The Salla border crossing in northern Finland is closed following an incident involving two German tourists. Finnish Border Guard officials reported fining the tourists approximately 500 euros for entering the Salla area without authorization, seeking to view the Russian border. The incident occurred on Tuesday, October 3, 2023. Border guards intervened to prevent the tourists from crossing into an area restricted for security reasons. The closure of the border crossing is a temporary measure while authorities address the situation and review security protocols. The tourists, who are from Germany, were attempting to visit the border as part of a personal trip. Topics: #border #tourists #finland Post navigation Finland fined tourists who had been watching Russian tourists in the border zone Finland fined tourists who had been watching Russian tourists in the border zone
“It’s concerning to see such strict measures being taken, but understandable given the current geopolitical climate.” Reply