Christmas season magic in Pello: experience the genuine Lapland atmosphere close to Rovaniemi, the official hometown of Santa Claus in Finland

In December, you will find a magical Lapland Christmas spirit in Pello. Our Christmas atmosphere consists of beautiful nature with snow-capped trees, reindeer and tranquility. There are many good reasons to come to Pello for Christmas-time. Here are some:


PELLO – SANTA’S REINDEER LAND

Reindeer are Santa’s most important helpers, and Pello is part of the reindeer herding area in Lapland. If you are lucky, you might see reindeer in the wilderness or even in the centre of Pello.

EXPERIENCE HUSKY & REINDEER SAFARIS & VISIT A REINDEER FARM

In Pello husky safaris are offered by Soulmate Huskies and reindeer safaris at Reindeer Lake Resort reindeer farm.


FIND CHRISTMASSY ACCOMMODATION FOR YOUR LAPLAND HOLIDAY DREAM

You will find several attractive destinations such as the Valkea Arctic Lodge, offering romantic and cozy accommodations with reasonable prices. More about Pello’s accommodations.

VISIT SANTA CLAUS VILLAGE IN ROVANIEMI
Pello is located beside Santa’s hometown Rovaniemi. From Pello, it’s only a one-hour drive to the famous Santa Claus Village.


ENJOY CHRISTMAS SHOPPING & FOOD

In Pello, you can go Christmas shopping for example at Vihreä Pysäkki shopping centre with its nice restaurant Granni, or at the shops on the Arctic Circle in Juoksenki Village.

 


DISCOVER THE MAGIC OF SWEDISH CHRISTMAS

Pello is situated on the border between Finland & Sweden: you can also discover the wonders of Swedish Christmas in the neighboring Övertorneå.

 


OBSERVE NORTHERN LIGHTS – NATURE’S FIREWORKS

Pello lies north of the Arctic Circle in Lapland, which makes it a great place to watch nature’s own fireworks: the Northern Lights.

CROSS THE MAGICAL ARCTIC CIRCLE LINE IN JUOKSENKI VILLAGE

Pello is an Arctic Circle destination in Finnish Lapland. The magical Arctic Circle line is located in the Juoksenki Village in Pello, where you can cross it!

VISIT SANTA’S FAVOURITE ANIMAL AT A REINDEER FARM
In Pello you can visit reindeer at Reindeer Lake Resort Puolukkamaan Pirtit reindeer farm and if you wish also have a reindeer ride.

AND MUCH MORE THINGS TO DO
In Pello during the Christmas season you can also for example go cross-country skiing, snowshoeing, downhill skiing or just relax and enjoy the unique snowy winter landscapes.

 

GOOD FLIGHT CONNECTIONS
In addition it’s easy to get to Pello: it’s located just 1 hour drive from Rovaniemi AirportSanta’s official airport,  which offers flights from Finnair, Air France, Ryanair, Easy Jet, Iberia, KLM,  Eurowings, Turkish Airlines and more. Read HERE about how to get to Pello.

VIDEO: Christmas time in Pello, Santa’s reindeer land in Finnish Lapland. Video by Santatelevision