Wir beginnen am Lordi-Platz, einem lebhaften Ort, der nach der berühmten lokalen Band Lordi benannt ist, die 2006 den Eurovision Song Contest gewann. Wir erfahren auch mehr über die Verbindung des Platzes zum finnischen Epos Kalevala und seine Bezüge zur finnischen Mythologie.

We walk by the river and see the Lumberjack's Candle Bridge, a symbol of Rovaniemi, known for its unique design.

Wir machen auch einen Stopp am Angry Birds Park, einer farbenfrohen Attraktion, die in Zusammenarbeit mit Lappset, einem lokalen Spielgerätehersteller, entstanden ist und lustige Aktivitäten für alle Altersgruppen bietet.

We visit Rovaniemi Church, an excellent example of post-war Finnish architecture completed in the 1950s. Its clean lines reflect Nordic functionalism and a distinctly minimalist aesthetic. Inside, the highlight is the monumental altar fresco “The Source of Life” by Lennart Segerstråle.

At Rovaniemi City Library, we see one of the key works of Finnish modernism, designed by architect Alvar Aalto, reflecting his human-centered approach to architecture. Inside, we admire the flowing interior layout, organic forms, warm materials, and carefully designed natural light that together create a calm, welcoming atmosphere.

Lappia Hall is another example of Alvar Aalto’s design in Rovaniemi and a key part of the city’s cultural center. Its striking white roofline is inspired by the surrounding landscape, while the interior combines wood, light, and organic forms to create a distinctive cultural space that blends modernism with regional identity.

We stop at Korundi to explore its unique blend of contemporary art and layered history. Housed in a former red-brick post bus depot, the building combines industrial character with modern cultural use. Inside, we visit the design shop.

Wir halten bei Pilke, einem Museum, das sich der nachhaltigen Forstwirtschaft und der Natur des Nordens widmet und für seine eindrucksvolle Holzarchitektur bekannt ist.

We will walk by Arktikum, known for its unique architecture and its role as a museum and science center dedicated to the Arctic and the history of Finnish Lapland. At Arktikum Park, we enjoy a peaceful riverside setting.