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Rovaniemi: Rent Winter Clothing Sets

4.7 · 507 reviews 1 - 10 days From $54 Operated by Winterent · Bookable on GetYourGuide
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Rovaniemi’s winter cold is not a minor detail. It can reach minus 20 Celsius, and outdoor activities often keep you standing or sitting in the snow for long stretches. This rental gives you a ready-made Arctic outfit, so you can save suitcase space and arrive with less worry. I especially like the hotel delivery option and the fact that staff prepare sizes from your height, weight, age, and shoe size.

I also like that the clothing works for more than a single organized excursion. You can use it for a Northern Lights hunt, an ice-fishing trip, a snowy city walk, or simply an evening outside. The main caution is that base layers are still essential, and the boots or mittens may not suit every foot or every activity.

Key points at a glance

Rovaniemi: Rent Winter Clothing Sets - Key points at a glance

  • Ready-made Arctic kit: Adults receive a jacket, winter trousers, snow boots, mittens, and a tube scarf.
  • Useful for families: Children’s sets include an overall, mittens, boots, and a tube scarf, with several size ranges available.
  • Simple collection: Pick up your prepared clothing at Jaakonkatu 3 in central Rovaniemi during store opening hours.
  • Hotel delivery: You can pay extra for delivery and collection at your accommodation, a useful choice with children or bulky luggage.
  • Flexible rental period: Book from 1 to 10 days, with each rental day lasting 24 hours.
  • Good size support: Free exchanges are available at the store if an item does not fit properly.

Why Arctic clothing changes your Rovaniemi trip

Rovaniemi: Rent Winter Clothing Sets - Why Arctic clothing changes your Rovaniemi trip

Rovaniemi looks charming in winter, but ordinary city clothes can quickly become a problem once you leave heated interiors. A warm coat may be fine for walking from a hotel to a restaurant. It may not be enough for a Northern Lights outing, ice fishing, or any activity where you spend a long time outside in wind and snow.

Winterent’s set is designed to cover the outer layer that causes most packing trouble. You receive a winter jacket, winter trousers, snow boots, mittens, and a tube scarf. The jacket and trousers are intended to be waterproof and windproof, while the insulated design is aimed at Arctic temperatures.

I like the practical logic here. You do not need to buy a full set of specialist clothing for one holiday, and you do not need to fill a suitcase with large coats and boots. Several people have found the clothing comfortable at temperatures around minus 15 to minus 30 Celsius, though results depend on your base layers, activity level, and how long you remain still.

This is not a replacement for sensible winter dressing. Wear thermal underwear, warm socks, and a proper mid-layer underneath. Base layers are not included, and a beanie is also extra. The tube scarf helps protect your neck, but it is not the same as a warm hat.

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Collecting your set at Jaakonkatu 3

Rovaniemi: Rent Winter Clothing Sets - Collecting your set at Jaakonkatu 3

The shop is at Jaakonkatu 3, 96200 Rovaniemi. You can collect your clothing at any time during opening hours on the first day of your rental. The staff prepare the order in advance using the information you provide during booking: each person’s first name, height in centimeters, weight in kilograms, EU shoe size, and age.

That preparation is one of the best parts of the service. Instead of sorting through a rack and hoping you have guessed correctly, you arrive to find a set put together for your party. Several bookings have been completed in about 10 minutes, although you should still allow time to try everything on.

Try the boots carefully. Check that your toes can move, that your heel is not slipping, and that you have enough room for thick socks. A poor boot fit can turn a warm outing into a painful one. The store allows free size exchanges, and this is particularly helpful for children, who can be hard to fit accurately from measurements alone.

The staff can adjust items in the shop, including boot sizes. That makes collection more than a simple handover. It is your best chance to correct a problem before heading into the cold.

What adults receive in the winter set

Rovaniemi: Rent Winter Clothing Sets - What adults receive in the winter set

The adult unisex set includes:

  • A warm winter jacket
  • Warm winter trousers
  • Snow boots
  • Snow mittens
  • A tube scarf

Adult jackets are listed from 2XS through 7XL, while boot sizes run from EU 35 to EU 49. The broad clothing range is useful for mixed groups, and the set is not limited to a narrow standard size selection.

