Södra Sytertoppen

Södra Sytertoppen rises 1,693 meters above sea level, featuring steep rocky slopes and a prominent cairn marking its highest point in northern Sweden.

The mountain received its dual nomenclature through centuries of coexistence between Swedish settlers and indigenous Sami people in the Scandinavian mountain range.

The mountain name Syjhterentjåhke in Sami language represents the continued presence of traditional reindeer herding communities in the Vindelfjällen region.

The 24-kilometer hiking trail to the summit requires crossing streams and navigating unmarked paths, with a total elevation gain of 1,125 meters.

The mountain ranks as the second-highest peak in Vindelfjällen area, with its northern neighbor Norra Sytertoppen standing 3.1 kilometers away.

GPS coordinates: 65.86476,15.25840

Latest update: March 17, 2025 19:48