{"id":1996,"date":"2023-04-06T12:58:15","date_gmt":"2023-04-06T10:58:15","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/go-kiruna.com\/hiking-in-kiruna\/"},"modified":"2026-10-22T13:54:43","modified_gmt":"2026-10-22T13:54:43","slug":"hiking-in-kiruna","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/go-kiruna.com\/en\/hiking-in-kiruna\/","title":{"rendered":"Snowshoeing in Kiruna"},"content":{"rendered":"
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Snowshoeing in Kiruna<\/strong><\/h1>\n\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n
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Discover untouched snow-covered landscapes<\/strong> and enjoy the peace and quiet of Lapland nature on this snowshoe hike in Kiruna<\/a>. Your guide will teach you a lot about the local wildlife and the region<\/strong> in general. Go deep into the forest and enjoy breathtaking panoramas in a pristine<\/strong> natural setting.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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In this article, we’ll explain all you need<\/strong> to know if you want to go snowshoeing in Kiruna<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Practical information about snowshoeing in Kiruna<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Here’s some essential information you need to know before snowshoeing in Kiruna.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

What season is best for snowshoeing in Kiruna?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Of course, snow<\/strong> is a prerequisite for snowshoeing in Kiruna. So you’ll need to come between October<\/strong> at the earliest and April<\/strong> at the latest. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Alternatives and prices<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

There are several options<\/strong> to choose from, depending on what you’re looking for. Here they are: <\/p>\n\n\n

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Snowshoeing in the mountains<\/div>\r\n

Climb the mountain on the outskirts of Kiruna<\/strong> and learn more about the local flora and fauna<\/strong>. You'll stop halfway up the mountain for a 360\u00b0 view of the Kiruna region.<\/p><\/div>\r\n

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rates: 116 \u20ac<\/div>\r\n
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Snowshoeing under the northern lights<\/div>\r\n

Set off at dusk<\/strong> and follow your guide to a spot specially set aside for observing the northern lights<\/strong>. Away from the city lights, you can admire the starry sky and try to catch a glimpse of this unique natural light show.<\/p><\/div>\r\n

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rates: 90 \u20ac<\/div>\r\n
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Snowshoeing in the forest<\/div>\r\n

Set off in a small group on a snowshoe hike<\/strong> through the Arctic wilderness around Kiruna. Your guide will tell you all about the local flora and fauna<\/strong>, and you'll stop for a warm drink with a beautiful view.<\/p><\/div>\r\n

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rates: 103 \u20ac<\/div>\r\n
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The classic option, and the one that illustrates this article, is the first. It combines the crossing of a forest, a beautiful viewpoint, and plenty of information about the surrounding nature. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Why not go on your own?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

This excursion is a real plus<\/strong> if you like hiking. Unless you know a safe hiking trail to follow, setting off with your own snowshoes is likely to be disappointing and sometimes even dangerous<\/strong>. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The snow won’t be packed, so you can quickly get lost<\/strong> and not find a nice place to hike. What’s more, the guide will teach you a lot during the hike, and you’ll enjoy a real shared experience<\/strong> together. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

How do I get there?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

You’ll meet in front of your hotel in Kiruna, or at a meeting point<\/strong> agreed with you beforehand. The guide will then drive you in his van to the trailhead, where the hike begins. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

At the end, you’ll be dropped off at the same place where you were picked up.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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How long does the tour last?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Allow a good 3 hours<\/strong> to make sure you can get the most out of snowshoeing in Kiruna without being rushed by other activities or bookings. <\/p>\n\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n

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How does the activity work?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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In the following paragraphs, we’ll explain in detail how snowshoeing in Kiruna works. This will give you all the information you need to make the most of this activity. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Video of snowshoeing in Kiruna<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

To get you straight into the mood, here’s a video of the activity: <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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