Dip net fishing in Kukkolaforsen

Summer Activities

Fishing, hiking or golf? Summer offers a wealth of adventures to take part in.

Summer at Kukkolaforsen is like a symphony of life and activities that reflect the sunny and vibrant season. Summer is a time when the river and its surroundings open up for a variety of activities, from sauna adventures to cultural experiences, creating an atmosphere of joy and togetherness. Dipnet fishing, sauna baths, good food or why not a round of golf in the middle of the night, summer nights are filled with bright evenings and a sense of community.

Kukkolaforsen Kulturby i sommar

Summer activities

Activities
Sikhåvning i Kukkolaforsen
Dip net fishing

Experience Authentic Whitefish Fishing in Kukkola

Explore Torne Valley's dipnet fishing culture, a blend of Swedish and Finnish heritage along the Torne River. Dive into age-old traditions and book your trip today!
Ta med handuken
18.6.-6.8. on Thursdays at 15-18

Take your towel and come to sauna!

Welcome to experience Kukkolaforsen’s saunas on summer Thursdays from Midsummer.
rafting in kukkola rapids
Adrenalin boost

White water rafting

White water rafting is one of those "once in a lifetime experiences"! The tour includes a river crossing by raft before the rafting itself, which is carried out in two runs.
Midsummer celebrations
July 19th

Traditional Midsummer Celebration at Kukkolaforsen

Celebrate Midsummer at Kukkolaforsen with shared traditions, family-friendly activities and our popular Midsummer buffet.
Singalong i bastu
Tuesdays 14.7.-28.7. at 17-21

Sauna & Grill Evening with Music

Bring a towel to the sauna barbecue evening, relax and enjoy the music. In July, we invite you to three atmospheric summer evenings at Kukkolaforsen. A relaxed combination of traditional sauna, barbecue buffet and music – in the middle of the living landscape of the rapids.
July 25th-26th

Whitefish festival

The whitefish festival at Kukkolaforsen is an annual event that celebrates the traditional catch and culture of whitefish fishing in the area.
Dinner on the river

Dinner on the River

Experience the closeness of the water and the roaring river. The swirling currents of the Kukkola Rapids are as close as you can get.
For body and soul

Experience the UNESCO Sauna Tradition

Discover the UNESCO-listed sauna culture with our diverse sauna offerings, from traditional smoke saunas to wood-fired hot tubs, all nestled amidst nature's tranquility.
Traditional cooking in Torne valley
Dining experience

Open Fire Grilled Whitefish

Savor the taste of grilled whitefish by the river, accompanied by local stories and a cozy ambiance. Book your unforgettable dining adventure!
Kulturguidning

Guidning i Kukkolaforsen kulturområde

Tornedalens och Kukkolas historia går inte att berätta utan att prata om fisket, människorna och livet kring älven. Den rika, mäktiga älven var och är en självklar del av livet och försörjningen.
Hole in one

Golf

18-hole golf paradise straddling the border between Finland and Sweden along the peaceful Torne River Delta
strandefiske i kukkolaforsen
Fiske

Fishing

Fiske på Kukkolaforsen inte bara en sport, det är en helhetsupplevelse som förenar naturens skönhet, spänningen i fisket och gemenskapen bland likasinnade.
Expedition

Vandring

Besök en av mätpunkterna (Perävaara) i Struves meridianbåge. Hela projektet är upptaget på Unescos världsarvslista. Promenaden är ca 1 km efter en smal stig i skogsterräng.
Theme day 16 August

National Rivers Day

National Rivers Day is a celebration of free national rivers. Celebrate in the view restaurant with amazing dinner.

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Kukkolaforsen stugor vid Torneälven

Accommodation

We offer various accommodation options, each with stunning views of the Torne River and our neighboring Finland in Swedish Lapland. Immerse yourself in the beauty of nature while staying with us.
Restaurang med utsikt
Utsiktsrestaurang

Riverside Restaurant

Indulge in our Riverside Restaurant's culinary fusion! From local flavors to global influences, experience diverse menus amid Torne Valley's stunning vistas.