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Your Guide TO KIRUNAIN Swedish LaplandSummer 2012www.kirunalapland.se 1

Welcome to KIrunain Swedish LaplandHello, How nice that you’re looking in our travel guide right now. We hope it will fillyou with inspiration and curiosity to travel to Kiruna.There are so many reasons to come and see us up here in the North. Well, thelocation itself is quite cool. If you follow our latitude, 67° N, round the world, you’lldiscover that it runs through uninhabited wilderness on much of the globe – Kirunahas quite an extraordinary geographical location.We also have many extraordinary things to offer, apart from the location. Howabout the world’s biggest underground iron-ore mine, the Icehotel, Sami culture andthe impending city move? Yes, soon we’ll start moving our houses to the new Kiruna.Kiruna Church, several turn-of-the-century houses and Kiruna’s cultural cradleHjalmar Lundbohmsgården are on the list of buildings that will move to what will bethe new Kiruna – an exciting upheaval.But, above all, we have fantastic nature – wild, beautiful and unspoilt with highmountains and deep forests, free-flowing rivers and no less than 6200 lakes – naturewith magnificent views and magical details from which to take inspiration andstrength. And in the summer, it’s light 24 hours a day as the midnight sun shines, sothere is more summer here with us.These are just some of the many reasons to visit Kiruna Lapland, you’ll find evenmore in this guide.So, welcome to us. Welcome to Kiruna!cover photograph: Johan Ylitalo/Krauz&Co. • translated by: Gothia TranslationsProduCtion Kiruna Lappland Ek. Förening in collaboration with Krauz&Co. • PRINT: GTC Print AB

More Activities and tours on:www.kiRUnalapland.sePhoto: Tomas Utsi/www.naturfoto.sePhoto: Peter Rosén/www.rosenmedia.seDog SLEDgEExperience Alaskan Huskies and Icelandic horses for a dayWelcome out for a visit to our Icelandic horses and Alaskan Huskieshere at Djurgården. Get acquainted with the animals and go for a rideor a sled tour with our Husky dogs. You will also get a chance to meetour little puppies during your visit. We finish off together with a coffeeand snack over an open fire in our Lapp cot. PRICE PER PERSON: Kennelvisit and one tour from SEK 500, kennel visit only SEK 250. Childrenunder 12 years 50% discount. INCLUDES: transfer, guide, equipment,coffee/tea and cookie. AVAILABILITY: 15 May-1 November, daily 10 am-12 noon and 8-10 pm. MEETING PLACE: The Tourist Office.Kiruna Sleddog ToursMOBILE +46 (0)70-555 93 03www.sleddog.seActivity day with optional overnight stayThree exciting activities in one day: a trip with sled dogs, purebredSiberian huskies, an ATV tour, and survival/wilderness knowledge. Allequipment is included. Optional overnight stay in cottages/Lapp cots withsauna. PRICE PER PERSON: adult SEK 995, student SEK 895, children under12 years SEK 495. INCLUDES: transfer, hot lunch and equipment. AVAILABI-LITY: June-September, daily 9 am-3 pm. MEETING PLACE: The Tourist Office.Jukkasjärvi Vildmarks TurerMOBILE +46 (0)70-674 12 07www.jvt.seTourist OfficeBookingTourist OfficeBooking4 Wheel Trip4 wheel trips, Quad tripsDaily guided 4 wheel trips. You can choose to drive alone or in pairs.Overnight stay at a wilderness camp with sauna and the chance to gofishing. PRICE PER PERSON: adult fr. SEK 795, student 10% discount andchildren 50%, driver’s license for car or motorcycle required.INCLUDES: all necessary equipment and lunch/coffee.AVAILABILITY: daily 10 am-6 pm. MEETING PLACE: The Tourist Office.Jukkasjärvi Vildmarks TurerMOBILE +46 (0)70-674 12 07www.jvt.seFishingTourist OfficeBookingSport fishing along the Lainio River by catamaran5-day sport fishing trip to one of northern Lapland’s untouched rivers.We sail on small catamarans while fishing along the rapids and stayovernight in wilderness cottages with access to sauna as well as inLapp cots around the campfire. Aimed first and foremost towards peoplewho have previous experience of sport fishing and have their ownfishing equipment. Can be tailored to specific requirements.PRICE PER PERSON: adult SEK 7875, 2-5 pers/tour. INCLUDES: transfer,guide, equipment, full board, accommodation, sleeping bag andsauna. AVAILABILITY: 11 June - 26 August, Tuesdays-Saturdays. Othertimes by agreement.MEETING PLACE: Your hotel.Lapland Tourist & ServiceMOBILE +46 (0)70-549 65 47www.lapland-tourist-service.se44 www.kirunalapland.seWith reservation for possible changes.

