STF Kebnekaise Mountain station

Mountain top hiking and full service stay at Kebnekaise

Travel information
Keb Classic takes a break in 2026

STF and the Swedish Climbing Association have decided to pause the Keb Classic event in the winter of 2026. The break is being made in order to review the safety aspects of the competition and thereby create the best possible conditions for the future. Once the review is complete, a decision will be made regarding a possible continuation of Keb Classic.

About the accommodation

At the foot of Sweden’s highest mountain lies STF Kebnekaise Mountain Station. Here you’ll find full service, a restaurant, and comfortable beds – the perfect start and end to your adventure.

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For over a century, the mountain station has stood here, 19 kilometers out on the bare mountain plateau in northern Lapland. A welcoming oasis in the middle of a majestic landscape, where generations of hikers have found shelter, rest, and companionship after a long day on the trail. You come here for the adventure and the challenge – but also for the stillness, the silence, and that unique sense of freedom that only the mountains can offer.

The journey to Kebnekaise Mountain Station begins in Nikkaluokta, where the road ends and the wilderness begins. Whether hiking or skiing, it’s a rewarding day trip to get here. If you want to continue to the Kungsleden trail, it’s a full day’s hike westward from the station. Along Kungsleden, you’ll reach Abisko or Saltoluokta in 4–7 days.

After a day in the mountain air, full of reflection and perhaps many vertical meters, you can settle down by the fire and let your mind wander. In the evening, a delicious dinner awaits before you drift off in a cozy bed.

Stay together in charming century-old dormitories, or choose a more comfortable two- or four-bed room. In the main building, you’ll find multi-bed rooms, while the nearby annexes offer rooms for two or four guests. If you’re travelling with a dog, we of course offer dog-friendly rooms. Toilets and showers are available in all buildings except the main one, but not directly in the rooms. If you stay in the main building, showers are available in the service building, where you’ll also find the sauna and relaxation area – both with stunning views. No matter where you stay, you always have access to the sauna and relaxation area overlooking the mountains.

In our restaurant, Elsa’s kitchen, you can enjoy all meals of the day. Each morning, a generous breakfast buffet with freshly baked bread from our own bakery awaits. Enjoy a hearty homemade lunch or prepare your own packed lunch, and don’t miss our popular dinners featuring local ingredients like wild game and fish. A vegetarian option is available daily. Be sure to pre-book your dinner before arrival here: www.swedishtouristassociation.com/activities/ke…

Our shop sells provisions, snacks, clothing, and souvenirs. Our gear rental service offers a wide selection of skis, outdoor, and climbing equipment. We also sell a selection of ski and outdoor gear. STF Kebnekaise is a cash-free facility.

Our experienced guides create unforgettable adventures. See all activities here: www.swedishtouristassociation.com/facilities/st…

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Our service

Restaurant

Restaurant available. Opening hours may vary depending on season.

Guest kitchen

Fully equipped kitchen for self-catering. The kitchen is shared with other guests.

Shop

Food and equipment for outdoor activities are sold in the shop. The range of goods differs from facility to facility.

Pets allowed

Some rooms are available in which pets may accompany guests.

Sauna

A sauna is available.

Rental of hiking equipment

Equipment for outdoor activities is available for hire.

WIFI

WiFi is available in common areas and/or in bedrooms.

Ski rental

Skiing equipment is available for hire.

Café

A basic café service is available

Guides

Guides are available for hire.

Breakfast

Breakfast is included in the room price/rate or can be purchased for an additional fee. Opening hours/selection may vary depending on season.

<1 km to marked trails

Less than 1 kilometer to marked hiking trail.

<1 km to marked winter trails

Less than 1 kilometer to marked winter trail.

Groups

Group booking is available for a minimum of 10 people.

Conference

Meeting-/conference rooms are available upon request.

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    Address:

    Kebnekaise Fjällstation
    981 99 Kiruna

    Travel information
    PUBLIC TRANSPORT
    To reach STF Kebnekaise Mountain Station, take a train to Kiruna and then a bus to Nikkaluokta. For bus schedules, visit nikkaluoktaexpressen.se/ (opens in a new tab). From Nikkaluokta, it’s a beautiful 19-kilometer hike or ski tour to Kebnekaise Mountain Station. The route follows the Dag Hammarskjöld Trail (between Abisko and Nikkaluokta) through the fertile Ladjo Valley, alongside the headwaters of the Kalix River—one of Sweden’s great unregulated national rivers. Estimated hiking time is about 5–8 hours.

    If you wish to shorten the hike, local companies offer boat transport in summer and snowmobile transport in winter. Please note that STF is not able to book these transfers for you. Book the snow mobile transport in advance www.nikkaluokta.com/en/mountain-transport (opens in a new tab). Read more about the boat transportation www.swedishtouristassociation.com/boats

    BY CAR
    If you're arriving by car, drive to Kiruna and then turn off toward Nikkaluokta, approximately 70 km. At the end of the road, you'll find a parking area with long-term parking available. Parking permits can be purchased at the mountain facility in Nikkaluokta (not operated by STF).

    BY AIR
    Kiruna is connected by air to Stockholm. However, air travel generally has a high climate impact per kilometer, so we recommend choosing train and bus whenever possible.

    DISCOUNTS FOR STF MEMBERS
    STF encourages sustainable travel options to our accommodations. As an STF member, you receive discounts on train travel, bus travel, and electric rental cars. Members can also join the carpooling platform Skjutsgruppen at no cost. See current member offers at: www.swedishtouristassociation.com/join-stf/

    GPS-coordinates

    N67.8680272°, E18.6203805°

    Contact:

    +46 101902330 kebnekaise@stfturist.se

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    STF Kebnekaise Mountain station

    Check-in and check-out times:

    Check in (from): 14:00
    Check out (to): 10:00

    Opening hours

    2026:
    27 February - 19 April
    12 June - 20 September

    Number of beds

    100 >

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    Sustainability

    • Green key

      Green key

      The accommodation fulfills strict sustainability criteria which are being monitored every year and demand constant improvements.

    • Sustainability pledge

      Sustainability pledge

      The accommodation has taken the STF Sustainability pledge on working sustainably in their daily operations and involve you as a guest.

    Read more about our sustainability work

    We are actively working to be as sustainable as possible. Here are some examples.

    Our sustainability efforts
    • Keep Kebnekaise clean! We have started Sweden’s highest altitude rubbish collection.
    • Our food waste gets turned into nutritious compost.
    • We optimise transportation of goods and waste in order to reduce emissions and noise.

    Our sustainability labels
    • KRAV
    • Green Key
    • Nature’s Best

    How we fulfil STFs sustainability pledgde
    • Not selling bottled water.
    • Buying green electricity from renewable sources.
    • We make it easy to recycle as this is available in several places at the mountain station with clear information on how to sort waste.
    • Our helpful guests who take rubbish down with them after ascending Kebnekaise are offered free organic coffee!
    • Energy consumption and CO2 emissions are obvious criteria when purchasing household appliances and vehicles.
    • We have organic, KRAV-labelled options in both the restaurant and store and we inform guests about this.
    • We provide information and assistance in order to help you make your stay in and around the facility as sustainable as possible.
    • We provide advice about trails in the area, mountain safety and how to behave as a guest in the natural environment and reindeer grazing areas, how not to disturb animals and nature.
    • We avoid single-use products and only use ecolabelled cleaning products.
    • We are actively reducing paper use as we are installing hand dryers and avoid printing unnecessarily.

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