Every year it seems there are so many predatory taxi services that come to Rovaniemi to take advantage of the winter tourist season. I saw the first one (for me) of the season yesterday and wanted to post a reminder to stay safe and not get scammed.

Does anyone know if there have been any attempts to ban or regulate overcharging by companies like this that don’t normally operate in the area?

EDIT: I’m clearly uninformed how much a taxi costs as I’m benchmarking costs against how much an Uber ride would cost (which costs about half as much). My intent was just to remind folks as the tourist season starts to watch out for predatory cabs. What I saw seems to be a normal cab apparently.

Hey there all you beautiful Rovaniemi-people :)
I am Robert and currently doing an Erasmus in Oulu. I'll be staying in Tiainen from the 28th of december until the second of January with my family.

I was wondering what would you recommend for clothing? I know that layering is quite important, but do I also need very thick winter Boots and two layers of gloves and two layers of hats?
I just hope for the best, that this year maybe the really cold weather and snow won't be abscent during new years. In Oulu it was pretty warm compared to te average I think.

Do you have any recommendations near Tiainen or Rovaniemi about hiking or going on a snow walk? Is there something on new-years in Rovaniemi? I hear about a public firework...
How do I find good husky or reindeer tours? There are so many but I have the feeling, everywhere you pay a high amount of money for only 10 minutes of sleding. Is this normal?
And do you feel that on the 27.12. and ongoing there are already less tourists in Rovaniemi?

I am really greatful for any advices of locals from Rovaniemi or people who know some nice things to do in Rovaniemi or the nearby regions, since we will have rental car.

Hello, fellow earthlings in Rovaniemi!

It’s been four months since I moved to Rovaniemi, and I’m starting to feel the weight of loneliness. I would love to meet people—in a natural, human way, with no pressure at all.

I’ve had my head in the clouds for over thirty years. I’m very interested in painting, drawing, the history of fashion, vintage items, and secondhand finds. I’m also starting to explore photography, video, and online content creation.

I speak English and French. I adore animals, though I don’t have any of my own. I’d like to learn Finnish and get back into running. In the winter, I enjoy cross-country skiing.

Back home, I loved going out for drinks and attending rock, metal, or folk concerts—just letting the unexpected unfold.

I love to chat—sharing stories, emotions, and passions! But I also value quiet, silent moments that help me recharge and find inspiration.

I don’t have any specific expectations; I believe that life’s encounters often happen by chance, but sometimes you have to nudge things along a bit—especially when there’s so much space between people.

If what’s in this "bottle" resonates with you, please don’t hesitate to write! I would be so happy to hear from you.

See you!

Visiting for the first time next weekend, and hoping not to have to hire a car! :)

Hello, I'm 23F foreigner in Rovaniemi and looking for Finnish friends. Any advice how to get to know the locals, any places, events to go? *Also, you can DM me!

Thank you for the answers! Kiitos!

Vaikuttaa suhteellisen saatanan hävyttömältä kusetukselta saada joku vuokralle 16m2 luukkuun 1000€/kk hinnalla. Yövieraita ei sallittu ja huone on JAETTAVA eli vuokralainen joutuisi mahd. maksamaan 1000€ + vesi + sähkö siitä että saa saa jakaa 16m2 huoneen tuntemattoman kanssa.

Ps. Vakuusmaksu 2000€

As per description, i’m selling train tickets due to unforeseen changes in my plan.

Nonii tänään ois pub sarvessa luvassa semmosta tykitystä, että herkimmiltä sulaa naamat!

Hello!

I'm thinking of going back to Rovaniemi this February. I had a lovely time last time photographing the northern lights.

I was wondering if there is anything or anywhere that you would recommend for photography.

Animals would be cool! I already have the frozen waterfall on the list.

Thank you

Found this apartment listed in Booking.com , Agoda.com & also on Airbnb.com
The rates listed for December seems too good to be true (200 EUR per night). No reviews in google or in any of the sites (new listing). Does anyone have any idea whether this is a potential scam? Address listed: https://maps.app.goo.gl/ZjHuFzMKhfEFjsEm6