Discover Ylläs

Discover Ylläs and its 8 seasons

First snow

There are things to do in Ylläs for every season – and in Lapland, there are eight! Here we introduce you to the seasons and their specialties. Tip: The Northern Lights can be seen in clear skies from August to April.


The first snow lays its white blanket on Ylläs in October-November and gives a glimpse of the winter to come.


At night, temperatures drop below freezing, making mornings sparkling crystal clear with frosted trees and ground. The late autumn sun still warms hikers during the day, and the dark night sky sets the stage for awe-inspiring displays of the Northern Lights.


First snow activities in Ylläs

  • Ski the long distance
  • Hiking
  • Horse riding
  • Aurora Borealis
  • Photography

Month: October, November


Polar night


At the beginning of winter, daylight diminishes and the polar night sets in. The sun's rays on the horizon are sparse, but of a single color.


The twilight of the polar night embodies the mystical magic of Lapland and is ideal for relaxing indoors, cozying up next to a fireplace, and tuning into the quiet surroundings. Outside, the Northern Lights illuminate the darkness on a clear night.


Polar night activities in Ylläs


  • Snowmobile
  • Chute
  • Horse riding
  • Aurora Borealis
  • Winter bike
  • Photography
  • Winter swimming
  • Cable car
  • Huskies
  • Bowling
  • Downhill skiing
  • Snowshoes
  • Ski the long distance

Month: December

Midwinter


After New Year's, the days slowly start to get longer. The increasing amount of light encourages people to be active – on colder days, gentle excursions into nature are perfect while milder temperatures are ideal for excursions on the cross-country ski and/or snowshoe trails.


In the middle of winter, there are many marked trails in the Ylläs region for all hiking enthusiasts and an international atmosphere can be felt in the villages.


Winter activities in Ylläs


  • Snowmobile
  • Chute
  • Horse riding
  • Aurora Borealis
  • Winter bike
  • Photography
  • Winter swimming
  • Cable car
  • Huskies
  • Bowling
  • Downhill skiing
  • Racket
  • Ski the long distance

Month: January, February


Early Spring


Ylläs is flooded with light in early spring, as the sun's rays reflect off the sparkling white snowdrifts.


It's a beautiful time on the slopes, ski slopes and nature trails: smiling outdoor lovers enjoy their time with a hot cup of backpack or wild coffee, and even forest animals head to the villages to enjoy the bustle of spring.


Early Spring Activities in Ylläs


  • Snowmobile
  • Chute
  • Ice fishing
  • Horse riding
  • Aurora Borealis
  • Winter bike
  • Photography
  • Winter swimming
  • Cable car
  • Huskies
  • Bowling
  • Downhill skiing
  • Racket
  • Ski the long distance

Month: March, April


Source


As spring progresses, the snow melts and flows in small streams down the mountainsides to lakes and rivers freed from their ice cover. Reindeer give birth and migratory birds return to Lapland after their winter travels.

Hiking in the cool conditions of May-June is ideal for admiring nature waking up from winter sleep and gently preparing for summer bloom.

Spring activities in Ylläs

  • Canoe
  • Disc golf
  • Hiking
  • Bird watching
  • Fishing
  • Photography

Month: May


Night without night


The most symbolic phenomenon of summer in Lapland is the nightless night, also known as the midnight sun, during which time should not be spent sleeping but exploring nature.


Summer nights are pleasant and cool and nature is alive with life. The peaks are ideal places to admire the midnight sun and the vast, endless landscape.


Nightlife without night in Ylläs


  • Trail running
  • Horse riding
  • Cycling
  • Meal with friends
  • Photography
  • Disc golf
  • Cable car
  • Fishing
  • Canoe
  • Hiking

Month: June, July


Harvest


Harvest season in Lapland means picking berries and mushrooms as well as hunting and fishing. These traditions are cherished and nature's harvests are stored for the long winter ahead.

The days are warm and the nights are cool, and the Northern Lights season begins on the first dark nights of autumn – the best shows of the year are often seen at this time.

Harvest season activities in Ylläs

  • Hiking
  • Cycling
  • Trail running
  • Horse riding
  • Aurora Borealis
  • Photography
  • Disc golf
  • Cable car
  • Fishing
  • Berries / Mushrooms
  • Canoe

Month: August


​​​​​​​​Colors of autumn


The spectacular colour of the autumn leaves is an annual highlight in Ylläs. Clear September mornings tempt hikers to admire the picturesque natural landscape of the national park.


The cool days are ideal for outdoor living, and the colorful terrain can be experienced in a number of ways: one chooses a brisk bike ride, the other a relaxing stroll.


Colors of autumn activities in Ylläs

  • Hiking
  • Cycling
  • Trail running
  • Horse riding
  • Aurora Borealis
  • Photography
  • Disc golf
  • Cable car
  • Fishing
  • Berries / Mushrooms
  • Canoe

Month: September

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