Timeline
13:21
Check the route to Sukulanrakka. The site is 22 km south of Rovaniemi. Drive along road 926 past Rautionsaari, turn left onto the forest road Hiidenkirnuntie, and follow it to the end. Continue on the circle trail on foot. There is no public transportation.
14:06
Arrive at the Sukulanrakka Giant's Kettles. The site is open 24/7 and free to enter. Wander the nature trail with stairs and rough sections to find the fourteen giant's kettles, including the three very deep ones. The low winter sun will begin to cast long shadows across the slopes.
14:36
Watch the sunset. The sun sets toward the SSW at 14:36. The light fades quickly, but the contrast between the low sun and the dark rock formations is striking. Stay for the final moments of daylight.
15:21
End your visit. The area is remote with no facilities on site. Drive back towards Rovaniemi for dinner and warm drinks.
Local tip
It gets dark very quickly after sunset in January. Bring a torch or headlamp for the walk back to the car and the drive home.
Check before you go
- The site is free, but shelter facilities cost €30/10 people or €50 for bigger groups.
- Roads may be icy. Check conditions before driving on Hiidenkirnuntie.
Built from places in the Wikivoyage guide to Rovaniemi (CC BY-SA 4.0), with open map data from OpenStreetMap contributors (ODbL).