Arctic Circle Trail
A roughly 160-kilometre wilderness trail linking Kangerlussuaq and Sisimiut, one of the classic long-distance hikes in the world.
The Arctic Circle Trail is considered one of the most beautiful long-distance hikes in the world. The full route is about 160 kilometres. It crosses tundra, lakes and valleys between the edge of the ice sheet and the coast, with several free, unstaffed huts along the way. Most hikers need 7 to 10 days. You must carry your own tent, stove and all your food. There are no supplies or mobile phone signal along the route. Most people start at Kangerlussuaq and finish at Sisimiut.
You can also hike a shorter section by starting at Sisimiut and walking to the first hut, Kangerluarsuk Tulleq, about 20 km, then returning. This takes 1 to 2 days.
Before setting off, register your itinerary at the tourist centre. Bring a map or GPS and a mosquito head net. In mid-to-late July, river levels are lower and easier to cross.
Opening hours
Open in summer; no ticket required
Nearby sights
- Nasaasaaq
- Amerloq Fjord whale watching
- Dog sledding
- Sisimiut Museum
- Bethel Church
- Sisimiut Harbour
- Palasip Qaqqaa
- Itilleq