Pelkosenniemi

Pelkosenniemi has served as a municipal centre in Finnish Lapland since the early 20th century. The settlement stands beside the Kitinen River, amid the broad forests, waterways and fells of northern Finland. Its municipality extends towards Pyhä-Luosto National Park, where the Pyhätunturi fell area is a recognised destination for hiking and winter activities. Pelkosenniemi Church, completed in 1929, marks the long-established community at the heart of this sparsely populated area. Reindeer herding and seasonal outdoor life remain part of the local Lapland identity. Discover how Pelkosenniemi relates to the wider Lapland region by browsing webcams nearby.

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