Unspoilt nature and endless silence

Nature in Jokkmokk municipality is widespread, magnificent, rich in contrasts and largely untouched. Fresh air, clean water and untouched nature are self-evident conditions of life in Jokkmokk. Those of us who live here take it for granted, while others are surprised that you can drink the water straight out of the streams, cold springs and mountain lakes. We have come to realise that this is a rare luxury that should be safeguarded. Jokkmokk offers nature experiences that change in character according to the seasons. The large national parks Sarek, Padjelanta, Stora Sjöfallet and Muddus as well as a large number of nature reserves together form the World Heritage Site Laponia, an enormous wilderness area with much to explore. Hiking and touring trails, as well as simple overnight huts and more comfortable accommodation make it easy to explore the fantastic nature and mountain landscape with or without a tour leader. You decide yourself how much of an adventure it will be. If you decide to accompany an experienced guide you will definitely get more out of your stay. A long hike in the forests between the river valleys where berries are plentiful, with a coffee pot and a bit of dried reindeer meat in the rucksack is something we would recommend. It is hard to describe the pleasure of hiking in the summer when the vegetation is bursting into life and the Midnight Sun is shining day and night until the end of July, or in September after the intensive and often warm summer, when autumn colours the vegetation in red and gold and the mountains are on fire. We will leave the major discoveries to you. Pack your rucksack, the experience is yours.

Culinary experiences
At the cafés and restaurants in Jokkmokk municipality local delicacies take centre stage. How about some smoked reindeer steak, fillet of elk or blueberry marmalade on gahkku (Sami bread)? The ingredients come directly from nature; reindeer, elk, bear, capercaillie, grouse, char, salmon trout, cloudberry, blueberry and lingonberry. The local specialities are mixed with international cuisine and there is something here for every palate! When the weather is good, you’ll want to try one of the local pavement cafés, or perhaps you’ll be tempted to take a picnic and walk up the Storknabben mountain to admire the views in the light of the Midnight Sun. There are plenty of things to choose from!

Did you know that ...
… Jokkmokk municipality covers an area the size of Skåne, Blekinge and Halland put together.
… Jokkmokk municipality is home to as many as 27 nature reserves and four national parks.
… there are around 30,600 reindeer in Jokkmokk municipality.

Don't miss:

Sami sculpture park by lake talvatis. The sculpture park extends from the back of Hotel Jokkmokk to the Mountain garden, and comprises seven pieces. The sculpture part is located by the beautiful lake Talvatis, which is well worth a visit or a swim on a warm summer’s day. Details of the sculptures can be obtained from the tourist information office.