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Kaunispään Huippu

Offers panoramic views of the mountains around and is a good option for a lunch or just a hot drink. Try the reindeer fillet with peppercorns, worth taking a drive up for a meal.

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Getting there: Atop Kaunispää
Hours: 10:00–19:00
Website: saariselka.fi (opens in a new tab)

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