Best things to do in Akaslompolo

Deep in the wilderness, atop Levi Mountain sits Levi Ski Resort, the largest ski resort in Finland. A winter wonderland for snow lovers, the site boasts 43 ski slopes, 27 lifts, and 200 km (124 mi) of cross-country trails north of the Arctic Circle. The resort offers classes for beginners of all ages, though it also has three black slopes for advanced skiers. You can also visit the Levi Ice Hotel and Ice Gallery nearby. A number of events are held here, including the Alpine World Cup Race.

Yllas Ski Resort offers a range of varied, comparatively short, and not overly difficult ski runs excellent for families or skilled skiers. The village side of the resort with a few small hotels and cabins nestled in a snowy forest has a quiet atmosphere, while the side over the fell is much busier with plenty of activities. Moguls, not steep slopes, are what characterize the black runs. The resort is newer too crowded, so you won"t have to worry about getting in anyone's way.

Hop in a kart and head to the icy tracks at Icekarting Levi. Amidst thick pine forests and snowy plains, this center hosts a range of kart-racing programs. Depending on your experience level you can ask for a very fast vehicle or try out a beginner one, still powerful enough to raise your adrenaline. You'll don safety gear and start with an introductory ride, followed by a race session. After a few laps, you'll be ready to take a hot juice break by the fire, and then head back for a second run. The center provides all the equipment and extra warm clothes, as well as a pickup from your location.

Visit a winter wonderland at Lapland Hotels SnowVillage--an entire village made of snow and ice that is constructed anew every winter. A hotel, restaurant, cocktail bar, and a chapel are mainstays of the design and make up the bulk of the village. Long snow corridors lined with ice sculptures connect the rooms of the hotel, which are individually created by artists and include bed frames carved out of ice. If you prefer more traditional lodging, rent a log cabin. Ongoing activities include husky dogsled rides, viewing the site's domesticated reindeer, and snowmobile rental, which allows you to explore the snowy region inside the Arctic Circle. You can also visit for the day and tour the snow structures after paying an entrance fee. The easiest way to reach the village is by arranging a taxi pick-up from the nearby Kittilä airport or the Kolari train station. Alternatively, rent a car and follow the detailed driving directions on the attraction's website.

Pallas-Yllästunturi National Park is the third-largest national park in Finland, located in the Lapland region, in the municipalities of Enontekiö, Kittilä, Kolari and Muonio. It was formally established in 2005, when Pallas-Ounastunturi National Park was joined with Ylläs-Aakenus protected area. It is the third largest national park in Finland, covering 1020km2. The high fells of the park are the southernmost place to see some arctic species in Finland. There are almost 100km of fell chain in the National Park. The highest fell in this chain is Taivaskero, which is 807m high. Most of the park consists of primeval forests and various types of muskeg.
Pallas-Yllästunturi National Park has around 350km of marked hiking trails. There are several nature trails in the National Park, which are not very demanding and have information boards on the area’s natural features and culture. There are many options for day trips. The most popular hiking trail in Pallas-Yllästunturi National Park is the Hetta–Pallas Trail, which is 55km long. There are 14 nature trails in the National Park, of which 8 are in the Ylläs area, 4 in the Pallas area, and 2 are in the Ounastunturi Fells area.
The trekking trails and services of Pallas-Yllästunturi National Park are found on Excursion Map.