Arctic Circle Trail
Greenland · North America · Thru-hike / long-distance trail · score 69/100
At a glance
| Countries | Greenland (Denmark) |
|---|---|
| Continent | North America |
| Region | West Greenland |
| Type | Thru-hike / long-distance trail |
| Length | 165 km |
| Typical duration | 9 days |
| Difficulty | 4/5 (Hard) |
| Max altitude | 500 m |
| Best season | Jun-Sep |
| Start | Kangerlussuaq |
| End | Sisimiut |
| Permit / guide | No permit |
| Special gear | full self-sufficiency |
Score
69/100
Classic Arctic wilderness traverse between the ice cap and the coast; canoes provided on Amitsorsuaq lake
How the score works: scoring method. Information confidence: high.
Sources
Information compiled from public sources, as of October 19, 2026. Trail conditions, permits and closures change: verify with local authorities before you go.
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