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Dress for the arctic environment

Being properly dressed for the arctic environment is the key to being able to enjoy to the full all the fantastic experiences that await you at ICEHOTEL. A comfortable inland climate prevails in Jukkasjärvi.

 

When planning your visit here, you should think in terms of the layer principle. The idea behind wearing several layers of clothing is that air spaces are formed between the layers. These air spaces serve to both insulate and ventilate. Avoid cotton clothing, since cotton binds moisture and therefore has the effect of chilling you instead of warming.

Winter outer clothing
such as warm overalls, warm shoes or boots, hat and mitts is included in your stay at ICEHOTEL - free of charge (both cold and warm accomodation). In addition to this it is very good to bring the "base layer" or thermal underwear meaning long-johns and long-sleeved undershirt, woollen and fleece sweaters, scarf and your own gloves/mittens, as well as plenty of socks and woollen socks.

 

How to dress

A good hat is essential. It should protect not only the head but also the ears and neck. Gloves should give good protection to the hands while at the same time allowing adequate freedom of movement and feel.

 

Choose footwear that is somewhat larger than normal to allow space for socks and/or insoles. This results in a warming air layer inside the shoe or boot to keep you warm for longer. Additional clothing is used at very low temperatures. A down jacket or a thick fleece or wool sweater serves as an effective extra garment.

 

Base layer

The layer nearest to the body needs to transport moisture away. Choose underwear in a synthetic material, wool or a wool mix. Mid-layer. The purpose of the mid-layer is to reinforce and regulate heat insulation and transport moisture away. Fleece, preferably windproof, makes an excellent mid-layer.

 

Outer shell

The purpose of the outer shell is to provide protection against wet and wind in combination with the other layers. The material should breathe and permit full freedom of movement. 
 

Convenient on-site shopping
At the ICEHOTEL store you will find microfleece and fleece underlayers, warm fleece sweaters, ICEHOTEL nightcaps in fleece, woolen socks, hats, mittens, balaclavas and much more. You can order the equipment you will need at the same time as you book your visit. The items will be delivered to you when you check in.

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