Abisko National Park
Abisko nationalpark
One of Sweden's earliest national parks. Located in a mountain rain shadow, it has a high rate of clear nights and is known as the 'blue hole' for aurora viewing.
Established in 1909, the park covers about 77 square km and extends along the Abisko River valley to the shore of Lake Torneträsk. The surrounding high mountains block clouds coming from the Norwegian coast, creating a cloud-free 'blue hole'. It is one of the most successful places in Europe for aurora viewing. The park entrance is at Abisko Turiststation, and the Naturum nature centre next to it provides trail information. In summer, the park is good for hiking, bird watching and seeing alpine plants. In winter, you can join aurora photography tours and snowshoe hikes. It takes about 1.5 hours by train from Kiruna or along the E10 road.
Opening hours
All day
Nearby sights
- Aurora Sky Station
- Björkliden
- Nuolja Chairlift & Summit
- Kungsleden (Abisko trailhead)
- Abisko Turiststation & Naturum
- Abisko Canyon (Abiskojåkka)
- Rallarvägen (Navvy Road)
- Paddus Viewpoint