Reindeer farm along the road

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Reindeer farm along the road

At the Reindeer farm in Rovaniemi – Approximately 7 kilometers north of Rovaniemi along the road to Sinetta is the “Poro Farmi” farm.

road sign

Being in transit we stopped and made an appointment for the next day, as there was an influx of tourists coming by buses from everywhere.

After some explanations from the manager we climbed on the sled and we let ourselves be towed along a route well known by the reindeer.
At the end of the tour we visited the farm and had the possibility to offer moss to the reindeers. Tea with biscuits was offered to us travelers.

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Reindeers

eating reindeer
reindeer

In addition to living in large numbers in the wild, they are also bred in large enclosures in semi- domestic conditions, for their meat, leather, stages and, in a minor way, milk and transport.
In winter they feed mainly on lichens, in particular the so-called “reindeer lichen”. However, they also eat willow and birch leaves and grass.
A curiosity: they are the only mammals able to see ultraviolet ligh.

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Some tips:

At the two Shell gas stations (north and south of Rovaniemi), you can eat well without spending much.

If you’re only staying a couple of nights, it’s not necessary to rent a car. But if you want to see more attractions, it’s essential to rent one, as many interesting places in Rovaniemi are a few kilometers away.
Here’s where to stay for a couple of nights when visiting Santa Claus
Budget hotel
In the wild nature
Accommodation in the city

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