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Pieljekaise National Park

National park in Sweden

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Overview

Pieljekaise National Park is in Norrbotten County the Lapland region of Sweden.

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Getting there

The main access is from the village of Jäkkvik, which lies along the Kungsleden hiking trail. The trail leads directly into the park.

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Getting around

The Kungsleden trail passes through the park. Travel is by foot; there are no roads or motorized access within the park.

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UnderstandEstablished in 1909, Pieljekaise is one of Sweden's oldest national parks. It protects an area of pristine mountain birch forest and serves as a transition zone between forested lowlands and alpine highlands.

Get inThe main access is from the village of Jäkkvik, which lies along the Kungsleden hiking trail. The trail leads directly into the park.

Fees and permitsThere are no entrance fees. The rules for Pieljekaise largely follows what's typical for Swedish national parks. The right of public access (Allemansrätten) mostly applies.

Get aroundThe Kungsleden trail passes through the park. Travel is by foot; there are no roads or motorized access within the park.

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BuyThere are no services within the park. Supplies can be bought in Jäkkvik.

EatNo restaurants inside the park. Bring your own food.

DrinkWater from streams is usually clean but should be purified or boiled.

SleepThe nearest accommodation is in Jäkkvik, just outside the park.

Stay safeWeather can change quickly. Be prepared for cold, wet conditions even in summer. Bring proper clothing and a map.

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Guide text adapted from the Wikivoyage article "Pieljekaise National Park" by its contributors, available under CC BY-SA 4.0. Read on Wikivoyage · Contributors · CC BY-SA 4.0
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