We had a very pleasant and quiet night here by the lake. We like this Airbnb so much that we decide to stay one night longer. Luckily the hosts reply right away that the cottage is still available. We enjoy our breakfast looking out over the lake and plan the day. Our destination is Reivo nature reserve. Before that we go shopping in Arvidsjaur and visit the Sami town of Lappstaden, built in the 17th century, which is located in what is now the town centre. The Sami came to these houses to fulfil their church obligations. The old wooden buildings are no longer inhabited, but they are used every year for the big gathering day towards the end of August.
On we go to Reivo nature reserve. A very adventurous “road” with potholes, deep mud and snow leads us to our destination.
We both gladly take on the challenge of driving this obstacle-strewn stretch and begin to appreciate relaxed driving on tarmac roads more. Once more we are also glad of our rental car’s four-wheel drive, because without it we would not have made it up the steep, snow-covered muddy roads on our summer tyres. Of course we are once again the only people for miles around and enjoy the peace and the nature. There are a few lakes and a great deal of forest. Annina spots a young moose standing far away at the edge of the forest. At first we take it for a tree stump, but with Nicolas’ zoom lens it becomes clear that it really is a moose. Here is the full-frame shot taken at 200 mm and the crop of the moose. Would you have spotted the moose straight away?
On the way back we again come across a few reindeer, which have to serve as photo subjects. The nature reserve is the perfect destination for nature lovers, and perhaps more accessible in summer.
Back in Arvidsjaur we buy a few forgotten groceries and spend the evening in our cosy house by the lake with a crackling fire. Before that, though, there is a bit of exercise, and of course we again have plenty of pictures to edit.
Comments
Questions, tips or just a hello: We are happy about every message.