Ruka Ski Resort
Wheelchair accessible
Ruka Ski Resort in Finnish Lapland offers over 200 days of snow-sure skiing, boasting the longest ski season in Northern Europe from October to May. It features diverse slopes, a family-friendly atmosphere, and a wide array of winter activities.

📜 Ruka Ski Resort in Finnish Lapland offers over 200 days of snow-sure skiing.
🔍 Known for its diverse slopes, family-friendly atmosphere, and winter activities.

Why Go

⛷️ Longest ski season in Northern Europe (Oct-May)
👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Excellent for families with dedicated parks and activities
🌌 Opportunity to see the Northern Lights
🌲 Sustainable pedestrian village with car-free zones

Why Avoid

💸 Alcoholic beverages can be expensive
🥶 Can get very frosty
🏔️ Limited challenging terrain for advanced skiers

Tips

🚌 Free SkiBus in Ruka area with valid ski pass or gear.
🅿️ Heated Ruka Parking Hall available, 20m from slopes.
🗓️ Book group courses online by 3 pm the previous day.

Cost

💰 Lift tickets vary; online purchase saves 20% on early-season tickets. Private lessons from 43 €.

Hours

🕒 Ski season from October to May; lift and gondola hours vary.

🅿️ Parking

Heated Ruka Parking Hall (1.5 €/h, 15 €/day), short-term parking (1 hour limit), free SkiBus.

♿ Accessibility

Wheelchairs, prams, and dogs allowed on Village-2-Valley gondola.