
Winter season: from 22.11.2026
(closed 9.10-21.11.2026)
- Winter and high season prices are different.
- Wake up to pure Arctic air and endless river views.
Step into a traditional Finnish sauna with panoramic views to the river.
Then do what Finns have always done: roll in the snow or jump into an ice hole. Yes, really. - Share stories with locals. Nature all around you, yet the city is just 1.2 km away. One price. One stay. Everything included.
Accommodation, snow, silence, Sauna, the river, ice- swimming, Fire, Christmas spirit, New Years and Local life. Hopefully Aurora Borealis, you never know (already many times this winter at our area, see the photos).This is not just a place to stay.
This is Lapland as it is lived. 🌌

Reception- winter season:
Text or call +358504329965 about 1-2 hours before arrival
Our staff is actively working in the area!
Winter season starts 22.11.2026
WELCOME to the heart and the soul of Rovaniemi
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Location
Come and experience Rovaniemi’s most desired riverside location. Jäämerentie 1, 96200 Rovaniemi. N 66° 29′ 50”, E 25° 44′ 35”
- Right on the Kemijoki River, between two bridges. Distances: City Centrum 1,2km (restaurants, shopping malls, museums, shops) Ounasvaara´s nature, skiing centrum 1,3km, Santa Claus Village at the Arctic Circle is only 8 km(buses from the city or book a private transfer with us). Jäämerentie 1, 96200 Rovaniemi.
The prices include:
- 2 persons
- the place for your camper or a caravan with one car
- electricity
- the use of our service building with showers, toilets and kitchen
- Public sauna times (times could change during high season)
- ice swimming experience
- Access to the riverside bonfire hut (kota)
- View of Rovaniemi City’s New Year’s Eve fireworks 30.12-1.1
- Waste disposal, chem and grey water disposal
- Refill water
- entry to the cafeteria-bar
- We have 2 new sauna spas with access to swim at the river, jacuzzi, newly renovated kitchen area and an outdoor fireplace. Come and stay in our 2 new cottage or in a luxury caravan. Reservations +358504329965 or via email ounaskoskicamping@gmail.com
Send us questions and collaboration inquiries via email, thank you.
A traveler's paradise can be found in Rovaniemi at Ounaskoski Camping
Ounaskoski Camping is located in Rovaniemi, the capital of Lapland and the official hometown of Santa Claus. You can find us in the most beautiful area of the city center, on the eastern shore of the Kemijoki River.
All services from one place
Welcome to Ounaskoski Camping!
We warmly welcome you to our campsite!
Here you can read answers to our frequently asked questions.
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How do we access the campsite?
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Drive along the main road E75 (E4) toward Rovaniemi.
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Turn onto road 78 (Ranua–Kajaani) — continue toward the city center.
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Cross the Jätkänkynttilä Bridge, and immediately after the bridge, turn right toward Ounaskoski Camping.
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Drive about 0.5 km from the bridge to Jäämerentie 1.
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Until when is the campsite open in the autumn?
Our campsite is open until September. We are actively working towards year-round opening hours.
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How do you take sustainable tourism into account in your operations?
We take care of recycling on our site, prioritize domestic products in our shop, are committed to developing sustainable tourism, and incorporate local culture and Lapland heritage into our operations.
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What services are included in your basic fee?
Our basic fee includes everything you need: restroom facilities, showers, public sauna sessions, dishwashing and laundry facilities, a cooking shelter, greywater and waste water disposal, and fresh water refills.
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Do I need to notify you of my arrival in advance?
We recommend making a reservation in advance, especially during the busiest seasons.
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