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Kiruna

The Arctic Capital of Sweden

200 km north of the Arctic Circle, you will experience contrasts from northern lights to the midnight sun, the highest mountain in Sweden to the world’s largest underground iron-ore mine, ancient Sámi culture to an ongoing city transformation.

The world's best place to see Aurora

Northern lights

Your guide to northern lights
Direct flights winter 2026/2027

The Arctic is closer than you think

This winter you can fly directly to Kiruna from:
Stockholm - 90 min
Copenhagen - 2 h 20 min
Düsseldorf - 3 h 10 min

Fly to the Arctic
Dog sledding, snowmobiling, skiing and days in the snow.

Arctic Adventures

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The world's first and largest hotel of snow and ice

Icehotel

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Explore Kiruna’s destinations

From the high mountains in the north-west to the deep forests in the east, there are many small destinations to discover.

Jukkasjärvi

Dating back to the 17th century, Jukkasjärvi is one of the oldest villages in Norrbotten. This is where ice, culture and history come together. Visit the world’s first ice hotel, gain an insight into Sámi culture at Sámi Siida Márkanbaiki, and set off on guided excursions.

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Nuolja Offpist Abisko

Abisko

Renowned as the world’s best destination for light shows and the Northern Lights. In the national park, you’ll be surrounded by snow-capped mountains and magnificent winter landscapes that are perfect for snowshoe walks, snowmobile safaris and other wonderful winter adventures.

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Nikkaluokta

Nikkaluokta opens for the winter season at the end of February. Under the warming spring sun, you can explore the mountains on skis, join a snowmobile excursion to Kebnekaise, or simply enjoy some fantastic food at Restaurant Skáidi.

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Björkliden

The winter season in Björkliden gets underway in early February. Here, young and old alike can go skiing and explore the mountains together, with Lapporten providing a magnificent backdrop. Fill your days with winter activities and visit Sweden’s highest mountain station, Låktatjåkko, for the famous Låktavåfflan.

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Riksgränsen

The legendary ski resort right up on the border with Norway. Generations of skiers have flocked to these mountains for the unique skiing experience and the extensive off-piste opportunities. From Riksgränsen, you’re also close to Katterjåkk, where you can continue your mountain adventure in a different setting.

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The countryside

Here you’ll find winter landscapes, small communities and experiences off the beaten track. Visit Kristallen in Lannavaara and discover minerals, gemstones and local crafts, or stop off at Karesuando Knives for authentic craftsmanship with strong local roots.

Discover the countryside
Last weekend in January

Snow Festival

Welcome to the cosiest snow festival in the world! As the light returns and the cold bites into your skin, the people of Kiruna celebrate the snow and winter with the Kiruna Snow Festival. This winter festival has been held on the last weekend in January since 1986, right in the heart of Kiruna. And, as always, the festival is completely free and packed with activities for all ages.

Kiruna Snow Festival
17 August

Crafts

Britta Marakatt-Labba at the Sámi Museum

17 Aug - 31 Dec
Kiruna
Sámi everyday life and politics, historical events and mythological scenes—all coexist in the visual world of the acclaimed artist Britta Marakatt-Labba. The exhibition’s graphic works are based on textile pieces, in which she weaves together personal experiences from life in the North with the climate crisis that affects the entire planet. Over five decades, she […]
5 September

Art Exhibition

Following an Encounter: Emilie Demant Hatt and Eva la Cour

5 Sep - 9 Dec
Bringing together Emilie Demant Hatt’s paintings and prints with a new video essay by artist Eva la Cour, the exhibition Following an Encounter: Emilie Demant Hatt and Eva la Cour draws attention to the relationships that shape human lives, works of art, and the writing of history. At its center is Emilie Demant Hatt (1873–1958), […]
20 November Family friendly

Music

Concert: I am Carola – a unique musical life story

20 Nov - 20 Nov
Kiruna
Carola is coming to Kiruna with “Jag är Carola – en musikalisk unik livsberättelse“. On 8 September, to coincide with her 60th birthday, Carola Häggkvist is releasing her first book. In her autobiography Jag är Carola (I Am Carola), which recounts her upbringing and her life up to 2002, Carola tells her own story for […]
4 December

Christmas dinner

Christmas Festivities

4 Dec - 11 Dec
What’s in Santa’s Sack? A Christmas Dinner with a Twist! Camp Ripan presents a brand-new Christmas dinner concept! This year, we’re doing Christmas a little differently. Our Christmas evenings will be filled with delicious food, competitions, laughter and entertainment, with something for both the competitive ones and those who simply want to sit back and […]
27 January Family friendly

Festival

Kiruna Snow Festival 2027

27 Jan - 31 Jan
Kiruna C
When the January sun returns to Kiruna after a long, dark and not infrequently cold winter, it is always together with Sweden’s absolute coziest winter event – Kiruna Snow Festival. In the middle of Kiruna’s city center, culture and winter come to life through this incredibly cozy festival. During the Snow Festival, you as a […]
20 November

Christmas dinner

Christmas dinner by the river

20 Nov - 12 Dec

Price fr. 825 SEK/person

Booking is now open for this year’s Christmas dinner (julbord) at Lappeasuando! Classic flavours, home-cooked food and a warm fire, in the middle of the winter landscape. You are welcome to stay the night at the inn. 55 seats each evening. Book a table on the website, or call +46 70 341 73 55. Date: […]
4 February Family friendly

Market

Jokkmokk market

4 Feb - 6 Feb
Jokkmokk
The 422th Jokkmokk market will take place on February 4-6, 2027. There will be hundreds of vendors in place, and hundreds of events taking place all over Jokkmokk during the market days and nights – and the interest for the upcoming market is really big! Keep an eye out for the market programme at Jokkmokk […]
31 December

Food

New Year’s Eve at the Elite Hotel Frost

31 Dec - 1 Jan
Ring in the New Year in style, with fine dining and magnificent views in the heart of Kiruna. At Elite Hotel Frost, we invite you to an exclusive New Year’s Eve dinner at Restaurant Fe – an evening filled with fine dining, elegance and a festive atmosphere. The evening begins at Restaurant Fe, where you […]
5 September

Art Exhibition

On the Ugly and the Beautiful: Johan Turi, Outi Pieski, and Johanna Minde

5 Sep - 24 Apr
On the Ugly and the Beautiful: Johan Turi, Outi Pieski, and Johanna Minde is the first exhibition in over a hundred years featuring drawings by the legendary multi-artist Johan Turi (1854–1936). Alongside Turi’s detailed and lively depictions of Northern Sami traditions, the exhibition presents sculptures, paintings, and photographs by artist Outi Pieski, born in 1973 […]
11 December Family friendly

Happening

ICEHOTEL #37 – Opening

11 Dec - 11 Dec
Jukkasjärvi
On December 11, ICEHOTEL 37 will once again open its doors. Imagine stepping into a magical Ceremony Hall where giant ice prisms refract the light, diving into an icy pool inside the art suite “The Cold Descent”, or spending the night in Antarctica surrounded by curious Emperor Penguins hand sculpted from ice in “The Emperors […]

Children's Summer