The jacket and trousers are the main reason to rent. They save considerable luggage space and give you a weather-resistant outer layer for several days. The clothing is described as modern rather than the bright one-piece overall often supplied by activity companies, so it may also feel more suitable for a restaurant, a city walk, or an evening excursion.

The set does have limits. Mittens are included, but one booking found them less effective in harsh conditions and recommended bringing personal gloves. Another person found the boots uncomfortable because the size was not right, despite the rest of the outfit working well. That is why I would treat the included hand and foot gear as convenient, not automatically perfect.

If you have sensitive feet, a favorite pair of winter boots, or gloves that you trust in severe cold, consider bringing them. You can still rent the coat and trousers, which are the bulkiest pieces and often the best value.

Children’s sizes and family planning

Children’s equipment includes an overall, mittens, snow boots, and a tube scarf. The listed overall sizes range from 90 to 135 centimeters. Thermal trousers are listed from 140 to 164 centimeters, while children’s gloves and shoes run from EU 23 to EU 35.

The supplied information also refers to children’s sets from 80 to 130 centimeters, so it is wise to enter your child’s exact height and age when booking and confirm the available fit with Winterent if your child is near the edge of a size range. Do not guess from age alone.

Families benefit from the store’s willingness to try different sizes. This matters because a child’s outfit must allow movement without leaving large gaps at the wrists, ankles, or neck. Staff have been patient with children trying on different items, and size changes can be made free of charge at the store.

For younger children, check the boot fit before leaving. A child may not be able to explain that a boot is rubbing or too loose until you are already far from the shop. Put on the socks your child plans to use, if possible, and make sure the overall allows comfortable movement.

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Using the clothing for different Arctic plans

This rental is not tied to one tour. You keep the set for your chosen rental period, from one to ten days, so it can cover several parts of your Rovaniemi stay.

For a Northern Lights outing, the jacket and trousers protect you during long waits outside. The warmest clothing matters most when you are standing still, since you produce less body heat than during an active walk. Add thermal layers, a hat, and good socks.

For ice fishing, waterproof outer clothing is especially useful. Snow and damp surfaces can quickly defeat ordinary trousers. One booking used the set during an outdoor ice-fishing trip in temperatures around minus 15 Celsius and found it kept them warm, but your own layers still matter.

For city walks, the outfit may feel more substantial than needed if temperatures are mild. You can open the jacket or reduce a mid-layer, but remember that a full rental set is designed for cold weather rather than indoor sightseeing. It is most valuable if your visit includes repeated outdoor time.

For general snow play and winter activities, the trousers and boots protect clothing from snow and wet ground. The rental can be especially useful for families who do not want to buy specialist gear for a short holiday.

The clothing also works for an evening out in the Arctic, though the look may not match every personal style. One customer liked the warmth but noted that the actual jacket and trousers looked different from the promotional photographs. If appearance matters to you, treat the photos as a guide rather than a guarantee of an exact color or design.

Delivery and collection at your accommodation

Winterent can deliver and collect the clothing from hotels and other accommodations for an additional charge. This is the easiest option if you arrive with children, stay outside the center, or have limited time before an early activity.

The delivery service has been particularly useful for people with tight schedules. Clothing arrives prepared according to the measurements supplied, and collection takes place afterward. You avoid carrying several large bags through town and do not need to make a separate shop visit.

There is a tradeoff: delivery and pickup cost extra, so the $54 starting price is not the full cost if you add this service. Compare the fee with a taxi ride, bus fares, and the time needed to reach Jaakonkatu 3. For a group, the convenience may justify the extra charge. For a couple staying nearby, store collection may be the better value.

Contact Winterent if you want delivery and collection rather than simply adding the basic rental. The service is available to hotels and accommodations, but the supplied information does not state one fixed delivery price for every address.

Price, rental length, and real value

Rovaniemi: Rent Winter Clothing Sets - Price, rental length, and real value

The listed price is $54 per person, with rentals available for 1 to 10 days. A rental day always means a 24-hour period. You can collect the clothing at any time during opening hours on the first day, but returning it after the 24-hour period on your final day brings a €13 charge for an extra day.

That timing rule deserves attention. If you rent for one day and collect at 3 p.m., you need to return the set within the relevant 24-hour period. A late evening return can create confusion, so check the return instructions at pickup and plan around the store’s opening hours.

