Lampivaara Amethystmine

Secret under the snow

Lampivaara Amethyst Mine, loceted in Lapland, is fascinating travel destination all year round. Even now, when winter has the most thrilling moments, we welcome all visitors to search for their own lucky amethyst stone.

View from Amethyst Mine in January (photo:Pekka Hänninen, Luosto)

Already your travel to mine is an adventure. You can admire the fabulous scenery which resembles fairy tales and the myths of nature. You can find the special colors of arctic sky and this time of the year there are no two days alike.

Moment of sun at Amethyst Mine on 14.1.2012 (photo:Pekka Hänninen, Luosto)

Visitors are warmly welcome

Visitors are invited in the wooden houses, covered with snow outside but warm inside! Here you will learn about this purple variation of quartz which was formed about 2000 million years ago, deep inside the ancient mountain. While shipping warm beverages, guide will lead you to the fascinating world of amethyst.

Even tepee is covered with snow (photo: Pekka Hänninen, Luosto)

Part of the Amethyst Mine, which is open and on surface, is covered with roof. Due to this it is possible to dig stones also in winter time.

Going down to mine is always fun and stirring

You will recognise amethyst of the violet (amethystine) color

Amethyst Mine is open every day and guided tours are given in English and Finnish. It is also possible to arrange tours in French, German, Japan (audiotape) and Russian (audiotape) on request. Welcome to have unforgettable moments with us in the middle of the most beautiful scenery of Lapland!

Amethyst Mine 14.1.2012 (photo: Pekka Hänninen, Luosto)

We are proud to present this unique destination which is located above the Arctic Circle and is surrounded by national park. It has a long geological history and many interesting natural periods have had an effect to that what we can experience today.

Amethyst crystal from Lampivaara

Lapland’s amethyst are half of the earth’s age
During your visit to Amethyst Mine you will learn to know how this fascinating gem stone arose 2000 million years ago. You will learn how it is possible to find it nowadays on the surface of Lampivaara fell. You will also hear interesting amethyst stories related to history of mankind from different part of the world.

This mining company is in charge of a national treasure
Mining here is done environmentally friendly. Mine is a special destination for visitors to experience nature, history and environment combined with your own hand-made mine work while searching your own lucky stone.