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German Soldier Cemetery

Deutscher Soldatenfriedhof Rovaniemi Norvajärvi

This is the final resting place for 2,683 German soldiers who died during the World War II in Lapland. Constructed of large stone blocks and located virtually in the middle of nowhere, it seems to be of interest to some, as there are about 10,000 annual visitors. During autumn one can eat berries on the way. The road to the cemetery is not maintained in winter. No public transportation.

free

Address: Lentosatamantie 80
Getting there: in Norvajärvi, 19 km north-east from Rovaniemi
Price: Free

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