Even if they did there is an assurance that you would not be turned away. Something I can think of that might get you into a difficult situation/ off trail is poor weather or nightfall. Scenery wise I haven’t quite come across anything like the Kungsleden. 3. Most of the huts on the northern section of the Kungsleden have small boutique shops offering basic food and supplies (at prices you can expect to find in the mountains). There’s a gas powered drying room (torkrum) at the mountain cabins along the trail, sufficient to dry up shoes and clothes should they get wet during the day. We are all used to marching decent distances with heavy backpacks and orienting ourselves on a map and landscape. In this article we stay in Swedish Lapland and continue the story of this magnificent 7-days adventure in the landscapes of the far north -> Article from days 1 to 3 on the Kungsleden. Hello This is where the warden can be found, typically with a small office. 3) You should be able to get camping equipment at STF Abisko Turiststation, also a few minutes from the railway station. A washing basin is located outside the toilet. Hi Pedro, to be honest I was not well prepared for the rain when I did the hike and the jacket I brought did not have good waterproofing. Prices are on the Svenska Turistforeningen website and select Lapland and Kungsleden.(www.svenskaturistforeningen.se). Thank you for your answer, and again, thank you for this post!! This morning we start the day climbing across the Tatja Pass (1140m / 3740ft), the highest point on the Kungsleden. I’ve been planning a fishing/kayak tour on Kaitum using experience from two earlier fishing-hikes +20 years ago. I think you will be able to purchase screw on camping gas cylinders at only a select few of the mountain huts/stations, and they might cost more than in the city. Photo: Approaching rain at Alesjaure hut, Kungsleden trail, Sweden. Do I need any permissions to do the hike and to make fire on my own ? More details on what you can purchase at the mountain shops. First, I plan on camping throughout the entire trek, do I need to book in advance to hike the trail? Day 2:Trek alongside to Abeskoeatnu River to Abiskojaure Lake. But my major concern is that hiking the entire 440 kms will take more than 2 weeks and there is no way I can afford the ~50 USD per night at the huts. During that period you should find sufficient company, especially along the main trail between Abisko and Nikkaluokta. Do you think rainfall is a serious problem and it is advisable to invest in a good waterproof jacket? Nope, freshwater (apart from fresh air and breathtaking scenery) is probably the most abundant resource on the trail. Also, as you went alone, did you use personal locator beacons, or is it unlikely to get into difficulty making them unnecessary? Kungsleden Trek - The Kings Trail of Sweden ; The departure reference for this tour is SKT /01/21/ Is there an alternative route? Any risks? If you find out more information about the boat trip please let me know. However, if you wish to prebook for a peace of mind (and save some money), you can simply book accommodation for a set number of days on the Kungsleden, and these bookings can be used at any hut along the Kungsleden (between Abisko and Nikkaluokta) from a period 2 weeks before till 2 week after the selected start date (https://book.stfturist.se/en/to-do/a1137116/accommodation-in-a-mountain-cabin/showdetails). I included a link to this post of yours because we found it so helpful , Thanks Brittany! More details on past weather trends: As for the other mountain cabins between Kebnekaise and Abisko that are not on the Kungsleden, Unna Allakas, Nallo, Vistas and Karsavagge are open between 20 Jun 2019 and 21 Sep 2019, Tarfala between 21 Jun 2019 and 23 Sep 2019, and Paltsa between 20 Jun 2019 and 15 Sep 2019. Welcome and thanks for reading . Thanks for all the precious information in your website! Sign in Sign up for FREE Prices and download plans There is no electricity, no running water, or any other modern amenities. There are other trails that add more options to these huts (eg Tarfala to Salka/ Vistas, Nallo to Tjaktja, etc) but these trails may be more difficult and less safe. And do you know if there will be fire bans this summer? Yes you can pitch a tent almost anywhere. The King's Trail, or "Kungsleden", lies in the far north of Swedish Lapland and is Sweden's best-known hiking route, offering