Hiking & outdoor recreationLength19.7 km
Degree of difficultyMedium
Pedal through the forest between deep snow banks and enjoy the fresh outdoor air. Winter biking in a fell landscape is an unforgettable experience! You can also walk this trail. The route passes through various rest spots and leads to the wilderness landscapes of the National Park, between the fells and alongside vast mires. The ski tracks and winter trails are maintained by the municipality of Kolari. Check the maintenance information for ski tracks and winter trails, as well as the opening hours of cafés, on the Ylläs online map: https://kartta.yllas.fi/. By purchasing a map, you support the maintenance of the trails in Ylläs.
Multi-purpose trailYou can hike, bike, snowshoe or run along the trail. Please note other trail users (moving at different speeds)
The trail can only be used in the winter
Circle trailThe recommended direction of travel is clockwise.
Campfire siteAlways check for any wildfire warnings in effect before making a fire.
Dry toiletRemember to bring toilet paper.
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 pointÄkäshotelli pysäköintialue
At intersections and campfire sites, there are signposts. The ski rails and winter routes are maintained by the municipality of Kolari. Check the condition of the ski trails and winter routes, as well as the opening hours of the cafés, on the Ylläs online map: https://kartta.yllas.fi/. By purchasing a map, you support the trails of Ylläs.
The winter trail takes you from Äkäshotelli across the ice of Lake Äkäslompolo towards a forested ascent. After the climb, the trail winds through the snowy forest and open mires and you’ll also catch a few glimpses of the fells between the trees.
Hangaskuru campfire shelter is a scenic place to warm up and take a break. The best part of winter riding starts after the hut, as the trail is slightly downhill and offers lots of curves and short uphill and downhill sections. This is mountain biking at its best!
Before you arrive at the Latvamaja, the route follows the edge of a mire along the borders of a national park, which are inhabited by animals throughout the year.
The early spring sunshine is sure to put a smile on your face. The gently rolling downhill section continues on to the amazing fell scenery at Kesänkijärvi lean-to shelter, which is a great place to see some Siberian jays and meet other hikers. From Kesänkijärvi, you’ll pedal beside the mire and back to the starting point.
End pointÄkäshotelli pysäköintialue