Photo: Magdalena LindholmPhoto: Ofelas Islandshästar & Guideservice/www.ofelas.sesightseeingA city in motion – guided tour of the city moveKiruna will change in many ways as the mining area grows. The oldest citydistrict will disappear. Environments and houses will be moved or demolished.People and businesses will be affected. Our round-trip starts in Kiruna’soldest cultural building. We will guide you through the first area to be affectedby the social change, and we will offer an insight into the near future.Tailor made packages on request.PRICE: Adults SEK 395, student SEK 295, youth 12-16 years SEK 195, childrenunder 12 years (snack) SEK 50. Rec. min. age: 12 years. Min. number:2 pers./tour. INCLUDES: Multislide presentation, lecture, coffee and guiding.ACCESSIBILITY: All year round, Monday-Thursday 2-4.30 pm. Other timeson request. MEETING PLACE: Hjalmar Lundbohmsgården.Hjalmar LundbohmsgårdenPHONE +46 (0)980-701 10, +46 (0)70-578 04 98www.hjalmarsgard.seTourist OfficeBookingPackage TourPackage tour to the midnight sunExperience a fantastic stay in the mountains including Kebnekaise andAbisko, Sámi culture, breathtaking nature, the ICEHOTEL Production,the world’s biggest underground iron-ore mine and the midnight sun. PRICEPER PERSON: adult SEK 6875 in double room, children up to 12 years SEK5875. INCLUDES: flight or train from Stockholm, transfers, 3 nights’ hotelaccommodation, guided tour to LKAB InfoMine and Abisko NationalPark, boat trip on Torne River with dinner, visit to a Sámi village, JukkasjärviChurch, midnight-sun trip to the top of Luossavaara.Kiruna GuideturPHONE +46 (0)980-811 10www.kirunaguidetur.comCome along to the underworld!Come along to the world’s biggest underground iron-ore mine. We will take acoach direct from the Tourist Office into the mountain and down to the showmine LKAB InfoMine at a level of 540 metres. Here in Kiruna, much revolvesaround our mine. The guide will talk about modern mining and how it cancause a whole town to be moved.PRICE: Adult from SEK 295, student from SEK 195, children 6-15 years SEK50. Min age 6 years. INCLUDING: Transfer, guide, coffee/tea and cookie. AC-CESSIBILITY: June - August 2012, daily trips in Swedish, English & Deutsch.MEETING PLACE: Tourist Office.Kiruna Lappland TuristbyråPHONE +46 (0)980-188 80www.kirunalapland.seTourist OfficeBookingVittangi Älgpark+46(0)70-247 69 06TuristbyrånBokarActivities labelled with this sign can be booked at the Tourist Office.www.kirunalapland.se 5

+46 (0) 980 668 00www.icehotel.comStay at ICEHOTEL in the summerThe world’s first and largest hotel built of snow and ice, has a little sister in the summer.Stay cool in -5 degrees celcius in one of our ICEHOTEL Art Suitesand experience the land of the Midnight Sun.Midnight Sun river raftingThe rapids will give you an adrenaline kickthat will make you forget your everydaytroubles and trivialities.Every day is Lapland dayExperience a fun filled day in the Jukkasjärvisurroundings. Our vehicle for the day - a riverboat with enough room for the entire family!Ice sculpting in the summerImagine yourself standing under the MidnightSun, creating with crystal-clear ice, it doesn’tget more inspiring than that.6 www.kirunalapland.se

Abisko-Hike in the mountains(Mon, Thu & Sat)Ladtjojaure-Hike to the mountain lake(Tues & Sun)Sámi eco adventuresReindeer LodgeAccommodation the Sámiway in lávvu-tents & cabinsin the forest. 3 km outsideJukkasjärvi village.Guided hiking tours inthe mountain areaWe take you to our beautiful natureclose to Abisko national park andthe Kebnekaise massif.9:00-16:30(lunch & transfer incl)Comfortable guest house accommodationin rural Arctic SwedenLarge on-suite rooms that can sleepup to 4 peopleSauna and Spa bathSelf catering or catered forActivitiesQuad bike safari’sCanoeingHikingFishingSámi Siida:Reindeer Park & Sámi CampVisitor centre in Jukkasjärviwith reindeer and informationabout the Sámi people.Cafe Sápmi & handicraft shop.Daily 10:00-18:00Tel: +46(0)980 - 213 29Jukkasjärvi, Sweden www.nutti.seE-mail: info@nutti.seSápmiwww.arcticwildadventures.net+46(0)76 788 02 85www.kirunalapland.se 7

