Aurora Borealis in Finland
The Aurora Borealis, better known as the Northern Lights, is a natural phenomenon that occurs when solar particles interact with the atmosphere in the Earth's magnetic field. This releases energy, creating peculiar luminous green streaks across the sky that can be complemented by large expanses full of beautiful pillars of light and even moving shapes. Due to minimal light pollution, the northern lights are visible in Finnish Lapland, the area bordering Sweden, Norway and Russia, as many as about 200 nights a year.
Best time and place
From early September to late March is the best time for seeing the northern lights. On the clear winter nights, you can hunt with local guides: they know the best locations and conditions to see the light. Experience the northern lights, for example, from your luxurious tent in Aurora Glamping or in a glass Aurora Cabin at Northern Lights Village Saariselka or Levi, visit Santa Claus in Rovaniemi with your children, or take a husky safari or tour by snowmobile.
