Road Genius compares campervan rentals across Finland so you can choose the right vehicle for your Arctic Circle road trip. Rovaniemi, the capital of Lapland, is the main hub. Many international visitors also start in Helsinki or Oulu and drive north on the E75 highway. Summer brings the Midnight Sun, winter brings polar night and snow—plan your trip dates carefully.
Period | Avg High °F / °C | Good time? |
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Dec–Feb (Mid-winter) | 14 °F / -10 °C | Mostly no—very cold, limited daylight |
Mar–Apr (Late winter) | 28 °F / -2 °C | Maybe—northern lights visible, still snow |
May–Jun | 54–64 °F / 12–18 °C | Yes—snow melted, few insects in May |
Jul–Aug | 64–70 °F / 18–21 °C | Yes—warmest weather, midnight sun |
Sep–Oct | 37–50 °F / 3–10 °C | Yes—autumn colors, fewer crowds |
Nov | 23 °F / -5 °C | Mostly no—difficult road conditions, short days |
Place | Facilities | Pros | Cons |
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Santa Claus Holiday Village RV Area | Full hook-ups | Next to Arctic Circle line, shops nearby, open year-round | Very popular, book 2+ months ahead in summer |
Ounaskoski Camping (city center) | Water+Electric | Walking distance to restaurants and museums, riverside sauna | Limited spaces, maximum vehicle length 10 m |
Napapiirin RV Park | Full hook-ups | Quiet forest location 10 km north, good view for northern lights | No public transport, must book online |
Vikaköngäs Rest Area (free) | None | Beautiful rapids view, toilets, covered fire pit, 1 night allowed under Everyman's Right law | No drinking water, small vehicles only |
Forest camping under "Everyman's Right" law | None | Free, quiet, legal if 150 m from houses and for 1 night only | No services, must clean up completely |