Scandinavia, Finland

This new title in the acclaimed Michelin Green Guide series is your indispensible guide to a region of rare beauty, with its spectacular fjords and mountains, countless shimmering lakes, dense forests and remote wilderness areas. Rune stones, stave churches, charming old wooden towns, elegant castles and manors and well tended cottages are all part of the common legacy. Colourful folklore traditions and a lively cultural scene add to the region's attractions. • Descriptions of the countries' varied attractions classified according to the famous Michelin star-rating system: *** Worth a journey ** Worth a detour * Interesting • Informative essays in the Introduction presenting the Nordic landscapes, the Viking period, literature, wooden architecture, society and the cultural scene. • Practical Information chapter packed with useful addresses, travel tips, information on sports and adventure holidays, a calendar of events, a glossary and admission times and charges • More than 150 full-colour photographs • Over 40 detailed city and regional maps