Multi-day adventure

Parastinden (1419 m) - Hiking in Northern Norway

Parastinden in Norway is a favourite mountain especially among Finnish hikers. The mountain, which resembles a shark's fin, can be climbed on a short day trip from Rognli in Norway, or on a longer hike from Kilpisjärvi in Finland.

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Parastinden - daytrip or long-distance hike

  • Destination: Storfjord / Signaldalen, Norway
  • Distance: From Rognli 5 km /  3.1 miles, from Kilpisjärvi 32 km /  19.9 miles (one direction)
  • Difficulty: moderate / demanding
  • When to go: June to September 

Munkebu Hut Hike - Best Hikes in Lofoten Islands

Munkebu hut hike is one of the best hikes in the most alpine parts of Lofoten Islands on Moskenesøy. The Munkebu hut hike is demanding and long, about 10 km (6.2 miles) out-and-back.

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Munkebu Hut Hike, marked trail

  • Destination: Lofoten Islands, Sørvågen/Moskenes, Moskenesøy, Norway
  • Distance: 5 km / 3.1 miles (elevation 540 m / 1771 ft) & Hermannsdalstinden + 5 km & Munken + 1 km (one direction)
  • Difficulty: RED demanding (Hermannsdalstinden hard)
  • When to go: from June to August for a summer hike
  • Duration: a daytrip 4-5 hours (Munkebu hut hike)

Kungsleden & Unna Allakas - Abisko 170 km hike

Abisko National Park is the most famous hiking and outdoors destination in Swedish Lapland. Abisko trails are accessible for both short day hikes and multi-day long-distance hikes of hundreds of kilometres. The most popular of Abisko's trails is Kungsleden, which runs along the River Abiskojåkka and the banks of the Lake Ábeskojávri in the national park.

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Abisko National Park in Sweden is a well-known year-round hiking destination. Abisko's trails are suitable for short day trips as well as hikes of hundreds of kilometres. The most famous hiking route is the Abisko-Nikkaluokta hike along Kungsleden, or The King's Trail.

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Kilpisjärvi - Halti Ski Tour in Lapland

The ski hike to Halti in Käsivarsi wilderness in Lapland is a winter hiking classic. In winter, you can reach the top of Halti by skiing the Arctic Trail (Nordkalott Trail), or your own trails in Käsivarsi wilderness.

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Ski hike Kilpisjärvi - Halti, The Nordkalott Trail

  • Destination: Kilpisjärvi and Käsivarsi Wilderness, Lapland, Finland
  • Distance: 55 km (one direction)
  • Difficulty: advanced, but suitable for beginners (The Nordkalott Trail)
  • When to go: from February to April for spring ski tour
  • Duration: 5-10 days
  • Where to stay: camping in tent, wilderness huts, or rental huts 

Kungsleden Trail - Aktse To Saltoluokta & Skierfe

Kungsleden or The King’s Trail is a famous hiking trail in Swedish Lapland. Stretching from Abisko to Hemavan and consisting of several stages, Kungsleden spans over 400 kilometers in length. The most popular section is the Abisko-Nikkaluokta hike.

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Kungsleden, Aktse - Saltoluokta

  • Destination: Norrbotten, Lapland, Sweden
  • Distance: Aktse-Saltoluokta 27 km / 17 miles of hiking + boat trip (+ Aktse-Skierfe 7 km / 4.5 miles)
  • Difficulty: easy-moderate
  • When to go: from June to end of August for a summer hike
  • Duration: 2 days 
  • Where to stay: camping in tent, or in STF cabins

Repovesi National Park guides the visitor through mossy forests to majestic cliffs offering breathtaking views over the lakes, framed by pine trees. In mid-winter, the pines are covered in frost, and in early spring, the icefalls glisten in the sun.

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Ski Tour in Lapland: Pallas-Yllästunturi National Park

Ski touring in Lapland is a dream for many outdoor enthusiasts, especially after becoming familiar with summer hiking. Pallas-Yllästunturi National Park in Finland fits perfectly for your first ski tour: the Hetta-Pallas winter trail is well-maintained and marked, the cabin network is extensive, and settlements are nearby. The national landscape in winter is also breathtakingly beautiful.

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Hetta-Pallas Winter Route

  • Destination: Enontekiö and Muonio, Lapland, Finland
  • Distance: Hetta-Pallas 58 km (36 miles, one direction)
  • Difficulty: physically demanding but suitable for beginners
  • When to go: from March to April
  • Where to stay: camping in tent, in reservation or open wilderness huts, some Lappish huts

Hiking and Fishing in Lapland - Hammastunturi Wilderness

Hammastunturi wilderness in Lapland is a wonderful hiking and fishing destination in Finland. The area is known for the historical Lapland’s Gold of River Ivalojoki. The peaceful wilderness area is located between Urho Kekkonen National Park and Lemmenjoki National Park, near Saariselkä.

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Hammastunturi Wilderness

  • Destination: Inari / Kittilä / Sodankylä, Lapland, Finland
  • Difficulty: when avoiding bogs, moderate but includes river crossings and wilderness hikes require advanced skills 
  • When to go: from June to October (year-round destination)
  • Mobile phone network coverage: no coverage