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Salla ski resort is in Lapland, Northern Finland, with 10 km of slopes. Elevation: 252 - 460 m. Rating: 2.5 out of 5.

Trail information

Altitude and trails
Salla, Finland
★★★★★2.6out of 5
460 м
top
208 м
Vertical drop
252 м
base
Total slopes
10 км
Lifts
7
Vertical drop
208 м
Adult ski pass
€ 54.5 / day
Opening hours
09:30 - 16:00
Trails by difficulty - 10 km total
Easy5 км · 50 %
Intermediate3 км · 30 %
Difficult2 км · 20 %
Ski pass prices
Adults
€ 54.5
Youth
€ 48
Children
€ 34
Data verified on 31 July 2026. Source: the resort’s own website.

The Salla ski resort is located in Lapland (Finland, Northern Finland). There are 10 km of slopes for skiing and snowboarding. The resort also has 7 lifts to transport guests.

People have been skiing at Salla ski resort since the Stone Age. The world's oldest skis, found in this area, provide evidence of this. Sallatunturi was also honoured as the site of Finland's first downhill race in 1937. Even today, the snow-covered slopes of Salla offer plenty of snow-filled enjoyment in a historically magnificent setting.

The slopes at Salla ski resort offer suitable challenges for skiers and snowboarders of all ability levels. Training camps for slalom racing have a FIS piste preferred by Alpine teams.

When you reach Salla, you realise that the wild landscapes continue far beyond the Russian border. Many people return to Salla because of this feeling. It is difficult to find anything similar elsewhere.

On the varied, high-quality slopes of Salla ski resort, skiers do not have to contend with crowds or queues. Beginners, enthusiasts, snowboarders and slalom experts will find everything they need on the slopes. Children and beginners can ski in their own learning area at the foot of the front slopes, right in the courtyard of the basement restaurant. The Snow Park offers excellent features of all sizes for both experienced and beginner snowboarders.

Good to know

Snowmaking.

There is a valley run from the slopes.

Snowparks

Snow Park / amusement park.

No halfpipe.

Night skiing

Night skiing is available at the ski resort.

Maps

Salla ski resort trail map

Lifts

Ski lifts in detail
7 lifts · Season 2026/27
  • 5T-bars and platters
  • 1Rope tows
  • 1Magic carpets
Lifts in total
7
Capacity
7,250people/hour
Total lift length
3.4км
Newest lift: Salla S0, 2019 г.Longest lift: Salla S4, 875 м
Data verified on 31 July 2026. Source: the resort’s own website.

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Contacts and opening hours

Resort contacts
Official website
Phone
-
Coordinates
66.76044, 28.77082
Countries
Lift opening hours
Opening hours
09:30 - 16:00
Typical season
Mid-December - early May
Season
-

Average monthly snowfall at Salla

Snowiest month:March- 6,6 cm
20Jan6 days
12Feb4 days
6,6Mar3 days
1,9Apr1 days
17Dec4 days

Snowfall per month - cm. Below each bar - how many days it snowed that month. Observation data for the last 3 completed seasons.

Accommodation

Hotels and apartments in the resort towns
Prices are per night for a stay in high season. Last checked: 9 September 2026.
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Frequently asked questions

Which months are best for weather and snow in Salla?
January appears to be the snowiest month, with an average of 20.4 cm of snow and 6 snowy days. Daytime temperatures are around -8°, and nighttime temperatures around -13°. December and February are also suitable: December brings 16.9 cm of snow, while February brings 12 cm. Snowfall is lower in March, at 6.6 cm for the month.
How much does a lift pass cost in Salla?
A day pass costs €54.5. A junior pass costs €48, and a children's pass costs €34.
Is Salla suitable for beginners?
The resort is suitable for beginners: of the 10 km of pistes, 5 km are easy. Another 3 km are intermediate, while 2 km are difficult.
What are the lift operating hours in Salla?
The lifts operate from 09:30 to 16:00. The resort lists the Salla S1, Salla S2, Salla S3, Salla S4, Salla S5 and Salla S6 lifts.

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