FAQ

The distance from Nikkaluokta to Kebnekaise Mountain Station is approximately 19 km, with an estimated travel time of 6–8 hours. It is also possible to travel by snowmobile daily with Nikkaluokta Alltransport (for timetables and prices, visit nikkaluokta.com/fjaelltransport). You can also send your backpack or sled with the snowmobile.

At the Mountain Station, adventure is always within reach. Our mountain guides offer daily activities, including a wide range of summit tours and skiing across glaciers.

One great suggestion is to explore Tarfaladalen on your own, visit the nearby Singi cabin along the Kungsleden trail, or climb Skarta for a spectacular view of the Kebnekaise massif. Feel free to ask our on-site guides for recommendations on other tours. The possibilities are endless!

The shop offers a selection of dry goods such as rice, pasta, soups, and freeze-dried meals. Additionally, you’ll find different types of canned foods, bread, tube cheese, drinks, candy, and chocolate. We also stock base layers, branded shirts, gloves, socks, as well as souvenirs, books, hygiene products, and first-aid items. As a pharmacy agent, we sell pain relievers like Alvedon, Ipren, and Voltaren gel.

Unfortunately, we do not have a supervised or locked storage area. However, you can leave your backpack in the basement entry area. There is no fee for this service, but we cannot take responsibility for your belongings.

There is always a risk of avalanches when you are in steep terrain or on slopes with an incline of more than 30 degrees. Marked trails (such as the Kungsleden trail) are generally designed to minimize avalanche risks. If you explore the area around Kebnekaise Mountain Station independently, you should have experience in snow and avalanche safety and an understanding of the risks associated with mountain terrain in winter.

Since 2018, Kebnekaise has been one of Sweden’s avalanche forecast areas. Visit lavinprognoser.se for the latest avalanche forecast and the Mountain Safety Council for more information and useful advice to ensure safe travel in the mountains.

To reach Kiruna, you can travel by train (www.sj.se) or by airplane (www.sas.se). The 66 km stretch from Kiruna to Nikkaluokta is accessible by taxi or bus (for timetables, prices, and online booking, visit nikkaluoktaexpressen.se). The bus departs from Kiruna Bus Station and makes stops at Kiruna Railway Station and the airport before continuing to Nikkaluokta. In Nikkaluokta, the public road ends, and the ski/snowmobile trail to STF Kebnekaise Mountain Station begins.

You are allowed to camp anywhere under the Right of Public Access. However, you must keep a distance of at least 150 meters from the station. If you wish to use the service building, including the guest kitchen, drying room, showers, sauna, and relaxation area, a service fee applies. Prices can be found on this page.

It’s difficult to make accurate weather forecasts in the mountains, but we can provide a general idea of what the season might look like. If you want to experience a true Nordic winter, February and March are ideal. During this time, you can enjoy beautiful, cold winter days with plenty of snow and the chance to see the Northern Lights in the evenings. By late March and early April, the days grow longer, the temperatures become milder, and the likelihood of sunny spring days increases.

However, storms can occur at any time during the season and are difficult to predict. Check the local weather forecast the week before your visit and consult SMHI’s website and mountain weather updates for more detailed information.

You are allowed to camp anywhere under the Right of Public Access. However, you must keep a distance of at least 150 meters from the station. If you wish to use the service building, including the guest kitchen, drying room, showers, sauna, and relaxation area, a service fee applies. Prices can be found on this page.

You can travel to Kiruna by train (www.sj.se) or by air (www.sas.se). The 66 km stretch from Kiruna to Nikkaluokta can be covered by taxi or bus (for timetables, prices, and online booking, visit nikkaluoktaexpressen.se). The bus departs from Kiruna Bus Station and makes stops at Kiruna Railway Station and the airport before continuing to Nikkaluokta. In Nikkaluokta, the public road ends, and the 19-kilometer Dag Hammarskjöld Trail to Kebnekaise Mountain Station begins.

Snow can remain on the mountain peaks well into the summer months. While the weather follows the same patterns as elsewhere in the country, it can change quickly and unpredictably. Conditions such as wind, precipitation, and temperatures can also vary greatly between valleys and higher altitudes, with colder temperatures the higher you go. During precipitation, you should be prepared for rain, storms, and even snow.

