Santa’s village in Lapland overflows with Christmas season visitors

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Visitors from across Europe and beyond flock to Santa Claus Village, but locals warn that mass tourism is driving up housing prices, reducing long-term housing availability, and transforming their city centre into a “transient space.”

While some residents demand stricter regulation of short-term rentals, others highlight the economic benefits. Mayor Ulla-Kirsikka Vainio believes national legislation is needed to balance growth and community well-being.