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Aurora walking trail in Urho Kekkonen National Park.
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The Aurora walking trail near the center of Saariselkä takes the walker directly into the embrace of nature in Urho Kekkonen National Park in all seasons.
easy
Distance 2.3 km
1:00 h
22 m
22 m
301 m
279 m
On the Aurorapolku, there is an opportunity to enjoy the midnight sun and the nightless night. On the route, you can feel the touch of winter nature and the atmosphere of the polar night. In clear weather, there is also the possibility to gaze at the northern starry sky or admire the wonderful northern lights. The trail guides the walker to experience the northern twilight coniferous forest and to see the headwaters of the Lutto River. The resting hut along the trail offers excellent conditions for nature observation, protecting from frost, blizzards, rain, and mosquitoes.
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Kristiina Aikio
Difficulty
easy
Overall difficulty
easy
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Highest point
301 m
Lowest point
279 m
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Dirt road
2 km
Forested/wild trail
61 m
Path
68 m
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152 m
Safety information
The trail is not illuminated, so for winter walks, it is advisable to take a flashlight. Because the Aurorapolku is not illuminated, in winter you should take a torch along.
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The Aurorapolku starts from the Saariselkä starting gate of the national park. The circular trail runs along the edge of the fell gorge on the east side of the Lutto River. It is advisable to allow at least one hour to complete the Aurorapolku, which is open year-round. The total length of the trail is 2.1 km. The trail is also very suitable for walking with children. The trail is gravelled but due to elevation changes is not suitable for wheelchair users. The trail is not illuminated, so for winter walks, it is advisable to take a flashlight. The trail can be walked in both directions.
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Aurora walking trail in Urho Kekkonen National Park.
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68.418253, 27.427172
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68°25'05.7"N 27°25'37.8"E
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The trail is not illuminated, so for winter walks, it is advisable to take a flashlight. The trail is plowed in winter.Localization
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Aurora trail in Urho Kekkonen National Park
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Difficulty
easy
2.2 km
1:00 h
23 m
23 m
The Aurora walking trail near the center of Saariselkä takes the traveler directly into the embrace of nature in Urho Kekkonen National Park all year round.
Difficulty
easy
Overall difficulty
easy
Derived from the technical difficulty and the stamina requirements.
Distance
2.3 km
Duration
1:00 h
Ascent
22 m
Descent
22 m
Highest point
301 m
Lowest point
279 m
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