SODANKYLÄN KUNTA 

▷ DESIGN

▷ CREATE

BRINGING SODANKYLÄ'S OUTDOOR ROUTES TO LIFE

Sodankylä Municipality is located in Finnish Lapland and is known for its diverse outdoor routes, ranging from accessible local trails to longer nature routes. The municipality wanted to increase awareness of these routes and inspire both locals and visitors to discover them.

Despite the wide variety of hiking and outdoor routes, many of them were not widely known outside the region. The municipality needed engaging visual content and a clear storytelling concept that would make the routes more visible and appealing across digital channels.

DESIGN

DESIGNING A VISUAL CONCEPT FOR OUTDOOR STORYTELLING

Hydda developed the Polkuja meille (“Paths for Us”) video series concept to showcase the routes through authentic and inspiring storytelling. The concept was designed to work across multiple platforms and to highlight the accessibility, atmosphere, and unique landscapes of Sodankylä’s outdoor routes.

For the Paths for Usseries, we created a visual approach that highlights the atmosphere, accessibility, and natural beauty of Sodankylä’s outdoor routes. The design focused on authentic storytelling and clean, nature-driven visuals that reflect the calm and openness of Lapland’s landscapes.

The visual style was built to work consistently across different formats, from short-form videos to still photography. By combining cinematic route footage with detailed environmental shots, the content captures both the experience of being on the trail and the surrounding nature.

The result is a cohesive visual identity that helps Sodankylä present its routes in an inspiring and recognizable way across digital channels.

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PRODUCING VISUAL CONTENT THAT BRINGS THE ROUTES TO LIFE

To support th Paths for Us concept, we produced a collection of still photography and short-form videos across several of Sodankylä’s outdoor routes. The goal was to capture authentic moments on the trails and highlight the variety of landscapes, seasons, and experiences the routes offer.

The production focused on lightweight and agile filming in real outdoor environments, allowing us to document the routes naturally while showcasing their accessibility and atmosphere. The material was designed to work across multiple digital platforms, from websites to social media and tourism marketing.

The result is a versatile visual content library that Sodankylä Municipality can use to promote its routes and inspire people to explore the surrounding nature.