Dundret, Nature reserve in Gällivare, Sweden
Dundret is a nature reserve in Gällivare that rises to 823 meters above sea level. This mountain area offers nine skiing pistes and many trails for cross-country skiing in northern Sweden.
This mountain region received protected status as a nature reserve in 1970 and has maintained it since. The protection preserves the natural environment and ecological character of the area.
The name Dundret comes from the Finnish word tunturi and connects to the Sami term Váhtjerduottar, showing the different cultures that have shaped this northern region.
You can reach the area by car along the E45 towards Porjus, marked by a sign for Toppstugan. In winter, be prepared for limited road access as some routes transform into ski tracks.
On clear days, the summit offers views covering about one eleventh of Sweden's land area. The midnight sun is visible here between early June and mid-July.
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