Given the lack of sunlight during the dead of the winter in the Arctic Circle, most people don’t consider skiing or snowboarding that far north. Yet there are several ski areas within some of the northern-most regions of the planet. Unsurprisingly many of them are in Finland, Sweden, and Norway.
In the northernmost reaches, you can ski under the midnight sun, experience the Aurora Borealis, and generally enjoy the culture and snow of several remarkable countries. Mountainsight ranked the top 5 ski resorts within the Arctic Circle.
“The Arctic Circle is characterized by icy temperatures, unique sunlight patterns, and an abundance of glaciers. Despite the challenging conditions that many parts of the Arctic Circle present for human habitation, there are several countries and ski resorts nestled within this chilly paradise.” – Mountainsight
Mountainsight’s top 5 list is as follows:
5. Narvikfjellet, Norway
4. Hlíðarfjall, Iceland
3. Levi, Finland
2. Riksgränsen, Sweden
1. Ylläs, Finland
