Njulla

Mountain Abisko, Norrbotten County, Sweden

What to expect

Njulla, also known as Nuolja, is a mountain located near the town of Abisko in Norrbotten County, Sweden. It stands out due to its proximity to the main highway between Kiruna and Narvik, Norway. The mountain offers a hiking trail, known as the Ridonjira trail, which is considered one of the easiest routes to the summit. The trail is steep, with an average incline of 40 degrees, and offers breathtaking views of the surrounding landscape. The north face of the mountain is more challenging, with an average incline of 70 degrees, and is mostly class 4 scrambling. The area is known for its Arctic climate, with temperatures ranging from -15C in January to 7C in July. The treeline is at approximately 600 meters, and above that, hikers are exposed to the elements. Crampons are recommended when walking the trail outside of summer. There are camping grounds available near the mountain, including one at Abisko Turist, which is located next to the station

Plan your family visit to the Njulla with these blog insights 👇

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Hiking in Sweden: 11 detailed guides with children

Hiking in Sweden: 11 detailed guides with children
This family's experience:

Activities: We hiked to the top of Njulla, a mountain offering panoramic views of the Lapland Gates, a famous landscape in Sweden

Highlights: We loved the views from the top of Njulla, especially of the Lapland Gates, and saw a lemming there! ✨