Mountain guide
Which peaks are the highest? What should I keep in mind if I encounter reindeer? What is it like to stay at a mountain station? There is much to discover in the Swedish mountain world, and the more you know, the more enjoyable it becomes. On this page you'll find everything from important information about mountain safety to exciting reading about Sweden's largest glaciers.
Tent and service fee
Camping in the mountains is free. However, if you want access to guest kitchens, drying rooms, showers, saunas, or other facilities at our accommodations, you will need to pay a small service fee.
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STF Mountain stations
STF’s mountain stations are the starting point for wonderful mountain experiences. Here, you can choose your own level of comfort and price. You make your own bed with your own sheets or rent them on-site. Cleaning and meals can be booked as extras.
Mountain transport
Traveling to the mountain areas is often an adventure in itself. On this page you can read more about how to get there and what transport options are available once you arrive.
STF Mountain shops
STF aims to make it possible for those in the mountains to stock up on supplies along the trail during their mountain hike. Shops are available in selected mountain cabins along the trail system. We offer essential and in-demand products in our shops.
Reindeer in the mountains
As a visitor in the Swedish mountains and in all areas where reindeer herding is practiced, it is important that you do not disturb or scare the reindeer.
Prices, booking & payment in cabins
There are a few things to keep in mind before your stay in a mountain cabin. That’s why we have gathered everything you need to know about prices, booking, and payment for mountain cabins on this page.
The trail system in the mountain areas
The state trail system consists of approximately 5,500 kilometers of marked trails, of which 2,250 kilometers are in Norrbotten and 1,940 kilometers in Jämtland.
How long does it take to hike?
It is, of course, easier to hike on a smooth and flat trail than to climb a steep mountain, and your hiking speed will reflect this. The overview chart can give you an indication based on experiential grounds.
Tent and service fees
Camping in the mountains while hiking is free. However, if you want access to guest kitchens, drying rooms, showers, saunas, or other facilities at STF’s mountain cabins and stations, you will need to pay a service fee.
Waste management in the mountain cabins
Waste management beyond accessible roads is a complex issue. Those of us who spend time in the delicate mountain environment must work together to make it function.