Sapmi Park — Attraction in Karasjok

Visited here some years ago, (I'm guessing around 2012 ish) and I didn't do reviews etc. at the time, so having just spotted the place while browsing Google maps thought I'd share my experience. Called in here having driven almost past and they had just started to close for the night, but opened their doors again for us and allowed us to sort through the whole audio visual experience. I've got to say it is perhaps the most beautiful thing I've ever watched. I'm no sorter, but I almost cried watching it! Seriously, if you are within and hours drive of this place, make a detour and call in, it is more than with the journey. You will not be disappointed. Big thank you to the very welcoming staff too, you made it visit most enjoyable....

We visited this park during the winter. Apart from a relatively big souvenir shop (which has quite a large selection of souvenirs) and a glass blowing shop, we weren’t too sure what was supposed to happen here (though admittedly this may be a summer spot rather than a winter one).

There is supposed to be a film / exhibition of the Sami culture, but that requires booking with a hotel / tour agency. When we went, one can’t simply enter or visit it without prior booking. (Again, not sure if it is a winter specific case - best to check...

A lot of shops and selling but little information in the winter - when the tourist office is closed.

For winter activities: go to the Karasjok Camping.

And notice: there are beautiful (and free) langlauf loipes around Karasjok but the map in not to be found online.... you can make pictures of the map at the Tourist Office (inside) or at the Camping (outside the door so go here if you’re outside...