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Things to see in Enontekiö (Sweden): 12 places and when to go
Enontekiö is a town in Sweden, and this site lists 12 places in and around it, mainly Hiking (9), Nature (2), Mountains (2). The best known are Three-Country Cairn, Malla Strict Nature Reserve and Pältsan. The best time to come is May to September; also possible: December to April and October. In June there are 24 h of daylight, and in January, 0 h. Here is what there is, when to go, how to get there and what else is nearby.
In a nutshell
- Where
- Sweden · 69.0605, 20.5572
- Places
- 12 places on this site, in the town and around it.
- Best time
- May to September.
- Also possible
- December to April and October.
- Nearest airport
- ARN Stockholm, 1,055 km as the crow flies
- Highest point
- Pältsan, at 1,442 m.
What to see in Enontekiö
The places in and around Enontekiö, best known first, each with its own page: what it is, when to go and what is next to it. Distances are from the centre, as the crow flies.
- Three-Country CairnInternational tripoint between Sweden, Norway and Finland346 m
- Malla Strict Nature ReserveNature reserve in Finland4.1 km
- PältsanMountain in Kiruna Municipality, Sweden15 km
- STF Pältsa Mountain cabinMountains · Hiking12 km
- European Long distance path E1 - FinlandHiking228 m
- GappohyttaHiking12 km
- Goldahytta - GappohyttaHiking8.0 km
- Kilpisjärvi - GoldahyttaHiking714 m
- Kuohkimajärvi varaustupaHiking32 m
- Kuohkimajärvi wilderness hutHiking22 m
- Nordkalottruta Etapp 12: Kilpisjärvi - TreriksrösetSection of the Arctic Trail151 m
- Nordkalottruta Etapp 13: Treriksröset - PältsestuganSection of the Arctic Trail6.2 km
When to go to Enontekiö
The best time to visit Enontekiö is May to September; also possible: December to April and October. This comes from its own places: a month counts as the town's best time when it is the best time for half of what there is to see.
- JanPossible0:00
- FebPossible6:55
- MarPossible11:01
- AprPossible15:25
- MayBest time20:22
- JunBest time24:00
- JulBest time24:00
- AugBest time17:19
- SepBest time12:46
- OctPossible8:30
- NovBetter not3:19
- DecPossible0:00
Best timePossibleBetter notHours of daylight
In June there are 24 h of daylight, and in January, 0 h. In May, 12 of the 12 places are at their best.
When to go to Sweden in general, with its festivals and peak seasons, is in its country guide.
Getting to Enontekiö
The nearest main airport is Stockholm-Arlanda Airport (ARN, Stockholm), 1,055 km as the crow flies. How to get around Sweden (train, car, bus) is in its country guide, and what to sort out before you leave is in its checklist.
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Other towns nearby
- Kiruna10 places135 km
- Pello5 places291 km
- Tornio7 places390 km
- Luleå38 places392 km
- Pite havsbad5 places428 km
- Skellefteå13 places478 km
And all of Sweden, in its country guide.
Frequently asked questions
What is there to see in Enontekiö?
The best known: Three-Country Cairn, Malla Strict Nature Reserve, Pältsan, STF Pältsa Mountain cabin. In all, 12 places in the town and around it, all on your trip map from day one.
When is the best time to visit Enontekiö?
May to September; also possible: December to April and October. In June there are 24 h of daylight, and in January, 0 h.
How do you get to Enontekiö?
The nearest main airport is Stockholm-Arlanda Airport (ARN), 1,055 km away. From there, directions opens the route on the map.
How do I add it to my trip?
Create a trip with Enontekiö as the destination and these 12 places are on your map, each with its category. The ones you like go into a day's plan with one tap, and Kokai reminds you when you pass nearby.
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