Early summer has arrived in Finnish Lapland, and with it comes one of the region’s most distinctive natural phenomena: the Midnight Sun. In Rovaniemi, the official Midnight Sun period begins in early June and continues until early July, when the sun remains above the horizon around the clock. When you visit Rovaniemi and Lapland at this time of year, you get a chance to experience the landscape in a completely different light – pun intended!

For travellers staying in Levi, it’s easy to enjoy well-marked trails and nearby scenery. But if you’re looking to step beyond the resort and experience Lapland’s natural landscape in a deeper way, you may want to consider Beyond Arctic’s full-day trip to Pallas-Ylläs National Park. This guided adventure combines Arctic exploration, practical outdoor skills, and time to simply observe the environment at a slower pace – not to mention the views from the top of the fell!

The shortest winter days are now in the rear-view mirror. From January onwards, winter in Rovaniemi takes on a new rhythm. Daylight stretches a little further each day, and the snowy landscapes of Finnish Lapland become easier to explore.

If you’re planning a trip to Finnish Lapland and wondering where to spend your time, the small arctic village of Levi is a destination worth putting at the top of your list. Levi is best known for its winter scenery, relaxed atmosphere and easy access to nature.

Just a short drive from Rovaniemi, you can find landscapes that feel untouched by time: the deep Korouoma canyon, frozen lakes and rivers, old-growth forests, and waterfalls that defy the cold by continuing to flow even in the middle of winter.