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Sherpa Steps on Kebnekaise – Vierranvarri Summit (1,706 m) loop from Tolpagorni

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Norrbottens län

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Sherpa Steps on Kebnekaise – Vierranvarri Summit (1,706 m) loop from Tolpagorni

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Sherpa Steps on Kebnekaise – Vierranvarri Summit (1,706 m) loop from Tolpagorni

06:03

8.88km

1,160m

Hiking

Hard hike. Very good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.

Last updated: August 13, 2026

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Includes segments that may be dangerous

Parts of this route comprise highly technical, difficult, or hazardous terrain. Specialist equipment and prior experience is required.

After 774 m for 267 m

After 3.81 km for 212 m

After 5.08 km for 212 m

After 8.07 km for 267 m

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110 m

Kittelbacken Bridge

Highlight • Bridge

At this bridge is the last place during the trip to the Kebnekaise where you can get water from the river!

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614 m

Sherpa Steps on Kebnekaise

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This long natural staircase was built by a group of Nepalese Sherpas! impressive!

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1.89 km

Vierranvarri Summit (1,706 m)

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A kind of intermediate top for the Kebnakaise. After this you first descend a bit, after which the last climb to the top begins. Be careful when there is snow, the descent can be slippery!

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1.90 km

Minor Summit Before Kebnekaise

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After the first steep descent, you'll reach an elevation of approximately 1,700 meters with spectacular views. It's time for a good rest before continuing. From here, you'll descend and then climb steeply to the Gamla toppstugan.

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3.65 km

Kebnekaise Old Summit Hut

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One of the two shelters near the Kebnakaise. Great place to take shelter in bad weather.

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4.37 km

Emergency Shelter (Kebnekaise Emergency Shelter)

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This hut just below the south top of the Kebnekaise is a great place to warm up or have something to eat. You are not allowed to spend the night …

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8.88 km

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Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

8.87 km

Surfaces

6.98 km

1.90 km

Elevation

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Highest point (2,030 m)

Lowest point (1,170 m)

Weather

Friday 28 August

9°C

6°C

99 %

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Sherpa Steps on Kebnekaise – Vierranvarri Summit (1,706 m) loop from Tolpagorni

Kittelbacken Bridge

Sherpa Steps on Kebnekaise

Vierranvarri Summit (1,706 m)

Minor Summit Before Kebnekaise

Kebnekaise Old Summit Hut

Emergency Shelter (Kebnekaise Emergency Shelter)

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