At the Mountain Station, adventure is always close at hand. Our guides are available for a variety of activities, such as trying rock climbing on Kaipak, bouldering on the large rock formations in Laddjuvagge, or summiting Tuolpagorni via one of its crater rims.

You can also explore on your own. Visit Tarfaladalen or climb Skarta for breathtaking views of the Kebnekaise massif, or simply enjoy the mountain flora and fauna.

A visit to the Giant’s Kettles is well worth it—follow the valley down and discover how the water from the streams has shaped the stones into kettle-like formations over millennia. Another option is to hike to Silverfallet, a waterfall surrounded by the steep cliffs of Tuolpagorni and Singi.

The possibilities are endless! Feel free to contact the sports department at Kebnekaise Mountain Station if you have any questions.

The distance from Nikkaluokta to Kebnekaise is approximately 19 km, with an estimated hiking time of 6–8 hours. You can shorten the hike by taking a boat across the glacial lake Laddjujavri. The boat ride is 6 km long and takes 20–30 minutes. It runs several times daily during the summer season (for boat traffic information, visit www.enoks.se).

For those who cannot physically manage the hike with their own gear, companies offer helicopter transport for both luggage and passengers. However, to reduce noise, emissions, and disturbances to wildlife and nature, we encourage everyone who can to hike to and from the Mountain Station. Please note that STF does not handle helicopter ticket bookings.

Mosquitoes hatch in June and thrive in mountain birch forests and marshy areas. On the open mountain plateau, it often gets breezy, which helps keep the mosquitoes away. Later in the summer, by August, the number of mosquitoes decreases.

Unfortunately, we do not have a supervised or locked storage area. However, you can leave your backpack in the basement entry area. There is no fee for this service, but we cannot take responsibility for your belongings.

The shop offers a selection of dry goods such as rice, pasta, soups, and freeze-dried meals. Additionally, you’ll find different types of canned foods, bread, tube cheese, drinks, candy, and chocolate. We also stock base layers, branded shirts, gloves, socks, as well as souvenirs, books, hygiene products, and first-aid items. As a pharmacy agent, we sell pain relievers like Alvedon, Ipren, and Voltaren gel.

The cost of climbing Kebnekaise varies based on your chosen options. If you plan a self-guided climb, you’ll primarily pay for accommodation, meals, and transportation to the mountain station. Guided tours, which are recommended for the more challenging routes and winter climbs, involve additional fees.

To reach Kebnekaise’s summit, essential equipment includes hiking boots, multiple layers of clothing, crampons or microspikes, and in winter or early spring, you’ll also require avalanche safety gear (and the knowledge on how to use it). Trekking poles are good for stability when wading. GPS, map and compass are recommended. Talk to the guides at STF Kebnekaise Mountain Station for more detailes.

During summer, you can hike the Western Route without a guide. The Eastern Route and winter climbs are best undertaken with guidance due to challenging conditions.

Reaching the Northern Peak involves more technical and exposed climbing, requiring advanced skills and gear.

Stay at STF Kebnekaise Mountain Station, which offers accommodation, meals, and gear rentals to prepare for the climb.

The Southern Peak is accessible via both the Western and Eastern routes. The Western route is considered easier, while the Eastern route is more challenging. We recommend using a guide on the Eastern route, especially in winter time.

You can reach the station by hiking or skiing from Nikkaluokta. There are boat, snowmobile and helicopter options if you want to shorten the trip. STF does not operate the boat, snowmobile, or helicopter services, so travelers need to book those options through local providers in the Nikkaluokta area.

The Western Route typically takes 10-15 hours for a round-trip, and the more technical Eastern Route takes about 8-12 hours.

Climbing Kebnekaise requires solid endurance and strength, as both the Western and Eastern routes feature significant elevation gains of about 1,800 meters (5,900 feet) from the base to the summit. Climbers should be in good shape, prepared for long, strenuous hours on varied, challenging terrain, including steep ascents and icy sections on the glacier.