Winter in Ruka-Kuusamo is full of fun!

Holidaymakers in wintry Finland are already familiar with Ruka’s well-groomed slopes and Kuusamo’s extensive ski trail network. However, as great as these are, Ruka-Kuusamo’s true trump card is the region’s diverse adventure and activity offering all year round.

Besides the adventures presented on this page, we warmly recommend to take a look at our extensive Event & Activity Calendar.

Lapset pulkkailemassa Ruka-Kuusamossa, kuva Harri Tarvainen

Snow sledding

Snow sledding in Ruka-Kuusamo is free of charge with the exception of Snow Tubing in Rosa & Rudolf Family Park.

Snow Racing on Ski Slopes

Snow racing on the slopes of Ruka, slopes numbers 5, 16 and 18, in the evenings from Saturday to Thursday from 7.30 p.m. to 9.30 p.m. after the slopes have closed for skiers.

Snowmobiles

In Kuusamo, you can rent a snowmobile or participate in a guided snowmobile safari. We have lots of maintaned snowmobile routes and an area for those who enjoy freeride snowmobiling.