Old Kemi Island: Explore Historic Ruins

Embark on a 3-hour ice trek to Kemi’s historic Laitakari Island and explore the ruins of the birthplace of Kemi city.

Duration: 2 hours, 30 minutes
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • Laitakari - Journey across the sea ice to the historic Old Kemi Laitakari island, the birthplace of Kemi city over 150 years ago. The guide provides instruction on the fundamentals of ice trekking, and there is an opportunity to explore the historical industrial landmarks of the now-abandoned Laitakari sawmill. The ice trek covers a total distance of 2-3 km on distinctive sea ice and flat terrain.
What's Included
  • Snacks
  • Winter Boots if needed
  • Helmets and Sticks in case of open ice
Additional Information

Explore the historic Laitakari Island and the Ruined Sawmill Village, where the Kemi community thrived over 150 years ago, before the establishment of Kemi city. A guide will introduce the fundamentals of ice trekking, and you’ll have the opportunity to visit the ancient industrial landmarks on the now uninhabited Laitakari Island. The ice trek covers a…

Location
SnowExperience365
Lumilinnankatu
We meet at Kemi SnowExperience365 Lobby Hall near the Reception.
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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Sebseb2019
Jan 17, 2025
Thank you, Marko! - Thanks to Marko for this hike, his sympathy and the photos. We had a pleasant time that will leave beautiful memories. New experience!!!
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714inah
Jan 3, 2025
Wonderful ice trek - The tour offers great views over Kemi and the Bothnian Bay. We learned a lot about the area and the industrial ruins on Laitakari. Marko is a very pleasant and entertaining guide and we would definitely book a tour with him again.
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