New at Ruka-Kuusamo

Snow covered trees in winter sun. Photo Mikko Santasalo

Ruka-Kuusamo is growing and developing

Check out the upcoming renovations in the Ruka-Kuusamo area and enjoy the new services on your next holiday. Welcome to experience the developing Ruka-Kuusamo!

Sale Ruka to undergo major renovation – store closed from 5 October to 23 November 2026

The grand opening of the new Sale Ruka will be celebrated on Tuesday, 24 November 2026, starting at 10:00 (article in Finnish). Renewed gas station and a high-power charging station for electric vehicles with six 200 kW charging points will be openend on 15 Oct. While Sale Ruka is closed, customers will be served by the expanded and renovated K-Market Rukankylä. In addition, Kuusamo city centre offers a wide range of shopping opportunities.

Ruka Alko (liquer store) will also be closed from 4 October to 23 November 2026 (arcicle in Finnish). The new Ruka Alko will open on Tuesday, 24 November 2026, at 9:00. During the closure, customers can use Alko stores in Kuusamo city centre, Posio, and other nearby locations.

Shopping

New: Guided tours in the ski resort

Ruka Guides is the newest experience concept by Ruka Ski Resort, bringing the trusted quality and local expertise beyond the slopes through year-round guided Arctic adventures.

Ruka-Kuusamo hosts MoonPay X Games League Finals 2027

The new global winter league will culminate in Finnish Lapland from 9 to 11 April 2027, bringing world-class freeskiing, snowboarding and live music to Ruka Ski Resort.

New Suites and top cuisine at Lumo Resort

Aurora Suite's expansive panoramic windows bring snowy landscapes and the Northern Lights into your living space. In addition, you can dine in Lumo's signature restaurant The Bear, lead by Kim Mikkola, one of Finland’s most acclaimed chefs.

Rukariutan uudet huoneistot, kuva Rukapalvelu

New Rukariutta apartments will be completed in November 2026

The brand-new Rukariutta apartments are now available for pre-sale – be among the first to stay!

Take a look at Rukariutta!

New for summer 2026: Ylös & Alas Adventure Park

Experience the magic of Ruka’s stunning nature from a whole new perspective – your next adventure starts in the treetops!

Ylös & Alas Adventure Park

New for Winter 2025: Shared Car “Maisa” in Ruka

Maisa is located in the semi-heated Ruka Parking Hall and it can be rented via an application for the time needed (just a couple of hours or several days).

Car rental

Ruka Parkside will be ready for Christmas 2025!

Right at the base of Ruka Park, the compact and functional 25 m² apartments come with a full kitchen and are well-equipped to accommodate up to 4 persons.

Saarua village plans

New winter trail on Ruka slope area!

RukaScenic Trail is an easy snowshoe trail near Ruka village, offering the best views for admiring sunsets and northern lights.

Winter walking

Lumo Lakeside Lodge, Iisakki Village, Ruka Safaris

New at Iisakki Village: Lumo Lakeside Lodges

Ruka Safaris will be building 12 new lodges in total. Each lodge has a private sauna and outdoor hot tub surrounded by peaceful nature.

Building work for the new Break Sokos Hotel Ruka has started during autumn 2025

The hotel is located in Ruka Village and it is scheduled to open for the 2027–2028 winter season.

New Sale Store and ABC Charging Station to Be Built in Ruka

The goal is to open the ABC charging station with high-power units in autumn 2026 and the new grocery store by Febryary 2027.

A new pedestrian village is coming to Ruka!

Construction of Saarua Village will begin in summer 2025, with the first buildings completed by Christmas 2025. The entire area is expected to be developed over the next 5 to 10 years.