Things to do in Ruka
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Ruka Fell
There are 28 downhill ski slopes and 18 lifts on Ruka fell. The vertical drop is 201m and the longest run is 1300m - not bad averages at all for Finland, where hills are small and slope gently. Ruka also boasts cross-country trails totalling 250km. There are special areas for snowboarders.
The ski season runs from early November to mid-May, depending on snowfalls. During holiday periods such as Christmas, February and Easter, it seems that almost the entire population of Finland can be seen on Ruka's slopes.
Rates are slightly lower in the shoulder seasons. Alpine skis, including poles and boots, are available for rent and ski lessons are available in all disciplines.
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Piste
At the base of the lifts on Ruka’s main square, this cavernous wooden hall has several attractive dining areas and good service. There’s a pleasing range of dishes, all generously portioned, ranging from burgers and fried fish to weightier mixed grills and more delicate offerings such as arctic char cooked on hot stones with barley risotto, or house snails.
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Ruka fell
Busy Ruka fell boasts 31 downhill ski slopes, dedicated snowboard areas, a vertical drop of 201m and a longest run of 1300m, as well as the bonus of well over 200 skiable days per year: the season normally runs from mid-October to early June. Ruka also boasts cross-country trails totalling an impressive 500km.
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Riipisen Riistaravintola
At the Kelo ski-lift area, a five-minute walk from Ruka square, this friendly spot specialises in game dishes, and you’ll find Rudolf, Bullwinkle and, yes, poor Yogi (€60) on the menu here in various guises, depending on availability and season. Ptarmigan and capercaillie in cream sauce will get bird-lovers twitching too.
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Kalakeidas
This aquatic-oriented restaurant does a great fish soup and other temptations like pike fillet with blue cheese. There are various shared fish platters that should be ordered the day before. All the fish is locally caught, and they can take you out on fishing trips too.
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Zone
This central bar’s big glassed-in terrace packs out at night in the ski season and has its own fast-food kiosk. There’s karaoke nightly, regular live music, and a general vibe of pissed-up goodwill.
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Pizzeria Ruka
Nearby, this is the place for Italian-style pizzas in a family-friendly atmosphere. There are attractive special offers for the younger generation.
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