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Abisko Nationalpark Travel Guide: 64 reviews and 139 photos

Sara atop Mount Nuolja, Midnight - Abisko Nationalpark

Entering the Land of the Midnight Sun

Our night train continued north, past the Arctic Circle, through Kiruna, and on to Abisko National Park. We arrived just after the Solstice, so we were hoping to see the Midnight Sun on at least one of the two nights we were spending here. As luck would have it, on our very first night, the Mount Nuolja chairlift was specially open to ferry people up the mountain. At the top, the weather cleared, and we got our wish. Even better, there was a rainshower off to the east, which created a Midnight Rainbow.

Torneträsk

River and Lake

The highlight of the area is the lake known as Torneträsk. Not far from the Tourist Station, there's a path along the Abisko River, where you can watch the water flow into the clear blue water of the lake.

Lapporten

Lapporten bathed in Midnight Sun

North Sweden's geologic icon is the Lapporten. This remarkable formation, born in the Ice Age, has long been known as the "Gateway to Lappland."

We had a wonderful time here. We packed our memories of Mount Nuolja and the Midnight Sun along with our belongings, and headed to the station for our train to Narvik.

Last visit to Abisko Nationalpark: Jun 2006
Intro Updated Jan 15, 2007
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The Kungsleden trailhead, Abisko - Abisko Nationalpark

Kungsleden Things to Do (4)

Abisko is the northern terminus of the Kungsleden, considered one of the most magnificent hiking trails in the world. We... more travel advice

Groceries, Souvenirs, and Equipment... Shopping (1)

Within Abisko Turiststation is a small shop. You can get various groceries, drinks (sorry, only svagöl ("near-beer") and... more travel advice

Naturum Things to Do (4)

Right next to the Turiststation is the Naturum, a sort of combination tourist information office / museum / Park Ranger... more travel advice

Sara admiring the display - Abisko Nationalpark

Sami Display Off The Beaten Path (1)

Not far from the Abisko Turiststation is a display of traditional Sami architecture. Head down the path from the train... more travel advice

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aussirose Dec 6, 2008 at 2:42 PM

Well I can certainly see why you came to this place Mark! Stunning views!! ......I'm finding it hard to believe that there's mozzies there?....I'd have thought it would have been too cold for the littler buggers! ;o) Great page!! Cheers, Ann.
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cachaseiro Mar 10, 2008 at 3:22 PM

that looks so bloody cool. i should make it up there one day myself.
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travelfrosch Feb 27, 2008 at 9:14 AM

Sorry you had a bad experience. Veolia did not own the Stockholm-Narvik route when we travelled in 2006.
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applesnpears Feb 27, 2008 at 4:10 AM

I do NOT recommend Veolia. I booked a ticket (bokatag.se) but missed my train due to an incorrect reservation no. I contacted them (to inform them and prevent it from happening again) and the response was disrepectful.
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SLLiew Sep 5, 2007 at 6:37 PM

Wow..what a beautiful scenic place. Enjoyed your mid summer buffer tip :)
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Trekki Apr 28, 2007 at 7:57 AM

Midsummer in Abisko - how wonderful :-)) I can't decide who is more beaming - the sun or Sara and you :-)
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christine.j Feb 12, 2007 at 7:25 AM

An excellent page about a beautiful area! I would love to hike at least part of Kungsleden one day. Very good transportation tip. Your photos didn't show, so I'll come back later to see them.
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Hopkid Dec 14, 2006 at 4:52 PM

Great page, Mark! Nice photos as usual. How many nights did you stay there? Oh, and congrats on the sub-1000 ranking!
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Matyas Oct 15, 2006 at 4:23 PM

The best ANP travel page..great!
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Sjalen Jul 19, 2006 at 12:42 AM

Very informative page! So, you experienced the world of Putte and Nicki at the fell station :) We spent New Year's with them and still get letters inviting us back every season...will definately go back in summer.