Martinpilkki ice fishing contest on Lake Ahvenlampi in Luosto draws people from far and wide with its top prizes. Martinpilkki is a large, varied event for all the family, held in Luosto in late winter-early spring.
Martinpilkki Ice Fishing Contest
Martinpilkki ice fishing contest has gained a reputation, and no wonder! This giant springtime event, held in the middle of some of the most beautiful Lapland fell landscapes, is a wonderful opportunity to enjoy the early Lapland spring, the fell landscapes, the wide choice of ice-fishing competitions and fringe events and the amenities of Luosto. — is not only an ice-fishing competition, but also a family event in which live music and a varied fringe programme for adults and children complete your day out.
Martinpilkki is organised on beautiful Lake Ahvenlampi right next to the centre of the Luosto fell village, against the background of the stunning Ukko-Luosto fell. Snacks are sold at the event and the amenities of the Luosto centre are nearby.
The prizes at are generally top-class. By buying a raffle ticket you can take part in the ice-fishing competition yourself.
The event is organised by Sodankylä Lions Club.