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Riisitunturi National Park

National park in Lapland, Finland

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Overview

Riisitunturi National Park is in the southern part of Finnish Lapland near Posio. The park covers an area of 77 km² and represents the fell and hill landscapes in Koillismaa. There are colourful hanging bogs on the slopes of the Riisitunturi Fell and scenery over the Lakes Kitkajärvet and the forest landscape of Posio. The snowy forests wintertime are worth seeing by themselves.

Where to eat, drink and stay

Drink2 places

Korpihilla Café and Delicacy Shop
Holtinojantie 5, 97985 Tolva, Posio
Korpihilla is in the village of Tolva next to the Riisintunturi National Park. Korpihilla offers home made delicacies made from local, natural ingredients. Their signature drink "Kuohuva Kuusenkerkkäjuoma" has won many awards. Their delicacies can be bought in gift packings.
Directions
Tolva, 400 m along the road north from the village, at the start of the Tolva–Riisi skiing track
Phone
+358 400-901-910
Website
korpihilla.fi
Tykky
Café. Souvenirs.
Hours
Mon–Fri 11:00–15:00
Directions
at the end of the gravel road towards Riisitunturi, at the trailheads at the park border
Phone
+358 45-133-4790
Website
tykky.fi

Sleep4 places

Lodging

Riisitunturi Open Wilderness HutFree
Price
Free
Directions
by the marked trail through the park, 2 km from the starting point, 650 m north-east of the peak of Riisitunturi
Website
nationalparks.fi
Karitunturi Ahmatupa Open Wilderness HutFree
Open wilderness hut near the trail southwards from the park. Pets not allowed.
Price
Free
Directions
on the western slopes of Iso Karitunturi, at the mire protection area's western border
Website
nationalparks.fi
Karitunturi Day Trip HutFree
Former firewatcher hut, intended for breaks.
Price
Free
Directions
at the top of Iso Karitunturi
Website
nationalparks.fi
Wilderness hotel Kirikeskus€100, 4-person room €135; pet +€20, half board +€30, full board +42.50/person
The resort by Kirintövaara. Lakeside hotel. Restaurant. Canoes and small boats for rent. Programme services. Ski slopes.
Price
€100, 4-person room €135; pet +€20, half board +€30, full board +42.50/person
Address
Kiririnteentie 1
Directions
info@kirikeskus.fi
Phone
+358 40-836-7217
Website
kirikeskus.fi

Getting there and around

Getting there

The main entrance to the park ("Riisitunturi") is about 30 km from the centre of Posio by road.5 km before Tolva. In winter there is a skiing track from Tolva to this entrance and to the Riisitunturi wilderness hut.

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Getting around

There are hiking and skiing routes in the park. You are allowed to walk and ski outside the trails, except for possible restricted areas.

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Itineraries

UKK Trail

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UnderstandVisitors have to be able to take care of themselves, at least in the winter, as the area is remote and wilderness-like.

Get inThe main entrance to the park ("Riisitunturi") is about 30 km from the centre of Posio by road.5 km before Tolva. In winter there is a skiing track from Tolva to this entrance and to the Riisitunturi wilderness hut.

Fees and permitsThere are no entry or hiking fees. Using the huts is also free. Picking berries and edible mushrooms is allowed.

Get aroundThere are hiking and skiing routes in the park. You are allowed to walk and ski outside the trails, except for possible restricted areas.

SeeThe snow crown loads in winter and hanging bogs are the main attraction, in winter and summer respectively. The latter can be seen on all the routes in the Riisitunturi area.

DoThere are no accessible trails or other services suitable for the disabled in the park.

BuySome souvenirs can be found in the cafés.

EatThe stove of the open wilderness huts and the day hut can be used for cooking. Open fire can be used at the lean-to shelters and campfire sites (unless there is a wildfire warning). A portable stove can be used anywhere.

DrinkThe water in the brook and lakes has not been tested, use your judgement. Boil it for a minute or two or use water from the customer service points if unsure.

SleepThe open wilderness huts offers shelter for independent hikers free of charge. The huts have wood-fired stoves for warmth and the Ahmatupa hut also a gas stove for cooking. No bedding or mattresses, nor electricity.

Stay safeBe sure to understand the implications of travelling in cold weather, if you are going to the park in wintertime without experienced guides taking the responsibility.

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Guide text adapted from the Wikivoyage article "Riisitunturi National Park" by its contributors, available under CC BY-SA 4.0. Read on Wikivoyage · Contributors · CC BY-SA 4.0
Summary from the Wikipedia article "Riisitunturi National Park", available under CC BY-SA 4.0. Wikipedia
Photo: Harrim, CC BY-SA 3.0 via Wikimedia Commons

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Sources and licences

Guide text adapted from the Wikivoyage article "Riisitunturi National Park" by its contributors, available under CC BY-SA 4.0. Read on Wikivoyage · Contributors · CC BY-SA 4.0

Summary from the Wikipedia article "Riisitunturi National Park", available under CC BY-SA 4.0. Wikipedia

Photo: Harrim, CC BY-SA 3.0 via Wikimedia Commons

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