spectacular mountain scenery in a very remote area, yet accessible to a wide range of hikers due to the relatively easy-going terrain and network of mountain cabins along the route. This trail is also known as King's Trail. The only multi-days hike I tried is the Nakasendo trail during winter, I’ve mainly only done day hikes – eg. During the hiking season, each hut is staffed with a warden, and most of the huts have amenities such as a sauna and small shop for supplies. (Update 8 Apr 2018, seems to be same for 2019) Current rates for online prepayment (cheaper way to pay for cabins) of accommodation along the trail are 350 SEK a night for mountain cabins not on the Kungsleden and 450 SEK a night for mountain cabins on the Kungsleden. Or do I have to invest more? For 2019, the mountain cabins along the Kungsleden between Kebnekaise and Abisko (Singi, Salka, Tjaktja, Alesjaure and Abiskojaure) are open between 14 Jun 2019 and 28 Sep 2019. Learning to start a wood fire can be very useful, but I learnt it the long way on the trail, first looking at an experienced Finnish man do it, and the next day spending hours attempting to start it myself (and accidentally finishing up quite a bit of wood). From Aigertstugan to Servestugan. 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You are free to opt out any time or opt in for other cookies to get a better experience. Im Fjäll wechseln sich dann steinige und sumpfige (teilweise mit Holzbrettern begehbar gemachte) Passagen ab, gelegentlich unterbrochen von einer eis… We’re a family with four children (between 11 and 16 years old) and we’re planning to walk the Kungsleden in august. Thanks. are taxis available? How long do you think we need to hike that last leg to the lake by 2pm? There is a segment around Tjaktja Pass that was a bit of an issue for me last year though. I like the idea of the trail because it does not seem too difficult, we can skip carrying a heavy tent, and know that we are guaranteed a space in a hut any night. Kungsleden, 420 km, 260 miles, about 28 days. Firewood needs to be cut and brought in from the woodshed. This is the same price as a dorm bed in other Kiruna places. thank you for all the useful informations! to Kebnekaise or Tarfala). From what I’ve read, you’d not be turned away even if the huts are full but instead provided with a mattress to sleep on the floor in the cabin. Wow that sounds like a real adventure. I’m not too sure about that though, as the most of the trail from Nikkaluokta to Abisko is quite barren (except the part near Abisko). Thanks for sharing. Easily cooked, high energy, lightweight stuff like oats make a good choice. If you are planning to hike for a long period of time (which seems to be the case, from Abisko to Hemavan), it may be a good idea, as the relatively small price to pay for the membership will allow you to use the facilities along the way. Which leads me to my question: do you know if prebooking the huts is neccessary if you go there early August? Kiruna) before starting your trip. All huts have simple drop toilets and supplies of toilet paper, hand cleaning gel and soap. ... Photo: Fresh snow leaving Tjäktja hut, Kungsleden trail, Sweden. Investors. Hi Aaron, thank you for sharing all the information. Yes, but few and far between. For the limited areas with connectivity Telia might be the best bet. Like it a little faster? Membership with the STF costs around $35 (295 SEK) per year. Find walking maps and guidebooks, self guided walking holidays and hiking tours. The price range for flights from Stockholm to Kiruna (nearest to Abisko) fluctuate more wildly though, I’m seeing prices from 35 pounds up to 300 pounds (1.5 hours). . Own linen or sleeping bag. Skipping huts is totally possible too. I’d think that if it is just between Abisko and Nikkaluokta it might not be necessary, but you should definitely get an expert opinion on this. Hi, I will be hiking the trail with my 12 year old daughter in the next couple of weeks. Do you remember if there were plugs in the train or huts for charging gadgets? Good shout!! Unfortunately I am unfamiliar with such a situation and also for the trail south from Nikkaluokta, but here’s what I found. Gas stoves are available at all huts and water from nearby streams mean that you’ll most probably be able to cook almost anything you bring to the trail, without having to bring gas with you (not allowed to fly with those anyway, but you can get one at the shops for some outdoor cooking). Hi, thanks so much for writing this blog, its been really useful! 