Norway/Sweden Border – Björnfjell Station loop from Riksgränsen

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Norrbottens län

Kiruna kommun

Norway/Sweden Border – Björnfjell Station loop from Riksgränsen

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Norway/Sweden Border – Björnfjell Station loop from Riksgränsen

05:33

20.3km

310m

Hiking

Hard hike. Very good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: September 23, 2026

Waypoints

Start point

Train Station

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982 m

Norway/Sweden Border

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If you are already up here, you can also just risk the transfer to Norway. The border is just behind the village Riksgränsen in Sweden.

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2.80 km

Björnfjell Station

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From Björnfjell train station, you can easily return to Kiruna within two hours, or even earlier to Abisko. Train tickets are very affordable! In summer, the train runs twice a …

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4.06 km

The Memorial

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There are many cairns between Solheim and Björnfjell. On your hike, you will repeatedly see the foundations of old houses and relics from wartime. The Germans used this area as …

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4.31 km

The Upper Cableway Station

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In the winter of 1898/1899 construction of the so-called "The Big Lift" began. In June 1899, goods could be transported to the lower-lying region to Björnfjell for the first time. …

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5.67 km

Mining ruins

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In the mountains of Norway - partly by the Germans - partly massive mining was operated. Some relics can be found here.

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6.30 km

In the mountains above the lake

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A wonderful campsite, high up on a plateau with a view of the snowy, even higher mountains and a small lake below. Here you can really enjoy the sunset.

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13.4 km

Gátterjávri Viewpoint

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From here, you get a clear view of Gátterjávri, framed by the surrounding mountains. The open landscape and wide horizon make this a memorable spot along the route.

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18.9 km

Rallarleden & View over Riksgränsen

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From the Rallarleden hiking trail you have a beautiful view of the border village Riksgränsen with snow-covered mountains and the shining lake at your feet.

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20.3 km

End point

Train Station

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

12.3 km

7.48 km

308 m

253 m

Surfaces