Yllas Ski Holidays - Resort Guide

Yllas is one of the most popular destinations in Finland, due to it being home to some of the longest ski runs in the country and also the largest downhill and cross-country ski centre. Yllas consists of several fells and two original lappish villages, cosy log cabins are scattered around the villages. Situated 718m high, Yllas fell is actually one of the highest fells in Lapland. Not only is Yllas ideal for skiing but is also perfect for a family holiday, with the opportunity to visit Santa’s grotto. You can also experience the wonderful delights of the Northern lights, which lucky visitors can view from the comfort of the resort.

Piste Fact File On Yllas

• Resort height – 718m
• Number of lifts – 19
• Number of runs – 240 (Banff combined Ski area)
• Longest run – 3km
• Vertical drop- 463m
• Snowboarding park - 2

Beginners- With plenty of long wide slopes available in Yllas, combined with the high quality tuition available, beginners will be soon mastering the basics and will be out on the slopes in no time.

Intermediate – Wide flattening runs make Yllas perfect for early intermediates to improve their technique before moving onto more challenging areas.

Advanced – Yllas is limited in the challenges for advanced skiers, but does offer some good off-piste snow conditions.

Snowboarders – Yllas is a great place for snowboarders to practise their jumps and tricks on the soft, reliable snow. There are also two snowboarding parks at separate ends of the resort.

Après Ski – Yllas doesn’t have a centre as such, but does offer a selection of lively bars scattered throughout the village, Yllas also offers a number of excursions, such as trips to the reindeer farm or to see the snow castle, which is made purely from ice and snow. Other activities on offer include tobogganing, ice fishing and snow walking. If you’re lucky you may get to experience the truly spectacular sight of the northern lights twinkling in the sky, as they can be seen from within the resort of Yllas.

Transfers – Yllas is situated approximately 1hr from Kittila Airport.

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