| Karigasniemi | ||
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| State | Finland | |
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| Inhabitants | 300 | |
| Prefix tel | 358 | |
| POSTAL CODE | 99950 | |
| Time zone | UTC 2 | |
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Karigasniemi (Gáregasnjárga) is a village in the Finnish Lapland in the municipality of Utsjoki.
To know
Sami, Finns and Norwegians live together in the village. In the past no one cared about borders and families lived on both sides of the river, as they continue to do. It is possible to hear all three languages in the village and it happens that they are used mixed together. They can be studied in primary school. Many live in one of the two countries and work in the other. Not only the inhabitants of Karigasniemi participate in cross-border events and shopping.
The Sami are the majority in Karigasniemi. Although income has always come from many sources, some have traditionally derived their livelihood primarily from river fishing while others from large-scale reindeer farming. Both traditions are strongly rooted in the area, although of course the newer occupations have spread and people live modern lives in many respects. Tourism is important in this area.
Looking at salmon rivers, neighboring Tenojoki is the most productive of those in Northern Europe, supplying 15/20% of all salmon caught from European rivers. There are 9,000 tourists who fish in this river every year, catching an average of 40 tons of salmon.
Geographical notes
Karigasniemi is located on the eastern bank of the Inarinjoki River (Anarjohka), which delineates the border with the Norway. A little further downstream the Inarijoki meets the Karasjoki River (Karasjohka) to form the Tenojoki (Deatnu, Burrow).
Background
The village was connected by an asphalted road in 1940. Previously, an old postal route was used through the Muotkatunturit nature area to the southeast, which still exists today.
How to orient yourself
Karigasniemi: full screen map.
How to get
Crossing the border is not problematic, thanks to the Nordic cooperation and the agreement of Schengen. Norway is not part of theEuropean Union, but under the different applicable legislation, the goods may need to be declared; animals must have their papers in order and fishermen and boaters need a certificate on disinfection. There is a common customs office on the Finnish side.
By car
Karigasniemi is crossed by the national road 92 (here called East Karigasniementie, Norjantie west from the center), which becomes state road 92 di Norway across the river. The scenic regional road 970 (Ylätenontie) follows the Inarinjoki and Tenonjoki rivers for 100 kilometers downstream towards Utsjoki. Local road 9704 (Inarijoentie) goes upstream (south) towards Angels.
By bus
There are daily buses along route 92 from Rovaniemi Street Ivalo is Inari, some continue to Karasjok, High is North Cape. For Utsjoki there is a transfer to Kaamanen (for buses along the E75).
How to get around
The village is small enough to be seen on foot. The bicycle or car is almost strictly necessary to reach any other place (unless the bus passes properly). In winter there are snowmobile trails (check rates and regulations for renting a snowmobile; driving off the marked routes requires permission).
Most of the services are very close to each other near the road intersection. The ancient village is located 3 km along the road upstream.
By taxi
- Tomme Rasmus taxi service, ☎ 358 400 386677.
What see
- Sáivu, ☎ 358 40 7286 822, @[email protected].
10:00–17:00. The house of the village association, with tourist information (in summer), cafeteria, internet connection, summer "reality" from underwater cameras showing salmon in real time. It also has a riverside sauna.
10:00–17:00. The house of the village association, with tourist information (in summer), cafeteria, internet connection, summer "reality" from underwater cameras showing salmon in real time. It also has a riverside sauna.Events and parties
What to do
- [link previously not working]Fishing.
Teno and Inarinjoki downstream of Matinköngäs 40 € per day per person (the "day" starts at 19:00) from the quay or by boat, 25 € per day per person to fish only from the dock, spouse 5 € per day, children 5 € per week (in addition to national fishing rights, also in Norway unless staying on the Finnish side); Inarinjoki to Matinköngäs (about 40 km upstream) and upstream including Skietshamjoki 10 € per day. From 1-June to 20-August, except from Sun 19:00 to Mon 19:00. Tenojoki is rich in salmon. Several companies offer fishing excursions. It is possible to go there alone, as long as you pay the fishing taxes and comply with the laws, which vary from area to area. More information from local tourism businesses or Ylä-Teno fishing inspectors, Niilo A. Rasmus 358 40 843 9094 and Jorma Harlin 358 40 843 9093. Tributaries and lakes are not included in Teno's permits and fishing is restricted in many waters; Separate permits are available for some areas, both from landowners and through the "Utsjoki 1574" permit which allows fishing in calm waters in most natural areas. Fishing equipment, including boat and boots, must be disinfected if coming from other waters (e.g. via proper drying or at a disinfection point; certificate required), due to the parasite Gyrodactylus salaris present in many other northern waters.- Mustakoski (Cáhppesguoika): daily huts, camps to light the fire; 6.2 km upstream.
- Kuivaniva (Goikenjavvi): shed; 9.8 km upstream.
- Kuoppaniva (Guohppenjavvi): parking, path marked for the fishing spot; 13.7 km upstream.
- Doarrovasbákti: daily hut; 15 km upstream.
