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Hiking in Lapland – Äkässaivo Nature Trail Near Pallas-Yllästunturi National Park
Saivonkierros nature trail in Ylläs Lapland leads you through a pine forest to a steep rock Seitapahta and a ravine lake surrounded by rocks, Äkässaivo. Äkässaivo is located just at the border of…
Hikes in Ylläs, Finland - Beautiful Aakenustunturi Fell
Aakenustunturi fell rises in western Kittilä, right next to Ylläs, in Pallas-Yllästunturi National Park in Lapland. Aakenustunturi fell has three high peaks, Pallilaki (565 m / 1854 ft), Moloslaki…
The Best Lightweight Hiking and Backpacking Gear In Fall (2024)
Updated September 2, 2024. The article contains affiliate links* … The long-distance fall hike is the most wonderful hike of the year. The best hiking season in the Nordics begins in the middle of…
Kungsleden: Hiking from Nikkaluokta to Alesjaure in Majestic Scenery
Kungsleden, or King's Trail, is the most famous hiking trail in northern Sweden. The hiking trail is over 400 kilometers (249 miles) long, going from Abisko to Hemavan through rugged landscapes. The…
Lake Luirojärvi Hike: Beautiful Urho Kekkonen National Park in Lapland
Lake Luirojärvi Trail in Urho Kekkonen National Park, in Lapland Finland is a year-round classic hike. The route goes through the peak of Kiilopää fell to Lake Luirojärvi and Sokosti fell in…
Hiking in Lapland: Amazing Malla Strict Nature Reserve and Kitsiputous Falls
Malla Strict Nature Reserve is located in the beautiful Kilpisjärvi area in Lapland, Finland. It offers incredible experiences in nature even on a short day hike. The most famous sights of the Malla…
Hi I'm Aino!
I'm Aino, a happy trail runner and solo hiker & adventurer from Finland - the land of thousands of lakes, forests and mosquitoes. Finland is home to the happiest people in the world. I think it's because of the thousands of forests and lakes, not sure about the mosquitoes.
I write about nature in Finland and other Nordic countries. I hike deep in the green forests, admire the beauty of the autumn foliage in the silent fells, run through the windy wilderness and climb the majestic mountains. I'll tell you about the finest trails, the peace and quiet of nature and share tips on hiking and gear - from lightweight hiking to ultralight running adventures.
I'm all for holistic, accessible Nordic wellbeing. Its pillars are fitness and nutrition that are suitable for you, nature and living a life that looks like you. I want to encourage you to connect with nature and to exercise in nature without the pressure to perform. I hope you find joy, benefit and inspiration!
Welcome to the trails with me!
