Lapland O Week

Lapland O Week 2024: An unforgettable orienteering experience in the magnificent nature of Levi

This orienteering week offers everyone a different level of challenge and something to navigate. You don't have to be a top orienteering expert. The event is open to anyone interested in orienteering.

At Lapland O Week, experience is a priority. The venues have a good services and nice things to do for all participants. Children are also taken into account and there is no need to drive to the competition locations. Everything is close by, says Antti Vainio, event director of Lapland O Week.

Lapland O Week offers a special opportunity to experience orienteering in the wonderful nature of Lapland and to spend a nice time together with family and friends. Levi's beautiful scenery and good services create the perfect setting for an unforgettable orienteering adventure.

Lapland's unique nature makes orienteering an experience. Here you can enjoy the untouched forest and the wonderful landscapes of the mountains. Levi also has more challenging routes for more experienced orienteers, says Antti Vainio.

The format of Lapland O Week is flexible and versatile. Each participant can choose the tracks every day that suits for them from among 10 different tracks. The tracks vary according to skill level and distance. Long and shorter tracks are available daily. In total, there are about 50 control points available each day. In addition, the event has a competition class "Rulers of the Wilderness," in which Finland's top orienteers, including national team orienteers, participate, says Antti Vainio.

Lapland O Week coincides with Levi Bike & Outdoor Fest.

Event details:
- Date: 20.7.-25.7.2024 (orienteering days Sat, Sun, Mon, Wed, Thu)
- Suitable for orienteering enthusiasts of all ages
- No pre-registration required, you can arrive and start orienteering right away
- The competition class "Rulers of the Wilderness", features top orienteers