- Nature and hiking trails
- 1 Sulaoja nature trail (11km east along road 92, same starting point as the Kevo route, at a rest stop). Free. Nature trail of 2 km in hilly areas to the holy spring of Sulaoja (Suttesjohka; "the spring that does not freeze"), also telling of the autumn moth (Epirrita autumnata), which in 1965-1966 destroyed vast expanses of birch forest.
- 2 Kevo trail (It starts in Sulaoja, 10 km east of Karigasniemi). Free. From 15-June to 31-March, with no access outside this period. Challenging path of 63 or 78 km through the Kevo canyon in the natural Paistunturi, with rough terrain, steep sections, fords. The canyon and its surroundings are an integral reserve; the tracks must be followed (except in winter). There are huts and shelters for stays and overnight stays, camping is allowed on those sites. The trail ends at Lake Kenesjärvi, 26 km south of Utsjoki on the E75.
- 1 Sulaoja nature trail (11km east along road 92, same starting point as the Kevo route, at a rest stop).
Teno and Inarinjoki downstream of Matinköngäs 40 € per day per person (the "day" starts at 19:00) from the quay or by boat, 25 € per day per person to fish only from the dock, spouse 5 € per day, children 5 € per week (in addition to national fishing rights, also in Norway unless staying on the Finnish side); Inarinjoki to Matinköngäs (about 40 km upstream) and upstream including Skietshamjoki 10 € per day. - Hunting. Some commercial housing structures have their own hunting grounds and permits can be purchased for some state-owned areas. You can have guides and dogs. To hunt alone you need a firearms license and a general hunting permit. The northern ptarmigan is the most common prey. Hunting on the state-owned territory, without a guide is possible, but in addition to having the general and local permits and the relevant skills, it is necessary to contact the coordinator of the reindeer farm, in order not to ruin their work.
- Go cycling. There is an 11km cycling route from the Paistunturit nature area. It starts between Akukoski and Outakoski about 25km downstream, ending at Lake Akujärvi. It is possible to continue 5 km on foot to the Ahkojotgoahti (Aku-Kammi) camp on the Kevo route. Suomen Latu (an association of skiers and hikers) built a peat hut here (goahti, kammi).
Shopping
- 1 K-market Härkönen, Ylätenontie 24, ☎ 358 16 676 241. Mon-Fri 9: 00-20: 00, Sat 9: 00-19: 00, Sun 11: 00-18: 00. Food store. Also some pharmacy services.
- 2 Ailigas-market, ☎ 358 16 676 126, fax: 358 16 676 126. Grocery store (Tarmo). Also distributor. Pizza from Kotipizza.
- 3 K-Extra Pohjanrinne, Ylätenontie 30, ☎ 358 16 676 110. Mon-Fri 9: 00-20: 00, Sat 9: 00-18: 00, Sun closed. Grocery store with outdoor car equipment. Also postal services, Matkahuolto and petrol stations.
- 4 Giehtta Dáidu (Marjo Liikala), Reistintie 31 (In Outakoski), ☎ 358 40 527 4746. Reindeer-based craftsmanship.
How to have fun
Where to eat
Most hospitality businesses also serve meals. Pizza (Kotipizzza) at the Ailigas-market and cafe in Sáivu.
Where stay
Average prices
In order of distance from the village.
- 1 Kalastajan majatalo (Fisherman's Inn), Ylätenontie 32, ☎ 358 40 484 8171, @[email protected]. Double room 70 € / night; cabin (without amenities; from 1-June to 31-July) 50 € / night; apartments from 85 € / night. Accommodation, restaurant, fishing permits, boat rental and hunting trips.
- Lomakeskus Napakettu (2 km downstream), ☎ 358 16 676 232, fax: 358 16 676 232, @[email protected]. 1/2 people: 80 € / night, linen 8 € / person, without breakfast. Cottage; excursions and equipment rental (canoes, river boats, cross-country skiing, etc.) for guests.
- 2 Tenon eräkievari, Rovisuvannontie 59 (8 km downstream), ☎ 358 16 676 088, @[email protected]. Double, linen and breakfast 90 €; boat and motor 50 € / day petrol; equipment € 15 / day; oars 35 € / hour. Accommodation, food, boat, oars; hunting / fishing trips and guided excursions.
- 3 [link not working]Ylä-Tenon takkatuvat, Kuoppaniva (13 km upstream), ☎ 358 16 676 200, @[email protected]. Cottage, camping, travel and fishing permits.
- 4 Seitala, Tenontie 7140 (In Outakoski,). Double 60 € / day; caravan (2 adults, with electricity) 33 € / day; tent (2 adults) 23 € / day; rowing boat 30 € / day; oars 35 € / hour; sauna 5 € / person / hour or 20 € / hour; be reached by car € 0.50 / km, minimum € 20. In a good fishing position. Various accommodations (rooms, holiday homes, campsites); fishing permits; boats, engines and equipment for rent; rowing service; hunting for northern ptarmigan.
Safety
How to keep in touch
Telephony
Mobile phone reception is good along Route 92, but weak in river valleys. In deserted areas, climb to the highest peaks to connect.
Around
- The Muotkatunturit Nature Reserve or the Paistunturit Nature Area for excursions to the peaceful hinterland.
- Karasjok in Norway about 18 kilometers away.
Other projects
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