Yllästunturin luontokeskus Kellokas
Kellokas in Äkäslompolo guides hikes in Pallas-Yllästunturi National Park and presents local nature and culture in a free exhibition.
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About the museum
The Yllästunturi Kellokas nature centre is run by the Nature Services of Metsähallitus (Parks & Wildlife Finland) in Äkäslompolo, in the municipality of Kolari. It serves as a service point for Pallas-Yllästunturi National Park: staff advise on hiking routes and fishing permits, and the starting points of ski and hiking trails are close to the yard. Views of the fell landscape open from the windows and the yard.
The centre has a free exhibition, Meän elämää (Our Life), which presents local nature and culture. The building also houses the Savottamuseo (logging camp museum) and changing art exhibitions; Galleria Kellokas is run by the Lapin Taiteilijaseura (Lapland Artists’ Association). The lobby has a small shop selling maps and local products, and evening events on film and nature are held in the premises all year round.
In 2024 the nature centre had about 115,800 visits.
Highlights
- Meän elämää exhibition on local nature and culture
- Savottamuseo (logging camp museum)
- Advice on Pallas-Yllästunturi National Park
- Fell views from the windows and the yard
- Free admission
Permanent exhibition
- Meän elämää – The free exhibition presents local nature and culture in the Ylläs area.
- Founded
- 1995
- Operated by
- Metsähallitus (Luontopalvelut)
- Visitors per year
- approx. 115,800 (2024)
Admission & discounts
Admission is free.
Visiting the nature centre is free of charge.
Accessibility
- Wheelchair accessible
- Elevator: no information
- Accessible restroom
- Accessible parking: no information
- Service dogs welcome: no information
- Tactile models & exhibits: no information
- Sign language tours: no information
- Easy-to-read materials: no information
- Audio description: no information
The nature centre is step-free and suitable for families with children. The exhibition areas are accessible by wheelchair, and there is an accessible toilet.
Kids & families
Great for kids & families
The nature centre is step-free and suitable for families with children.
Getting there & parking
By car
Parking available
The parking area is in front of the centre.
Amenities & dining
- Museum shop
The shop sells maps and local products.
Events & venue rental
The museum hasn’t published any information on this.
Plan your visit
| Good to know | There is a parking area in front of the centre. Film and nature evenings are held in the premises. |
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