Overview
Ruka is northern Finland's premier ski resort, ranking second only to Levi in skier visits with 549,000 registered nights annually. The resort offers over 200 skiing days per year—among the longest seasons in Finland—with the First Snow Track opening in early October and slopes staying open until early May.
Family Travel · Festivals · Nature · Skiing · Trekking
Before you go
Accommodation
Options range from free wilderness huts to luxury hotels. Book ski season accommodations well in advance.
Activities
35 slopes, 125 km cross-country tracks, World Cup events, safari operators, and 80-km Karhunkierros hiking trail.
Money
Finland uses the Euro (€). ATMs available; credit cards widely accepted. Budget accommodations and self-catering keep costs manageable.
Transport
Kuusamo Airport is 23 km south; pre-booked airport buses connect to Ruka. Bus services from Matkahuolto.fi/en.
Weather
Ski season October-early May (200+ days). Winter temperatures drop to -20°C or below. Summer hiking season peaks June-September.