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Riksgränsen is a destination mostly on mountains with bike trails either at Norway’s or Sweden’s part. The natural environment of the area, with the well trodden hiking paths make this area perfect for mountain biking.
Bike until the borders with Norway, it’s less than a kilometer /half a mile away, or until Bjorkliden ski resort, a 30 km/18.6 mi long trip across Vassijaure, Laktajaure and Paktajaure lakes. In June, a long distance endurance cycle event is taking place from the north to the south of Sweden.
The Sverigetempot. It’s a 2100 km/1305 mi long trip, lasting about 216 hours, with starting point at Riksgränsen and finish point at Smygehamn. During the first night of the ride, bikers have the opportunity to ride under the midnight sun. Advanced bikers are expected on this event to ride for several days with minimal support or service.
Be aware of reindeer and wild animals with the long rain periods being avoided. Temperatures until May are below zero, with June to August being the warmest ones. Riksgransen resort offers many services available to bikers, like training schools, cafe and restaurant, medical facilities and resting areas, sauna etc.
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Riksgransen ski resort is located in Kiruna Municipality, Lappland, Sweden. The spot is located at 200 km/124 mi in the north of the Arctic Circle and in the vicinity of the Norwegian borders. The spot is considered to be the ultimate destination for snow fans since the spot is Sweden's longest snow covered location.
Bjorkliden lies at 250 km/155 mi inside the Arctic Circle. It's one of the world's northernmost ski resort where modern ski has been born.
Riksgransen ski resort is located in Kiruna Municipality, Lapland, Sweden. The spot is located at 200 km/124 mi in the north of the Arctic Circle and in the vicinity of the Norwegian borders. The spot is considered to be the ultimate destination for snow fans since the spot is Sweden's longest snow covered location.
Björkliden lies at 250 km/155 mi inside the Arctic Circle in the majestic Swedish Lappland, the Europe’s last true and secret wilderness. Björkliden Fjällby offers great outdoors activities in a unique wild setting. The spot is a great starting point for all kind of hiking activity in the Kiruna area.
Bjorkliden lies at 250 km/155 mi inside the Arctic Circle. It's one of the world's northernmost ski resort where modern ski has been born. Björkliden is the birthplace of modern skiing in the beginning of the last century, contributing to the ski sport history evolution. There are endless possibilities and many challenges in the resort and nearby area.
Riksgransen ski resort is located in Kiruna Municipality, Lapland, Sweden. The spot is located at 200 km/124 mi in the north of the Arctic Circle and in the vicinity of the Norwegian borders. The spot is considered to be the ultimate destination for snow fans since the spot is Sweden's longest snow covered location.
Bjorkliden lies at 250 km/155 mi inside the Arctic Circle. It's one of the world's northernmost ski resort where modern ski has been born.
Bjorkliden lies at 250 km / 155 mi inside the Arctic Circle. It's one of the world's northernmost ski resort where modern ski has been born.