Mount Halti Peak
Citizens of Norway want to gift the peak of Mount Halti to Finland for its 100th birthday.

📜 Mount Halti is the highest mountain in Finland, though its peak lies in Norway.
🔍 Famous for a proposal to gift its peak to Finland for its 100th birthday.

Why Go

⛰️ Explore Arctic Circle's rocky landscape
🚶 Hike well-marked trails
🗺️ Experience a unique cross-border location

Why Avoid

⚠️ Long, multi-day hike from Finland side (50km, 3-5 days)
🚗 Gravel road on Norwegian side is in terrible condition, requires tall/durable car
🚫 Sami people oppose border changes

Tips

🥾 Consider hiking from the Norwegian side for a shorter 14km, 5-6 hour roundtrip.
✈️ Seaplane option available from Kilpisjärvi for a quicker ascent.

🅿️ Parking

Trail parking available, but gravel road access can be challenging.

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