Paddus Viewpoint
Paddus
An ancient Sámi sacrificial hill inside the national park; from the top, you can look out over the Lapporten valley and Lake Torneträsk.
Paddus is a small hill inside Abisko National Park and was once a Sámi sacred site for offerings. Information boards on the hill explain Sámi beliefs and reindeer culture. Walk from the tourist station or Naturum along the marked trail; the round trip takes about 2-3 hours on gentle slopes, making it ideal for a half-day outing. The summit offers wide views, including the U-shaped Lapporten valley, the Abisko river valley and Lake Torneträsk. Please respect this sacred site and do not move the stones.
Opening hours
All day (summer hiking)
Nearby sights
- Abisko Canyon (Abiskojåkka)
- Abisko Turiststation & Naturum
- Kungsleden (Abisko trailhead)
- Nuolja Chairlift & Summit
- Lapporten
- Aurora Sky Station
- Abisko National Park
- Björkliden