For a short visit, $54 may feel expensive beside ordinary coat hire. I think the value improves when you consider the luggage space saved and the price of buying a jacket, snow trousers, boots, and gloves for a single trip. It also becomes more useful when you rent for several days and use the clothing across different activities.

The value is weaker if you already own a proper Arctic outer layer, warm boots, and reliable gloves. It is also less convincing if your plans involve only brief walks between hotels, restaurants, and indoor attractions. The service makes most sense for visitors who need serious outer clothing but do not want to buy or transport it.

A 4.7 rating from 507 reviews reflects strong overall satisfaction, especially with organization, warmth, easy exchanges, and friendly service. Still, the less positive experiences point to the same practical issue: the coat and trousers may work better than the included boots and mittens for some people.

Getting the fit right before you leave

Enter accurate details for every participant. Height and weight help staff choose the jacket, trousers, or overall, while shoe size helps them prepare the boots. Include age, especially for children.

At the shop, test the complete outfit rather than checking the jacket alone. Walk a few steps in the boots, bend your knees in the trousers, and raise your arms in the jacket. Try the tube scarf around your neck and check whether the mittens allow enough movement.

Do not size boots too tightly. Thick winter socks need room, and toes need to move to stay warm. But an oversized boot can rub and make walking awkward. If the fit is wrong, ask for an exchange before leaving. Size changes are free at the store.

It is also worth checking that every item is in your bag before departure. The set should include all five adult pieces, or all four children’s clothing items plus the tube scarf. Keep the rental bag together, since returning the full set is simpler than gathering items from different luggage pockets.

Cancellation, payment, and access

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund. The reserve-now-and-pay-later option lets you hold the booking without paying immediately, which is useful when your Lapland plans are still changing.

The activity is listed as wheelchair accessible, and the service language is English. Since this is a clothing collection rather than a guided excursion, there is no sightseeing guide or fixed group itinerary. Your main contact is the Winterent store team, who prepare the sizes and handle exchanges.

Who should rent from Winterent?

I would recommend this for:

  • Visitors flying with limited luggage space
  • Families who need winter clothing for several children
  • Anyone planning Northern Lights outings or ice fishing
  • People who do not own waterproof winter trousers and boots
  • Visitors staying at an accommodation where delivery is worth the extra fee
  • Anyone visiting Rovaniemi for several days of outdoor activity

I would be more cautious if you have specialist footwear needs, very sensitive feet, or already own a trusted Arctic outfit. In that case, rent the jacket and trousers if needed, but ask about using your own boots and gloves.

Should you book this winter clothing rental?

Book it if you want a simple way to handle Rovaniemi’s cold without filling your suitcase with bulky gear. The prepared sets, wide adult sizes, children’s options, free store exchanges, and optional hotel delivery make the process easy.

Plan to bring your own thermal base layers, warm hat, and perhaps personal boots or gloves. The rental is strongest as a complete outerwear solution, not as a guarantee that every included accessory will suit every person. For most visitors facing several cold outdoor days, the convenience and luggage savings make the $54 starting price reasonable.

FAQ

Where do I collect the winter clothing in Rovaniemi?

Collect your clothing at the Winterent store at Jaakonkatu 3, 96200 Rovaniemi. You can pick it up during opening hours on the first day of your rental.

Can Winterent deliver the clothing to my hotel?

Yes. Delivery and pickup are available to hotels and other accommodations for an additional fee. Contact Winterent to arrange the service.

How long can I rent the clothing?

You can rent the clothing for 1 to 10 days. Each rental day lasts 24 hours.

What is included in the adult clothing set?

The adult set includes a warm winter jacket, warm winter trousers, snow boots, snow mittens, and a tube scarf.

What is included in a children’s set?

Children receive an overall, mittens, snow boots, and a tube scarf. The listed children’s overall sizes range from 90 to 135 centimeters.

Are base layers and a beanie included?

No. Base layers and a beanie are not included, though they can be purchased separately.

What adult and shoe sizes are available?

Adult jackets are available from 2XS to 7XL, and adult snow boots are available from EU 35 to EU 49.

Can I change the size if the clothing does not fit?

Yes. Size exchanges are free at the Winterent store. Try on the clothing at collection and request any needed changes before leaving.

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