Why to Muonio?

5 reasons to choose Muonio:

1. Muonio is surrounded by fells, so the distance to go slalom skiing, cross-country skiing or hiking to Olos, Pallas, Ylläs and Levi is quite short. Also the Pallas-Ylläs National Park is near and it is a good option for skiers and trekkers to visit.
2. Idylllic and peaceful option. Although tourism is the main industry in Muonio, the athmosphere is quiet and relaxed. The village is perfect for those who seeks tranqulity. In addition to that in Muonio the air is the freshest in the whole Europe.
3. Hikers', paddlers', cross-country skiers' and fishermen's bliss. Around Muonio there is a good variety of one day hiking treks. The rivers and streams with fish are numerous, all of them clean, of course and offer memorable experiences in the nature for paddlers and fishermen. For cross-country skiers Muonio offers one of the most longest skiing track networks in Finland and the tracks are open from the first snow in October to the end of April. 
4. Lots of activities available. Whether you are interested in photograping, walking with snow shoes, snowmobiling, birdwatching or spending your time in a fire place enjoying the nature, it is possible in Muonio.
5. Muonio is on your way. Whether you are on your way to South or North, Muonio is a good place to stop and spend a night because of its location.

Useful links:

Information about the area and possibilities:

• Fell Lapland
• Guided fishing trips

Happenings in the area:

• Wild water rafting competition 18.6.2011 at 12-
• The traditional midnight fest in Harriniva 24.6.2011
• Midnight Sun Canoeing 27.6.-3.7.2011
• Children fishing competition 26.7.2011 in Pekonen at 18-18.30
• Salmon fishing competition 27.-30.7.2011
• Triathlon for ladies 31.7.2011
• Ruska marathon 3.9. at Levi
• RuskaRock and Culture Festival at Olos 8.-17.9.
• Olos food fest 10.9.-17.9.
• Arranged trips and program in National Park Pallas 12.9.-16.9.2011
• Shaman competition in Muonio 16.9.2011

Travelling:

• Bus timetables
• Train timetables
• Finnair
• Bue1
• airBaltic
• Connections from and to the domestic flights
• Car rentals:
• Avis
• Europcar
• Hertz

More information, prices, reservations

Lomamaja Pekonen
+358 40 - 550 84 36, info(at)lomamajapekonen.fi