"Heading to the Arctic north at this time of year usually means Santa, Northern Lights and reindeer but Culture Trip's Cassam Looch explored two destinations offering something very different. I can't lie, my initial excitement at visiting Finland in the winter was almost entirely based around the prospect of seeing the Northern Lights. After a series of near misses, I thought this would be the trip where I finally caught a satisfying glimpse of the spectacular natural phenomenon in the sky."
"As I flew into Helsinki, I was overjoyed to see the vast swathes of snow-covered fields and frozen lakes below me. Having previously visited Lapland in the middle of summer a few years ago, this landscape felt like a proper Finnish experience. Like most visitors to the Nordic country, I was flying to the capital but I wouldn't be there for too long. Taking advantage of the exceptional rail network in Finland, I was hopping on a VR trains service"
Winter in Finland offers snowy fields, frozen lakes and the chance to see the Northern Lights alongside traditional Lapland elements such as Santa and reindeer. Finland's rail network delivers clean, efficient, and weather-resilient connections between Helsinki and northern regions. Saunas, lakes and Nordic pastimes remain central attractions, while an emerging food scene and centuries of culture add depth to visits. The Lakeland region and Jyväskylä prominently feature Alvar Aalto's distinctive architecture, which continues to influence local design. Local restaurants provide regional cuisine experiences that complement natural and cultural highlights.
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