Campervan hire in Finland

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Top tips for your trip to Finland

When you rent a motorhome in Finland, it can be a tale of 2 climates as the temperature can vary between the south and north. Therefore, it's important to consider what time of the year you want to visit. Winter (November to April) is when Finland is transformed into a snowy wonderland, particularly in Lapland. However, the roads across the country are well maintained compared to many other countries. Care still needs to be taken, though, as depending on what time of the year you are there, it can go dark very early in the North.

The summer months (June to August) are best for campervan hire in Finland as sometimes it won't go dark until late at night. However, you will need to book campsites in advance.

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  Driving

  In the summer, it is best to drive if you are a nervous driver, as there will not be any snow. The roads are all well looked after. When you rent a campervan in Helsinki, it might be the only place where you come across real traffic, as driving will be much easier once you are out of the city.

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  The outdoors

  Nuuksio National Park is just 40 kilometres outside of Helsinki and makes a great place to head after picking up your van. Koli National Park is another great option for motorhome rental in Finland, and it has many hiking trails and campsites nearby.

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  Family friendly activities

  One of the main reasons families head to Finland is to visit the Santa Claus Village in Rovaniemi. There's no other Santa experience like it, with a reindeer farm and husky sledge rides. Helsinki’s Suomenlinna Sea Fortress is another good choice, with many interactive things for children, such as museums and exploring the tunnels.

Best Campervan routes in Finland

Helsinki to Turku and the Archipelago Trail
This scenic route is where you head west from Helsinki to Turku (Finland's oldest city), known for its riverfront and medieval castle.  After visiting Turku (we recommend you stay for a day), head onto the Archipelago Trail. This is a 250km route that goes through Finands stunning archipelago with a great mix of ferries and bridges connecting the islands. It's an excellent opportunity for island hopping, coastal villages and a route you won't have been on before. It's perfect for when you pick up a motorhome for hire in Finland.

Rovaniemi to Inari and the Sami Heartland
This route starts in Rovaniemi, where you can get the train from Helsinki before you pick up your campervan. The route is 340 kilometres and heads north to Inari, the centre of Sami culture and one of the most beautiful regions in Finnish Lapland. It will take you through snowy landscapes in the winter and in the summer; it's known for its midnight sun. Once in Inari, you could take a boat trip on Lake Inari or just relax in this quiet area. It's a place where you can truly escape from it all. We recommend breaking this trip up over several days.

Kemi to Hossa National Park
You could travel 450km from Kemi on Finland’s west coast to Hossa National Park in the east for a longer journey. This area is known for its clear lakes, rock paintings, and beautiful nature. It is the perfect place for fishing, kayaking, and hiking, which all go hand in hand with a campervan adventure. The drive takes you through the peaceful Finnish countryside, passing through small towns and pretty lakes. Once you arrive in Hossa, there are plenty of campsites and landscapes to enjoy.

Sites of interest and excursions in Finland

Porvoo
We have picked out locations just around Helsinki, which is where most of you will likely pick up your campervan. Porvoo is one of Finland's oldest towns, known for its cobblestone streets, wooden houses, and riverside views. You could easily spend a whole day here just pottering around the shops and enjoying Finnish food. There is plenty of parking available on the outskirts of Porvoo, which makes it easily accessible.

Sipoonkorpi National Park
Just 30km outside of Helskini is Sipoonkorpi National Park, which we would classify as a natural retreat away from the noise of the city. There are forests to explore, scenic trails to walk around, and peaceful lakes to walk around. The park is perfect for hiking, birdwatching, and berry-picking in the summer.

Lohja
A 60km drive from Helsinki is Lohja, which is home to some amazing limestone caves, such as the Tytyri Mine Museum, where visitors can check out an amazing underworld. Kids will love it as well. There's also a lake called Lohjanjärvi, which is perfect for hiring a boat or fishing. As with most places in Finland, it's campervan friendly, with plenty of places to camp nearby.