Enontekiö

Enontekiö is a municipality in Lapland that spreads across a large territory between Sweden and Norway with very few inhabitants. The area includes several villages and settlements scattered throughout the landscape.

People have lived in this area since the Stone Age after glaciers from the last ice age melted away. This long history of settlement shapes how communities connect with the land today.

The village of Hetta keeps Sami traditions alive through daily life, with the local community speaking their language and maintaining their customs in this northern region. You can see this heritage reflected in place names, handicrafts, and how people gather and live together.

The area is best reached by car since settlements are spread far apart and road connections are limited. The long and dark winters mean visitors should prepare well for extreme weather conditions.

Finland's highest point, Mount Halti, sits at the border between this area and Norway. This mountain peak attracts hikers seeking views across the northern wilderness.

Location: Lapland

Inception: 1877

Reference: 047

Shares border with: Storfjord Municipality, Kåfjord Municipality, Nordreisa Municipality, Kautokeino Municipality, Kiruna Municipality, Inari, Muonio, Kittilä

Website: https://enontekio.fi

GPS coordinates: 68.38472,23.63889

Latest update: December 20, 2025 02:11