Kalevala Lapland Village

Lapland Village Kalevala – a piece of Finland under the Karkonosze Mountains

Welcome to Borowice, where nature, Nordic culture, and Arctic emotions come together in one absolutely unique place.

What awaits you here?

Lapland adventure in the heart of the Karkonosze Mountains
Borowice is like a Finnish dream come true: mountain landscapes, fresh air, silence, and contact with nature. Perfect for outdoor enthusiasts – trekking, cycling, skiing, orienteering, and slow travel.

Huskies & reindeer within reach
Huskies (including the legendary Kalev) and reindeer directly from Finland live here permanently. You can stroll with them, take pictures, and... feel like you are beyond the Arctic Circle.

Santa Claus really visits here in winter!
No joke. From December, Kalevala transforms into a magical Christmas land with a visit from the Finnish Santa Claus, workshops, and attractions for children.

Saunas, culture, and the Scandinavian vibe
Discover Finnish traditions, relax in an atmospheric sauna, explore the history of Kalevala. A legendary village operating under the patronage of the Embassy of Finland.

Family attractions & education
Playground in the Moomin House, educational trail, building blocks, board games, film screenings, and cultural workshops. Children will be delighted!

It's not a fairy tale, it's Borowice.
Only 11 km from Karpacz, in Poland, a true “Little Finland” is being created. The only place like it outside of Finland itself.