Finland

A country of east and west

Finland is the most northern country in the European Union, sharing borders with Sweden, Norway and Russia. Your trip here will reward you with vast forest-covered landscapes and rich local culture alongside dynamic city life.

Finland contains 40 national parks. Its laws uphold jokamiehen oikeudet, “The Everyman’s Rights” to roam freely in nature and forage for food. The land is covered with vast lakes, lush greenery and wide plains, which become snow-covered in winter in the north.

The capital city Helsinki is built across an archipelago of over 300 islands, with the Gulf of Finland to its south. This is a vibrant and modern city where start-up businesses thrive, and you can experience lively art, culture and entertainment.

The history of Finland is also well-celebrated, with 7 UNESCO World Heritage sites including the Suomenlinna sea fortress. To the north, the region of Finnish Lapland celebrates the way of life of the native Sámi people. This nomadic population have herded reindeer here for generations.