Sitting atop west central Finland's Bothnian Bay is the town of Kemi; with a population approaching 22,000 it's the site of Europe's only chromium mine, lending a great deal of importance to the region. As it's also within the Lapland region of Finland, it's one of the larger stops within the area for Northern Lights chasers and those who wish to make a Christmas visit to Santa's traditional home. Anyone who wishes to continue their journey into this scenic area would be best advised to hire a car from Kemi Railway Station.
Kemi is best known for its SnowCastle; a huge castle built from ice containing hotel rooms, a restaurant and bar, as well as a children's play area and even a chapel where couples can be officially married. Such is the venue's level of demand and popularity that it must be rebuilt from scratch every year. Hiring a car from Kemi Railway Station is the best way to smoothly transition between your travels on rail and on road, with a wealth of scenery and attractions available to you both within Kemi and in the wider Lapland region.
