The magical winter in Ranua

15.2.2025 – Source: Ranua Wildlife Park

Peace, quiet, and snowy landscapes ❄️We are at the edge of pristine nature, far away from everything—yet as close to the essence as one can get. Here, time slows down, and the only sounds you hear are the whispers of the forest and the crunch of snow beneath your feet. 🌲✨

Embark on an unforgettable snowmobile journey to a cozy Lappish hut! Feel the thrill of gliding through a snow-covered forest and across a frozen lake under the serene Arctic sky. ✨ If luck is on your side, you’ll be treated to a clear, moonlit night filled with glittering stars. And maybe the breathtaking Northern Lights will make a dazzling appearance, lighting up your path with their ethereal glow.

Don’t miss this chance to immerse yourself in the magic of the Arctic night. Who’s ready for the adventure of a lifetime?

Do you know how exactly the Northern lights are born?

According to an old Finnish legend, the Northern Lights are born when a mystical Arctic fox runs across the snow, sweeping it’s tail against the ground and sending sparks into the sky. 🌌🦊✨ In Finnish we even call them with the name “Revontulet”—the fox’s fire!

The wolverine kids Ilo and Valo (Light and Delight) celebrated their first birthday! 💛🎉

A year ago, Khurma the female wolverine spent a lot of time in its den and hiding food outside. In April, a hunch of cubs turned into certainty: the camera captured the wolverine cubs first steps outdoors! 💛

At first clumsy, the cubs grew and gained confidence day by day, exploring their surroundings. Summer brought many fun moments – wrestling, tumbles, growling, climbing, and playing in the mud puddles. 😍

The sisters have now grown into adults and are valuable to the wolverine conservation program, which is maintained by the European Association of Zoos and Aquaria. The aim is to maintain a genetically diverse population in human care.

The cubs’ birth and growth have brought immense joy – and their energy shows no signs of slowing down!

The Moose Restaurant is open!

The moose had plenty to wonder about as a wild least weasel hunted right in front of its nose.

Wolf’s drinking break 💦

The snowy owl’s feathers contain air bubbles that help keep it warm in cold conditions. Interestingly, heat loss occurs only through the owl’s eyes, as the rest of its body is protected by a thick, dense feather cover.

Venus knows how to kick off the weekend – with an icy dive! 🐾❄️ What better way to celebrate Friday feeling than this frosty splash?

Do you dare to try ice swimming? As our guest at Ranua Resort, you can experience the thrill of ice swimming yourself!💦

Walking on snow can be slippery at times, but moving on four legs has its perks!

Welcome to Ranua! As you can see we have a real Winter Wonderland here!