The Best Time To Visit

Finland in winter, especially January and February, is characterized by intense cold, -15 ° C in the south to -30 ° C in the north, with a subdued natural light or almost absent in around the end of December during the day. The summer after the spring, from May until September, offers a unique spectacle, the famous "midnight sun". Day, with its 15 ° C in the north and 20 ° C in the south, makes this season a great time to stay there.

Explorers, sportsmen, ecologists, lovers, all types of tourists will be served in Finland. Lapland, the northern region which is also part of the country has the optimal conditions to welcome skiers with trails suitable for every level, beginners as bold. But the station Koli, located in North Karelia, or that of Ruka in Kuusamo, however, are no exception.

Explore new horizons is possible hiking or walking the bike paths Ruun the most classic and Karhunkierros Lemmenjoki, circuits are not to be missed for lovers of great expedition. To erect a tent and camping are available in that one respects the nature. Canoeing thing is possible at sea or in lakes around Turunmaa or the Aland archipelago during the summer. The more daring may venture into the falls in Lapland or the North Karelia in summer.

Countries with endless species of flowers and faun, enthusiasts of nature are particularly spoiled with arborized regions where living mammals of all kinds and all sizes of elk and deer to beavers, but also several species of birds.

Helsinki, the capital of Finland, whose architecture is one of the best preserved from all over Europe with no skyscrapers can disrupt this harmony, which houses several museums is that of Ateneum with collections of works art Finnish carefully preserved since the nineteenth century, or that of Raitioliikennemuseo, guardian of the tram and other former transportation and much more. The Church of the Rock is simply remarkable in its structure evolves a rock with a gospel choir is beautifully sung. Turku, whose test of time and fires did not affect the charm, is also a living museum of the Cathedral, or the Castle and LuostarinmÄki, an outdoor museum which illustrated the craftspeople and designers in full demonstration.

Make a detour to Åland, which has over 6 400 islands, of which Sound is the area of the main island, in which stands the Castle Kastelhom and Rauma, World Heritage Site to have kept its pace of " wooden town in which activated yet lace makers, goldsmiths and other skilled hands and also the general market to be able to taste the pleasure of a psytcaffe. But St. John is the most popular holiday to celebrate the longest day of the year as drinks and songs with the rock festival and jazz festival a world class during the month of July. Pubs and clubs are open for partygoers, if the traditional Santa Claus awaits you with various shopping and entertainment to welcome Christmas.

To visit the country, the national identity card is sufficient for the residents of the European Union. Beyond three months of attendance in the Finnish soil, a statement from the local authority is essential. The visa is still required for passage through Russian territory. Some famous international hotels are available for stays longer than comfortable, some offering average rates and are open on a budget, and campsites and tents are allowed in wilderness, small hostels are located all over for greet visitors at modest resource. Similarly for the restoration, you will find great restaurants with fine dishes with venison pate or grilled salmon and more popular you rather serve burgers and kebabs.

Health side, a European health insurance is wearable. Pharmacies and medical facilities are installed in each city, and information are to be taken from the hotel reception. For those who have chosen routes in parks, it is necessary to procure anti-mosquito. Alcoholic beverages are consumed in more moderation than their sale is somewhat limited, as is their consumption. Also comply with the rules governing the country and prohibit any importation of alcohol.

Twenty international airlines can travel to Finland by landing in Helsinki. In addition to scheduled flights of Finnair and SAS, daily connections also link some 20 cities. Ferries and Trains correspondence with other countries around. The bus is the primary means of locomotion to be able to visit the most remote locations.