Special holiday week for children at Ruka 2019
There are plenty of activities for children and the whole family on and off the slopes. More info will be updated during the winter 2018-2019.
We reserve the right for changes.
Weekly program and fun in the slopes!
Experience unforgettable adventures in the Finnish winter nature by snowmobile, husky sledge, snowshoeing or other activities. Weekly program >
Ruka offers fun & games in the slopes for every day of the week. Some are already classics but there are some completely new activities as well. Fun & Games in the slopes >
09.02.2020
10.02.2020
13.02.2020
15.02.2020
16.02.2020
Saturday 8.2.2020
This event is suitable for the whole family. Test out winter hiking equipment, from snowshoes to fatbikes, and learn new ways to enjoy the wintery nature!
National Parks at Ruka - Facebook Event
The program includes winter activities for the whole family:
- Test drive a fatbike and check out the cool fatbike tricks!
- Pet a reindeer, learn more about the life of reindeer and jump into a sled pulled by a reindeer at 11-14 pm
- Have you ever tried ice fishing? Now there is a great chance.
- Try out trendy snowshoes and skin-based skis and learn more about all the winter hiking possibilities.
- Rub a husky behind the ear and get to know more about husky rides.
- How to observe northern lights? Why not while riding on a comfortable sled!
- Take a short stroll on a wintery nature trail near a Sami hut, “kota”, and learn more about nordic nature!
- Sip a cup of warm juice or campfire coffee and get inspired of the winter hiking possibilities in national parks. You can also grill your own sausages in the campfire of a Sami hut, “kota”.
- Meet the favourite mascots of Ruka: Rosa, Rudolf and Vyöti the Bear!
The event will take a place at the Kaltiolampi pond, right below the front slopes and straight in the heart of the Ruka village. No entrance fee. Welcome!
We reserve the rights to the possible changes in the program.
Organizers: Metsähallitus, Kujalan Porotila, Lammintupa Winter Village, Northern Lights Expedition, Outdoor Passion Finland, Sport House Ruka and Taiga School.
Same time at Ruka:
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To all ages and all disciplines. Enrollment at the bottom of the slope number 35 from 11:00 to 11:45 am,
Price: 4 €/person or 10 €/family
We reserve all rights for changes.
Reindeers have an important job as Santa’s little helpers, but what else is going on in reindeers’ life?
Come meet the reindeers and learn more about reindeer herding by the reindeer fence of Rudolf adventure route.
Come and experience the fun of snow racing in the slopes that are usually only for skiers and snowboarders. The first snow racer evening on season 2019–2020 is 7th of December 2019. Ride as much as you can in Saarua 16, 18 and Kuru 5 ski slopes between 7:30 pm and 9:30 pm on Saturday–Thursday. A transition to the top is done by a Village-2-Valley gondola.
Please note, that snow racing is not possible on Fridays, due to Night Skiing – Ruka ski slopes are open until 11 pm.
If Village-2-Valley gondola is closed (e.g. due to high wind) snow racing is also cancelled. Check the opening hours of ski lifts >
TICKETS AND SNOW RACER RENTAL
Price: Gondola + Snow racer rental 25 €, with a valid ski pass: Snow racer rental 10 € – only card payments.
The price includes a two-hour ticket to the gondola (from 7 pm to 9 pm) and rent of a snow racer. Tickets only from the Ruka village gondola base station.
Evening rides with snow racers are suitable for both children and adults, please note that children under 10 years of age can can only participate under adult supervision. You can take your own snow racer with you - make sure it has the brake string which stops the snow racer after crash.
We keep the rights for changes.
Sunday 9.2.2020
Come and experience the fun of snow racing in the slopes that are usually only for skiers and snowboarders. The first snow racer evening on season 2019–2020 is 7th of December 2019. Ride as much as you can in Saarua 16, 18 and Kuru 5 ski slopes between 7:30 pm and 9:30 pm on Saturday–Thursday. A transition to the top is done by a Village-2-Valley gondola.
Please note, that snow racing is not possible on Fridays, due to Night Skiing – Ruka ski slopes are open until 11 pm.
If Village-2-Valley gondola is closed (e.g. due to high wind) snow racing is also cancelled. Check the opening hours of ski lifts >
TICKETS AND SNOW RACER RENTAL
Price: Gondola + Snow racer rental 25 €, with a valid ski pass: Snow racer rental 10 € – only card payments.
The price includes a two-hour ticket to the gondola (from 7 pm to 9 pm) and rent of a snow racer. Tickets only from the Ruka village gondola base station.
Evening rides with snow racers are suitable for both children and adults, please note that children under 10 years of age can can only participate under adult supervision. You can take your own snow racer with you - make sure it has the brake string which stops the snow racer after crash.
We keep the rights for changes.
Monday 10.2.2020
Welcome to meet Rosa & Rudolf!
