Finland Car hire

Finland

Finland is not a small country, which means that if you want to see and do a lot then you either need to arrange a long break or do a lot of planning to fit it all in!  Getting around is not a problem if you opt for car hire services as it means you can go where you want when you want.

During the winter months you can do a little ice fishing if you think you can withstand the cold.  Thousands of Finns take the time to drill holes in the ice and see what they can catch.  Often they will have with them ‘kossu’ – a type of Finnish vodka – to help them to stay warm.  However, many visitors will prefer to try their luck during the summer months instead!

At the height of summer, the sun never really goes down and this means that the Finnish take the opportunity to party around the clock.   This time of the year is when many locals opt to spend time at their own holiday cottages to enjoy the peace and quiet of the countryside.

Visitors that want to learn more about the local culture should spend some time in the northern part of Finland where Lapland is.  The village of Inari is a good place to start as it has the Siida museum as well as the ‘wilderness church’.  This has been a meeting place for the local reindeer herders since the middle of the 17th century.  This would also be a good chance to see Lemmonjoki National Park, which is the largest in Finland.  Many hikers come here as well as those who want to try their luck panning for gold!

The different cultures in the country are also clear when you visit a place like Karelia.  This straddles the Russian border and has its own unique way of life.  The language here is unique and there are religious festivals that are centuries old.   You could also consider a trip to Turku, the country’s oldest town.  Located on the Åland coast, the town has medieval buildings, a cathedral and a number of museums.

Beach holidays are not just for the Mediterranean!  Car rental means that the beaches of Pohjanmaa are within easy reach so why not make the most of the good summer weather and relax a little on the sands.  When you have worked on your tan, spend some time exploring the quaint villages in the area.