Rovaniemi: Santa Claus Village at the Arctic Circle

VIDEO: Santa Claus Village at the arctic circle in Rovaniemi in Lapland, Finland

Finnish Lapland is the land of Santa Claus and Rovaniemi is the Official hometown of Santa Claus. A great range of activities is waiting for you in Rovaniemi and its region, from snowmobiling to husky-pulled sleigh rides. And of course, your meeting with Santa Claus in his village on the Arctic Circle will make your stay even more unforgettable. Meet the Santa’s Pets and the reindeer of Father Christmas.

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