7Rovaniemi, Finland

While many travel to Lapland during the holidays, few venture beyond Santa Claus Village, making Rovaniemi’s surrounding countryside an excellent crowd-free option. Stay in a cozy cabin in the forest, where you’ll have prime views of the Northern Lights without the tourist crowds.

Rovaniemi offers unique winter activities like dog sledding, snowshoeing, and reindeer sleigh rides, all while preserving a calm, magical atmosphere. Spending Christmas here feels like stepping into a winter fantasy, with snow-covered landscapes and endless opportunities for stargazing in pristine solitude.

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