Kungsleden
Sweden · Europe · Thru-hike / long-distance trail · score 88/100
At a glance
| Countries | Sweden |
|---|---|
| Continent | Europe |
| Region | Norrbotten (Lapland) |
| Type | Thru-hike / long-distance trail |
| Length | 467 km |
| Typical duration | 25-30 days |
| Difficulty | 3/5 (Moderate) |
| Max altitude | 1150 m |
| Best season | mid-Jun to mid-Sep |
| Start | Abisko |
| End | Hemavan |
| Permit / guide | no permit; STF huts first-come or booked mountain stations |
| Special gear | none |
Score
88/100
The definitive Nordic thru-hike through four national parks and the Laponia UNESCO site; world-famous, very well served by STF huts, one roadless 130 km section (Kvikkjokk-Ammarnas).
How the score works: scoring method. Information confidence: high.
Notes
467 km total (419 km trekking plus boat/road legs; STF quotes ~450 km); most hikers do 5-7 day sections (Abisko-Nikkaluokta most popular).
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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