Cosy rooms!RestaurantHotelCaféLocal crafts in thecenter of KirunaWelcome!In betweenKiruna and Gällivareinfo@lappeasuando.com - www.lappeasuando.com - +46 (0)970-50170Good food !Lars Janssong. 23, Kiruna tel. +46(0)980-17908 www.ateljenord.comDESTINATION KIRUNA• Paddle through scenicVistasdalen valley and spendthe night in a mountaincottage.• Canoe hire• Canadian canoe• Kayak• Elk safari with motorboat• Canoe trip in the Vistasdalwww.destkiruna.se +46(0)980-540 00ROSTUJÁVRI WILDERNESS CAMPCottages – Sauna – Kiosk – Fishing permits – ConferenceSelf-catering – the right level of comfort Wide footpath and snowmobile trail approx 110 kmFishing in a land without roadsSKIBOTNROSTUJAVRIKARESUANDOKIRUNAKAUTOKEINOHETTAMUONIOPhone: +46 (0)981 211 10E-mail: bokning@rostujavri.com www.rostujavri.comVittangi Älgpark+46(0)70-247 69 06Photo: LKAB/ Fredric AlmWelcome to the underground!We will take a bus direct from the Tourist Office intothe mountain and down to the show mine at a levelof 540 metres underground.Daily tours June - August from the Tourist Office.www.kirunalapland.sePhoto: LKABChildren under 6 years are not allowed for safety reasons. Information: Kiruna Lappland Tourist Office +46 980-188 808 www.kirunalapland.se

Breathtaking ViewsGenuine ExperiencesPhoto: Niklas WidellPhoto: Peter RosénBorderless cooperation in the North CalotteRegion Arctica offers genuine experiences of Lapland and the Arctic regions. Meet thelocal population, experience the tranquillity of the small villages and receive warm andgenerous service.The North Calotte, in the northernmost corner of Europe, is full of fantastic views of snowymountains to majestic fjords. Here, it is still possible to experience the magic of unspoiltwilderness and to walk through nature surrounded by complete silence.The unique Arctic nature can be enjoyed all the year round. Experience magnificent viewsin the light of the midnight sun and watch the array of colours of the northern lightsagainst the polar night.www.regionarctica.comExciting ActivitiesPhoto: Thomas LahtinenPhoto: Thomas LahtinenSweden’S cooleSt experienceS!Climb Mount Kebnekaise – Sweden’s tallest mountainHike the Kungsleden trail – Sweden’s longest hiking trailVisit the Abisko National Park – with Lapporten and the Panorama caféVisit the World Heritage Site Laponia – with Sarek and the Padjelanta National ParksSweden’S cooleStplace of workwe are looking for competentchefs and restaurant staffto work at our mountainfacilitieswww.svenskaturistforeningen.sewww.kirunalapland.se 9

Food & drinkThere are many nice restaurants to choose from in the centre ofKiruna with menus containing tasty dishes made with raw producefrom the region as well as international dishes. Reindeer meat is alsoon the menus in cafés and hamburger bars.❶❷❸❹BiShops ArmsSample the largest assortment of beer and whiskey intown or enjoy good food from our à la carte menu.Föreningsgatan 6, KirunaPhone: +46 (0)980-155 00www.bishopsarms.comcafé hjalmarHjalmar Lundbohmsgården offers a relaxing andunique historical environment. Freshly baked goods,waffles or sandwiches served at your table. Groupbookings for lunch/dinner.Ingenjörsgatan 2, KirunaPhone: +46 (0)980-701 10www.hjalmarsgard.seCAfé SápmiEnjoy the open fire while sitting in our big Sámitent. Buy a cup of coffee, snack or eat a light meal.Sámi visitor centre with reindeer adjacent to café.Next to Jukkasjärvi churchPhone: +46 (0)980-213 29www.nutti.seFoto: Maria Siviöcamp ripan restaur angThe kitchen at Camp Ripan turn the fantasticproduce of the region into delicious dishes and thewine cellar holds the perfect wines to complimentthe tastes on the menu.Campingvägen 5, KirunaPhone: +46 (0)980-630 00❶❷10 www.kirunalapland.sewww.ripan.segr apes bar & matsalarEnjoy breakfast, lunch and dinner with views of themountains. Our menu with fish, reindeer and mooseis a regular feature.❸Lars Janssonsgatan 15, KirunaPhone: +46 (0)980-39 86 00www.scandichotels.se/ferrumICEHOTEL restaur antWe offer a high-end a la carte menu in a bright andmodern atmosphere. An exclusive menu is served onplates and bowls made of crystal clear ice from theTorne River.JukkasjärviPhone: +46 (0)980-668 00❷www.icehotel.com

