Off-road traffic
Off-road traffic always requires the permission of the landowner. Off-road traffic refers to the use of motorized vehicles – such as ATVs, snowmobiles or off-road cars – outside of public roads. Off-road traffic is subject to several regulations aimed at protecting nature and preventing harm to traditional livelihoods and other people spending time in nature.
Metsähallitus is responsible for off-road traffic permits on state-owned lands.
- A snowmobile track permit is available for snowmobiling, which grants the right to use all of Metsähallitus' snowmobile tracks in Finland.
- For driving a snowmobile outside of the tracks and off-road driving during snow-free season, you always need a separate off-road traffic permit which is granted upon application.
- Tourism companies also need off-road traffic permits for business activities on state-owned land.
News about off-road traffic
28.4.2025
Exceptions to customer service hours in April-May
The Eräluvat customer service will be exceptionally open until 4 PM on April 30th. In May, the customer service will be closed on the 15th and 16th.
21.11.2024
Media release: Metsähallitus launches its new Eräluvat.fi permit sales channel
Every year, EUR 16 million worth of permits are purchased on Eräluvat.fi.
19.11.2024
Start using the new Eräluvat.fi by creating a customer account
The Eräluvat.fi website and the Eräluvat webshop have been merged and renewed. As a result of the update, old customer accounts are no longer be available. Paid permits continue to be valid.