Mike Laing – författare

The Kungsleden, or King’s Trail, is one of the world’s great long-distance hiking routes, running through the vast sub-arctic wilderness of northern Sweden’s Lappland. Stretching around 460 km (286 miles) from Abisko to Hemavan, it crosses open fell, mountain valleys, lakes and birch forests, much of it above the Arctic Circle, offering both classic thru-hiking and flexible section walking through some of Europe’s most remote landscapes. This trusted guidebook, Trekking the Kungsleden, provides the practical information and route detail needed to plan and walk the trail with confidence. Described in 28 stages between 7 and 22 km (4–14 miles), the full route typically takes around 4 weeks to complete, while shorter sections — such as the popular Abisko to Nikkaluokta stretch — can be walked in about a week, making the Kungsleden suitable for both long-distance trekkers and those with limited time. Detailed route descriptions are provided for all sections with 1:100,000 mapping so you can navigate with confidence through key areas like Abisko, Sarek and Stora Sjöfallet National ParksOptional side excursions include Kebnekaise, Sweden’s highest peak, allowing adventurous walkers to summit a 2098m mountain as part of their trekAccommodation details include STF mountain huts and cabins, many with shops and basic facilities, as well as guidance on wild camping and resupply along the routePractical planning advice covers the best time to walk the Kungsleden (late June to early September), details of average rainfall and sunlight hours, transport options, logistics, what to pack, and safety in sub-arctic conditionsDownloadable GPX files are available for use with smartphones or GPS devices, offering a flexible digital navigation option for your adventure through northern Sweden Walking the Kungsleden offers an unforgettable opportunity to experience Sweden’s Arctic wilderness, from serene mountain valleys to the challenge of summiting Kebnekaise. This guidebook combines practical advice with cultural and natural insight, ensuring you can plan your trek with confidence and fully enjoy the beauty, solitude, and scale of Lappland.

A guidebook to walking the Kungsleden trail (King’s Trail) between Abisko and Hemavan. Covering 460km (286 miles), this long-distance trail through the sub-artic landscape of Swedish Lappland takes 4 weeks and is suitable for any reasonably fit, experienced walker.

The route is described from north to south in 28 stages, each between 7 and 22km (4–14 miles) in length. An additional itinerary is included for the Kebnekaise summit, Sweden’s highest peak.

1:100,000 maps included for each stage GPX files available to download Detailed information on accommodation, facilities and public transport The popular Abisko-Nikkaluokta portion of the route can be completed in 1 week Advice on planning and preparation

Experience the remote beauty of northern Norway with this guidebook to five multi-day hikes above the Arctic Circle. From the dramatic island landscapes of the Lofoten Long Crossing to the open tundra of the Finnmarksvidda, these trails showcase the mountains, fjords, and wilderness that define the northernmost reaches of Europe. Hike across rugged peaks, follow reindeer migration routes, and explore wild landscapes that are at their best in the brief subarctic summer. Suitable for experienced hikers and backpackers with good fitness, the routes range from 48–165km (30–103 miles) and take between 4 and 10 days to complete. The five included treks – the Lofoten Long Crossing, the Mountains of Narvik, the Mountains of Ofotfjorden, the Troms Border Trail, and Finnmarksvidda – offer a variety of landscapes and challenges, some crossing into Sweden or Finland. Access is straightforward via public transport, with accommodation ranging from DNT huts and campsites to opportunities for wild camping. Detailed, stage-by-stage descriptions for five multi-day northern Norway hikes, from the Lofoten Long Crossing to FinnmarksviddaClear directions supported by 1:100,000 maps for each stage, with 1:500,000 overview maps to help plan multi-day treksRoute summary tables, stage facilities planner, and accommodation listings for DNT huts, campsites and wild-camp locationsPractical information on transport, refreshments, and logistics for accessing remote Norwegian trails by bus or ferryAlternative itineraries where relevant, allowing flexibility in distance or route for each trekAdvice on planning for conditions, including snow at elevation, brief subarctic summer, and navigation in remote terrainDownloadable GPX files for all five routes to support digital navigation on GPS devices or smartphones Plan your northern Norway adventure with confidence and experience the dramatic fjords, mountains, islands, and tundra of Europe’s Arctic frontier with this essential hiking guidebook.