Photo: Magdalena Lindholmkafé rostEnjoy food from Lapland, salads, sandwiches, etc.,indoors or outside on our lovely veranda. Licensedto serve beer and wine. We are in the town centre (inthe same house as the Tourist Office).Lars Janssonsgatan 17, KirunaPhone: +46 (0)980-166 05lappeasuando lodgeCharming restaurant between Kiruna and Gällivare.We offer a range of menus with local andfresh produce, like moose, reindeer and bear.Welcome!LappeasuandoPhone: +46(0)970-501 70www.lappeasuando.comMommas pubPub with rustic decor, good food and a greatatmosphere.Lars Janssonsgatan 15, KirunaPhone: +46 (0)980-39 86 00www.scandichotels.se/ferrumPhoto: Ben Nilsson/Big Ben Productionsnikkaluokta sarriTaste the Nikkaluokta menu and take in themountain views. Enjoy great food prepared fromlocal produce in our kitchen, both for lunch andexclusive multi-course dinners.NikkaluoktaPhone: +46 (0)980-550 15www.nikkaluokta.comNorth canyon centerWelcome to North Canyon Center and Masugnsbyn.Homely fare served daily in our new, fresh, fullylicensed restaurant.MasugnsbynTel: +46(0)70-295 14 90www.northcanyoncenter.seOld Homestead Restaur antOverlooking the Torne River, you’ll find theauthentic, charming Old Homestead Restaurant.This timber building was built in 1768.JukkasjärviPhone: +46 (0)980-668 00www.icehotel.comrestaur ang lapportenTake in the breathtaking views of the mountainswhile enjoying everything from northern delicaciesto deliciously prepared traditional Swedish homestyle cooking.BjörklidenPhone: +46 (0)980-641 00www.bjorkliden.comrestaurang låktatjåkkoVenture up to the highest situated mountain lodgein Sweden and reap the rewards! We serve everythingfrom our famous Låkta waffles to delicious3-course dinners.BjörklidenPhone: +46 (0)980-641 00www.bjorkliden.comSTF AbiskoEnjoy food inspired by the Lapland cuisine with afocus on local and organic produce. Complete withmountain views included in the meal.❷❸Abisko TuriststationPhone: +46 (0)980-402 00. www.abisko.nuwww.svenskaturistforeningen.se/abiskowww.kirunalapland.se 1 1

FooD & DRINKFoto: Markus Alatalostf KebnekaiseBreakfast, lunch buffet, home-made bread,coffee and hot drinks served during the day anda nice three-course dinner with good wines inthe evening.❸❹KebnekaisePhone: +46 (0)980-550 00www.stfkebnekaise.com• Arctic Thai & Grill +46(0)980-681 58www.hotelarcticeden.se• Café Oscar +46(0)980-614 10• Hotel Arctic Eden +46(0)980-611 86www.hotelarcticeden.se• Hotell E-10 +46(0)980-840 00www.e-10.se• Guldgrävarens Bar +46(0)981-310 60www.kristallen.com• Landströms Kök & Bar +46(0)980-133 55landstroms.wordpress.com• Restaurang Ebbes kök +46(0)980-430 60www.katterjokk.nu• Restaurang Palladium +46(0)980-632 00, 139 55• Restaurang La Guna +46(0)980-130 00• Sopperogårdens Servering +46(0)981-301 53,www.sopperogarden.comPhoto: Magdalena Lindholm12 www.kirunalapland.se

