Timeline
19:15
Walk up to Kaunispään torni for the best vantage point. The 25-minute climb is worth it to catch the last golden light of the day reflecting off the snow and trees.
19:55
Head down to Pirkon Pirtti for dinner. It is the most famous restaurant in Saariselkä, known for its delightful log fires and delicious traditional dishes. Since it is hard to find a vacant table, arrive as soon as you can after the view.
21:00
End the night with a drink at Saariselän Panimo. This local microbrewery is an authentically Finnish place in character. Try Jellona Terwasnapsi, the home-brewed tar-flavored schnapps, to warm up after the evening chill.
Local tip
Kaunispään torni is a 25-minute walk from the anchor. The golden light starts at 19:45, so plan your arrival accordingly. Pirkon Pirtti opens at 15:00, so it will be open for your dinner. Saariselän Panimo hours are not specified, so check the route or call ahead for late-night availability.
Check before you go
- Pirkon Pirtti hours: Mo-Su 15:00-23:00.
- Kaunispään torni is a 25-minute walk from the anchor.
Built from places in the Wikivoyage guide to Saariselkä (CC BY-SA 4.0), with open map data from OpenStreetMap contributors (ODbL).