Curious about Kiruna

Last changed: 16 August 2024
Curious about Kiruna

Welcome to Kiruna, a city 200 km north of the Arctic Circle. Kiruna is located in the heart of Lapland and offers a unique opportunity to experience the untouched wilderness and the rich Sami culture. Check out their website to discover all the experiences Kiruna Lapland can offer during the winter season.

Magical Northern Lights

Kiruna is one of the best places in the world to see the Northern Lights. During the long, dark winter months, you can go on a guided northern lights safari and witness this spectacular natural phenomenon. Imagine standing under a starry sky, surrounded by snow-covered landscapes, while the sky above is green, pink, and purple. It's a magical experience you won't soon forget.

Northern lights

Dog sled tour

Uniquely experience the charm of winter by going on a dog sled tour. Feel the wind on your face and hear the eager barking of the dogs as you speed through snow-covered forests and over vast mountains. This adventure offers intimate contact with nature and a sense of freedom that is hard to find anywhere else.

Dog Sled Tour

The Icehotel

Nearby Kiruna, in the village of Jukkasjärvi, you will find the world's first and largest hotel built of ice and snow. The hotel is rebuilt every year with unique artwork created by artists from all over the world. Sleep in an ice suite, enjoy a drink in the ice bar, or admire the fantastic sculptures of the hotel. It is an unforgettable experience combining art, architecture, and nature in a way you have never experienced before.

Icehotel

Snowmobile Safari

Are you looking for speed and excitement? A snowmobile safari is a must for you. Drive through Kiruna's beautiful winter landscape and discover places difficult to reach. Snowmobile safari is a perfect way to combine adventure with nature experiences, and you might even spot wildlife along the way.

Snowmobile Safari

Sami Culture and Tradition

Kiruna is home to the Sami population, and you have the opportunity to discover their rich culture and traditions. Visit a Sami village, taste traditional food such as suovas and gáhkku, and listen to fascinating stories about their life and history. A trip to Kiruna is not complete without experiencing Sami's hospitality and culture.

Sami Culture and Tradition

Winter Hiking

If you love hiking, few things beat a winter hike in Kiruna's sparkling snow landscape. Put on your snowshoes and explore the untouched forests and mountains. Breathe in the crisp, fresh air and enjoy the silence and stillness that only winter can offer.

Hiking in Winter

Guided city tour

One-third of the city is relocated because of the mining industry. The ongoing urban transformation is a historic event in Kiruna and worldwide. Properties are demolished and old cultural-historical buildings are moved, while a new center is being developed. Discover the history of Kiruna and follow the city's founder Hjalmar Lundbohm, who wanted to create a model city in the country of the future.

Kiruna City Tour

Check out their YouTube!

Are you curious about Kiruna in Swedish Lapland? Check out their YouTube channel to learn more about Kiruna's uniqueness. And get inspired by the various experiences they can offer you during your stay!

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Facts:

Kiruna Lapland is a local marketing organization working to develop the hospitality industry in the destination Kiruna in Swedish Lapland. We are a member-owned economic association and function as an umbrella organization for most tourism companies and other companies in Kiruna municipality. The association aims to promote the members' financial interests by actively acting to profile and stimulate the experience industry and hospitality industry in Kiruna municipality. Kiruna Lapland aims to increase awareness of the destination, nationally and internationally, to increase the number of visitors to Kiruna.