Kungsleden – Abisko to Abiskojaure
~2 days · 8.7 mi · easy · Point-to-point
Quick facts
What the Kungsleden – Abisko to Abiskojaure is known for
The northern opening leg of Sweden's Kungsleden (King's Trail) in Swedish Lapland, running from the Abisko trailhead through Abisko National Park along the Abiskojåkka river valley to the mountain hut at Abiskojaure. It travels above the Arctic Circle through birch forest and open fell country and is the first day of the classic Abisko-to-Nikkaluokta route past Kebnekaise, Sweden's highest peak. It is a hut-to-hut point-to-point on well-marked tundra terrain.
Elevation profile
Elevation ranges from 1,217 ft to 1,631 ft over 8.7 mi. Measured from OSM geometry (approximate).
- Uphill 1.5 mi · 18%
- Downhill 0.5 mi · 6%
- Flat 6.6 mi · 77%
Ridgefold breaks every route into uphill, downhill, and flat — see the full per-day breakdown in the app.
How hard is the Kungsleden – Abisko to Abiskojaure?
On the Ridgefold Difficulty Index, the Kungsleden – Abisko to Abiskojaure scores 7/100, a relative rating across the 569 trails we've mapped, blending distance, elevation gain, and steepness. It is a comparison within our set, not an official rating.
Best season & permits
Season: Best from late June to mid-September, once the snow has cleared and the STF mountain huts are staffed; outside this window the huts close and conditions turn wintry.
Permits: No permit is required to walk the Kungsleden under Sweden's right of public access; the STF operates the trailside huts, where you pay on arrival or book beds in advance.
Official trail & permit info
Always confirm current conditions, closures, and permit rules with the managing authority before your trip.
Frequently asked questions
How many days does the Kungsleden – Abisko to Abiskojaure take?
Most backpackers hike the Kungsleden – Abisko to Abiskojaure in about 2 days (1 nights out) over its 8.7 miles, though pace varies with fitness and conditions.
How much elevation gain is on the Kungsleden – Abisko to Abiskojaure?
The Kungsleden – Abisko to Abiskojaure climbs roughly 528 ft total — about 61 ft per mile, topping out near 1,631 ft.
When is the best time to hike the Kungsleden – Abisko to Abiskojaure?
Best from late June to mid-September, once the snow has cleared and the STF mountain huts are staffed; outside this window the huts close and conditions turn wintry.
Do you need a permit for the Kungsleden – Abisko to Abiskojaure?
No permit is required to walk the Kungsleden under Sweden's right of public access; the STF operates the trailside huts, where you pay on arrival or book beds in advance.
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Sources & attribution
Route geometry and stats derived from OpenStreetMap (© OpenStreetMap contributors, ODbL) — source relation. Stats are approximate and may differ from official surveys; permit rules and conditions change — verify with the managing authority before your trip. Last reviewed July 2026.