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Ranua

Region: Lapland | Population: ~4,220 (estimate 2024) | Area: ~2,490 km²

Ranua coat of arms

Town Highlights

  • Home of Ranua Wildlife Park, Finland’s northern zoo
  • Popular destination for Arctic wildlife encounters
  • Forestry and tourism second‑pillar local economy

Nature & Climate

Boreal forest, Arctic wetlands and northern lake scenery.

Fun Facts

  • Wildlife park houses native Arctic species
  • Established municipality in remote Lapland