Savukoski, Municipal administrative division in Lapland, Finland
Description
Savukoski is a municipality in Lapland that stretches across vast forests, river valleys, and fells in Finland's far north. The landscape is dominated by wilderness and natural habitats with very few permanent settlements.
History
The municipality was established in 1916, creating local administrative structures in the Lapland region. This founding shaped how the area developed as an organized community in the far north.
Culture
Sami communities shape local traditions here, with reindeer herding remaining central to regional identity and visible in how the land is used and managed. These practices reflect a way of life adapted to the northern landscape.
Practical
Visitors can use hiking trails and fishing spots distributed throughout the area, particularly in Urho Kekkonen National Park. The outdoor facilities are spread across the region, making it easy to explore the wilderness at your own pace.
Did you know?
This area ranks among Finland's least populated regions, which makes the landscape feel truly empty and untouched. This sparse human presence allows visitors to experience nature with almost no signs of civilization.
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Lokka reservoir
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Tuntsa Wilderness Area
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Sompio Strict Nature Reserve
101.9 kmMaltio Strict Nature Reserve
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Värriö Subarctic Research Station
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Seitajärventie
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Savukoski Local Heritage Building
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25 kmMustansuvannonköngäs
43.9 kmKoltsakoski
27.8 kmKuiskoski
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29.3 kmLeukkuhamara
40.6 kmAlimmainen Kolsakoski
92.8 kmAlempi Lattunakoski
51.8 kmKuukkelinmaa
71.3 kmDepot in Tarkkala wilderness area
21.1 kmJänkäläisenkoski
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