2. 2) Is easy to lost the track? I just checked, Kungsleden seems to be available in Northern Sweden, and there are Northern Norway maps available too. Youth Member 15 – 26 years. Also are there any boatmen you need to call to cross lake (it was the cas near Kvikkjokk) ? With a friend I am planning to hike the Abisko Nikkaluokta trail mid September. In all huts are guards and inside each hut is everything that you … 26+ years. I’m not too familiar with mobile coverage but from what I understand 2 years ago, there was zero coverage for almost all of the areas I went to except for Tarfala where there was limited reception for one company. While I was at Tarfala there were a couple of people each day who arrive from Kebnekaise Mountain Station around midday, have a break then head back to Kebnekaise Mountain Station. The trail is well-marked and bridges take you easily over what would otherwise be difficult fast-flowing streams. The prices are higher in the cabins than in Abisko and in the supermarkets. Mountain Hut (breakfast, dinner and a packed lunch) Stage 1: Abisko to Abiskojaure Blue 3 13.5km with 160m ascent, 55m descent This relatively short stage follows the Abiskojakka river and lake through the Abisko National Park to the first hut. 31. I’m going to do the trekking from Abisko to Vakkotavare from the 19th to the 25th of September and I wanted to know if the STF huts are still open, because you wrote that until the 28th they are still open, but on the STF website they are closed. Do you know anything about skiing the route? We are not in the best of shape.. No. For Nallo and Vistas, there is a possibility to skip Tjaktja altogether and connect between Salka and Alesjaure via Nallo and Vistas, which was one of the options I had considered. Here’s a full list of products and their prices: https://www.swedishtouristassociation.com/app/uploads/sites/2/2019/05/prislista-2019-large-eng.pdf Thanks for sharing your experience, glad everyone had a good time – definitely more important than finishing the trail . 150 SEK. Man sah nur noch vereinzelt Reste. Hi Mosmall, I don’t remember there being extensive checks/ processes when I was there (few years back), but there was still a queue as 2 flights were scheduled at almost the same time. Is it possible? Are boots needed and neccessary? Yes. Not advisable to depend on, and not really nice to take all of it as it is meant to be an exchange. Kungsleden South is a day to day hiking guide about the southernmost 260km of Sweden’s Kungsleden trail between Kvikkjokk and Hemavan. The cabins should be warm. Dann fühle dich angesprochen! We are a couple considering taking the trail, we have around 3-4 days, it is possible to hike only part of it? Crossing three national parks on its way, the trial passes through a variety of stunning landscapes from beech and pine forests via Arctic wilderness, glaciers, Alpine valleys and rocky mountain passes. I was planning to do a trail in Switzerland at first, but you convinced me to go further north. My trip would also involve Nothern Norway as well as Sweden and I am wondering if you used any specific paper map? A bottle would be handy for the stretches between, and to save having to leave the trail for the stream. This would allow you to visit Unna Allakas without adding too much mileage (10 more miles). But this will always prompt you to accept/refuse cookies when revisiting our site. A tiny bit at Tarfala just for one of the operators, to serve the research station there studying glaciers and climate change. Given your experience the Kungsleden should be fine in summer (not easy, but doable). Therefore it is useful to carry enough cash to cover your accommodation, or you can also purchase credit vouchers at the Abisko Turiststation or the Fjällstations at the start of the trail. There is a shop in the main building which sells such gear, subject to availability. I am not sure this is because of the social nature of the tours (oriented towards adults only), or if it is too physically demanding for a 12 year old. Mountain huts along the Kungsleden cost 520 SEK (60 USD) a night, or 420 SEK (48 USD) with STF membership. Kiruna is about 1.5 hours away from Stockholm by flight, and a day by train. ... Singi and Tsaki hut dont have shops/saunas the rest do.My pack weight net was 7 kilos. We are