Sports and leisure activities Laponie

Come and live your polar adventure! Different activities and levels of commitment are offered, from family stays to extreme raids. The plus : French-speaking guides. Primitif Aventure offers themed stays: special whale watching, special family, special ski-pulka, special boreal... Also offers accommodation for other activities in summer/fall, such as the hunt for the northern lights, or the summer version: the midnight sun. In short, you will have understood, here, it is the adventure!

This is a well accompanied hike, with a guide and a team of these beautiful dogs, typical of Lapland. Each participant has his own companion, who will guide his steps during the walk. A fantastic way to discover the richness of the Scandinavian forest. An unforgettable experience to be recommended to everyone (young and old), for a pure moment of relaxation and change of scenery, far from everything, lost in the frozen landscapes of Swedish Lapland. You can also choose to go hunting for the Northern Lights!

The Jokkmokk Guides take you to discover their favorite playground, Lapland. They know it inside out in all seasons. From dog sledding to hiking, from canoeing to hunting for the northern lights, everyone will find something to suit their needs. Passionate about their job, your guides will do everything to transmit their knowledge and their love for this region. Remember to book well in advance, the region and the activities are very popular, especially during the Jokkmokk market, in February-March.

Tourism around the Northern Lights developed in the 2000s. Today, Tromsø, even if its summer tourism develops little by little, remains a winter destination. And in particular for the Aurora hunting. In winter, when the snow repainted the city of a pretty white, we observe the hordes of tourists who leave the city center from 18h to get away from the light pollution and attend the magical and colored ballet of the Northern Lights.

The Laponie Mush agency is run by a French couple and organizes dog sledding tours in small groups lasting from a few hours to several days. Snowshoeing, ice fishing, sauna, northern lights observation... Accommodation is available in a typical Swedish chalet (two double bedrooms, kitchen...). In summer, come and discover the midnight sun and enjoy long, sunny days. Adventures for all to discover and enjoy in this true corner of paradise!

Musher Juha-Pekka was one of the first to develop dog sledding in Lapland. He knows his 150 dogs by name, and trains them personally so that each one finds his place in the team. There are several safari options to choose from: from 1 hour to several days, in the middle of the forest and nature. For your information, the dogs cover around 12 km in 1 hour. A powerful and authentic excursion, far off the beaten tourist track. If you never want to leave this magical place, you can book a bed and breakfast.

Ounasvaara is the hill of Rovaniemi. Transformed into a summer and winter sports park, this is where the locals gather to practice their favourite sport. In winter, there are a dozen accessible downhill ski slopes, a freeride area and a snow park. It is also possible to go sledding in a buoy on an 800 m long track and reach 50 km/h! For the amateurs, it is also possible to take advantage of 100 km of cross-country ski tracks. The rest of the year, there are many walking routes.

It's Finland's biggest ski resort, with 43 green, blue, red and black runs, not to mention two snowparks. The longest run measures 2,500 m. At night, 15 slopes are floodlit and there are restaurants on the resort. All around, there are 230 km of cross-country ski trails, groomed every day, including 28 km of lit trails, 16 cabins and rest areas along the trails. Three stores to rent your equipment and pick up your ski passes: for families, for intermediate skiers and for pros (lift no. 6).

Passionate about the great outdoors? Welcome to French expatriate David, who will take you into his world, frozen in time and far, far away from the crowds. In summer, keep your eyes peeled for majestic salmon, elk, queens and Vikings! In winter, David swaps his fishing rods for his magnificent sled dogs to offer you safaris under the northern lights. An authentic experience guided by an enthusiast and his faithful 4-legged companions!

It's one of Europe's most famous hiking trails. Every year, thousands of walkers survey the valleys that the trail reveals over a distance of almost 400 km. The best times to discover the Royal Trail are between June and September, to experience the midnight sun, and February and April, to ski the trail. The park is home to some rare and increasingly endangered plant species, such as the Lapland orchid.

Staying on the royal trail. There are around 15 lodges on the trail, spread out every 10 to 20 km. Here you can sleep, eat, buy provisions and sometimes even enjoy a sauna! Please note, however, that between Kvikkjokk and Aigert, there is no accommodation offered by the national park. However, you can leave the trail and stay in one of the nearby villages. We advise you to book your beds in advance during the season, as places are scarce.
As far as equipment is concerned, the www.stfturist.se website provides a list of what you need to take with you, depending on the season. Generally speaking, be prepared for anything, because even in summer, the weather is very changeable. Don't venture out on the trails if the weather doesn't allow it. It's essential to have the essentials with you, such as a map, compass, whistle, first-aid kit, survival blanket, warm, waterproof clothing, something to eat, and mosquito repellent purchased locally if you're hiking in summer. Remember to tell someone when you're leaving and where you're going.

The stages of Kungsleden

Kebnekaise lies 87 km south of Abisko and 19 km west of Nikkaluokta. Along with Abisko Turiststation, it is one of the main entrances to the Royal Trail. It offers accommodation, catering and information services.

