Kungsleden — Section 4: Kvikkjokk to Ammarnäs
~9 days · 113.8 mi · strenuous · Point-to-point
Quick facts
What the Kungsleden — Section 4: Kvikkjokk to Ammarnäs is known for
Section 4 of Kungsleden is an official 180 km point-to-point section from Kvikkjokk Fjällstation trail node (OSM node 487865772) to Ammarnäs Kungsleden trailhead (OSM node 8567145303).
Elevation profile
Elevation ranges from 3,228 ft to 10,571 ft over 113.8 mi. Measured from OSM geometry (approximate).
- Uphill 45.4 mi · 40%
- Downhill 43.4 mi · 38%
- Flat 24.1 mi · 21%
Ridgefold breaks every route into uphill, downhill, and flat — see the full per-day breakdown in the app.
How hard is the Kungsleden — Section 4: Kvikkjokk to Ammarnäs?
On the Ridgefold Difficulty Index, the Kungsleden — Section 4: Kvikkjokk to Ammarnäs scores 43/100, a relative rating across the 1,243 trails we've mapped, blending distance, elevation gain, and steepness. It is a comparison within our set, not an official rating.
Frequently asked questions
How many days does the Kungsleden — Section 4: Kvikkjokk to Ammarnäs take?
Most backpackers hike the Kungsleden — Section 4: Kvikkjokk to Ammarnäs in about 9 days (8 nights out) over its 113.8 miles, though pace varies with fitness and conditions.
How much elevation gain is on the Kungsleden — Section 4: Kvikkjokk to Ammarnäs?
The Kungsleden — Section 4: Kvikkjokk to Ammarnäs climbs roughly 19,288 ft total — about 169 ft per mile, topping out near 3,448 ft.
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Sources & attribution
Route geometry from OpenStreetMap, © OpenStreetMap contributors, ODbL 1.0. 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.