Discover the magic of Finland!
Experience Finland, discovering its unique places with their spectacular natural landscapes.
What does Finland have to offer you?
Discover Finland
Finland combines wilderness with modern innovation on 338,000 km² of Nordic land. Its 5.5 million inhabitants enjoy the world's best education system and the highest density of saunas on the planet - one for every two people.
Capital: Helsinki | Languages: Finnish, Swedish | Currency: Euro | Time zone: GMT+2
Geography and Territory
The Thousand Lakes
Finland is home to 188,000 lakes covering 10% of the country. Lake Saimaa, at 4,400 km², protects the world's only freshwater seal. Forests cover 75% of the country, making it the most forested country in Europe.
Main Regions
Finnish Lapland occupies a third of the country. Rovaniemi marks the beginning of the Arctic Circle. It is home to 180,000 people and 200,000 reindeer. The sun doesn't set for 73 days in summer and doesn't rise for 51 days in winter.
Helsinki and Capital Region has a population of 1.5 million. The architecture combines neoclassicism, art nouveau and contemporary design. The Helsinki archipelago includes 330 islands connected by ferries.
Lake District forms the largest lake system in Europe. Savonlinna, with its 15th-century Olavinlinna Castle, hosts Northern Europe's most prestigious opera festival every July.
Culture and Society
The Finnish Concept of Welfare
Sauna3.3 million saunas for 5.5 million inhabitants. The traditional temperature ranges from 80-100°C. Parliament has its own sauna where political agreements are negotiated. UNESCO declared it Intangible Heritage in 2020.
Education: No standardised testing until age 16. Teachers require a master's degree. Finland has topped the PISA rankings since 2000. Education is free from pre-school to doctoral level.
National Design: Marimekko has been dressing homes since 1951. Iittala has been producing glass since 1881. Alvar Aalto designed 500 buildings that define modern Finnish architecture. Helsinki's Design District brings together 200 shops and studios.
Plan Your Trip
When to Visit
Northern Lights: September-March with peak at equinoxes Midnight sun: May-August depending on latitude Skiing: December-April with guaranteed snow in Lapland
Navigation: June-September with warmer waters Fewer tourists: April-May and September-November.
Necessary Documentation
EU citizens: Valid ID card or passport. Schengen area allows free movement for 90 days. Health insurance: European Health Insurance Card covers basic care. Driving: Valid national driving licence, international driving licence recommended for non-EU nationals.
Relevant facts from Finland
📍 General Information
- Capital: Helsinki
- Area: 338,424 km².
- Population: 5.5 million
- Languages: Finnish and Swedish
- Currency: Euro (€)
🌡️ Climate
- Summer: 15-25°C
- Winter: -5 to -30°C
- Best aurora season: Sept-March
- Midnight sun: Jun-Jul
🏞️ Geography
- Lagos: 188,000
- Islands: 50,000
- Forests: 75% of the country
- National Parks: 40
🎯 World Rankings
- Happiest country: #1
- Education: Top 3
- Air quality: #1 Europe
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