Sarektjåkkå

Sarectjåkkå is a mountain massif in Sarek National Park with peaks around 2,090 meters, featuring steep cliffs, glaciers, and deep valleys throughout its landscape. The terrain here is rugged and complex, shaped by glacial forces and high-altitude conditions.

The surrounding national park was established in 1909 and became one of Europe's earliest protected mountain areas. This early commitment to preserving alpine wilderness set an important precedent for conservation efforts across the continent.

The name comes from the Sami language and reflects centuries of indigenous presence in this landscape. Visitors walking through the high mountains can still sense the connection to traditional reindeer herding that remains woven into local life.

This area requires advanced mountaineering skills and specialized equipment, as trails are often unmarked and weather conditions change rapidly and severely. Visitors should prepare for sudden weather shifts and harsh alpine terrain throughout their visit.

The massif contains over one hundred glaciers, making it a refuge for lynx, wolverines, and golden eagles that live nowhere else in the region. This concentration of glaciers and Arctic species creates an unusually rich ecosystem for such harsh terrain.

Location: Jokkmokk Municipality

Elevation above the sea: 2,089 m

GPS coordinates: 67.43138,17.72163

Latest update: December 10, 2025 20:07