SUMMER AT CAMP RIPAN!katterjokkturiststation / a part of friluftsfrämjandetwww.katterjokk.seHotel cabin ConferenceRestaurant AdventureHotel- and family cottages • CampingRestaurant with terraceHeated pool,18-hole minigolf course+46 (0)980–630 00 info@ripan.se www.ripan.seExperience unique activity opportunities at KatterjokkWith minimalormaximumpulseAccommodation - Restaurant - Shop - Boat - Sami feastFöreningsgatan 6Tel. + 46 (0)980 - 155 00www.bishopsarms.comExperience lovely days in the mountain villageof NikkaluoktaGo hiking and enjoy the nature close to Mount Kebnekaise- pure mountain air – drink the mountain river water – get upclose to the mountains.A Sami family businesswww.nikkaluokta.se +46 980-550 15 info@nikkaluokta.comIdeal location in the centre of Kiruna,offering famous breakfasts, marvellousbeds, good prices and a pleasantatmosphere. We look forward toyour visit!Youth hostel in Kiruna Town centre.Single, double & family size rooms.Breakfast, self-catering, sauna& restaurantKonduktörsg. 7, 981 34 KirunaPhone: +46(0)980-681 80 • Fax: +46(0)980-681 81 • www.hotellkebne.comA green land of midnight sun waitsFOR YOU outside Scandic FerrumIn Kiruna, the sun lights up the city round the clock. If you stay at Ferrum, you’ll have theland of the midnight sun and all of Kiruna’s sights right outside your door. Borrow a cyclefrom us, go shopping, enjoy on a guided tour of the city or take the children on a naturewalk along the Midnight Sun Trail near the hotel.Relax in the sauna or eat dinner at one of our restaurants. The hotel alsohas a gym with views of the mountains, a play area for the childrenand wireless Internet.Welcome to Kiruna and Ferrum in the summer.+46 (0)980 39 86 00Bergmästaregatan 7Tel: +46 (0)980 171 95www.logimaklaren.sewww.logimaklaren.seHOTELLCITYNewer hotel in central Kiruna.Free Internet, sauna, breakfast,restaurant & self-catering access.Best rates!Bergmästaregatan 7Phone: +46 (0)980 666 55www.kirunalapland.se 13

accommodation Kiruna TownKiruna offers different accommodation options ranging from hotels with a sauna in the room to youth hostels with selfcatering,from large log cabins with open fires, whirlpools and views of Lapporten to accommodation in suites made ofice and snow – even in the summer! Here and on the following spread you’ll find accommodation options in the centreof Kiruna, in the mountains and the countryside. How would you like to sleep tonight?Legend:❶ ❷ ❸Hotel Youth Hostel Budget Accommodation❹ ❺ ❻Mountain Facility Cabins Wilderness CampAccommodationlabelled with this signcan be booked at theTourist Office.Tourist OfficeBookingCamp ripanAn obvious choice when you are looking forthat little extra. Comfortable accommodationand good food close to an array of activities yearround.hotel bishops armsEnjoy comfortable accommodation, suitable forboth rest and work. Our 37 brand new and freshrooms are decorated in a warm and cosy Britishinspiredstyle.Hotell CityNewer hotel in the centre of Kiruna. Close toshopping and entertainment with the absolutebest rates in town.Tourist OfficeBooking❶ ❺Campingvägen 5, KirunaPhone: +46 (0)980-630 00www.ripan.se❶Föreningsgatan 6, KirunaPhone: +46(0)980-155 00www.bishoparms.comTourist OfficeBooking❶Bergmästareg. 7, KirunaPhone: +46 (0)980-666 55www.hotellcity.seHOtell KebneFresh and homely hotel with newly renovatedrooms. Our main efforts go towards improvementsthat benefit our guests. We are famous for ourdelicious breakfast.Hotell VinterpalatsetSmall, privately owned hotel, centrally locatedin one of Kiruna’s oldest buildings. Light,individually decorated rooms. Free wirelessbroadband, relaxation area with sauna.Kiruna RumserviceFully equipped flats with the same standard as home,central location 5 minutes from Kiruna centre, freewireless Internet connection and 1-6 bed rooms.Tourist OfficeBooking❶Konduktörsg. 7, KirunaPhone: +46 (0)980-681 80www.hotellkebne.comTourist OfficeBooking❶Järnvägsg. 18, KirunaPhone: +46 (0)980-677 70www.vinterpalatset.seTourist OfficeBooking❸Hjalmar Lundbohmsv. 53, KirunaPhone: +46 (0)70-594 49 93www.kirunarum.se14 www.kirunalapland.se

