Hiking in Abisko
We have suggestions for day trips that suit everyone, both long and short.
Your imagination sets the limits around hiking in Abisko. You can finally achieve that dream of seeing Lapporten up close, what does it really look like on the other side? Maybe you indulge in a heli-hike and fly up?
Or have you planned to hike Kungsleden? The historic Rallarvägen takes you to Abisko National Park where you will find the start of the classic Kungsleden.
If you want, you can take the chair lift up on Nuolja and either follow the nature trail down to the valley station again, go down in Kårsadalen, take an overnight stay in Kårsavagge and go back the next day or maybe go down to Björkliden and take the train home?
Trollsjön (Rissajaure).
If you are looking for true magic, then this is the hiking destination for you. Let the trail carry you through the dramatic valley Kärkevagge and lead you to the magical lake. Admire the surrounding mountains that are reflected in the crystal clear lake, Trollsjön, where on a windless day you can even glimpse the bottom. For the daring, it is also possible to take a refreshing swim as a reward after the hike.
Length: approx. 12km round trip
Perfect for: full day trip
Trollsjön (Rissajaure).
If you are looking for true magic, then this is the hiking destination for you. Let the trail carry you through the dramatic valley Kärkevagge and lead you to the magical lake. Admire the surrounding mountains that are reflected in the crystal clear lake, Trollsjön, where on a windless day you can even glimpse the bottom. For the daring, it is also possible to take a refreshing swim as a reward after the hike.
Length: approx. 12km round trip
Perfect for: full day trip
Stornabben.
If you want to get out into the wilderness quickly but at the same time not have to walk miles of miles, Stornabben is perfect for you. About 1 kilometer up towards the mountains you will find Stornabben, which rises above the mountain birch forest. Once up on Stornabben, you can look out over Torneträsk, but also in over the mountain ranges towards Lapporten and Kårsavagge.
Once up on Stornabben, you can continue on to the other “Nabbar”; Rävnabben, Älgnabben and Kransnabben.
Perfect for a short hike to begin with!
Stornabben.
If you want to get out into the wilderness quickly but at the same time not have to walk miles of miles, Stornabben is perfect for you. About 1 kilometer up towards the mountains you will find Stornabben, which rises above the mountain birch forest. Once up on Stornabben, you can look out over Torneträsk, but also in over the mountain ranges towards Lapporten and Kårsavagge.
Once up on Stornabben, you can continue on to the other “Nabbar”; Rävnabben, Älgnabben and Kransnabben.
Perfect for a short hike to begin with!
Paddus & Nisson (Báddosdievvá & Nissongorsa).
If you want to go on a full day trip that gives you the maximum experience of everything the mountain has to offer, then you should take this hiking trail. Hike first among the mountain birch forest, out on the bare mountain to the hiking destination Báddosdievvá, commonly called Paddus.
Here a dramatic hill rises in the middle of the mountain, which was once a Sami sacrificial site. Once up on the hill you have a breathtaking view down over Torneträsk, but you will also have a fantastic view of the beautiful Čuonjávággi (Lapporten).
Then the trail takes you further over the mountains to Nissonjåkka, where the mighty canyon with high rock walls welcomes you with song from the wild jåkk (rapids). Here you have two options: either you can walk all the way along the canyon to Kungsleden, or take the snowmobile trail back to Abisko Östra.
This magically beautiful full day trip includes everything from jåkk, canyon, mountain birch forest, beautiful lakes, views, mountains and above all a stunning calm that gives you peace of mind.
Perfect for: full day trip
Length: about 15 km
Paddus & Nisson (Báddosdievvá & Nissongorsa).
If you want to go on a full day trip that gives you the maximum experience of everything the mountain has to offer, then you should take this hiking trail. Hike first among the mountain birch forest, out on the bare mountain to the hiking destination Báddosdievvá, commonly called Paddus.
Here a dramatic hill rises in the middle of the mountain, which was once a Sami sacrificial site. Once up on the hill you have a breathtaking view down over Torneträsk, but you will also have a fantastic view of the beautiful Čuonjávággi (Lapporten).
Then the trail takes you further over the mountains to Nissonjåkka, where the mighty canyon with high rock walls welcomes you with song from the wild jåkk (rapids). Here you have two options: either you can walk all the way along the canyon to Kungsleden, or take the snowmobile trail back to Abisko Östra.
This magically beautiful full day trip includes everything from jåkk, canyon, mountain birch forest, beautiful lakes, views, mountains and above all a stunning calm that gives you peace of mind.
Perfect for: full day trip
Length: about 15 km
Lapporten / Čuonjávággi.
