The Stunning National Parks

Laponia is a region located in the extreme north of Sweden. Laponia, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, is home to four Swedish national parks featuring snow-covered mountains, lush valleys, and rare fauna. Abisko National Park is one of the most well-known. Snowshoeing, dog sledding, and the opportunity to learn about the traditional Sami reindeer-herding culture make Abisko the ideal site to experience the magic of arctic Sweden. This is perhaps one of the best spots in the world to watch the Northern Lights, located 200 kilometers above the Arctic Circle. The natural park is easily accessible from nearby Kiruna, taking just over an hour by car or bus.

The national parks of Sarek, Padjelanta, and Stora Sjofallet form a triangle near the Norwegian border, some 100 kilometers south of Abisko. Sarek is one of Sweden's most remote national parks, only accessible by foot or skis. The beautiful drive, on the other hand, is worthwhile, as it allows you to visit one of Europe's remaining pure wilderness areas. Keep a look out for elk, lynx, wolverine, and the endangered Arctic fox. Padjelanta is Sweden's largest national park, encompassing about 2,000 square kilometers. Once the winter frost has melted, it provides breathtaking vistas of the Sarek mountains and fields awash with wildflowers. And Stora Sjofallet (also known as Stuor Muorkke) is home to the Akka massif, dubbed "The Queen of Lapland" for her rough beauty. While these parks offer some of Scandinavia’s most stunning winter scenery, they are worthy of a visit all year round, with the midnight sun shining 24 hours a day during the height of summer.