We know that travelling with kids often means making compromises and changing plans on the fly, but Ruka-Kuusamo offers plenty of great options for whatever the day brings, whether it’s plan A, plan B or even plan F… So take a look at our best summer tips for families!
Summer Holiday with Toddlers
In Ruka-Kuusamo, you’ll find a family holiday that even a toddler will love!
Having fun on the summer sled track or Ruka Coaster
Take the Village Express scenic lift up to the top of Ruka and ride back down the summer sled track or go up and down the Ruka Coaster together with your child.
On the Ruka Valley side, it’s worth popping by the playground and the pump track, which even toddlers can try out on a balance bike, for example. With older kids, you can brush up on biking skills at Ruka Bike School.
If it rains, a must-visit is the Kuusamon Tropiikki Spa and the Angry Birds Activity Park.
Campfire moments in a national park and feeding reindeer
With a child carrier backpack, it’s easy to go on a short hike to admire, for example, the roaring rapids of Kiutaköngäs and grill sausages in Oulanka National Park (check out the accessible Könkään Kuohu trail, or Könkään Keino, a 2 km route to Kiutaköngäs and back). Or how about feeding reindeer as a fun way to start the day together?
Family stays with a hot tub
Ski-Inn apartments in Ruka village and Ruka Valley are ideally located along trails and close to play areas. If you would like an extra treat for the kids, book an apartment with a private hot tub or stay at Holiday Club Kuusamon Tropiikki!
For those looking for a nature-filled summer cottage vibe, we recommend booking a cottage from Ruka-Kuusamo’s wide range of accommodation options.
Burgers for every taste
Happy smiles from the whole family have been spotted around the tables at RUOK Burger in Ruka village.
In Ruka Valley, Camp Kitchen at the bottom station of the gondola is a familiar sight for families, and with its menu and welcoming service, it’s sure to win over the whole family.
Don’t miss these family-friendly events
What Is the Land of National Parks, Anyway?
In Ruka-Kuusamo, iconic national landscapes, stunning national parks, and fun activities come together. Traditional nature‑based pastimes have been revived to meet the expectations of modern families: instead of traditional log driving, rafting is enjoyed comfortably on a rubber raft, and cycling takes place not on old courting trails but on the fast‑paced routes of Ruka Bike Park.
