Kungsleden northbound
Abisko
This is the gpx data for the entire Kungsleden (north and south). It's northbound, meaning start ist south in Hemavan and destination is north in Abisko
Also in Västerbotten, Sweden
Hiking Difficult
- Distance
- 475 km
- Ascent
- 8.4 km
- Descent
- 8.5 km
- Duration
- 1 day +
- Low Point
- 288 m
- High Point
- 1.1 km
- Gradient
- 5˚
This is the gpx data for the entire Kungsleden (north and south). It's northbound, meaning start ist south in Hemavan and destination is north in Abisko.
Description
The route has mostly access to Huts for emergencies, but also paid sleepover at most huts (STF Huts) as well as food to buy (STF Huts)
Difficulty
Difficult
Hiking trails where obstacles such as rocks or roots are prevalent. Some obstacles can require care to step over or around. At times, the trail can be worn and eroded. The grade of the trail is generally quite steep, and can often lead to strenuous hiking.
Low Exposure
The path is on completely flat land and potential injury is limited to falling over.
Remoteness
Away from help but easily accessed.
Best time to visit
Features
- Wildlife
- Picturesque
- Dog friendly
- Wild flowers
- Forestry or heavy vegetation