Timeline
16:15
Check the route to Tuntsa. The Devil's Church is 100 km from the centre and the trail is demanding.
16:30
Find a place to eat or drink on the way. No food or drink options are listed in the immediate context, so grab supplies before you head out.
17:00
Walk the duckboard trail to the Devil's Church. The stones are strongly magnetic and the view is stark. Arrive early to settle in.
17:30
Watch the sun set toward the WSW. The golden light starts at 16:07, painting the landscape in warm tones before the sun disappears at 17:30.
18:15
Head back. It is dark shortly after sunset. Check the route for your return trip.
Local tip
The trail is considered demanding. Wear sturdy boots and bring a headlamp for the return walk after sunset.
Check before you go
- The Devil's Church is 100 km from the centre. Plan your travel time accordingly.
- On 15 October, sunset is at 17:30. It will be dark quickly after the sun goes down.
- No food or drink shops are listed near the site. Bring your own snacks and water.
Built from places in the Wikivoyage guide to Salla (CC BY-SA 4.0), with open map data from OpenStreetMap contributors (ODbL).