They will arrive about 12.15 and will stay about 30 minutes - give a hug and take some pics!
All rights reserved.
Easy ride with Rosa & Rudolf - all participants are winners!
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Reindeers have an important job as Santa’s little helpers, but what else is going on in reindeers’ life?
Come meet the reindeers and learn more about reindeer herding by the reindeer fence of Rudolf adventure route.
Come and experience the fun of snow racing in the slopes that are usually only for skiers and snowboarders. The first snow racer evening on season 2019–2020 is 7th of December 2019. Ride as much as you can in Saarua 16, 18 and Kuru 5 ski slopes between 7:30 pm and 9:30 pm on Saturday–Thursday. A transition to the top is done by a Village-2-Valley gondola.
Please note, that snow racing is not possible on Fridays, due to Night Skiing – Ruka ski slopes are open until 11 pm.
If Village-2-Valley gondola is closed (e.g. due to high wind) snow racing is also cancelled. Check the opening hours of ski lifts >
TICKETS AND SNOW RACER RENTAL
Price: Gondola + Snow racer rental 25 €, with a valid ski pass: Snow racer rental 10 € – only card payments.
The price includes a two-hour ticket to the gondola (from 7 pm to 9 pm) and rent of a snow racer. Tickets only from the Ruka village gondola base station.
Evening rides with snow racers are suitable for both children and adults, please note that children under 10 years of age can can only participate under adult supervision. You can take your own snow racer with you - make sure it has the brake string which stops the snow racer after crash.
We keep the rights for changes.
Tuesday 11.2.2020
Welcome to meet Rosa & Rudolf!
They will arrive about 12.15 and will stay about 30 minutes - give a hug and take some pics!
All rights reserved.
You and your large tubing-wheel will become a bowling ball which is dowhill skiing the snowy chute. Your purpose is turn over air filled ten pins during your downhill skiing. Let see who have the best style? Or who get the Strike? Welcome to take part in Tubing bowling race at Rosa & Rudolf FamilyPark tubing-racetrack in Vuosseli.
Place: Family Park
Time: 14:30
Rukan Rinnehuvit tarjoaa
All rights for changes are reserved.
Come and experience the fun of snow racing in the slopes that are usually only for skiers and snowboarders. The first snow racer evening on season 2019–2020 is 7th of December 2019. Ride as much as you can in Saarua 16, 18 and Kuru 5 ski slopes between 7:30 pm and 9:30 pm on Saturday–Thursday. A transition to the top is done by a Village-2-Valley gondola.
Please note, that snow racing is not possible on Fridays, due to Night Skiing – Ruka ski slopes are open until 11 pm.
If Village-2-Valley gondola is closed (e.g. due to high wind) snow racing is also cancelled. Check the opening hours of ski lifts >
TICKETS AND SNOW RACER RENTAL
Price: Gondola + Snow racer rental 25 €, with a valid ski pass: Snow racer rental 10 € – only card payments.
The price includes a two-hour ticket to the gondola (from 7 pm to 9 pm) and rent of a snow racer. Tickets only from the Ruka village gondola base station.
Evening rides with snow racers are suitable for both children and adults, please note that children under 10 years of age can can only participate under adult supervision. You can take your own snow racer with you - make sure it has the brake string which stops the snow racer after crash.
We keep the rights for changes.
Wednesday 12.2.2020
Welcome to meet Rosa & Rudolf!
They will arrive about 12.15 and will stay about 30 minutes - give a hug and take some pics!
All rights reserved.
Playful contest, where every contestant will be timed but everyone’s a winner.
Place: Bistro slope I Time: 14:30. (registration 14.00)
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Everyone can participate in torch lit skiing,
meeting at Kuru ski lift at 18.40, free of charge.
Come and experience the fun of snow racing in the slopes that are usually only for skiers and snowboarders. The first snow racer evening on season 2019–2020 is 7th of December 2019. Ride as much as you can in Saarua 16, 18 and Kuru 5 ski slopes between 7:30 pm and 9:30 pm on Saturday–Thursday. A transition to the top is done by a Village-2-Valley gondola.
Please note, that snow racing is not possible on Fridays, due to Night Skiing – Ruka ski slopes are open until 11 pm.
If Village-2-Valley gondola is closed (e.g. due to high wind) snow racing is also cancelled. Check the opening hours of ski lifts >
TICKETS AND SNOW RACER RENTAL
Price: Gondola + Snow racer rental 25 €, with a valid ski pass: Snow racer rental 10 € – only card payments.
The price includes a two-hour ticket to the gondola (from 7 pm to 9 pm) and rent of a snow racer. Tickets only from the Ruka village gondola base station.
Evening rides with snow racers are suitable for both children and adults, please note that children under 10 years of age can can only participate under adult supervision. You can take your own snow racer with you - make sure it has the brake string which stops the snow racer after crash.
