Kotatieva Resort – Winter Activities in Rovaniemi, Lapland
Experience a unique place in a
unique way
Aurora Cabins, Winter Leisure Park and delicious food from local ingredients
The first and original forest skating experience in Lapland.
Welcome to Kotatieva – A Winter Wonderland Just Outside Rovaniemi
Just 10 km from Rovaniemi city centre, Kotatieva Resort invites you to experience the magic of the Arctic in a peaceful forest setting.
Kotatieva Resort is a winter leisure park, accommodation and restaurant located in Rovaniemi in Finnish Lapland.
The original forest skating experience in Lapland.
Not on a river. Not on a lake. Not on an artificial track. Kotatieva is where skating winds through the silent Arctic forest — just as it was first imagined.
Spend the day outdoors skating along our scenic forest ice trail, snowshoeing, cross-country skiing, sledding, playing winter games, or simply enjoying the snowy surroundings by the fire. After your activities, warm up in a traditional Finnish sauna and enjoy delicious food in our atmospheric log restaurant.
Whether you are visiting with family, friends, your partner, or a private group, Kotatieva offers an easy-going Arctic experience at your own pace.
Come for the day, stay for dinner, or complete your visit with a night in one of our comfortable cabins.
This is winter fun for all ages – to be enjoyed together, in your own rhythm.
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Winter Activities in Rovaniemi – Kotatieva Winter Leisure Park
Discover winter activities in Rovaniemi in one peaceful Arctic forest location. At Kotatieva Winter Leisure Park you can enjoy forest ice skating, sledding, snowshoeing, cross-country skiing, snow play and reindeer experiences. Day tickets include equipment for the park activities, and a free shuttle is available from Rovaniemi city centre and Santa Claus Village. With us everyone – no matter the age – has a chance to experience real winter fun.
Cabins
Experiences
Make the most of your visit with our carefully designed full experience packages.
Restaurant
Ready to enjoy our delicous food made from local ingredients.
Activities at Kotatieva
At Kotatieva Winter Leisure Park, the day is yours to enjoy at your own pace. Spend time outdoors in a peaceful forest setting, try snow slides, play winter games, warm up by the fire, meet our lovely reindeer, or simply take in the snowy surroundings.
For those who want more activity, the park also offers natural ice skating on scenic forest trails, snowshoeing, and cross-country skiing.
Between activities, you can take a break in our cozy log restaurant, where lunch, warm drinks, and café treats are served during the day. It is a welcoming place to warm up, relax, and gather together before heading back outside.
Reindeer rides are available to park visitors daily offering a peaceful sleigh ride through the snowy forest.
As evening arrives, Kotatieva transforms into a magical winter wonderland with soft lights, candles, and a warm Arctic atmosphere.
Getting here is easy — just hop on our free shuttle bus from Rovaniemi city centre and enjoy the ride to Kotatieva.
Winter Activities in Rovaniemi
Things to Do in Rovaniemi in Winter
Looking for unforgettable things to do in Rovaniemi during winter? At Kotatieva Resort, you can experience several Arctic activities in one unique location surrounded by peaceful Lapland nature.
Glide through the forest on our natural ice skating trail, explore snowy landscapes with snowshoes or cross-country skis, enjoy the sledding hill, meet reindeer or relax in a traditional Finnish sauna. You can spend just a few hours with us or make Kotatieva your base by staying in one of our cozy Aurora Cabins.
One place. Many ways to experience winter in Rovaniemi.
Best Winter Activities in Lapland
Lapland is made for winter adventures, and Kotatieva brings many of them together in one easy-to-visit destination.
Our Winter Leisure Park offers natural forest skating, snowshoeing, cross-country skiing, sledding and other Arctic activities for couples, families and groups. Equipment for the park activities is available on site, so you can simply arrive and start enjoying the snow.
And then there is something truly special: Kotatieva is home to the first and original forest skating experience in Lapland.
Whether you are visiting Rovaniemi for the first time or looking for a different way to experience Finnish Lapland, Kotatieva offers winter activities at your own pace in the middle of nature.
Why Visit Kotatieva Resort?
Kotatieva is more than a winter activity park. It is a place where Lapland nature, activities, accommodation and local food come together.
Stay in a cabin surrounded by forest, spend the day enjoying winter activities, meet the reindeer, warm up in the sauna and finish your day with delicious food at Restaurant Kotatieva.
What makes Kotatieva different is the combination of experiences available in one location:
- Winter Leisure Park with several activities
- The original forest skating experience in Lapland
- Cozy Aurora Cabins surrounded by nature
- Reindeer experiences
- Finnish sauna experiences
- Restaurant serving food made with local ingredients
- Easy access from Rovaniemi
At Kotatieva, you do not have to choose just one Lapland experience.
What is Kotatieva Resort?
Kotatieva Resort is a winter leisure park, cabin accommodation and restaurant located in the peaceful forests of Rovaniemi, Finnish Lapland. It is best known for its original forest skating experience and offers a wide range of winter activities in one location.
How far is Kotatieva from Rovaniemi?
Kotatieva Resort is located approximately 10 kilometres from Rovaniemi city centre. The resort is surrounded by Arctic forest while still being within easy reach of the city and Santa Claus Village.
What winter activities can you do at Kotatieva?
At Kotatieva you can enjoy natural forest skating, snowshoeing, cross-country skiing, sledding and other winter activities. You can also meet reindeer, relax in a Finnish sauna and experience special evening activities such as Aurora Skating.
Is Kotatieva suitable for families with children?
Yes. Kotatieva is suitable for families and offers winter activities for both adults and children. Families can enjoy skating, sledding, snowshoeing, skiing and reindeer experiences together in a peaceful forest environment.
Do I need my own winter equipment?
No. Equipment for the Winter Leisure Park activities, including skates, helmets, snowshoes and cross-country skis, is available at Kotatieva and included with the relevant park ticket. We recommend wearing warm winter clothing suitable for Arctic conditions.
How do I get to Kotatieva from Rovaniemi?
Kotatieva is about 10 kilometres from central Rovaniemi and can be reached by car or by Kotatieva’s shuttle service. Shuttle connections are available from Rovaniemi city centre and Santa Claus Village according to the current timetable.
Experience a unique place in a unique way.
See you at Kotatieva!
Whether you’re looking for a perfect winter day full of activities or a peaceful evening skating under the northern lights, Kotatieva is the place to be. Here, surrounded by snowy forests and cozy atmosphere, unforgettable memories are made — with family, friends, or just by yourself.
We look forward to welcoming you to our winter wonderland.
Welcome to Kotatieva!
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