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Helsinki to Rovaniemi Roadtrip Guide

Ever dreamed of driving through Finland’s forests, lakes, and Arctic landscapes in a campervan? With Imoova’s €1 campervan relocation deals, you can drive from Helsinki to Rovaniemi on a budget — and soak up some beautiful Scandinavian scenery along the way.

The Route

📍 Start: Helsinki
📍 End: Rovaniemi (Arctic Circle)
📅 Duration: Up to 7 days
🛣️ Distance: ~825km
💶 Price: €1 a day with Imoova (plus fuel & campsites)

Day 1: Helsinki 🇫🇮

Pick up your Imoova campervan in Finland’s trendy capital and spend a day exploring.

Top things to do:

  • Stroll around Senate Square and Helsinki Cathedral

  • Try local market eats at Market Square

  • Visit Suomenlinna Sea Fortress

Where to stay:
🏕️ Rastila Camping Helsinki — A well-equipped campsite close to the metro, by the beach

Day 2: Porvoo 🇫🇮

Drive 50 minutes to Porvoo, one of Finland’s oldest towns.

Top things to do:

  • Wander the cobbled streets of Old Porvoo

  • See the famous red riverside warehouses

  • Coffee and cinnamon buns at a riverside café

Where to stay:
🏕️ Porvoo Camping — Small, peaceful spot by the river

Day 3: Lahti & Päijänne Lake 🇫🇮

A 1.5-hour drive north brings you to Lahti, a gateway to Finland’s lake district.

Top things to do:

  • Stroll the Lake Vesijärvi waterfront

  • Visit the Sibelius Hall or Lahti Ski Museum

  • Take a lakeside sauna

Where to stay:
🏕️ Lahti Camping Messilä — Lakeside camping with good facilities

Day 4-5: Jyväskylä & Lake District 🇫🇮

Head 2.5 hours further north into Finland’s lush lakelands.

Top things to do:

  • Alvar Aalto Museum and modern Finnish architecture

  • Hike or cycle in Leivonmäki National Park

  • Lakeside swims and evening sauna

Where to stay:
🏕️ Camping Korpilahti — Beautiful lakefront setting

Day 6: Oulu 🇫🇮

Drive 4.5 hours to Oulu on Finland’s northern coast.

Top things to do:

  • Explore the Oulu Market Hall and city beach

  • Sunset walk at Nallikari Beach

  • Visit the quirky Toripolliisi statue

Where to stay:
🏕️ Nallikari Holiday Village & Camping — Right by the beach with modern amenities

Day 7: Rovaniemi 🇫🇮

Final 3-hour stretch to the Arctic Circle!

Top things to do:

  • Cross the Arctic Circle at Santa Claus Village

  • Visit Arktikum Science Centre

  • Enjoy riverside cafés and Lapland scenery

Optional campsite (if staying overnight):
🏕️ Santa Claus Holiday Village Camping — A fun, family-friendly spot at the Arctic Circle

Why It’s Even Better with Imoova 🚐

This adventure isn’t just about endless forests, lakes, and reindeer — it’s about doing it all for €1 a day! Thanks to Imoova’s campervan relocations, you can help rental companies move their vans north and enjoy the ride for next to nothing.

How it works:

  • Check for Helsinki to Rovaniemi relocations at Imoova.com

  • Book for €1/day

  • Like with a normal rental, you pay a deposit directly to the rental company which acts as your insurance

  • Cover fuel, campsites, and extra days if you want more time

It’s one of the cheapest and most exciting ways to explore Finland!

Campervan & Road Trip Tips

  • Finland is very camper-friendly: Most campsites have great facilities, with saunas, kitchens, and lakeside pitches

  • Wild camping is legal (within reason) under Finland’s Everyman’s Right — but be respectful and follow local rules

  • Summer daylight is endless — it barely gets dark in June/July

  • Sauna culture is everywhere — don’t miss a lakeside sauna session

  • Fuel stations are well spaced, but fill up before long stretches in Lapland

  • Park4Night app is great for finding wild camping spots and campsites

f you’re looking for the perfect mix of lakes, forests, charming towns, and Arctic magic — this Helsinki to Rovaniemi road trip is it. And with Imoova’s €1 campervan relocation deals, you can do it on a shoestring.

Helsinki to Rovaniemi Fuel Calculator

Helsinki to Rovaniemi road trip scenery

Estimated Fuel Cost

€141.10

Based on average gasoline price €1.80 per litre

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