There is something magical about Čuonjávággi. It is difficult to pinpoint what it is, but that it has an irresistible attraction with the ability to enchant the human eye is not something that can be denied. Let yourself be captivated by the mighty gate created by nature while you walk straight towards it, where you start with the hiking trail to Báddosdievvá and then continue further up over the mountain. Here you are met by an ascending hike, with rippling small streams and large boulders here and there. Once you arrive, you can witness the wonders of nature and perhaps take a swim in the beautiful lake that rests in the middle of Čuonjávággi. Look inward at the landscape that hides inside while you eat your packed lunch, and then marvel at the mountain world that spreads out at your feet when you start your hike home again.
Perfect for: full day trip
Length round trip: approx. 25 km
Lapporten / Čuonjávággi.
There is something magical about Čuonjávággi. It is difficult to pinpoint what it is, but that it has an irresistible attraction with the ability to enchant the human eye is not something that can be denied. Let yourself be captivated by the mighty gate created by nature while you walk straight towards it, where you start with the hiking trail to Báddosdievvá and then continue further up over the mountain. Here you are met by an ascending hike, with rippling small streams and large boulders here and there. Once you arrive, you can witness the wonders of nature and perhaps take a swim in the beautiful lake that rests in the middle of Čuonjávággi. Look inward at the landscape that hides inside while you eat your packed lunch, and then marvel at the mountain world that spreads out at your feet when you start your hike home again.
Perfect for: full day trip
Length round trip: approx. 25 km
Kårsafallen.
This perfect half-day trip begins at the tourist station. Make your way through the beautiful mountain birch forest with our home mountain Njullá on your right side, and Lapporten as a distant observer on your left side. Once at Kårsafallen, you can enjoy your packed lunch with the water’s might together with nature’s quiet presence.
Perfect for: half day tour
Length round trip: 8km
Kårsafallen.
This perfect half-day trip begins at the tourist station. Make your way through the beautiful mountain birch forest with our home mountain Njullá on your right side, and Lapporten as a distant observer on your left side. Once at Kårsafallen, you can enjoy your packed lunch with the water’s might together with nature’s quiet presence.
Perfect for: half day tour
Length round trip: 8km
Låktatjåkka.
Waffles!
Is there anything better than indulging in the mountain station’s homemade waffles after the tough hike up to Sweden’s highest mountain station? Doubtful. Here you are welcomed by the most charmingly located mountain station you can imagine, with incomparably beautiful views.
You can choose to start from two places: either Låktatjåkka’s train station or Björkliden. Whichever one you choose, the hike uphill is a bit of a challenge, but well worth it. Here you get a varied hike, with the opportunity to go back home or even hike on to nearby destinations if you wish to spend a few nights in tents after visiting the mountain station.
Perfect for: full day trip
Length round trip: 18km
Låktatjåkka.
Waffles!
Is there anything better than indulging in the mountain station’s homemade waffles after the tough hike up to Sweden’s highest mountain station? Doubtful. Here you are welcomed by the most charmingly located mountain station you can imagine, with incomparably beautiful views.
You can choose to start from two places: either Låktatjåkka’s train station or Björkliden. Whichever one you choose, the hike uphill is a bit of a challenge, but well worth it. Here you get a varied hike, with the opportunity to go back home or even hike on to nearby destinations if you wish to spend a few nights in tents after visiting the mountain station.
Perfect for: full day trip
Length round trip: 18km
Nuolja / Njullá.
Our mountain.
The vigilant watcher over Abisko towers right next to Abisko Tourist Station, and looks out over the village with a safe calm. In addition to the fact that it is our faithful companion here in the village, there are many opportunities for good walks on all different levels on Njullá. For example, you can take the cable car up to Aurora Sky Station for a coffee, look at the view and then take the cable car down again. You can also hike up all the way to the top of the mountain all the way from the bottom, if you wish. You can take the red trail Rhitonjira along the beautiful waterfalls that fall down the mountains. You can walk over to Björkliden. You can also hike along the left side of the mountain down into Kårsavagge and to the Kårsevagge cabins. You can hike up the mountain and take the cable car down. You can take the cable car up, hike the last bit up to the top of Njullá and back and then take the cable car down. As you can see, there are endless opportunities. Which one suits you best?
Perfect for: half day trips
Length: anything between 2km to 20km
Nuolja / Njullá.
Our mountain.
The vigilant watcher over Abisko towers right next to Abisko Tourist Station, and looks out over the village with a safe calm. In addition to the fact that it is our faithful companion here in the village, there are many opportunities for good walks on all different levels on Njullá. For example, you can take the cable car up to Aurora Sky Station for a coffee, look at the view and then take the cable car down again. You can also hike up all the way to the top of the mountain all the way from the bottom, if you wish. You can take the red trail Rhitonjira along the beautiful waterfalls that fall down the mountains. You can walk over to Björkliden. You can also hike along the left side of the mountain down into Kårsavagge and to the Kårsevagge cabins. You can hike up the mountain and take the cable car down. You can take the cable car up, hike the last bit up to the top of Njullá and back and then take the cable car down. As you can see, there are endless opportunities. Which one suits you best?
Perfect for: half day trips
Length: anything between 2km to 20km