Where to eat and what to do at Levi? Where are the greatest day trip destinations, as well as experiences or the best attractions? All these questions are easily answered by our experts.

Data protection

For now, our data protection information is only in Finnish. Please contact us, if you need help.

More info on our finnish page Tietosuoja (Data protection) | kittila.fi

Accessibility

For now, our accessibility information is only in Finnish. Please contact us, if you need help.

More info on our finnish page Saavutettavuus (Accessability) | kittila.fi

Safe travelling in Lapland

Planning a trip to Lapland? Discover essential safety tips to make your winter adventure safe and enjoyable. From preparing for extreme cold weather to navigating snowy landscapes and staying safe during popular activities like snowmobiling and Northern Lights hunting, this guide covers everything you need to know about staying safe in Lapland. Whether you’re traveling solo, with family, or as part of a group, our tips will help you enjoy a secure and unforgettable experience in the Arctic. Perfect for first-time travelers and seasoned explorers alike!

Administration and decision-making

The council is responsible for the operation and finances of the municipality, exercises the municipality's decision-making power and transfers its authority with the provisions of the administrative regulation. The municipal government is responsible for the preparation, implementation and monitoring of the legality of the council's decisions. The municipal government manages the operation, administration and finances of the municipality. The boards are institutions under the government.

Kittilä - basic information

Population: About 6,800 (at the end of 2023, source: Statistics Finland)
Province: Lapland province
Sub-district: Sub-district of Tunturi-Lap
Founded: 23.3.1868 Total area: 8,263.9 km2, of which 168.6 km2 is water (Source: Association of Finnish Cities and Municipalities / Finland's area by municipality on 1 January 2013)

Villages of Kittilä

There are more than 30 villages in Kittilä, while the number of inhabitants varies from less than ten to several hundred. The area of the municipality is large – the distance between the northernmost and southernmost villages is more than 140 kilometers.

Get to know Kittilä

Kittilä is pure gold in many different ways - nature, humanity, hospitality and being visionary are important things to us. We have the the world's cleanest air here. Large area (1/3) of the Finland's most popular national park, Pallas-Yllästunturi National Park, is in Kittilä. The municipality has several tourist and cultural attractions as well as nature sites.

Universities, postgraduate and continuing education

The Rovaniemi-based University of Lapland and Lapland's higher education institutions have been compiled into an easy-to-find Lapland University portal, where adult education services have also been presented.

The Lapland University of Applied Sciences and the Summer University of Lapland offer plenty of opportunities for postgraduate and supplementary studies. Universities of applied sciences offer online study opportunities.

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