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.
Carl W
Relocation Specialist
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.
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