We keep the rights for changes.
Thursday 13.2.2020
Welcome to meet Rosa & Rudolf!
They will arrive about 12.15 and will stay about 30 minutes - give a hug and take some pics!
All rights reserved.
Suitable for skiers/snowboarders, who can ride down the easy slopes of Masto without assistance. In the weekly program starting from week 8.
Place: Masto slope number 35 I Time: 14.30
All rights for changes are reserved.
Reindeers have an important job as Santa’s little helpers, but what else is going on in reindeers’ life?
Come meet the reindeers and learn more about reindeer herding by the reindeer fence of Rudolf adventure route.
Come and experience the fun of snow racing in the slopes that are usually only for skiers and snowboarders. The first snow racer evening on season 2019–2020 is 7th of December 2019. Ride as much as you can in Saarua 16, 18 and Kuru 5 ski slopes between 7:30 pm and 9:30 pm on Saturday–Thursday. A transition to the top is done by a Village-2-Valley gondola.
Please note, that snow racing is not possible on Fridays, due to Night Skiing – Ruka ski slopes are open until 11 pm.
If Village-2-Valley gondola is closed (e.g. due to high wind) snow racing is also cancelled. Check the opening hours of ski lifts >
TICKETS AND SNOW RACER RENTAL
Price: Gondola + Snow racer rental 25 €, with a valid ski pass: Snow racer rental 10 € – only card payments.
The price includes a two-hour ticket to the gondola (from 7 pm to 9 pm) and rent of a snow racer. Tickets only from the Ruka village gondola base station.
Evening rides with snow racers are suitable for both children and adults, please note that children under 10 years of age can can only participate under adult supervision. You can take your own snow racer with you - make sure it has the brake string which stops the snow racer after crash.
We keep the rights for changes.
Friday 14.2.2020
Welcome to meet Rosa & Rudolf!
They will arrive about 12.15 and will stay about 30 minutes - give a hug and take some pics!
All rights reserved.
All rights for changes are reserved.
Saturday 15.2.2020
To all ages and all disciplines. Enrollment at the bottom of the slope number 35 from 11:00 to 11:45 am,
Price: 4 €/person or 10 €/family
We reserve all rights for changes.
Reindeers have an important job as Santa’s little helpers, but what else is going on in reindeers’ life?
Come meet the reindeers and learn more about reindeer herding by the reindeer fence of Rudolf adventure route.
Come and experience the fun of snow racing in the slopes that are usually only for skiers and snowboarders. The first snow racer evening on season 2019–2020 is 7th of December 2019. Ride as much as you can in Saarua 16, 18 and Kuru 5 ski slopes between 7:30 pm and 9:30 pm on Saturday–Thursday. A transition to the top is done by a Village-2-Valley gondola.
Please note, that snow racing is not possible on Fridays, due to Night Skiing – Ruka ski slopes are open until 11 pm.
If Village-2-Valley gondola is closed (e.g. due to high wind) snow racing is also cancelled. Check the opening hours of ski lifts >
TICKETS AND SNOW RACER RENTAL
Price: Gondola + Snow racer rental 25 €, with a valid ski pass: Snow racer rental 10 € – only card payments.
The price includes a two-hour ticket to the gondola (from 7 pm to 9 pm) and rent of a snow racer. Tickets only from the Ruka village gondola base station.
Evening rides with snow racers are suitable for both children and adults, please note that children under 10 years of age can can only participate under adult supervision. You can take your own snow racer with you - make sure it has the brake string which stops the snow racer after crash.
We keep the rights for changes.
Sunday 16.2.2020
Come and experience the fun of snow racing in the slopes that are usually only for skiers and snowboarders. The first snow racer evening on season 2019–2020 is 7th of December 2019. Ride as much as you can in Saarua 16, 18 and Kuru 5 ski slopes between 7:30 pm and 9:30 pm on Saturday–Thursday. A transition to the top is done by a Village-2-Valley gondola.
Please note, that snow racing is not possible on Fridays, due to Night Skiing – Ruka ski slopes are open until 11 pm.
If Village-2-Valley gondola is closed (e.g. due to high wind) snow racing is also cancelled. Check the opening hours of ski lifts >
TICKETS AND SNOW RACER RENTAL
Price: Gondola + Snow racer rental 25 €, with a valid ski pass: Snow racer rental 10 € – only card payments.
The price includes a two-hour ticket to the gondola (from 7 pm to 9 pm) and rent of a snow racer. Tickets only from the Ruka village gondola base station.
Evening rides with snow racers are suitable for both children and adults, please note that children under 10 years of age can can only participate under adult supervision. You can take your own snow racer with you - make sure it has the brake string which stops the snow racer after crash.
We keep the rights for changes.