Mikkeli to Saariselkä

Updated: March 13, 2024 05:25 PM

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Mikkeli to Saariselkä

Language

The official languages of Finland are Finnish and Swedish. However, English is widely spoken in tourist areas, including Saariselkä.

Currency

The official currency of Finland is the euro (€).

Distance

The distance between Mikkeli and Saariselkä is approximately 600 kilometers (373 miles).

How to Reach

There are several ways to reach Saariselkä from Mikkeli:

• By car: The drive takes about 7 hours.
• By train: There are several trains daily from Mikkeli to Rovaniemi, where you can transfer to a bus to Saariselkä. The train journey takes about 5 hours, and the bus journey takes about 2 hours.
• By plane: There are no direct flights from Mikkeli to Saariselkä. However, you can fly from Helsinki to Ivalo Airport, which is about 100 kilometers (62 miles) from Saariselkä.

Expenses

The cost of traveling from Mikkeli to Saariselkä will vary depending on the mode of transportation and the time of year. However, you can expect to spend between €50 and €200 on transportation.

Best time to go

The best time to visit Saariselkä is during the winter months, when you can enjoy activities such as skiing, snowboarding, and snowshoeing. However, Saariselkä is also a beautiful place to visit during the summer months, when you can enjoy hiking, fishing, and kayaking.

What to Eat

There are many great restaurants in Saariselkä, serving a variety of Finnish and international cuisine. Some of the most popular dishes include:

• Reindeer meat
• Arctic char
• Cloudberries
• Lingonberries

Where to Go

There are many things to see and do in Saariselkä, including:

• Visiting the Urho Kekkonen National Park
• Going skiing or snowboarding at Saariselkä Ski Resort
• Taking a dog sledding or snowmobile tour
• Visiting the Saariselkä Reindeer Park

FAQ

Here are some frequently asked questions about traveling from Mikkeli to Saariselkä:

• Do I need a visa to travel to Saariselkä? Citizens of the European Union, the United States, and Canada do not need a visa to travel to Finland.
• What is the weather like in Saariselkä? Saariselkä has a subarctic climate, with cold winters and mild summers. The average temperature in January is -10°C, and the average temperature in July is +15°C.
• Is Saariselkä a safe place to travel? Yes, Saariselkä is a very safe place to travel. There is a low crime rate, and the people are friendly and welcoming.

*Distance calculation may be aerial distance.

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