Kiruna Vandr arhem SVIFLarger youth hostel with high standard in thecentre of Kiruna, internet connection and accessto hotel breakfast. Restaurant in the building.Scandic FerrumComfortable rooms in Scandinavian style in the heartof Kiruna with Wi-Fi, telephone and TV. Sauna,relaxation area and gym with views of the mountainsand, of course, a play area for the children.Tommy’s HouseSmall homely youth hostel with 10 beds over 3 rooms.Kitchen, TV room, WC and bathroom. 250 metresto the city centre and train station.❷Bergmästareg. 7, KirunaPhone: +46 (0)980-171 95www.kirunavandrarhem.se❷Lars Janssonsgatan 15, KirunaPhone: +46 (0)980-39 86 00www.scandichotels.se/ferrumTourist OfficeBooking❷Lars Janssonsg. 2, Kiruna.Phone: +46 (0)70-691 35 61.info@tommyshouse.seYellow HOuseA cosy, good-value youth hostel in central Kiruna.Light, pleasant 1-4-bed rooms. TV in all rooms.Shower, toilet and sauna outside the room.Youth hostel Point NorthCentral accommodation with a familiar atmosphere,bright 2 and 3-bed rooms and fully equippedkitchen. Just a few minutes’ walk to the groceryshop, city centre and hiking trails. Wireless Internet.ToTOfficeTouristBooking❷Hantverkaregatan 25, KirunaPhone: +46 (0)980-137 50www.yellowhouse.nuTourist OfficeBooking❷Hermelinsgatan 31A, KirunaPhone: +46 (0)980-833 83www.pointhnorth.sewww.kirunalapland.se 1 5

accommodationThe Mountains and the countrysideLegend:❶ ❷ ❸Hotel Youth Hostel Budget Accommodation❹ ❺ ❻Mountain Facility Cabins Wilderness CampAccommodationlabelled with this signcan be booked at theTourist Office.Tourist OfficeBookingAbisko FjällturerLonely Planet describes it as a “backpackers’delight”, and few would disagree. 225 SEK/personin multi-bed room and 300 SEK/person in doubleroom. Access to shower and sauna.Björkliden FjällbyHotell Fjället and Stugbyn Kåppas, with fantasticviews over Lapporten, are located further up themountain. Stay in a hotel room or in your owncottage with a sauna.Camp ALTAHere you can stay in a quiet and peaceful area byLake Altajärvi, 15 km from Kiruna. We have 3-9-bed self-catering cottages. Access to sauna. Pricefrom 150 SEK/person.Tourist OfficeBooking❷Abisko ÖstraPhone: +46 (0)980-401 03www.abisko.netTourist OfficeBooking❶ ❹ ❺BjörklidenPhone: +46 (0)980-641 00www.bjorkliden.com❺AltajärviPhone: +46 (0)70-652 93 74www.campalta.netCamp Kurr aYou won’t find anything more snug. Stay in awilderness suite at our camp by the Torne River.Own sauna in the cottage, shower and toilet.Warm and cosy soapstone stove.Explore The NorthAn incredibly beautiful place, hotel standard, nicefood, good hosts, experiences and huskies. Visitus, you won’t regret it!.gir jas adventure6-bed cottage fully equipped for normal living,with outside privvy. Collect your water from anearby jokk (river).❺ ❻KurravaaraPhone: +46 (0)980-811 10www.kirunaguidetur.com❶ ❻KangosPhone: 070-626 19 09www.explorethenorth.seNikkaluoktaPhone: +46 (0)980-193 83, +46 (0)70-635 72 59www.girjasadventure.com❺16 www.kirunalapland.se