looking for both a challenge (in terms of distance, but also in terms of difficulty) and a beautiful tour to walk along. Didn’t quite make it but not through want of trying. At a really comfortable pace of 2km/hr that should be about 4 hours. We have sleeping bag liners but if we don’t actually need to bring the sleeping bags that would be excellent. These signs will point you to the place to collect drinking water from – usually a nearby river or lake, though some huts are beginning to develop easier onsite water systems. Will the huts be open? The price for a bed while the huts are open is between 295 – 330 SEK (in September). Thanks very much for the summary and advice. We use cookies to let us know when you visit our websites, how you interact with us, to enrich your user experience, and to customize your relationship with our website. Click to enable/disable essential site cookies. Fret not, as you’ll always be near one of the freshest sources of water on Earth, and there’ll be plenty of scenery to keep you busy. 2. Lower body – hiking pants and rain pants, water proof hiking shoes. I’m unable to advise on the trail conditions for that part of the trail though, maybe the Swedish Tourist Association can help? 1) When I visited in September 2016 the temperatures along the trail was about 0-10 degrees, with a little rain on some days, nice sunny days on others, and strong winds near Kebnekaise area. I know there are no hut in that way, but I’m planning to bring with me a tent, and I think that one will be a little shorter. Kungsleden is a long-distance hiking trail that runs from Abisko in Sweden’s far north to Hemavan, about 325km southeast as the crow flies. More detailed information on the huts between Hemavan and Ammarnäs can be found at https://www.swedishtouristassociation.com/learn/our-accommodation-types/stay-stf-mountain-cabin/ under KUNGSLEDEN VINDELFJÄLLEN, and information Hemavan Mountain Station can be found at https://www.swedishtouristassociation.com/facilities/stf-hemavan-mountain-station/. And do you know if there is fire ban planned for this summer? Since 2005 we’ve done 17 adventures from Alaska to Patagonia and everywhere in between. I think the main trail is manageable physically but there are some detours that can offer a good challenge and great views. The minimum number of days (more than average fitness required, but not superhuman standard) would probably be around 3, completing about 35km (22 miles) a day. I do not remember seeing many children (at least 1 from memory) on the Kungsleden but I think if your daughter has done some hiking before the trail may be manageable. If you’d like the time alone with nature, you’ll be glad to know that it is possible to do without a guide too. If you are considering to skip getting a map, I think the best bet would be an offline map app. 25k?? Traildino graad: MW, Gemiddelde wandeling, trektocht; Huttentrektocht graad: T1, Wandeling. It is also possible to purchase beer in some of the larger huts, although it is low strength for a high price. Roberto. I’ve found some companies offering tours but I won’t be able to comment about their services. Ich hoffe hiermit die häufigsten Fragen klären zu können, wenn nicht schicke mir eine Email, benutze das Kontakformular oder frage im Forum nach. Dishes should be washed, dried, and put away, with counters wiped and stoves cleaned. Er wurde zu Beginn des 20. I plan to hike from Abisko to Nikkaluokta in early July. Thanks again . For alternative routes: Take precaution there or just stay the night at the emergency hut, if the fog gets too thick. (Update 8 Apr 2018) It is possible to pre-book accommodation at a mountain cabin and also a good idea if you’d like to save some money (it should be cheaper to prepay). Kebnekaise fjällstation is 395 SEK. No electricity or running water is available. In theory, if you are looking to travel light, you can purchase all your food upon arrival at each hut, to keep from carrying anything unnecessary. Bye, One thing i wanted to ask you about is how bad the mosquito situation is on the trail around this time. Thank you. Thanks… If so, which one? Thanks a lot for your insights. Will 150$ one will do? You can base yourself there and do day trips around the national park, or head out to the cabins within a day’s walk from Abisko, such as to Kårsavagge or Abiskojaure, and head back to Abisko the following day. From my experience it is possible to