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Northern Finland

Varkaankuru Waterfall – Varkaankuru Kota (Grill Hut) loop from Äkäslompolo

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Northern Finland

Varkaankuru Waterfall – Varkaankuru Kota (Grill Hut) loop from Äkäslompolo

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4.6

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Varkaankuru Waterfall – Varkaankuru Kota (Grill Hut) loop from Äkäslompolo

02:21

8.47km

150m

Hiking

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: June 26, 2026

Tips

Your route passes through protected areas

Please check local regulations for:

Varkaankurun rajoitusvyöhyke

Pallas-Yllästunturin kansallispuisto

Waypoints

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Start point

Bus stop

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1

129 m

Café and Restaurant Information Board, Äkäshotelli, Pallas-Yllästunturi National Park

Highlight • Rest Area

At some of the central points in Äkäslompolo you will find a board listing all the nearby cafes and their opening times. Very helpful!

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2

2.45 km

Kellokas Visitor Centre, Pallas-Yllästunturi National Park

Highlight • Rest Area

The National Park Visitor Center has a permanent exhibition about the national park, a restaurant and bike rental, as well as information with various hiking information.

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3

4.03 km

Varkaankuru Waterfall

Highlight • Waterfall

It's a picturesque waterfall and a small lake with clear water.
Above the waterfall is a popular resting area.

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4

4.08 km

Varkaankuru Kota (Grill Hut)

Highlight • Mountain Hut

Nice barbecue hut right on the hiking trail. There are also toilets available.

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5

5.77 km

Pallas-Yllästunturi National Park

Highlight • Natural Monument

At Yllästunturi the weather can change in a very short time. Despite the altitude of only 718m, it is very reminiscent of the Kamnik Alps.

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8.47 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

3.87 km

3.66 km

820 m

< 100 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

4.06 km

3.72 km

336 m

213 m

< 100 m

< 100 m

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Highest point (370 m)

Lowest point (230 m)

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Thursday 2 July

20°C

7°C

28 %

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