmasta ja joulun odotuksesta.
Arctic Lapland Rally 29th–31st January 2026, Kemijärvi Saturday 31th.
The next arctic adventure in the Finnish Rally Championship awaits in 2026! The brave rivals…
“Fish Live in Water” – Art Exhibitionby Marjo Talvensaari and Hilkka Ukkola
Vibrant works by Marjo Talvensaari and underwater-themed graphics by Hilkka Ukkola on display in February.
Moonbeams and Fireflies’ Dance – Kaisa Ristiluoma, accordion – Sini Napari, dance
The programme features accordion artist Kaisa Ristiluoma’s solo concert Moonbeams, and circus artist Sini Napari’s solo work Fireflies’ Dance.
Traditional ”Students’ Ball” Dance Performance
Kemijärvi High School’s Traditional “Second-Year Students’ Ball” Dance Performance at Sports Hall.
Women’s Choir Sallattaret – Because I May Sing Concert
At the Kemijärvi Cultural Centre Sunday, 15 February at 6:00 p.m. Tickets: €10
The Giant Snowmobile enduro
The Giant Snowmobile Enduro will be held in Kemijärvi as a two-day race on March…