Photo: Ben Nilsson/Big Ben ProductionsFoto: Ben Nilsson/Big Ben ProductionsICEHOTEL - cold accomodationThe world’s first and largest hotel built of snowand ice, now has a little sister in the summer. Staycool in -5 degrees celcius in one of our Art Suites.ICEHOTEL - warm accomodationsICEHOTEL offers hostel, cabins and hotel roomswith 1-4 beds. Access to TV, telephone, bathroom,WC and shower is included in all accomodations.Katter jOkk TuriststationComfortable accommodation in self-catering roomin magnificent mountain environment. Men andwomen’s saunas as well as large and comfortablecommon room.Tourist OfficeBooking❶JukkasjärviPhone: +46 (0)980-668 00www.icehotel.comTourist OfficeBooking❶ ❷ ❺JukkasjärviPhone: +46 (0)980-668 00www.icehotel.com❷KatterjåkkPhone: +46 (0)980-431 08www.katterjokk.seLappeasuando lodgeLappis Lodge is located by the E10 between Kirunaand Gällivare, with views over the Kalix River. Cosyrooms with breakfast, lunch, dinner and a saunahouse.Låktatjåkko fjällstationSweden’s highest mountain station (1228 m asl),Låktatjåkko offers 18 beds, a sauna, restaurantand bar. Reach us by foot or helicopter.Nikkaluokta SarriStay in the mountains in Nikkaluokta. Chooseyour accommodation from three levels ofcomfort: house, charming cottage or mountaincottage. Wake up in the mountains and enjoyyour day in nature.Tourist OfficeBooking❶ ❻LappeasuandoPhone: +46 970-501 70,www.lappeasuando.comTourist OfficeBooking❹BjörklidenPhone: +46 (0)980-641 00www.bjorkliden.comTourist OfficeBooking❹ ❺NikkaluoktaPhone: +46 (0)980-550 15www.nikkaluokta.comFoto: Peter GantNorth canyon centerA night or two in one of our Sami tents is awonderful memory for life. Quality sleep!polar night guest houseSituated in an unspoilt rural village where you aremade to feel one of the family. Large family-sizerooms, all en suite, lounge/dining area, homecooking, sauna and spa bath.reindeer lodgeAccommodation the Sámi way in lávvu-tents onreindeer hides and in cosy cabins. A peaceful spotin the woods outside Jukkasjärvi at river Torneälv.Tourist Office❺BookingMasugnsbynPhone: +46 070-295 14 90www.northcanyoncenter.seTourist OfficeBooking❶KangosPhone: +46 (0)76-788 02 85www.arcticwildadventures.netTourist OfficeBooking❺ ❻3 km outside Jukkasjärvi villagePhone: +46 (0)980-213 29www.nutti.sewww.kirunalapland.se 1 7

TuristbyrånTuristbyrånTuristbyrånTuristbyrånTuristbyrånTuristbyrånTuristbyrånaccommodationRostujávri vildmarkscampSweden’s northernmost wilderness camp, beautifullysituated by the mountain lake of Rostujávri.Relaxing environment with accommodation in2–4-bed self-catering cottages with “just the rightlevel” of comfort.❺ ❻RostujávriPhone: +46 981-211 10www.rostujavri.comSTF AbiskoDiscover the mountains with us. Sleep incomfort, eat well and experience the beautifulmountains around Torneträsk. Kungsleden Trailstarts here, in the heart of Abisko National Park.Welcome!Abisko TuriststationPhone: +46 (0)980-402 00 | www.abisko.nuwww.svenskaturistforeningen.se/abisko❷ ❹ ❺Foto: Markus AlataloSTF KebnekaiseChoose from two or four bedrooms with accessto shower and toilet in the corridor, or the cheaperalternative in a multi-bed room. Sauna andkitchen available.❷ ❹KebnekaisePhone: +46 (0)980-550 00www.stfkebnekaise.comAbisko Mountain LodgeAurora RetreatGullriset LägenhetshotellHotel Arctic EdenHotell E-10BokarBokarHotell SamegårdenJärnvägshotelletKristallenristbyrBokarBokar+46 (0)980-401 00 www.abiskomountainlodge.se+46 (0)978-300 61 www.auroraretreat.se+46 (0)980-109 37 www.fabmf.se+46 (0)980-611 86 www.hotelarcticeden.se+46 (0)980-840 00 www.e-10.se+46 (0)980-170 29 www.hotellsamegarden.se+46 (0)980-844 44 www.jarnvagshotellet.net+46 (0)981-310 60 www.kristallen.comOFELAŠ Islandshästar +46 (0)980-500 13 +46 (0)70-397 69 77och Guideservicewww.ofelas.seBokarSopperogårdenVandrarhemmetDavvi DallúYour Hotel KatterjokkLägenhetshotellLainio VildmarkBokarBokar+46 (0)981-301 53www.sopperogarden.com+46 (0)980-410 84 www.sopperogarden.com+46 (0)70-537 65 90 www.katterjokk.nu+46 (0)981-410 25 www.lainio.comQuality in KirunaMany companies in Kiruna are certifiedby different quality assurances, guaranteememorable, safe, environmentally friendlyand ecologically sound experiences.Some of these are:www.tourquality.se www.naturensbasta.se www.icelandichorse.se www.sp.sewww.hsr.se www.ecolabel.eu www.krav.se www.svanen.nu www.whiteguide.nuNaturum Abisko-Visitor centre in Abisko national park-exhibits, slide shows, guided toursWelcome to visit us in Abisko, by Abisko TuriststationOpen 2012: 18/2-2/5 and 9/6-29/9www.naturumabisko.se Phone 0046-(0)70619886018 www.kirunalapland.se

