What sort of snacks should you pack for a day in the fells in Saariselkä?

Dear picnic food in Saariselkä They are easy to carry, nutritious and ready to eat without the need for a hob or cooking. For a day in the fells, you’ll need one filling main course, some lighter snacks in between, and plenty to drink. Here at Pirkon Pirtti, we prepare packed lunches featuring Lapland flavours and tailor the contents to your group’s preferences. If you order them in advance, your morning will start with packing your rucksacks rather than shopping for food, and your group will be able to set off on your route on time. Ordering is easy once you know your group’s size and preferences in advance.

What sort of snacks should you pack for a day out in Saariselkä?

You’ll burn more energy in the fells than when walking in town, and in windy or freezing conditions, you’ll get hungry before you know it. Plan three meals for the day: breakfast before setting off, lunch halfway along the route, and a small snack for the rest of the journey. For lunch, choose a filling meal that you can eat quickly so you don’t get cold standing still. Small snacks, such as bread rolls and flatbreads, fit easily in your pocket and can withstand the knocks of a rucksack. It’s easy to grab them whilst wearing gloves during a break. A sweet treat, such as a bun or a mix of nuts, will give you the energy you need for that final kilometre.

Also consider the group’s snacks from a transport perspective. Dry, non-perishable foods will keep well in a rucksack, whilst delicate salads need their own container. It’s a good idea to bring a thermos flask for drinks, as a warm drink is a real pick-me-up during a cold break. Divide the heaviest items of luggage amongst several rucksacks so that no one has to carry the whole group’s lunch. We’ll agree on the packing method and food choices when you place your order, once we know the length of the route and the size of your group. Please also check before setting off that everyone has their own water bottle.

When you order your packed lunch in advance, your morning starts with packing your rucksacks rather than going out to buy food.

How do you book packed lunches in advance in Saariselkä?

When you pre-book, just let us know the size of your group, the date of your trip and your preferences, and we’ll take care of the rest. Order picnic snacks and outdoor meals to go with your cottage accommodation, so your food is ready the moment you strap on your rucksack. You won’t have to run round the shops on the morning of your holiday or worry about whether there’ll be enough bread for everyone. You’ll have a peaceful morning, with time to check the weather, sort out your kit and charge your camera battery. We’ll agree on the delivery time and location when you place your order. This is handy for a small group, and even more so for a large one, as everyone’s requests can be collected in one go.

When you place your order, please let us know how many people are coming, the length of the route and when the group will set off. We’ll use this information to plan the right amount and type of food, leaving you free to focus on choosing the route. Please also let us know about any dietary requirements and allergies, so that everyone can have their own snacks and no one has to sit and watch others eat. We’ll tell you more about this in our article Special dietary requirements for catering orders. The more detail you provide, the better the snacks will meet your group’s needs, and the order will remain clear even after any last-minute changes.

Packed lunches for groups: for families, friends and work colleagues

When you’re with the family, familiar and easy-to-eat food works best, as the children can’t be bothered to wait when they’re hungry. A group of friends on a skiing trip needs more energy and more snacks. On a work team’s team-building day, packed lunches can be part of the programme, and a shared break on the fells brings the group together. We’ll tell you more about catering for meetings and team-building days in the guide. Catering for a corporate event in Saariselkä. If you’re travelling with children, it’s a good idea to pack some extra food, as breaks can easily run long. You should make sure there’s a hot drink for every member of the group.

We tailor the menu to your preferences, so the menu isn’t the same for every group. Lapland’s culinary culture provides the foundation, and you can request Lapland specialities, such as Lapland flatbread. After a day in the fells, your group can continue the evening with an à la carte meal at our restaurant. It’s lovely to share the day’s highlights over a meal together. Find out more our catering services, please submit a contact request and let us know the date of your trip and the size of your group, so that we can plan the packed lunch together.