Saariselkä, located in Northern Lapland, is a versatile tourist centre and a lively village offering a wide variety of services. The Urho Kekkonen National Park extends all the way from the village to Koilliskairas where locals, as well as our visitors, explore the park's unforgettable nature

In the middle of the fells near Urho Kekkonen National Park is an international tourist center which has managed to retain its human touch, hospitality and genuine Lapp mentality. Tourism has long traditions in Saariselkä and the tourist enterprises in the area know what it takes for a successful holiday!

In addition to high-standard services, Saariselkä offers a network of well-marked hiking, ski and biking trails. The area's colorful gold history also attracts tourists. Guided gold-panning excursions are arranged to Laanila and Ivalojoki.

Saariselkä is located in the municipality of Inari, which has about 7,700 inhabitants. There are approximately 2,200 Sámi Lapps living in Inari.