recommended route
From the fell to the village centre and back, Salla
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Sallatunturi, Salla- in the middle of nowherePhoto: Salla - in the middle of nowhere
The church trip can be done by hiking when staying in Salla instead of taking a vehicle. Visiting the centre of the village usually means visiting shops or offices, but it can also mean visiting the beautiful church in the style of a traditional Lappish hut. The hiking trail leaves from Sallatunturi at the shores of Keselmäjärvi lake and passes along the lush Ruuhijoki riverside to the village of Salla. The lean-tos along the route are excellent places to stop and enjoy snacks, or to just rest before arriving at the restaurants and grocery stores in the centre of the village.
To be considered:
- The route is classified as moderate
- The route is marked with low poles with red tops
- Be sure to pay attention to the route intersections; the route can be taken along the Ruuhijoki riverside or along the ski trail
- There are streams along the route where drinking water is available
Track types
Rest stops
Sallainen Caravan Café, SallaSafety information
- Choose the route according to your physical fitness, skills, and circumstances.
- Follow markings and signposts.
- Always keep a map and phone with you. You can also download the Salla routes to your phone via the CityNomadi app (maps pre-downloaded on your phone will also work in areas where there is no internet connection)
- Download the 112 app on your phone for any possible emergency situations. It is your obligation to stop and help if you notice someone needing assistance.
Tips and hints
Please remember the rules of litter-free hiking; everything that is taken into nature is also taken out. The hiker must not leave a trace in nature.Start
Turn-by-turn directions
Services on the trail: The path is marked until the underpass along Kuusamontie between the village of Salla and Sallatunturi with short poles with red tops. After the underpass, the route follows an illuminated ski trail until the Sirkka lean-to. Here you can choose whether to continue the route passing along the Ruuhijoki riverside or further on the ski trail. There is a lean-to along the route.
Trail conditions, related risks and recommended equipment: Many of the signs and route markers are difficult to see on the section following the trail’s starting point in the Sallatunturi fell area. The terrain is uneven in places, and there are a few steep sections. Recommended footwear: in the summer season, hiking boots or rubber boots.
Description of the natural environment: Mostly commercial forests.
Description of the cultural environment: Fell scenery near Sallatunturi.
Accessibility: Located between Salla village centre and Sallatunturi fell. At Salla village centre, the trail starts behind the school centre. At Sallatunturi Fell Centre, the trail starts from the caravan area. Signposts show the way to the trail.
Note
Public transport
Public-transport-friendly
The nearest airports are at Kuusamo (1.5 h) and Rovaniemi (2 h). There are shuttle buses connecting Kuusamo Airport and Salla, which link with almost every flight.
The nearest railway station is in Kemijärvi (1 h). There is a bus to Salla, which is timed to connect with the night train, Mon-Sat.
Getting there
Please see the description.Parking
Free parking near starting point.Coordinates
Equipment
- Hiking boots or rubber boots.Statistics
- 2 Waypoints
- 2 Waypoints
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