Lakes and Ponds

Rovaniemi's landscape is defined by an extensive network of waterways, ranging from the vast Kemijoki River to secluded forest basins. This collection highlights 25 lakes and ponds within the municipality, including Norvajärvi, which houses the German Soldier Cemetery, and Vikajärvi, a primary gateway to the Arctic Circle Hiking Area. These sites offer typical Lapland geography characterized by boreal forests and peatlands, providing essential habitats for local birdlife and locations for traditional ice fishing.

Vikajärvi

Located at the edge of the Arctic Circle Hiking Area, this lake serves as a starting point for several nature trails and features shore-side resting spots.

Räväsjärvi

A remote lake in the northern reaches of Rovaniemi, surrounded by dense coniferous forest and marshland.

Vaajärvi

Situated southwest of the city center, this lake is characterized by its quiet shoreline and surrounding peatlands.

Palojärvi

A freshwater lake located west of Rovaniemi, frequently used by locals for fishing and seasonal berry picking in the surrounding woods.

Marrasjärvi

A significant lake in the Marrasjärvi village area, known for its traditional Lapland lakeside settlements.

Iso-Törmänki

A forest lake located northwest of Rovaniemi, accessible via local forest roads.

Louejärvi

Located south of the city, this lake is part of the Louejoki river system and features several small islands.

Yli-Nampajärvi

Situated along the road to Kemijärvi, this lake is part of the Nampa village area and is a local site for ice fishing.

Kilvenjärvi

A secluded lake located in the southern rural reaches of the Rovaniemi municipality.

Repojärvi

Located in the northeastern wilderness, this lake is surrounded by hilly terrain and commercial forestry land.

Ala-Naarma

Part of a chain of lakes in the eastern district, connected to the Naarmanjoki river system.

Kuusijärvi

A small lake near the village of Miska, typical of the region's boreal forest landscape.

Norvajärvi

Notable for housing the German Soldier Cemetery (Deutscher Soldatenfriedhof) on its shores, a memorial for over 2,500 soldiers from WWII.

Poikajärvi

Located just north of Norvajärvi, this lake is surrounded by private summer cottages and forest trails.

Perunkajärvi

A large lake north of the city center, known for its clear waters and the small village of Perunka.

Nookajärvi

A smaller lake situated between Norvajärvi and Perunkajärvi in a heavily forested area.

Konsajärvi

Located in the northernmost part of the municipality near the border of Sodankylä.

Käyrämöjärvi

Situated by the main E75 highway, this lake is a recognizable landmark for those traveling towards northern Lapland.

Iso-Hera

A wilderness lake located in the eastern part of Rovaniemi, surrounded by rugged forest terrain.

Vanttausjärvi

A large lake east of Rovaniemi, featuring the village of Vanttausjärvi and several recreational fishing spots.

Junkua

A smaller body of water located near Vanttausjärvi in the eastern forest region.

Köyry

A lake located near the village of Viiri, part of the aquatic landscape of the Vanttauskoski area.

Pikku-Kulus

A small forest lake located south of the Vanttauskoski hydroelectric power station area.

Heinujärvi

A secluded lake in the northeastern quadrant of the municipality, accessible via logging roads.

Salmijärvi

Located near the village of Käyrämö, this lake is characterized by its narrow strait sections.