Meet Santa Claus in Two Magical Locations in the Tornio Valley
Did you know you can now meet Santa Claus in the heart of authentic Lapland – and in not just one, but two different places? In Ylitornio, Santa Station and Santa’s River House offer unforgettable encounters with Santa throughout the winter season.
Santa Station opens on November 1, 2025
Santa Station is located in Aavasaksa, Ylitornio, in the atmospheric setting of a historic railway station. Here, you can meet Santa, feed reindeer, bake and craft together with the elves. Experiences are available both indoors and outdoors. Tickets can be purchased in advance via the online store.
The magical spirit of Christmas comes alive at the Santa Station Grand Opening on November 1, 2025, from 11 AM to 3 PM!
Santa’s River House Christmas Opening on November 8, 2025
Santa’s River House is located in a beautiful riverside landscape just outside Ylitornio town center. This traditional log house offers a unique chance to meet Santa Claus in a private setting with your family or friends. At Santa’s River House, you can meet both Santa and Mrs. Santa Claus, receive your own elf name, taste Mrs. Santa Claus’s homemade treats, craft a souvenir, and send a postcard stamped with Santa’s official seal. You can book your peaceful private visit in advance through the online calendar.
Join the Christmas Opening at Santa’s River House on November 8 from 10 AM to 5 PM, with local market stalls, coffee and treats, and family-friendly crafting activities.
Christmas magic throughout the winter
Both destinations are ideal for families and visitors of all ages as part of your winter holiday in the Tornio River Valley. The magic of Christmas is present throughout the snowy season, and meeting Santa will be one of the most memorable moments of your Lapland adventure.
Warmly welcome to experience a magical winter moment with Santa – here in the Tornio Valley, we’re ready to welcome Christmas lovers big and small. Solekko tulla!
Learn more:
Santasriverhouse.fi
Santaclausstation.com