skip the huts altogether as you can camp along the trail (there were hikers doing). Click to enable/disable _gat_* - Google Analytics Cookie. Alternatively at Kebnekaise the staff there should definitely be able to provide information on that. Unfortunately I’m not sure about TBE vaccine as I did not get the vaccine. Thanks for your efforts. September is best for amazing autumn colours,weather lack of crowds and lack of mosquitoes. Most of the Kungsleden is generally clear and well marked (no signage but usually a red paint mark to indicate the right path). Never forget your torchlight/headlamp. With the extra day you might want to consider some of the side trips (e.g. Everyday low prices and free delivery on eligible orders. Hi Aaron 2) Yes, it is possible to do the trip on your own. If you are traveling just after the huts close for the season, then you might find the emergency rooms full as there are still people finishing up their hikes. Aaron, This is such helpful information, especially the updates for 2018. You can confirm the prices with them at [email protected] or 0980-12020. STF membership can be obtained at the mountain stations (Kebnekaise and Abisko) for 295 SEK (34 USD), and as you can easily work out, you’d get back the cost of the membership with 3 nights on the trail. You can check these in your browser security settings. One for cabins on the Kungsleden (Abiskojaure, Alesjaure, Tjäktja, Sälka, Singi) and one for those off the Kungsleden (Unna Allakas, Nallo, Vistas, Pältsa, Kårsavagge, Tarfala, Abiskojåkka). Be aware that every August there is an event called the Fjallraven Classic, in which 2000 hikers travel from Nikkaluokta to Abisko. Tarfala) cost 460 SEK (53 USD) a night, or 360 SEK (41 USD) with STF membership. Start van de hike in Ammarnäs. The trail, while not always well marked, is well trodden, so it is quite visible. Hi Istvan, glad you enjoyed the article. Will this keep me warm enough or am I overdoing it? Be aware that every August there is an event called the Fjallraven Classic, in which 2000 hikers travel from Nikkaluokta to Abisko. Kungsleden Trek - The Kings Trail of Sweden ; The departure reference for this tour is SKT /01/21/ I see there is a bus that gets you to the airport at 12:50pm and then the flight to Stockholm is at 1:40pm. However as there are drying rooms available in most cabins I was able to get most of my gear dry before starting to hike the following day. It’s a big adventure and I’m sure you’ll have a great time. All hut kitchens have gas stoves and a supply of pots, pans, and utensils for cooking, along with the necessary equipment for washing up. For 2018, it appears that the huts between Hemavan and Ammarnäs will be open from 21 June to 30 September, while Hemavan Mountain Station should be open all year round. Or do you have to hike back to Abisko? Hi François! However, the huts between them have neither running water nor electricity. Thick fog covered the pass and visibility was at times less than 10m, and I nearly lost the trail on a few occasions, despite the red paint marks on rocks. Voir cette photo intitulée Kungsleden Trail. Weather may still be cold, around 5 degrees Celcius on average in May according to https://www.yr.no/place/Sweden/V%C3%A4sterbotten/Hemavan/statistics.html and https://www.yr.no/place/Sweden/V%C3%A4sterbotten/Ammarn%C3%A4s/statistics.html. What a phenomenal number of links you provided – THANKS! It may be a better idea to purchase them in the city (e.g. I’m a relatively experienced hiker and I’m in reasonably good shape. Your email address will not be published. Hi, I am a student from Germany who wants to complete the Kungsleden this summer. We’re planning to do the hike in two weeks and I’m wondering how much mosquitoes and other insects there will be and, more importantly, what we can do about them to ensure it will be a pleasant hike. I had also found the walking companies who organised it too expensive and inclined to have rules ( maximum age and having to go in pairs!). The hike between the Singi cabins and the STF Kebnekaise mountain station passes through the narrow part of Laddjuvagge with truly spectacular scenery. Der Kungsleden (“Königspfad”) ist insgesamt rund 425 km lang und zählt zu den schönsten Fernwanderwegen der Welt. If you refuse cookies we will remove all set cookies in our domain. Regarding your second question, I’m not too familiar between Kebnekaise and Kvikkjokk as I