Cinnamon-flavoured korvapuusti

In the run up to Christmas, Finns traditionally serve cinnamon buns topped with gingerbread stars. They’re eaten as they are, or (surprise!) with cloudberry jam. There’s even a Cinnamon Bun Day (October 4th) when the pastries are celebrated - no doubt to the delight of bakeries – across the country.

What to wear

When winter temperatures drop to -30, you stop worrying what you look like. The streets are full of Michelin Men-style apparel. This isn’t about style - it's about keeping warm
The key is layering. Wear good thermals, a mid-layer (e.g. long sleeved sports top), outer layer (e.g. fleece) then a ski jacket or equivalent
Waterproof hiking boots/trainers are fine for pavements or pathways but if you try to cut across snow you’ll probably sink in up to your calves
Most Finns dress very casually, even at dinner, so you probably won’t need that LBD unless you feel absolutely lost without it

Things to see and do

Destination guide: Lapland