
Levi
Experience magical Lapland skiing under the Northern Lights. Discover pristine slopes, guaranteed snow, and unique Arctic atmosphere.
Rising above the Arctic Circle in Finnish Lapland, Levi combines thrilling winter sports with the magic of the northern wilderness. As Finland's largest ski resort, it offers 43 slopes across both sides of the fell, creating a unique Arctic skiing experience where you can chase the Northern Lights or ski under the Midnight Sun, depending on the season. The resort's vibrant village atmosphere blends traditional Lappish culture with modern amenities, making it especially appealing for families and groups.
Levi is Finland's largest ski resort, with 43 runs and 45 kilometres of piste on a fell rising from 202 metres to 531 metres, a vertical of 329 metres. The grading is 45% beginner, 47% intermediate and 8% advanced, with no expert-rated runs, so it is firmly a groomed, family-friendly mountain. The lift network is built around four six-seater chairs, two gondolas, 17 T-bars and three surface lifts, which keeps queues moving. Sitting well north of the Arctic Circle at Sirkka, Levi trades big vertical for a long winter and a relaxed pace.
Most of the skiing is wide, forgiving cruising, with the longest run stretching to roughly 2 kilometres. Many slopes are floodlit, which matters in a Lapland winter when daylight is short and flat light is common, so night skiing is part of the routine rather than a novelty. Beginners and children have plenty of gentle slopes, and confident intermediates can lap the red runs all day. Advanced skiers will find only a handful of steeper pistes and little off-piste of note. Levi suits families, first-timers and anyone after an easy, social ski trip with plenty of time on snow.
The ski season in Levi stretches from October to May, offering one of the longest seasons in Europe. Early-season skiing starts under Lapland's autumn colors, while midwinter brings the ethereal polar night period when slopes are illuminated for extended skiing hours. Spring presents perfect conditions with lengthening daylight and reliable snow coverage. Beyond winter, summer transforms Levi into an outdoor adventure destination with hiking, mountain biking, and golf under the Midnight Sun.
Daily snow reports at Levi go back to 2025, 3 winters on the books. Open the record to compare winters, lifts and piste.
Situated 170 kilometers north of the Arctic Circle, Levi is remarkably accessible for such a northern destination. The resort is just a 15-minute drive from Kittilä Airport, which receives direct flights from major European cities during peak season. The resort center, Levi Village, concentrates accommodations, restaurants, and services within walking distance of the slopes, creating an intimate atmosphere where Arctic wilderness meets modern convenience.
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Live snow from the resort feed; forecast from Open-Meteo, via Supabase.
Snow depth at Levi is tracked at both the base and summit, since the two elevations often see different totals — roughly a 329m difference here. We report fresh snowfall over the last 24 hours and 7 days alongside the running season total, in both metric and imperial units.
Snow quality tracks closely with temperature and wind. We surface both alongside the snowfall data so you can judge whether conditions at Levi are holding up or starting to soften.
Levi snow data is collected through a combination of on-mountain reports and weather forecasting services, giving you both official resort updates and independent forecast data in one place. The mountain is served by 26 lifts, including 4 6-person chairlifts and 2 gondolas.
The biggest swings usually happen right after a storm. Check Levi's report in the morning for the freshest numbers, and again in the afternoon as conditions evolve.