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By Cart to the Arctic Circle Hiking Area

The Arctic Circle Hiking Area is located approx. 25 km north of the city of Rovaniemi along Road 4 (E75). The main starting points of the trails can be found close to the main road in Vaattunkiköngäs and Vikaköngäs. Makialampi parking area at Vaattunkiköngäs junction is also a possible starting point.

  • Vaattunkiköngäs parking area, Vaattunkikönkääntie 219, 96900 Vikajärvi. Winter maintenance. Space for around 40 cars.
  • Makialampi parking area, Sodankyläntie 2078, 96900 Rovaniemi. On Road 4 at Vaattunkikönkääntie junction. Winter maintenance. Space for around 15 cars.
  • Vikaköngäs parking area, Sodankyläntie 2508, 97510 Rovaniemi. The turn to the parking area is located on Road 4, near Vikajärvi village. Winter maintenance. Space for 10-15 cars in winter. There are 3 parking areas with no winter maintenance along the road leading to the lean-to. The road is kept open. In the snow-free season, space for around 40 to 50 cars.