Length58.5 km
Duration(72)
Degree of difficultyHard
A shining white line of fells and blue sky shimmering in the spring sunlight - fall in love with the winter open fell area at Hetta-Pallas. The full length of Hetta-Pallas ski trail along maintained tracks is available in March and April. When skiing on the open fell area you must have the proper equipment and orienteering skills. Strong winds in the fell area can quickly cover the trail with snow. Always check the condition information of the trails in advance.
Remember good hand hygiene - Case of stomach flu have been reported at Hannukuru Open Wilderness Hut
Case of stomach flu have been reported at the Hannukuru left side Open Wilderness Hut. We will update this publication as new cases emerge. Although the number of cases is currently low, the illness can spread very quickly in the worst-case scenario. In Lapland, distances are long, so getting help can take a long time. Therefore, we urge hikers to pay special attention to hand hygiene.
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The trail can only be used in the winterThe winter trail leads lower on the slopes than the summer trail. Due to the wet ground, the trails intended for skiing are not suitable for hiking in summer.
Campfire siteThere are several campfire sites along the trail. Always check for any wildfire warnings in effect before making a fire.
HutThere are several huts along the trail.
Camping permittedIn the Special zone, Recreational zone and Cultural zone Camping is permitted only in the vicinity of wilderness huts, campfire huts and campfire sites. Camping is forbidden in the restricted zones. In the Wilderness Zone camping is allowed freely.
Dry toiletRemember to bring toilet paper.
Water point
Remember to bring a trash bagThere are no waste bins on the trail. Bring along your own trash bag and take your waste out with you when leaving.
Contact information
Starting pointTunturi-Lapin luontokeskus, Peuratie 15, 99400 Enontekiö
Starting pointPallastunturi parking area
The track starts at Hetta and crosses the frozen surface of Lake Ounasjärvi. Please stay on the maintained track when skiing across the lake. On the other side of the lake, the trail continues through a pine forest towards Pyhäkero open wilderness hut. Note: On the southwest side of Pyhäkero, the ski route no longer goes through Haaravaarankuru but through Sioskuru. The rolling open fell area from Pyhäkero Fell to Hannukuru Ravine gives you a real feel for the wilderness of the Ounastunturi Fells. Under their blanket of snow, the fells have a stark and simple beauty. When skiing on the open fell area you must have the proper equipment and some orienteering skills. Strong winds in the fell area can quickly cover the trail with snow. From Hannukuru Ravine, the track descends briefly into a wooded landscape before climbing back up to Montell’s Hut and Nammalakuru Ravine. This provides one of the best views of the rounded tops of the Pallastunturi Fells. A long descent from Nammalakuru Ravine leads to the edge of Kortevuoma riverbed. The last section of the trail ends at Pallastunturi Fells, giving you one more opportunity to admire the beautiful white fells.
End pointPallastunturi parking area