GOOD TO KNOWAIRSAS: +46 (0)770-727 727,www.sas.seRAILSJ: +46 (0)771-75 75 75,www.sj.seBUSLokaltrafiken Kiruna, Hörvalls Buss.+46(0)980-170 44Länstrafiken: +46(0)771-100 110,www.ltnbd.seCOACH CHARTERKiruna Buss AB: +46 (0)980-124 00Kiruna Trafik AB: +46 (0)980-156 90AIRPORT BUSThe airport is located 10 km fromKiruna centre. The buses run onlyduring high season. For moreinformation, please call+46 (0)980-156 90.CAR RENTALEuropcar: +46 (0)980-666 00,www.europcar.seHertz: +46 (0)980-190 00,www.hertz.comTaxiTaxi Kiruna: +46 (0)980-120 20.HELICOPTERKallax Flyg AB: +46 (0)980-202 50,www.kallaxflyg.seTRAVEL AGENCYArctic AdministrationsCenter: +46 (0)980-660 15Kiruna Affärs- & Privatresebyrå: +46(0)980-836 45WEATHER :+46 (0)771-23 11 23MOUNTAIN RESCUE: 112outdoor equipmentTeam Sportia: +46 (0)0980-629 83Intersport: +46 (0)980-820 40Vildmarkshörnan: +46 (0)980-822 15PETROL STATIONOutside central Kiruna there arefilling stations at: Abisko, Svappavaara,Vittangi, Övre Soppero andKaresuando.MedeltemperaturMay +3,5° C AugJune +9,6° C SepJuly +12,1° C+9,9° C+8,5° Cdistances from KirunaThe distances from Kiruna to the following citiesand communities are as follows:Abisko .................................................. 93 kmBjörkliden ............................................ 103 kmGällivare ............................................... 127 kmJokkmokk ............................................. 217 kmKilpisjärvi (Finland) ............................. 296 kmLuleå .................................................... 341 kmNarvik .................................................. 180 kmNikkaluokta .......................................... 66 kmNordkap (via Finland) .......................... 639 kmRiksgränsen .......................................... 130 kmStockholm ............................................ 1352 kmSouvenirS/handicraftAteljé Nord: +46 (0)980-179 08Carl Wennbergs Sameslöjd: +46 (0)980-100 79Icehotel AB, Jukkasjärvi: +46 (0)980-668 00Kiruna Guidetur: +46 (0)980-811 10Kristallen Stenslip: +46 (0)981-310 60 (Lannavaara)Nikkaluokta Sarri, Nikkaluokta: +46(0)980-550 15Nutti Sámi Siida, Jukkasjärvi: +46(0)980-213 29Sven Hörnell AB: +46 (0)980-431 11Made in Jukkas, Jukkasjärvi: +46 (0)73-830 21 80Airport Bus- quick and good valueTHE BESTCAR RENTALThe airport bus will takeyou quicklyand comfortablybetween the airport andthe centre of Kiruna.Daily airport busesTourist Office - Airport.0980-666 00www.europcar.seThe right car in the right placeat the right timeWelcome to Europcar!+46 (0)980-666 00 Forvägen 33www.kirunatrafik.sewww.kirunalapland.se 19

welcome toKiruna In Swedish LaplandKiruna’s unique and exciting nature attracts visitors from around theworld. At the tourist office, we will help you make the most of yourvisit. Please contact or visit us for help to book accommodation andactivities, and for suggestions on exciting things to do. The touristoffice also sells postcards, Arctic Circle certificates, maps, fishing andhunting permits, and we will look after your luggage for a small fee.If you’d like to share your experiences with your nearest and dearestat home, we offer wireless Internet access, but don’t forget to tellus at the tourist office too – we’d love to hear what you’ve been up to!You will find us in Folkets Hus in the centre of Kiruna.Welcome!www.kirunalapland.sePhoto: Jörgen Medman/Krauz&Co.Kiruna Lappland Tourist officeLars Janssongatan 17, 981 31 KirunaTel: +46(0)980-188 80info@kirunalapland.se • www.kirunalapland.seNordkapopening hoursMonday-Friday 08.30-18.00Saturday-Sunday 08.30-16.00KirunaArctic CircleOsloStockholmHelsingforsThe job of Kiruna Lappland Ekonomisk Förening (Kiruna’s economicassociation) is to market and develop the visiting industry in KirunaLapland. The association has approx 130 member companies, primarilywithin the visiting industry. The association runs the authorised TouristOffice.20 www.kirunalapland.se