Slagnäsforsen- Slagnäs rapids
The beautiful Slagnäs rapids are a populär place to visit for both hikers and fishing enthusiasts alike. The 1,5 km (1 mi) of duckboards makes it an accessible area to experience on foot and here you can have a go at catching the famous Bergnäs trout in its natural surroundings. Each June, the locals gather […]
Warm reception on historic ground.
A Arjeplog is a wild, friendly, and beautiful place in western Swedish Lapland. Here, you’ll find mountain ranges and the border with Norway, with the Arctic Circle cutting right through the municipality. The mountainous archipelago offers plenty of space for both relaxation and energizing activities. The water in the three rivers and 8,727 lakes is […]
Nature reserves & national parks
In Norrbotten, there are 386 nature reserves and eight national parks, with 25 nature reserves and one national park located in Arjeplog. A nature reserve is a way to protect valuable nature and provide areas for outdoor recreation. The 25 nature reserves in the municipality vary greatly in size and character. Two of them are […]
Excursion destinations regardless of mobility
Here are some fantastic excursion destinations in Arjeplog Municipality to explore, suitable for those with reduced mobility or disabilities: Vaukaleden Vaukaleden, also known as “Spångarna,” is a two-kilometer easy-access trail with boardwalks, ideal for walking, biking, or using a stroller or wheelchair. It features bridges, fishing ramps, shelters with firewood, barbecue areas, and dry toilets. […]
Silvervägen
The Silver Road was inaugurated in 1975 when His Majesty King Harald V of Norway and His Majesty King Carl XVI Gustaf of Sweden met. A large stone block had been erected at the border. The project had been a dream for many for almost a hundred years. The road is the only Swedish national […]
Silvermuseet
Silvermuseet’s history began in the early 1920s when Einar Wallquist, a young provincial doctor who had just graduated, arrived to serve in Arjeplog. He was soon captivated by the region and its people, and began collecting objects to document Arjeplog’s rich cultural history. Wallquist worked as a doctor for nearly forty years, and each year […]
Salajekna- Sweden’s largest glacier
A great summer excursion is to rent a helicopter and fly to Sweden’s largest glacier, Salajekna, located in Arjeplog Municipality. Salajekna sits on the border between Norway and Sweden, covering over 24 square kilometers, and in some places, it is nearly 300 meters thick. Scientists have been studying Salajekna for over 200 years, and since […]
Pieljekaise National Park
From Adolfström in the south and Jäckvik in the north, it is easy to reach Pieljekaise National Park, a low mountain area that is easy to hike, with many small lakes and large natural mountain birch forests. The road leading to Adolfström is perhaps the most beautiful in Sweden, and from the nearby Viejenäs, there […]
Märkberget Nature reserve
Märkberget Nature Reserve encompasses Märkberget and the vigorously flowing Märkforsen in the Lais River. Märkforsen is a picturesque stretch of the river, featuring rapids, canyons, and cascades in close succession. The entire area is covered with thousands of plant species, some of which are very rare. Märkberget is renowned as one of the most beautiful […]