Best time to go to Lapland

In December, daytime temperatures generally range from 0 to -20 degrees, but it can fall as low as -40 during a particularly cold spell. You’ll get four to five hours of ‘grey light’ between about 10am and 3pm, but the rest of the time it’s dark.

Passports & Visas

Irish citizens don’t need a visa to enter Lapland but must have a valid passport. For the most up-to-date passport and visa info, visit www.dfa.ie/travel/travel-advice/a-z-list-of-countries/finland

Health & Safety

For the most up-to-date info, visit Finland - Department of Foreign Affairs (dfa.ie)