Ylläs is one of Lapland's most popular and prestigious ski resorts. https://ski.yllas.fi/ and tourist resorts - and for good reason. Finland's longest ski slopes, stunning scenery, year-round activities and good accessibility make the area attractive for both holiday home ownership and real estate investment.
When you are thinking about buying your own holiday or investment home in Ylläs, there is one key question: Äkäslompolo or Ylläsjärvi?
Although both villages are located on the same fellside, they are clearly different in terms of atmosphere, services and usage profile. In this comparison, we will look at the strengths of both areas - the very aspects that are important when deciding whether to buy a holiday home or an investment property.
Ylläsjärvi or Äkäslompolo - comparing regions in a nutshell
Both areas offer great opportunities for outdoor activities all year round - skiing, downhill skiing, mountain biking and hiking.
Äkäslompolo - A rural haven of peace
- Authentic Lapland atmosphere and silence
- Great ski slopes and hiking trails
- Lake scenery and direct access to the national park
- Local services and a relaxed atmosphere
Ylläsjärvi - Active life at the foot of the slopes
- Direct access to gondola lift and ski slopes
- A family-friendly and developing area
- Lots of guided activities and programmes suitable for families with children
Holiday or investment home in Äkäslompolo or Ylläsjärvi?
Both areas also offer excellent opportunities to buy a holiday home or cottage - both for personal use and as an investment. https://www.talouselama.fi/uutiset
Äkäslompolo has long been a favourite of skiers and those who appreciate the peace and quiet of nature. The village has a strong identity, a well-established clientele and tourists who return from season to season. The holiday homes are set amidst forests and fells - often right next to ski runs and hiking trails.
Why choose Äkäslompolo?
- Stable rental demand, especially in winter
- Nature-loving clientele who appreciate peace and quietThe popular destinations in Käslompolo include the Kellokas Nature Centre, Lake Kesänkijärvi and numerous hiking trails.Good village structure and services - Jouni's shop restaurants and rental agencies
- Äkäslompolo is located on the north side of the fjord towards Kolari, and there are good road connections also to by train for arrivals. It is about 35 km to Kolari, from where you can get to Äkäslompolo by train bus or rental car.
Äkäslompolo is a good option if you are looking for a destination that appeals to a tenant looking for nature and tranquillity, or if you want to enjoy an unhurried holiday yourself. Äkäslompolo has a varied building stock: you can find older cottages, quality villas and new holiday homes close to services. The supply of plots is more limited, but the attractiveness of the area keeps demand high.
Ylläsjärvi - Developing, active and close to the slopes
Ylläsjärvi is an area that has become particularly popular with skiers and families with children. The Ylläs gondola lift is located here, resulting in a high occupancy rate of holiday homes, especially in winter, but demand has also increased in summer, with the slopes being popular with downhill skiers. Holiday homes range from cottages in the peace and quiet of nature to carefree holiday apartments at the foot of the slopes.
Why choose Ylläsjärvi?
- Direct access to the slopes and gondola lift
- Ylläsjärvi offers direct access to the southern slopes of the fells and the Varkaankuru and Ylläslompolo scenic routes, for example.
- Excellent rentability during the high season
- An evolving area - new services, activities and events
- Ylläsjärvi is located south of Yllästunturi, closer to Kittilä airport (approx. 35 min). It is an excellent choice if you value easy accessibility and a short distance from the airport.
Äkäslompolo or Ylläsjärvi - which should you choose?
The choice between Äkäslompolo and Ylläsjärvi depends largely on what kind of life or holiday you are looking for - and on the other hand, what kind of expected return or use value you are looking for from your property.
If you appreciate traditional village life and a connection to nature, Äkäslompolo is an excellent choice. If you are looking for a modern environment and want to be as close to the slopes as possible, Ylläsjärvi is the perfect place.
Both destinations are unique in their own way - and there is no wrong choice. It's just a question of which shade of mountain environment resonates with your lifestyle.
A tip from a KotiSome LKV expert:
” Are you interested in buying a holiday home or investing in real estate in Äkäslompolo or Ylläsjärvi? It's worth checking out what both areas have to offer - and making a decision that serves both your heart and your mind. We KotiSome LKV. real estate agents we will help you find the right solution for you, whether you are looking for an investment, a holiday home or a new home.”
