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Aavasaksha programme

Below you will find more information about the Aavasaksa programme and any additional services available in the area.

Programme

The programme and services below are included in the Aavasaksa ticket price, excluding lunch. Note! Lunch should be ordered at the time of ticket purchase to ensure that the restaurants are able to reserve sufficient quantities of ingredients.

Arrival at Aavasaksa station
The train will arrive at Aavasaksa station at around 13.30. Train staff will direct customers to buses on Aavasaksa. Note! If you are going canoeing (separate service to be ordered below for more information), you will be transferred to the departure point of the canoe service provider already from Aavasaksa station.
Transport to Aavasassa for dinner
We move on to Aavasaksa for lunch. If you plan to dine in Aavasaksa, please book your lunch in advance when you buy your train ticket so that the restaurants can stock up on ingredients.
Free programme
You can walk the Aavasaksa nature trail with or without a guide, or visit the Emperor's House. You can also have a bonfire at the campfire site or visit the observation tower. There are also two café-restaurants at the top of Aavasaksa, where you can have a coffee and buy souvenirs.
Gathering at the Aavasaksa pavilion
Everyone will finally gather at the pavilion on top of the Aavacca, where the programme will be presented and the buses will depart. A more detailed schedule will be given on site.
Return to Aavasaksa station
Buses will take customers back to Aavasaksa station, from where the train departs back to Tornio at 17.30

Additional programme (to be ordered separately)

You can also go canoeing, try out the escape game or sit in the observation sauna. Below you can find a presentation of the services.

A canoeing trip in the Aavasaksa National Landscape.

Departure: the Tolpin hut End: at the train station on the riverbank, from where you can walk to the train Duration: 2,5 - 3 hours Includes: - Soup lunch at the departure point - paddling guide - canoe and paddling equipment (paddles, paddling vest (50 N)), paddling helmet and waterproof barrel/backpack for equipment) Short description: The excursion is also suitable for beginners, we will familiarize you with the handling of the canoe before the excursion The canoe can be used by beginners and canoeists alike. The trip starts from Tolpi on the east side of the Aavasaska dike, where we can admire the beautiful scenery. From the start of the lake, we can admire the 10 000 year old shore rocks of Lake Ancyly. Along the way, your guide will tell you Along the way, the guide will show you the history of Aavasaksha, as well as other historical and natural features of the area. Route along the trail, there are tracks of the European monkey and there is also the chance to see beaver swimming in the river. Price: 80 €/person ( not including transport to the starting point ) Group size: 2-10 people BOOK: kari.jarvinen(at)kj-experience.com

Sauna with a view

Breathe in the Finnish summer evening breeze to your soul and mind with breathtaking views at the Aavasaksha view sauna. 10€/person. Minimum number of participants 10 persons Reservations: Aava Sky Village, marenajaask(at)gmail.com

Mystery game

The chance to also experience a mystery game in the open air of Aavasaksa. Be brave and give it a try. 10€/person. Reservations: aava Sky Village, marenajaask(at)gmail.com