Loimulohi Fire Cooking

Roast fresh salmon over an open fire using the traditional Finnish Loimulohi method and enjoy a relaxed meal in the Arctic wilderness.

Traditional Finnish loimulohi salmon roasting beside an open fire in the snowy Lapland wilderness.

What Makes It Special

In Lapland, some of the best moments happen around a campfire.

Loimulohi is one of Finland's oldest traditional fire cooking methods. Fresh Finnish salmon is slowly roasted on a wooden board beside an open fire while everyone gathers around the flames.

There is no rush. Just good food, warm drinks, and conversation while the wilderness grows quiet around you.

This isn't just dinner — it's an authentic Lapland food experience you'll remember long after your journey ends.

What to Expect

  • Traditional Loimulohi – Prepare fresh Finnish salmon together using the traditional Loimulohi method over an open fire.
  • Relax Around the Campfire – Enjoy warm drinks while the salmon slowly roasts beside the flames.
  • A Taste of Lapland – Simple local ingredients, traditional Finnish cooking, and the peaceful atmosphere of the Arctic wilderness.
  • An Authentic Lapland Moment – No crowds. No rush. Just good food, good company, and the warmth of the fire.
  • Around the fire is where Lapland feels most at home.
    Traditional Finnish loimulohi salmon cooking beside an open fire in the snowy Lapland wilderness.
    Fire, snow, and salmon — Lapland at its best

    Finish the Day Around the Fire

    After a day outdoors, there is no better way to slow down than around a campfire.

    The Loimulohi experience naturally complements almost every adventure we offer. Whether you've spent the day snowmobiling through the forest, ice fishing on a frozen lake, visiting a reindeer farm or chasing the Northern Lights, gathering around the fire is the perfect way to end your day.

    Together, we'll prepare fresh Finnish salmon over an open fire, share warm drinks and enjoy one of Lapland's oldest outdoor cooking traditions.

    Popular combinations include:

    Off-Trail Snowmobiling
    Chasing the Northern Lights
    Reindeer Farm & Sled Ride
    Arctic Ice Fishing

    Together, we'll prepare Finnish salmon over an open fire, share warm drinks, and enjoy one of Lapland's oldest outdoor cooking traditions.

    How It Works

    Choose your main activity first — for example snowmobiling, ice fishing, or a Northern Lights hunt.
    • Then add the Loimulohi Fire Cooking Experience as a special moment during the day or evening.
    • We’ll coordinate the timing so it fits naturally into your adventure.

    Simple. Local. Unforgettable.

    Important Information

    Availability
    This experience is offered only in combination with another activity.

    Group size
    Private experience for you and your group.

    Duration
    Approx. 1 – 1.5 hours, depending on the activity it’s combined with.

    Weather
    The experience takes place outdoors around a fire. In extreme weather conditions we may adjust the timing.

    Rather speak to a real person? You’re welcome to call us:
    Paulus: +358 40 029 2179

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