only did the part northwards from Kebnekaise. Salka to Tjaktja, Tjaktja to Alesjaure – 13km + 13km (8.5 – 13 hours) – Uphill to Tjaktja, rocky ground around the Tjaktja Pass could be slower to traverse on, likely to be on higher end of time range. Hope you’ll have a good time! These are not meant to be used as accommodation when you don’t feel like camping, but only in an actual emergency situation. A guide may however add to the experience by providing additional tips and information along the way. Price Status More Information; 2021: Sun 13 Jun - Mon 21 Jun: Code SKT /01/21/ Adult US$2,350: Status Limited Availability : Book now : More information. Thank you for all advices Aaron, what you have given here, I found them very useful! Vorschläge wurden in dem aktuellen Rucksackthread zum Kungsleden ja bereits gemacht. Hi Ranbir, Have a good hike , Hi Aaron, like others i’m very grateful for all the information you’re sharing on this site. If you are an experienced hiker with a decent sense of direction, you may consider not getting any (might be risky). We took our three year old on it this summer just gone. https://www.yr.no/place/Sweden/Norrbotten/Nikkaluokta/statistics.html Enjoy the hike and thanks for visiting! Drop me a message in the comments below! The trail is quite rocky and slippery at some parts so just need to take more care! This is an emergency room left open after the hut closes for the season. You need to collect fresh water and take out the old water. Where can I buy some camping gear like gas for cooking, lighter…before starting the trek? Add a soft bed and an evening in the sauna, the huts will soon feel like the best 5 star hotel. Wood is collected from outside (vedbod), and if used, you must cut new wood for the next guests. I was thinking about joining an organized tour, but they are all giving a minimum age of 16. Have a great trip . We are looking for a challenge as well as beautiful views and nature. Hi GQ, apologies for the late reply, I had missed your message. As for Brittany’s blog that you asked her about, I found it: https://mrandmrsadventure.com/2018/01/11/midnight-sun-tips-itinerary-hiking-kungsleden/. We’re headed to Sweden next week to do the trail and I know you mentioned not needing sleeping bags, but I’ve also found some mixed information so was curious what the bedding situation was? Water is typically collected in buckets from a nearby river/lake and used water is emptied into waste buckets, which are then emptied into special drainage containers outside, referred to as ‘slask.’. (I think i will arrive around 3pm at the Stockholm airport (Arlanda) and the train is at 18pm, so not sure if I am going to have enough time to buy that things in Stockholm) The Kungsleden holds many delights and wonders for the walker and while the fjällstationer and fjällstugor may not be what you came for, they certainly enhance the overall experience and are an unexpected joy out on the trail. From this forum (https://www.utsidan.se/forum/showthread.php?t=86102) it is suggested that the Airport to Nikkaluokta by taxi is 1300 SEK (125 EUR/ 146 USD) so I suppose the reverse might be similar. Also as I had originally planned to take a side route I was using the map to check how that would work out. The price for a bed while the huts are open is between 295 – 330 SEK (in September). However the northern section of the Kungsleden it is still approximately 110km/70miles over a week, so the fatigue may accumulate. Within that price you can use some or all of the facilities (eg some huts will charge nothing for just camping and using the toilets, 50SEK for the sauna, or 150SEK if you want to use the hut kitchen). Kungsleden: Salka – Tjaktja – Alesjaure Thanks! Thanks! Hi! After visiting the warden’s hut, we went inside the main hut to use the day facilities. You dont need a sleeping bag or cooker as bedding and gas stoves are provided. Man wandert hier auf einem meist sandigen und breiten Pfad. Please send me a link to your article when it’s done , Hi, very informative post. Fantastic information, thanks. Could you help me in some way? Really nice to read your post and relive the amazing trail, and awesome of you to have done it with your kid! You’d still be able to see snow in the distance/ on the mountain tops even if the paths are clear. Note: In Sweden they always charge extra for linen (can’t use a sleeping bag). 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