Finland is a vast wilderness with thousands of lakes, a booming high-tech industry and the midnight sun above the Arctic Circle. This fascinating country is a popular stop en route to Russia and Estonia, which is just a short distance away by ferry.

City Driving

• Headlights must be used at all times and parking restrictions are strict but clearly indicated

• Most cities have metered parking areas

• Where parking vouchers are needed there is always a parking meter

• Parking vouchers cannot be bought from Service stations

Country Driving

• Not many travellers take the time to explore the country outside Helsinki and Turku, but those that do are rewarded by an untouched wilderness rarely seen elsewhere in Europe

• Motorists in Finland should remain alert for elk and reindeer which frequently wander onto roads and are most active at dusk

• Snow tyres are required when driving in Finland from December to February. These will be provided for National Car Rental vehicles