Karhunpesäkivi

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Karhunpesäkivi is a Sculpture Garden at Inarijärventie 2362, 99870 Inari, Finland

Karhunpesäkivi (Bear’s Den Stone) is a large glacial erratic boulder and cultural landmark on the shore of Lake Inari, about 15 km south of the village of Inari along the Inarijärventie road in northern Finnish Lapland. The massive rock, deposited by retreating glaciers at the end of the last ice age, has a natural cavity beneath it that resembles a bear’s den, giving it its name. The site has been developed as a small roadside attraction with outdoor sculptures, and there is a café nearby serving traditional Lappish food including sautéed reindeer. The boulder itself is an impressive example of the glacial geology that shaped the Inari landscape, and the lakeshore setting provides open views across the water to the fells beyond. The location on the eastern shore of Lake Inari, away from the village, means very little artificial light and the wide, unobstructed horizon over the lake gives a clear view of the northern sky. In winter, when the lake is frozen and snow-covered, the contrast between the dark boulder and the white landscape is striking.

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Where to find Karhunpesäkivi?

68°49'1"N, 27°18'51"E

Aurora hunting in Inari?

The aurora season here runs from September to March, with the best chances of seeing the Northern Lights in September, October, February and March.

What do people think of Karhunpesäkivi?

  • The worst sautéed reindeer I’ve ever eaten, and burnt coffee on top of that.

    Huonoin poronkäristys mitä oon koskaan syöny, ja palaneet kahvit kaupan päälle.

    Anette26 July 2014

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