The Concordia Language Villages permanent site — just north of Bemidji, Minn., and nestled on over 800 acres of wooded land around Turtle River Lake — brings approximately 10,000 people to the area annually.
| Arabic Language Village Al-Wāḥa 8607 Thorsonveien NE Bemidji, MN 56601 Phone:(218) 586-8730 Fax:(218) 586-8731 |
Korean Language Village Sup sogŭi Hosu 11380 Turtle River Lake Rd NE Bemidji, MN 56601 Phone:(218) 586-8430 Fax:(218) 586-8431 |
| Danish Language Village Skovsøen 10915 Ojutkangastie NE Bemidji, MN 56601 Phone:(218) 586-8820 Fax:(218) 586-8821 |
Norwegian Language Village Skogfjorden 8607 Thorsonveien NE Bemidji, MN 56601 Phone:(218) 586-8730 Fax:(218) 586-8731 |
| Finnish Language Village Salolampi 10915 Ojutkangastie NE Bemidji, MN 56601 Phone:(218) 586-8830 Fax:(218) 586-8831 |
Portuguese Language Village Mar e Floresta 9749 Paseo de Roma NE Bemidji, MN 56601 Phone:(218) 586-8930 Fax:(218) 586-8931 |
| French Language Village Lac du Bois 9770 Rue de Compiègne NE Bemidji, MN 56601 Phone:(218) 586-8530 Fax:(218) 586-8531 |
Russian Language Village Lesnoe Ozero 11380 Turtle River Lake Road NE Bemidji, MN 56601 Phone:(218) 586-8430 Fax:(218) 586-8431 |
| French Voyageurs Les Voyageurs 9950 Rue de Compiègne NE Bemidji, MN 56601 Phone:(218) 586-8600 Fax:(218) 586-8788 |
Spanish Language Village El Lago del Bosque 9749 Paseo de Roma NE Bemidji, MN 56601 Phone: (218) 586-8930 Fax:(218) 586-8931 |
| German Language Village Waldsee 9550 Ruppstrasse NE Bemidji, MN 56601 Phone: (218) 586-8630 Fax: (218) 586-8631 |
Swedish Language Village Sjölunden 10915 Ojutkangastie NE Bemidji, MN 56601 Phone: (218) 586-8830 Fax:(218) 586-8831 |
Map and Driving Directions (pdf) to:
Arabic, Danish, Finnish, French, German, Italian, Norwegian, Portugese, Spanish and Swedish
Map and Driving Directions(pdf) to:
Russian and Korean
Nearest Airport
Bemidji Regional Airport(BJI)
Car Rental Agencies
Enterprise
(800) 261-7331 (national)
(218) 759-9960 (local)
Alamo National
(800) 332-7133 (national)
(218) 751-1880 (local)
Hertz
(800) 654-3131 (national)
(218) 751-0063 (local)
Located in the North Woods of Minnesota, “Bemidji” is an Ojibwe word “Bay-may-ji-ga-maug” meaning “lake with cross waters,” referring to the Mississippi River which crosses Lake Bemidji. Bemidji is the first city along the river’s bank, only miles from where the mighty Mississippi River begins its 2,552 mile journey to New Orleans and the Gulf of Mexico.
Bemidji’s 13,000 inhabitants enjoy being near Itasca State Park, Lake Bemidji State Park, Chippewa National Forest, and 400 fishing lakes within 25 miles. More than 500 miles of snowmobile trails and 160 km of cross-country ski trails are located in close proximity to Bemidji, making this a popular vacation destination with plenty of resorts, cabins, hotels and campgrounds for people to enjoy. In addition, Bemidji State University is home to about 6,000 students every year.
Bemidji is also known as “Curling Capital, U.S.A.,” home of the U.S. Olympic Curling Teams. In addition to the bronze Olympic medal in Torino in 2006, Bemidji has won 50 state championships and 18 national championships in curling.
Brrrmidji Polar Daze (February)
Logging Days (February)
Minnesota Finlandia Ski Marathon (February)
Dragon Boat Festival (August)
Minnesota is typical of a continental climate. The North Woods of Minnesota, where Bemidji is located, experiences the widest variety of weather in the United States. Each of the four seasons has its own distinct characteristics. Although summers are generally comfortable and sunny, it is normal to experience rain showers, thunderstorms and cool nights. Summer temperatures average 76 F but can get down to 55 F.
Bemidji Tourist Information Center
300 Bemidji Ave, Bemidji, Minn.
Located on the shore of Lake Bemidji next to statues of legendary Lumberjack Paul Bunyan and Babe the Blue Ox. The tourist office is open year-round, displaying Paul Bunyan memorabilia and the unique Fireplace of States. Also available are maps, brochures, area information, and rest rooms.