Äkäslompolo

Äkäslompolo (Finnish pronunciation: [ˈækæsˌlompolo]) is a village in the municipality of Kolari in Finland's Lapland region.

It is situated next to a lake of the same name, north-east of the town of Kolari.

[1][2] Äkäslompolo is, along with Ylläsjärvi, the primary town for the ski resort Yllästunturi, also known as Ylläs for short.

[3] In summer Äkäslompolo is popular among hikers, anglers, canoeists, and other outdoor enthusiasts.

There are several hotels and many holiday homes in the area.

Äkäslompolo seen from the Ylläs fell.
The shores of Lake Äkäslompolo, 2017.
Winter in Äkäslompolo, Lapland (2024)