The first ski slope in the snow country was opened on Ruka in 1954. Now there are 29 slopes for experienced skiers, beginners and children. If you are new to skiing, Ruka has the best ski school with over 180 experienced instructors.

For small skiers, the resort has children's slopes, where they ski for free and safely. For them, "fun rides and adventure routes" are arranged.


For a comfortable trip, many tourists prefer to use car rental services in Finland. The average cost of renting a car at Helsinki Airport is 18 euros per day, in Tampere the cost of renting a car is the same as in the city, although renting at the airport is usually cheaper.

On Ruka, all trails are interconnected. You can choose the best for yourself. For lovers of cross-country skiing and snowmobiling, hundreds of kilometers of excellent trails are equipped in this unique place.


In the spring of 2009, 8 thousand skiers visited the slopes in just one day - this was a kind of record of Ruka. All 20 lifts worked non-stop from morning until evening. Spring northern Finland means a lot of snow and a lot of sun.
In Russia, it is no longer possible to ride in the spring because of the stickiness of the snow, and in Finland you can have a great spring break. The roads in Finland are already dry in the spring, and it will not be difficult to get from the border to Ruka.

But if you want to save time, the area of ​​Kuusamo Airport near Ruka quadrupled in November 2009, and a new plane can land here every 20 minutes. The departure lounge has become more spacious and comfortable.



Ski equipment on Ruka is the most modern. Rental points offer modern models of skis, snowboards and snowmobiles. i)
In the spring in Finland, long daylight hours begin - up to 20 hours a day. The white nights are coming. The air temperature for skiing is the most suitable (plus). A bright day is enough to visit a deer farm, go on a snowmobile visit to the northern huskies and ride a dog sled.

Well, for a perfect holiday - go fishing and warm up in the sauna.
In the spring, various sports events take place on Ruka, such as the Spring Break ski festival.
And don't forget to buy Lappish souvenirs for your relatives and friends at the end of your spring break.