Nikkaluokta. This village lies 65 km west of Kiruna, along Lake Laukkujarvï. It's a Saami camp, where you can stay in a national park hut and enjoy a meal. Nikkaluokta lies off the Royal Trail, 19 km east of Kebnekaise - the park's information center.

Saltoluokta is 70 km south of Kebnekaise, on the Royal Trail. The resort offers STF accommodation and catering. It lies on the shores of Lake Akkajaure, 120 km west of Gällivare, which can be reached by road.

Kvikkjokk lies 73 km south of Saltoluokta, on the Royal Trail, and 120 km west of Jokkmokk, which can be reached by road. This microscopic village of 70 inhabitants has a national park station that accommodates hikers on the Royal Trail.

Ammarnäs lies on the last part of the trail, 78 km from Hemavan, in the Vindelfjallen Mountains. Between Kvikkjokk in the north and Ammarnäs in the south, the Royal Trail stretches for more than 80 km, with no accommodation provided by the national park. It may be possible to stay in the small villages. However, the easiest option is to stay at the Ammarnäs lodge, which can be booked on the www.svenskaturistforeningen.se website

Hemavan. This is the last and southernmost stage of the Kungsleden Trail, 78 km from Ammarnas. Here, too, you'll find accommodation managed by STF (the national park). Hemavan can be reached by road from Norway (Mo I Rana is 100 km away) or by air via Hemavan Tarnaby airport, giving you the chance to fly over the superb Vindelfjallen mountain reserve.

"Ofelaš" in Saami means "he who shows the way". Depending on the season, you can enjoy a variety of rides on the back of sturdy, stocky Icelandic horses: an elk safari, a ride under the midnight sun, a multi-day trek in the mountains... In summer and autumn, day trips start from the village of Nikkaluokta, at the foot of the Kebnekaise mountains. The rest of the year, departure from Puoltsa, a village between Nikkaluokta and the town of Kiruna.

Henrik Taube and his team offer various typical Lapland activities: dog sledding, cross-country skiing, snowshoeing, rafting, ice fishing, etc. An extraordinary experience along the river north of Kiruna. Far from the city, a camp accessible only by snowmobile awaits you. Lost at the end of the world, extraordinary landscapes and new experiences are waiting for you! Spend the night in a kota sâme, and enjoy a sauna, between two northern lights hunts.

For fishing enthusiasts. In the Kvarnbäck area you can fish for trout, herring, grayling and perch. The area offers fishing equipment and small rowing boats. It also offers the possibility to stay in a cottage, right next to the water, with rooms with or without shower and toilet - depending on the level of adventure and nature you want to explore! Also, stop by the sauna after your swim and enjoy the barbecue to grill your freshly caught fish.

This downhill ski resort is located at 700 m above the Arctic Circle and can be skied until June under the midnight sun. Much of the resort's fame comes from the incredible off-piste terrain, but gentler slopes suitable for all levels are also available. Choose from 15 trails ranging from green to black or discover your own path on the off-piste terrain, even in summer!

Its unique shape is striking as soon as you reach Kilpisjärvi. This mountain has always been sacred to the Saami people, and its summit rises to 1,029 m. Once at the top, effort is rewarded. Magnificent views of the lake and mountain... and potentially of the northern lights. The ascent and descent take around 6 km, and are accessible to all. Be careful with small children, though, as it's a long way up. In terms of time, allow four hours, or even five if you want to take your time, from the Hiking Center.

This organization promotes the Nordkyn peninsula, but also Finnmark as a whole. The site offers a wide range of activities in the area around Alta, the northern part of Norway, all year round. Hiking, boat trips, snowmobile trips, king crab fishing, salmon fishing or partridge hunting... You will also find many tips for eating, lodging and discovering the most beautiful corners of these remote areas. One of the guides, a local figure with a cheerful enthusiasm, will help you discover all this!

Fifteen runs down the Sallan Pyhätunturit mountain (477 m), a snow park, and all around 160 km of cross-country ski trails, 43 of which are lit. Also a swimming pool on site. A family resort that offers fun for all types of people! Nothing to do with our resorts, but the landscapes and their splendid lights are there! A place to spend a nice holiday and the opportunity to enjoy Finland and its outdoor activities. In summer, there are many hiking trails to explore the forest and its views.

Travelers must have come across a number of reindeer on the roads (nearly 15,000 in the wild!). Those who travel during the coldest months of the year can extend their stay in Kautokeino to enjoy a unique experience: sleigh rides on the snow. This is what Sokki Adventure offers: to discover the local culture by teaching visitors to steer sleds and toboggans on a snowy track, but also to gather under a big tent around a fire with the local population. An unforgettable experience!

Leaving Gällivare,take road 45, called Inlandsvägen ("inland road"), towards Porjus and Jokkmokk. A good, straight, paved road leads to Porjus, which is located on the bank of the Luleälv River and is easily identifiable by its hydroelectric power station.

The 44 km from Porjus to Jokkmokk is a medium-sized road that first runs along the Luleälv River, which is wide like a lake at times. Then it becomes winding and rises through a landscape of dark hills covered with coniferous forests