Destinations

Kebnekaise is Sweden’s highest peak at 2111 meters (6,926 feet), located above the Arctic Circle and is sometimes referred to as Europe’s last wilderness. I recommend staying at the Kebnekaise Mountain Lodge, with all the major conveniences, and take daytrips, or hike hut to hut. You hike over vast mountain heaths and down into deep valleys. The scenery is spectacular with many rivers and lakes. There is no need to carry water, it’s all drinkable. Most huts can be reached within 5-6 hours and are situated in great natural beauty. They are self catering with a simple but cozy standard. The kitchens have a gas stove, cooking equipment, plates, mugs and cutlery. There is no electricity - the huts are heated by wood or gas. Multi-bedded rooms (most often 4 beds) come with mattresses, pillows and a duvet. Guests bring their own sheets or sleeping bags. There is water at each hut. To get to the Lodge you can fly to Kiruna from Stockholm or take the train, which is a 36 hour ride. From there, you take the bus to the trail head and hike 6-7 hours into the Lodge. There is also a helicopter that will take you from the trail head to the Lodge.