Ruka, nestled in the enchanting landscapes of Finland, offers a premier skiing destination in the Arctic Circle. Renowned for its superb snow conditions and well-maintained slopes, Ruka provides an unforgettable experience for ski and snowboard enthusiasts with 35 kilometers of diverse pistes. Plan your perfect ski holiday in advance: download the latest Ruka piste map to familiarize yourself with the trails and lifts ahead of time, ensuring you maximize your ski time.
Ruka ski resort piste map
Download it here, or pick up a copy at ticket offices and information points throughout Ruka.
Ruka piste map downloads
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- Ruka piste map pdf
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Ruka best ski pistes
Ruka in Finland offers 5% green, 42% blue, 37% red, 16% black runs, with floodlit night skiing and reliable winter conditions.
- Kuru, piste 5 (Blue - Intermediate): A wide, well‑groomed blue with gentle rollers.
- Kelo, piste 8 (Red - Intermediate): Smooth red carve friendly run.
- FIS, piste 4 (Red - Intermediate): FIS standard red used for competitions, fast and precise.
- Pessari, piste 10 (Blue - Intermediate): Mellow blue perfect for evening skiing under lights.
- Pessari, piste 11a (Blue - Intermediate): Slightly steeper blue with good grooming.
- Masto I, piste 35 (Black - Expert): A steep fall‑line black favored by locals.
- Ahonlaita, piste 27 (Red - Intermediate): A roller‑filled red, fun and varied.
- Masto, pistes 34 & 35 (Black - Expert): Two linked blacks offering challenging fall‑line runs.
- Vuosseli, piste 24 (Red - Intermediate): Consistent red with scenic forest surroundings.
- Reitti Saaruaan, piste 16 (Blue - Intermediate): Long night‑ski route with steady gradient.
- Reitti Mastolta, piste 36 (Blue - Intermediate): Connector blue leading back to main hub.
- Saarua, piste 12 (Black - Expert): Narrow, steep chute for expert skiers.
- Saarua, piste 13 (Black - Expert): Another demanding fall‑line black with firm snow.
Ruka ski resort in brief
- Resort height: 291 m
- Highest lift: 492 m
- Vertical drop: 201 m
- Downhill total length: 24 km
- Ski pistes: 35
- Types of pistes: 5% green, 42% blue, 37% red, 16% black
- Ski slopes orientation: N, E, S, W
- Ski lifts: 22
