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A log cabin nestled among trees, with another building in the background.
AddressPallas-Yllästunturin kansallispuisto, Kittilä. Euref-Fin (~ WGS84) lat: 67° 40.7487' lon: 24° 22.5608' ETRS-TM35FIN P: 7509448m I: 388815m

A modest open wilderness hut is available year-round. The open wilderness hut is situated on the west side of Aakenustunturi Fell on the eastern shore of Lake Pyhäjärvi.

The open wilderness hut is a shared and free resting and overnight place for independent hikers (not for companies). You can stay in wilderness huts for one or two nights without a reservation. Be prepared for the possibility that there may not be enough space to sleep in the hut.

Facilities:

  • Sleeping places for 3.
  • Fireplace.
  • No drinking water point. Water from natural sources must be purified before drinking.
  • No waste management. Take your own waste out of the area.
  • Bring your own cooking utensils.
  • Pets are allowed in the hut only with the consent of other users.

Contact information

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